La Paz City Tour with Balandra Beach and Pueblo Magica Todos Santos
Recommended by 94% of travelers
San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
- 12 to 13 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Offered in: English
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What's Included
- LunchLunch at El Paraje Seafood Restaurant.
- Round transportation
- Bottled waterThe entire journey
- SnacksLightweight lunch box
- Bracelet of protected natural areas for the entrance to Balandra
- Guided tour
- Gratuities
- Photographs
- Shopping / Souvenirs
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
1. - At the time of booking, you must send a message by this means, an email to info@envatours.com or contact by phone at the number 624 - 142 - 02 - 00 to establish the hours of your pick up at the desired hotel, which can vary between 03 : 30 AM and 04 : 50 AM, since the tour starts at 05 : 00 AM. (Contact us through any of our channels before booking if you can't find your pickup area) 2. - Pick up will be at the set time and you must be ready 15 minutes before the time; Transportation can arrive within 15 minutes before or after the set time and only 5 minutes of tolerance will be given. 3. - They will contact one day before the day of their activity to confirm the reservation details and the pick up time since this can be adjusted for operation.
Operating hours.5:00 am
Itinerary
1
Balandra Beach
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
2
Playa El Coromuel
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
3
Mariscos El Paraje
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
4
Malecon
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Hotel California
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Calendario Azteca
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Todos Santos
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- You cannot transport coolers or large items
- Infants from 0 to 11 months are not allowed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.7
based on 518 reviews
Joel_N, Apr 2026
Balandra beach is a must! La Paz is beautiful and Todos Santos has the best art of all the places we went.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Balandra Beach was a highlight for you—it truly is a must-see. It’s great to know you also enjoyed the beauty of La Paz and the vibrant art scene in Todos Santos. We’d love to have you join us again for another amazing experience! 😊
Eva_W, Apr 2026
Our experience was far from perfect. Picked up at 3:40 am (not 5 am as advertised), we boarded a regular sized coach, already very full, and had to sit in the very back. Our guide did not speak English and offered absolutely no guidance or insights. This was definitely not a small guided tour. Very disappointed.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We are very sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.
We would like to clarify that the 5:00 a.m. time refers to the start of the activity. As this is a service that includes transportation, pickup times may vary depending on the location of the hotel. In your case, as your hotel was located in a more distant area, the pickup was scheduled earlier.
Additionally, at the time of booking, you were sent a message with the approximate pickup time, which was not modified afterward.
We sincerely regret the inconveniences related to the vehicle capacity and your experience with the guide, especially regarding the language barrier and the lack of information during the tour. This is not the level of service we aim to provide.
We take this type of feedback very seriously and will use it to improve our service.
Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
Hugh_R, Feb 2026
It is a long day. I was picked up at 0410 and arrived back at 1745. That said, the day was filled in with plenty of variety and a great guide
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! 😊
We’re really happy to hear that, even though it was a long day, you enjoyed the variety of activities and the guidance throughout the tour. Our goal is always to make every moment worthwhile and to offer a complete, memorable experience in La Paz, Balandra, and Todos Santos.
We hope to welcome you again soon for another great adventure. Thank you for choosing us! 🌊🌴
Cynthia_G, Jan 2026
It was a beautiful trip. Our guide Gabriel told use stories about the spots we were passing, have us good recommendations and he was so kind. We translated everything always in English and Spanish. I was 15 minutes late at pick up time but Gabriel waited for me and didn’t leave though they only give a 5 minute grace period. I’m so grateful and he gave us plenty time for each activity though I would have wished to spend more time in todo santos.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the trip and that Gabriel made it even more special with his stories, recommendations, and kindness. We’re proud to offer bilingual service so all of our guests feel comfortable and well informed.
We appreciate you highlighting his patience and understanding while waiting for you, as providing excellent service is always our priority. We’re glad to know the time spent at each activity worked well for you, and we truly value your suggestion about spending more time in Todos Santos as we continue to improve our experiences. We hope to see you again very soon!
Jacki_B, Dec 2025
Manny was our tour operator. He was very knowledgeable about places we were passing and visiting. We enjoyed the beaches, lunch in La Paz and going to todos santos to see Hotel California. all in all a great tour.
Vanda_T, Dec 2025
It was a shuttle ride to the areas, not really a tour and everyone else spoke Spanish with very little English although I requested a English speaking tour guide( he did provide some directions re what time to retun to the shuttle sometimes but spent most of the time wondering what he was saying in Spanish. I have been to the areas so I kind of knew what was going on. The lunch was ok but not recommended.
