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15 Best La Paz Whale Watching Tours

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The 15 la paz whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.

15 Best La Paz Whale Watching Tours

Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist - The big planning twist: limited boats, shifting water turns
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Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist

1.Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist

La Paz whale shark snorkeling in a small group with a marine biologist: 3 hours, wetsuits included, and GoPro photos and videos.

Most Popular 5.0

“Our whale shark tour was canceled the afternoon before the trip, due to the harbor being closed due to wind. This is not the operators fault, however we found out cancelations are way more common than the operators will tell you, especially in January, February and March. Fortunately we found other tours and still had…”

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Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter - Premium Service - The premium gear matters more than you think (wetsuit, fins, and snorkel comfort)
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Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter – Premium Service

Whale Shark Swim Adventure in La Paz - Your meeting point and the day-of timing you should expect
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Whale Shark Swim Adventure in La Paz

3.Whale Shark Swim Adventure in La Paz

Swim with gentle whale sharks in La Paz’s Sea of Cortez with small groups, wetsuits and snacks, plus flexible departure times to protect the animals.

4.5

“Sunrider Tours provided the experience of a lifetime. They were prepared with everything we needed ahead of time, took us on a beautiful, clean boat. They provided excellent background about the whale sharks. Then the magic, the captain, Guillermo, steered us right where we needed to be, and Delice took it from there. Her experience…”

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Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist - The time-slot system: plan your morning like a pro
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Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist

4.Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist

Swim with whale sharks in La Paz with a marine biologist. Small group, regulated time slots, wetsuit gear, snacks, and 3.5 hours total.

5.0

“Hamza did a great job coordinating our trip. The crew had two Biologists who very knowledgeable and personable. Weather did not favor finding the Whale Sharks, but they persevered and we left with good memories. Hoping Hamza sends us the video.”

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La Paz Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling + Balandra Tour - San Rafaelito sea lions: close, friendly, and very watchable
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La Paz Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling + Balandra Tour

Snorkel Tour with Whale Shark in La Paz - The whale shark swim: what “rotation” really means in the water
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Snorkel Tour with Whale Shark in La Paz

6.Snorkel Tour with Whale Shark in La Paz

Swim with whale sharks in La Paz with Alonso Tours. Small groups, multiple water turns, and careful handling of gentle giants.

5.0

“We had a blast! Things to know: 1. Wet suits are not included but can be rented for $9 each. 2. Make sure to use their dive fins. I tried using my own snorkeling fins because they were almost out of fins my size and they were not sufficient to keep up with everyone else.…”

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Full Day Gray Whale Watching Experience - Boarding the panga: mangroves, dolphins, and the ride to the sighting zone
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Full Day Gray Whale Watching Experience

7.Full Day Gray Whale Watching Experience

Full-day gray whale watching from La Paz to Puerto Chale with pickup, guided viewing, lunch, and lots of respectful whale time.

5.0

“This adventure was well worth the 2hr drive each way. We went with my 9 and 11 year old and my 77 year old parents and everyone absolutely loved it. There were plenty of whales and some came right up to the boat! It was a one in a lifetime experience. Our guide, Shiro, was…”

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Whale sharks and sea lions snorkeling plus Balandra beach lunch - Finding Whale Sharks: What the Control Stand Process Means for You
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Whale sharks and sea lions snorkeling plus Balandra beach lunch

8.Whale sharks and sea lions snorkeling plus Balandra beach lunch

Small-group whale shark and sea lion snorkeling in La Paz with a Balandra beach lunch, included gear, and GoPro photos.

5.0

“Carla and the team were amazing. Such a great experience snorkeling with the beautiful whale sharks and sea lions. The places they took us to were filled with marine life and made for a truly unforgettable adventure. On top of the beauty we were able to explore, Carla was very informative and provided us with…”

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Whale Shark Swimming Adventure: Small Group with Marine Biologist - The boat ride to the Whale Shark Protected Area
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Whale Shark Swimming Adventure: Small Group with Marine Biologist

9.Whale Shark Swimming Adventure: Small Group with Marine Biologist

La Paz whale shark snorkeling in a small group with a marine biologist. Wetsuits and gear included for short protected-area swims.

