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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

“We are giving this tour three stars, and we would like to clearly explain why. First of all, the tour itself was beautifully organized. We did see whales, the explanations were very informative, and the focus on animal protection was excellent. Our guide Angel, the marine biologist, was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. From an…”

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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

“Excellent boat and crew. Extraordinary value. We’d go again with this team! Whale Sharks were easily accessible using Sunrider adventures. Thanks for the memories!”

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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

“This was a great experience. My wife and I really enjoyed it. Natalia, Hamza and Lobo were our crew. Natalia was a great guide, Hamza handled all the logistics and spotted the sharks while Lobo was the boat captain. They all spoke English. Natalia’s and Hamza’s English was really good. It was a much more…”

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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

5.La Paz Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling + Balandra Tour

Small-group snorkeling in La Paz with whale sharks, sea lions at San Rafaelito, and a beach break at Balandra with lunch and drinks.

★ 5.0

“What a great day. Tuna tuna was very communicative with changing the meet up time to 7am. The water was so calm and the fact to be able to snorkel with whale sharks and sea lions in such an intimate setting was great. The beach lunch stop was very beautiful as well with such blue…”

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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

“They were great in communicating in advance about weather issues cancelling the boats for my booking. Got me on board the next day when they received the green light. The guide was fluent in English and Spanish for the mixed set of guests. Very clear, informative, and humorous. After the first whale swam too fast…”

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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

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

8.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

“Incredibly punctual pick up and a great whale watching experience! Saw tons of whales! Lunch was delicious - he found us bathrooms when needed, it was a great experience!”

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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

“Erin is amazing. The trip is well organized, the company knows exactly how to position you to get the most time with the amazing whale sharks. They are also very knowledgeable! Would recommend it, I’ve been 2x with this company and they are great!”

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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

“It is a lengthy drive to get there but it is definitely worth it. FYI bring your passport with as we were stopped at a checkpoint and passports were requested. One of the travelers did not have one, luckily they were allowed to pass but they may not be as forgiving next time. We seen…”

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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

“We showed up early to the marina where we were scheduled to leave from and a lady informed us we needed to be at a different marina. She made a call, and they arranged transportation for us to the new meeting point which they had changed that morning. Our scheduled time to leave was 11:30am…”

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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

“We loved our time with the sea lions and the whale shark! Diana was our guide with Julio as boat captain. Everything was well organized and professional. The gear we used was in great condition. It all exceeded our expectations and we’d go again. Thank you Baja Sur Tours!”

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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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