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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

“This whale shark excursion was hands-down amazing, and a huge part of that is thanks to Angel (our marine biologist) and Marco (our boat captain) Angel explained everything so clearly — from the rules and safety guidelines to how to respectfully interact with the whale sharks — and made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident…”

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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

“Absolute highlight of any adventure. Such a thrill to swim with these enormous sharks. Loved every moment. Well run operation, like clockwork. Kudos to Elise and the captain who were hospitable, friendly and very professional. Other boats around us were not as well equipped. We were grateful for wetsuits and quality mask snorkel and goggles,…”

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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

“It was so fantastic! The guide was super conscientious and careful and her directions were very clear and helpful. It was a delightful excursion from start to finish.”

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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

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

“Had such a wonderful time on this tour- the guide Pamela was so considerate and informative. Amazing time seeing the whales and would recommend to anyone”

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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

“Guide was very knowledgeable. However, tour was cancelled twice (due to unfavorable weather) and when it was successfully rescheduled, two key parts were cut out (snorkeling with sea lions and Belandra Beach) - although the price of the tour was reduced. Per the guide, water was not as clear as normal, so the whale sharks…”

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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

“Absolutely recommend doing this tour with this company! Thomas was our guide and he was amazing. Super knowledgeable about whale sharks and very respectful of them. Incredibly patient with my family and I. We weren't the fastest swimmers but Thomas and the crew made sure we were able to swim with the whale shark multiple…”

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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

“Really enjoyed the whole day! We saw many grey whales, even closer to the end of the season- spouting, cruising along, spy-hopping and even a breach! Valentina is a very personable and knowledgeable marine biologist who shared lots of great information… and does a great job running her business. Loved having lunch at Jose’s home…”

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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

“Long bumpy ride out. Be prepared. A few people were motion sick because of waves and a small boat. It didn’t bother me.”

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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

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

“Julio, the boat captain, was knowledgeable and patient as he got us in and out of the specific sites and Diana was an amazing guide and interpreter. She clearly has a deep affection for sea lions and was able to describe the joy of life as well as the challenges that sea lions face mostly…”

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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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