Top La Paz Tours by Duration

Access protected marine areas and remote reefs without having to plan any logistics on this full-day cruise in the Sea of Cortez. Depart from La Paz and head straight to Isla Espíritu Santo and Playa Balandra to snorkel alongside wild sea lions and relax on beautiful white-sand beaches. Plus, enjoy freshly made ceviche and crisp beers right on the water.

Get to know historic downtown La Paz and its signature flavors during a guided food tour. Hear the stories behind La Paz’s key landmarks, including Malecón boardwalk and the Cathedral, in between nibbling on a variety of sweet and savoury local eats. Discover how Baja has put its own stamp on tacos, empanadas, and burritos, and taste regional delicacies like chocolate clams and Manchaca, specialty cured beef. Be sure to come hungry!

Explore the stunning natural beauty of Espiritu Santo Island on this full-day shared boat tour from La Paz. Known for its crystal-clear waters and diverse marine life, this UNESCO biosphere reserve offers an incredible opportunity to snorkel alongside wild sea lions in their natural habitat (seasonal). Enjoy additional snorkeling in calm, reef-rich bays suitable for all levels, guided by a certified professional. As you cruise, indulge in a freshly prepared lunch on board, complemented by drinks throughout the day. A visit to picturesque Balandra Beach rounds out this unforgettable adventure. - Snorkel with wild sea lions from October to May in their natural habitat - Explore a UNESCO biosphere reserve with stunning coastal landscapes - Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch, water, and soft drinks included - Visit the iconic Balandra Beach for breathtaking views and relaxation

Discover the charm of La Paz on this guided tour through its historic center, where colonial architecture, lively plazas, and local stories come together. Visit the Regional Museum to explore the rich history and culture of Baja California Sur, then browse colorful creations at the handicrafts center, perfect for finding unique souvenirs. Next, we’ll head to the coast to admire the turquoise beauty of Playa Balandra, famous for its crystal-clear waters and iconic mushroom rock. As this is a protected natural area with a limited number of visitors allowed per day, we may instead visit another beautiful beach in La Paz if access is not available. Finally, unwind at Playa Tecolote, where you’ll enjoy a delicious Mexican meal in a beachfront restaurant, relax under provided umbrellas, and soak in the serene seaside atmosphere before returning to the city.

Are you ready to embark on a life-changing experience?" Imagine a perfect day, surrounded by crystal clear waters, white sand beaches and amazing biodiversity. Welcome to Isla Espiritu Santo and Playa Balandra, two hidden gems in the heart of the Sea of Cortez. At Baja Vice, we know you are looking for more than just a tour. You seek an authentic experience, a deep connection to nature and unforgettable moments that you will treasure forever. Our tours are designed to offer you exactly that. From the first moment you set foot on our boat, you will immerse yourself in a world of natural wonders, guided by local experts who share your passion for adventure Imagine swimming alongside playful sea lions, exploring mysterious sea caves and relaxing on pristine beaches where tranquility is absolute. With us, you don’t just visit these places; you live them.

Swim with peaceful whale sharks on this snorkeling adventure from La Paz. Join a small group sail and strap on all the complimentary equipment you’ll need—wetsuit, mask, snorkel, and fins. Then, jump in the water with an experienced guide and enjoy multiple swims with these gentle giants. Enjoy complimentary snacks, soda, and water.

Live an unforgettable experience in the Sea of Cortés with professionals, discover the beauty of La Paz and Isla Espíritu Santo. We will navigate through its most emblematic beaches, we will see unique landscapes, rock formations, until we reach one of the most special moments of the tour: snorkeling with sea lions in their natural habitat! Enjoy a day full of adventure, nature, and incredible moments, accompanied by a captain and guide, who will make your tour a comfortable, safe, and fun experience. Furthermore, you can relax on the beautiful beaches of the island, enjoy food, and end the day sailing back while looking for dolphins, whales, manta rays, and other marine species. More than a tour, we want you to take home memories that last forever. Come discover La Paz and the incredible Espíritu Santo Island!

Explore La Paz’s coastline without the hassle of coordinating transportation, beach access, or food stops across multiple locations on your own. This guided beach tour takes you to six carefully selected local beaches, where you can learn their stories and legends while enjoying a relaxed day by the sea. With ceviche, snacks, drinks, and beach equipment included, everything is set up for you to simply enjoy the coastline like a local.

