Whale Shark Snorkeling in La Paz

4.0 (5 reviews) La Paz, Mexico
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Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Swim with the largest fish in the ocean, at the surface, in one of the few bays on earth where whale sharks return every season to feed.

Departures from downtown La Paz on a small boat with a certified bilingual guide — snorkel equipment, life jacket and all permits and fees included.

A regulated encounter, done right: the environmental authority limits how many people may be in the water at a time, and your guide tells you when to enter and when to exit. Those rules are the reason this encounter still exists.

Whale sharks are wild animals in open water. Sightings are frequent in season, but never guaranteed — and we would rather tell you that before you book than after.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Lifejacket
  • Bottled water
  • Certified bilingual guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Use of wetsuit
  • Meals
  • Professional photos and video

What to expect

Swim alongside the largest fish in the ocean in La Paz Bay, in the Gulf of California, where whale sharks return each season to feed in shallow, protected water. You depart from downtown La Paz on a small boat with a certified guide. The encounter takes place at the surface, with snorkel and life jacket, in short authorized turns.

HOW THE FOUR HOURS BREAK DOWN
About one hour out, around two hours in the encounter zone with two to three water entries, and about one hour back.

BEFORE YOU BOOK — PLEASE READ
The environmental authority assigns departure turns each morning and may also change the date. So: we cannot confirm an exact time when you book, please keep the booked day fully available, and make sure we can reach you by phone or WhatsApp that day. We contact you as soon as the schedule is released — the night before or early that same morning — by WhatsApp and email. If the date is moved and you cannot travel on the new one, you choose: reschedule at no cost within your stay, or a full refund.

Whale sharks are wild animals: sightings are frequent in season, never guaranteed.

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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Office located half a block from the Malecon, on Calle 5 de Mayo. Look for the Edificio Laura entrance, local 1.

End point

Office located half a block from the Malecon, on Calle 5 de Mayo. Look for the Edificio Laura entrance, local 1.

Pickup details

Round-trip pickup is available from accommodations in downtown La Paz. We confirm your pickup time together with your departure time. If you are staying outside the downtown area, message us before booking.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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