In the Rosario Islands, the sea is much more than a landscape: it is the source of life, the basis of the local economy, and a deeply spiritual element for the Afro-descendant community. Since ancient times, the sea has marked the rhythms of daily life, fishing, and cultural practices in the territory.
Artisanal fishing, carried out with respect for natural cycles, has historically been a means of subsistence and a way of transmitting knowledge. Parents and grandparents taught new generations to read the tides, winds, and times of the sea, building a collective knowledge that remains relevant today.
Beyond its economic value, the sea represents a space of memory and spirituality. It is the place where ancestors are honored, community ties are strengthened, and the relationship of care for the nature surrounding the islands is reaffirmed.
Recognizing the sea as a living being and not just a resource is an essential part of the community ecotourism approach in the Rosario Islands. Each experience invites visitors to understand this deep connection and to participate in the conservation of the marine-coastal ecosystems that sustain life in the archipelago.