Explore the desert around the city of La Paz on a half-day off-roading adventure. Choose your vehicle and traverse the rugged trails, stopping in remote locations to take in the views. Venture all the way to the Mogote Dunes to zip around the sands and take in the views of the ocean from the top, before heading back to La Paz.

Balandra Beach has been called the most beautiful beach in Mexico — and arriving by private boat, anchoring in the turquoise shallows, and swimming to shore makes that claim feel accurate. Every Balandra booking is a private boat exclusively for your group — no strangers, no shared schedule, up to 10 guests. Includes a stop at San Rafaelito sea lion colony (September through May) where sea lions approach snorkelers within arm's reach. June through August a spectacular alternative snorkel site is substituted during the seasonal CONANP closure. Balandra entry bracelet included for all guests — no cash needed, no advance purchase required. Snorkel equipment and fresh ceviche on the beach included. Wetsuits available to rent. Year-round.

Experience an unforgettable experience in Baja California Sur with a tour that has it ALL! Dive into the turquoise waters of Playa Balandra and relax in the tranquility of Coromuel, marvel at a waterfront walk along the iconic Malecón de La Paz, discover the art behind authentic locally grown pearl jewels, and enjoy delicious food at the renowned restaurant El Paraje. Explore the magic and art of Todos Santos, one of Mexico’s most enchanting magical towns, and visit the mythical Hotel California, shrouded in history and legend. A complete adventure that combines nature, culture, taste and tradition — simply unmissable! Book now and make this unique trip a reality!

Discover Isla Espiritu Santo on a full nature and adventure tour. Navigate crystal clear waters and admire unique rock formations and bays. Observe a colony of sea lions in their natural habitat. Enjoy snorkeling on reefs with a variety of marine life. Relax on an unspoilt beach for 1.5 to 2 hours. Includes fresh ceviche, sandwiches, drinks and two beers per person. The tour is guided by certified captains. It includes full equipment and a short stop in Playa Balandra. Duration from 6 to 6.5 hours. Departure at 10:30 am. Ideal for those looking for a safe, complete and unhurried experience.

This is considered a reduced shared tour since we take maximum 12 people per boat. Most of the shared tours in the city take between 15-30 people per boat. Both our captains are guides are certified and very well experienced to give you an amazing experience. Our guides are marine biologists and speak perfect Spanish and English. They will have a gopro with them to take some footage of the tour that later we can share with you at no extra cost. All we care is that you have a great experience and that you will be happy, so communication is essential to arrange your tour. Please make sure your contact phone is correct and you'll be reachable, since this tours depend on good weather to operate, and if anything changes we will reach out to you as soon as possible.

The crew that takes you out is a fishing family of these waters — their family lived on Espíritu Santo itself. They don't read the island off a script; they grew up on it. Round-trip hotel transportation, certified marine biologist guides, and ceviche made on board with the morning's catch. This is the Gulf of California, the sea Jacques Cousteau called the world's aquarium. Sea lion swimming is regulated to protect the colony: in-water encounters run September through May. From June to August, during their breeding season, we observe the colony from the boat and add extra reef snorkeling time, when visibility is at its best. We close the day at Balandra. Access is limited by the protected-area authority, so this is a 25-minute stop at Mexico's most photographed beach — time for the view and your photos, not a swim. Balandra deserves its own day, and we run one. Wildlife is wild — dolphins, whales, mobula rays and sea turtles appear often, but no sighting can ever be guaranteed.

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.

Balandra is a shallow, turquoise bay inside a Protected Natural Area, and land access is organized in daily slots. That is why this day starts early: we pick you up at your downtown La Paz hotel at 6:30 and head straight for the first available slot, when the beach is at its quietest. At Balandra we set up umbrellas and chairs for you; snorkel gear is on board. Swim in the calm water, walk the shoreline and photograph the mushroom-shaped rock. Then we continue to Tecolote Beach, on the Gulf of California, for beach time and a seaside lunch with water and soft drinks before returning to La Paz around 2:30 pm. A beach day without the logistics: transport, bilingual guide and permits are handled. Unlike tours that mix city and beach, here the whole day belongs to the beaches. Balandra access depends on capacity-limited slots set by the environmental authority and cannot be guaranteed. If we miss the slot, we visit the Balandra lookout and extend your day at Tecolote at no extra cost.

