Swim with Whale Sharks #1 MUST DO IN LA PAZ

4.1 (9 reviews) La Paz, Mexico
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Swim with a Whle Shark in the shallow waters of the Bay of La Paz. Unbelievable experience with these gentle giants in their natural habitat. With over 5 years with them it NEVER GETS OLD!
Certified Bi-Lingual Guides many of which are Marine Biologists and who absolutely love what they do.

All human-animal interactions must allow animals choice, control, and natural behavior.

YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS!!

YOUR BOOKING IS FOR THE DAY OF ACTIVITY, BUT FINAL TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION AS ALL PERMITED VESSELS SCHEDULES ARE DETERMINED BY THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES AND ANNOUNCED THE DAY BEFORE THE ACTIVITY.

Due to these restrictions we will contact you via WhatApp, Email, or phone call to inform you of your exact departure time, 7AM Cycle schedule released the day before tour after 3PM, ALL other cycles schedule released 8AM day of tour.

What's included

  • Wetsuits Included
  • English, and Spanish Guide
  • Water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Gratuities for your Captain and Guide

What to expect

  1. Sea of Cortez
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Experience Whale Sharks in the WILD!

    The Hook complies with the Mexican Whale Shark Authority in every tour we provide ensuring the safety of or clients and the animals we get to enjoy.

    La Paz has become in the last 15 years a premiere destination for naturalists, biologists and ocean lovers that want a truly close encounter with the gentle giant of the seas. The nutrient rich waters of La Paz secure a high density of food, allowing the whale shark to eat plankton and other tiny lifeforms in huge quantities which explains its behavior, It swims in circles at slow speed and maintaining a vertical static position at times, while filtering the waters, this behavior is perfect for observation.
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    Swim with the largest fish in the sea as they feed on plankton in the safety of The Bay of La Paz. Spending time with these gentle giants is truly a life time experience.
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Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The office is located on the Malecon near the corner of 16 de Septirmbre and The Kiosk de Malecon. Next to Cornelio Cantina.

End point

The office is located on the Malecon near the corner of 16 de Septirmbre and The Kiosk de Malecon. Next to Cornelio Cantina.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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