4.5

“Incredible experience!!! The whale sharks are amazing to swim with. You need to be in good shape to swim and keep up with the guide and the sharks !! Two of the three swims, I could not keep up. But the third swim, I swam right next to about a 18’ whale shark for about…”

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Snorkel with Whale Sharks in La Paz - Where you meet and how the day flows (Muelle Fiscal to back again)
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Snorkel with Whale Sharks in La Paz

10.Snorkel with Whale Sharks in La Paz

Snorkel with gentle whale sharks near El Mogote on a 3-hour La Paz trip. Small groups, English support, and calm early swim.

5.0

“The tour operators were extremely communicative and professional. The guide and captain worked together to accommodate the small group with varied swimming abilities. Their passion for conservation shown through the entire experience. Highly recommend this tour operator out of the myriad of available options.”

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Gray Whale Watching Tour with Marine Biologist and Small Group - La Paz Pickup and the Puerto Chale Drive: The Part You Should Time Correctly
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Gray Whale Watching Tour with Marine Biologist and Small Group

11.Gray Whale Watching Tour with Marine Biologist and Small Group

Small-group gray whale watching from La Paz with a marine biologist, 3-hour boat time, and fresh seafood lunch. Eco-minded.

5.0

“Valentina was a tremendous source of knowledge for our whale watching experience and education. We were able to see countless gray whales involved in different behaviors and settings. It was a fabulous trip with safe drivers and boat captains.”

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Experiences with whale sharks in La Paz - The boat ride: comfort, but expect waves
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Experiences with whale sharks in La Paz

12.Experiences with whale sharks in La Paz

Swim with whale sharks in La Paz Bay with included snorkeling gear, snacks, and bilingual guidance—expect comfort, rough rides, and low-visibility days.

4.5

“It was amazing to see the whale sharks. Our guide was very knowledgeable and everything was well organized with wetsuits, and masks, and snorkel and fins supplied. We were lucky that there were several whale sharks to see. It was an amazing experience. Our kids aged 11 and 12 both really enjoyed it.”

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Gray Whale Watching Expedition at Magdalena Bay - Meeting at Puerto Chale: easy start, clear return
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Gray Whale Watching Expedition at Magdalena Bay

13.Gray Whale Watching Expedition at Magdalena Bay

Small-group gray whale watching from Puerto Chale in Magdalena Bay, with close encounters, dolphins, and sea birds. 2-hour tour.

5.0

“The whales 🐋 are amazing, great information from our guides and the captain did his best with the choppy conditions. Worth the 4 hours round trip from LA Paz”

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Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling Picnic at Espiritu Santo Island - Small-group comfort: private boat + max 8
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Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling Picnic at Espiritu Santo Island

14.Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling Picnic at Espiritu Santo Island

Whale shark and sea lion snorkeling from La Paz with English guides, wetsuits, UNESCO Espíritu Santo lunch, and GoPro on a small boat.

4.5

“Exceptional day tour snorkeling with sea lions near Espiritu Santo Island followed by lunch at the beach, viewing seabird colonies, and an amazing final snorkeling with whale sharks in the designated protected area. Our guide Chrissy was outstanding and did an amazing job leading the tour. Passionate, extremely knowledgeable, great swimmer, exceptional people skills -…”

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Gray Whale Journey: 10-Hour Tour with 3 Hours of Whale Watching - Bahía Almejas and the 3-hour gray whale watch
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Gray Whale Journey: 10-Hour Tour with 3 Hours of Whale Watching

15.Gray Whale Journey: 10-Hour Tour with 3 Hours of Whale Watching

Dawn pickup in La Paz for a small-group boat ride to Bahía Almejas, with 3 hours watching guaranteed gray whales plus breakfast and lunch.

5.0

“Vanessa is very knowledgeable about gray whale and other ocean mammals. She told us a lot about grey whale. One thing I suggest is to contact the customer one day before the tour day to confirm the pickup time especially they have to pick up multiple customers.”

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