La Paz Bay is one of the only places on earth where you can reliably swim with whale sharks in the wild — and The Hook runs the smallest groups of any permitted operator. Maximum 10 guests. Guests rotate into the water in sets of 3–4, going multiple times with unhurried encounters — no waiting on a crowded deck. Certified marine biologist guides position you for the best possible encounter every time while respecting the animals completely. CONANP regulations protect the whale sharks. Our small group size protects your experience. This is what swimming with whale sharks is supposed to feel like. Children 5+ welcome. No prior snorkeling experience needed — just a confident swimmer. Final departure time confirmed the evening before by local authorities. The Hook manages all permitting on your behalf. Other boats carry 20+ passengers. We carry 10. That difference means you spend double the time in the water.

Prepare for an extraordinary day in Puerto Chale, a charming fishing village in Magdalena Bay, known for hosting hundreds of gray whales each winter as they give birth, mate, and take a respite. Embark on our specially designed boat, limited to just 10 guests, as we navigate these welcoming waters. I, your guide and marine biologist, am proficient in English, French, and Spanish. Throughout the journey, I will provide insightful narratives about why these whales find sanctuary in this locale. Rest assured, transportation logistics are seamlessly handled. As a dedicated marine biologist with a profound passion for the peninsula, this isn't merely a whale-watching expedition; it's an immersive experience into the family life of these incredible creatures. Join me for a day of relaxed yet enriching adventure, where stories unfold against the backdrop of Puerto Chale's beauty and the magnificence of its gray whales. Ready to craft indelible memories? Secure your spot now!

Explore the stunning waters of San Rafaelito on a private 35ft catamaran, designed for up to 8 guests. This tour offers a choice between a half-day (5-hour) adventure for snorkeling at El Hongo reef or a full-day (8-hour) experience that includes swimming with sea lions and a private beach setup. Enjoy delicious ceviche and refreshments while soaking up the sun or kayaking along stunning cliffs. With a bilingual captain and guide, this tour ensures a personalized experience tailored to your group's interests. - Choose between a 5-hour or 8-hour private tour - Includes fresh ceviche, drinks, and snorkeling gear - Perfect for friends, family trips, and celebrations - Depart from Marina Costa Baja in La Paz, Mexico

Mexico’s most iconic dish is the Taco. In this tour we will walk through the beautiful downtown historic district visiting landmarks like Malecón, Catedral, Museo de Arte and Jardín Velasco while we stroll the city you will find great spots to eat. The tour showcases from traditional hand made corn tortilla carne asada tacos and pastor, to outstanding new creations like beet taco, and La Paz most iconic fusion tacos. We go from traditional street vendors to casual and upscale venues that, guess what ? They all love tacos. Our goal is to treat our guests with original food that will be outside of their radar. This tour includes local and international venues that serve delicacies curated by our foodie experts. This tour is suitable for vegetarians and people with sea food allergies. Kids are welcomed.

Sit back and relax in our new Sunset Cruise around the coast of La Paz. We will sail towards Pichilingue Beach as the golden hour approaches. You'll see the sea transform into a canvas of hues - from warm oranges and vibrant pinks to soothing purples and deep blues. A national open bar is available during the whole trip, while a selection of cheeses, cold meat, and appetizers will be served during sunset. Capture these precious moments with loved ones, making memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply cherishing life's beautiful moments, our Sunset Cruise is the perfect way to portrait your trip to La Paz. This is an accessible tour, which means is suitable for people with disabilities to come and enjoy (please also check other accessible tours we have for you).

Unleash your adventurous spirit with an exciting quad bike ride and an exciting sandboarding experience at Las Dunas del Mogote. Ride the sandy terrain on a Polaris 4x4 2025 quad bike and feel the adrenaline as you glide through the dunes on a sandboard. This 3.5-hour combo includes all the necessary protective gear, refreshing fruit snacks, water and roundtrip transportation, ensuring a hassle-free adventure for one or two participants. Get ready for a day full of fun and excitement in the sun.

Isla Espiritu Santo is a UNESCO World Heritage island — and one of the greatest wildlife experiences on earth. The Hook runs shared departures for individual bookings and private boats for group bookings, always with a maximum of 10 guests and a certified bilingual marine biologist guide throughout. The sea lion colony at Los Islotes is open September through May — approximately 1,000 California sea lions that treat snorkelers like toys, swimming within inches and stealing fins on demand. A secluded beach lunch of fresh ceviche is served at Ensenada Grande or a private cove. CONANP entry bracelet included for all guests — no surprise fees at check-in. No crowds, no rushing, no bus tours. Just your group, a UNESCO island, and the Sea of Cortez.