One positive was that we arrived and left areas on time. I would book another service in the future as it was not worth the 4am wake up time and getting back after 6pm.
Reto_F, Dec 2025
Not worth time and money. A long day sitting in the car for 7+ hrs with plenty of it stuck in heavy traffic. Seats in car uncomfortable with vertical backrests. Airplane seats are better. Crammed with seating for 15 in what looks like a full sized minivan with bubble roof.
Driver provided snacks for the ride: bottled water that tasted from plastic, soggy sandwiches, apples and a few bananas.
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1st stop 2hrs at Balandra beach. it's nice and unusal in a bay with hip deep water very calm and clean water. Chairs and umbrellas for Xtra$. The few free pallapas right at edge of the water casting shade onto wet sand. At 8am already crowded. A short 1/4mile hike up to a Vista point was the viewing highlight of the trip.
Driving to another beach (1hr) in San jose. Pointless stop, nothing pretty, just killing time. Not much to see or explore either.
Next stop lunch near promenade. Good plentiful fish tacos i had selected from 4 offered options w drink (some berry juice)
Next stop after a short but more stop and go driving to another spot near promenade a few 100yrds from lunch spot with visit to jewelery store with 5 min presentation about pearls. Then 1hr on your own to wander around an uninspiring and quite boring san jose promenade along the water. Not much to see, some souvenir and jewelry shops, a few restaurants, ice cream shops and pharmacies. No guidance from driver as to what one should go check out, history or anything relevant.
Long drive back thru Central San jose with heavy traffic towards Todos Santos.
There is nothing magical about this town. Not a sleepy fisherman's town at the ocean as i expected (based on the "magic" word in tour description) instead a 1/4 mile stretch of mostly souvenir and jewelry stores, some restaurants. Nothing that stoke my interest and again no guidance by the driver as to what one should see to make this stop worth considering.
Pickup at hotel at 4am was timely. Depending on where you are in the pickup sequence expect over 1hr for everyone to be on board. Similar for drop off in evening, 5pm for me.
Driver was very nice and professional but with a workschelue pushing his limits.
Supposedly started around 2am and likely got home after 7pm with less than 7 hrs to rest and maybe even having to prepare for next day with same tour. That is a safety concern for everyone in the van and could easily be adressesd by alternating drivers between lon and short trips.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations, and we truly value your comments.
We would like to clarify that the itinerary included a visit to La Paz, where Balandra Beach is located, one of the region’s most important natural attractions. Regarding logistics and travel time, these are largely influenced by distances and traffic conditions, especially on longer routes.
Concerning your comments about the driver’s schedule, we would like to reassure you that our drivers are not assigned to a single tour on a fixed basis. We operate with rotating schedules between long and short tours, as the safety, rest, and well-being of both our staff and our passengers are a top priority for us.
We sincerely appreciate your observations, as they help us identify areas for improvement and continue working to provide a better experience for our guests.
Karen_P, Dec 2025
Good day trip! Bring water shoes for your stop at Balandra beach if you want to walk over to the mushroom through the ocean. Rocky with sting rays and jelly fish. The second stop could have been shorter - not a lot to do unless you’re drinking at 10 am. La Paz was great. Lunch was delicious, but a view would have been nice for our one day in La Paz. Tour company needs make sure all seat belts are working. I know Mexico is more relaxed, but it’s a very long drive. Nice to feel safe. :)
Roxana_S, Oct 2025
Excellent experience visiting Balandra beach, with crystal clear water and schools of fish swimming around you, vibrant city of La Paz with its miles-long malecón and Coromuel beach, and the Magic Town of Todos Santos with the iconic Hotel California (even if the hotel itself was closed for renovations, there is access to most parts of the inner courtyard)!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! 🌴 We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the beauty of Balandra Beach, the lively atmosphere of La Paz, and the charm of Todos Santos. We hope you’ll visit us again soon to discover even more of what Baja California Sur has to offer!
Michele_M, Oct 2025
Excellent, packed itinerary. Be prepared to leave your resort at 4am ! Our guide picked us up right on time and kept everything moving thru the day.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback! 🌟 We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the experience and appreciated our guide’s punctuality and organization throughout the day.
It’s definitely a full itinerary, and those early starts make it possible to see and enjoy as much as possible! ☀️ We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon.
Cathy_O, Jun 2025
These beaches were not beautiful! The first one only came to your knees and was small. The second was almost in an industrial area. There was no time to experience the towns before you had to be back. Driver blamed music in van
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear the experience didn't meet your expectations.
Balandra and Coromuel are popular for their natural beauty and calm waters, though we understand that preferences can vary and not every beach appeals in the same way. Balandra, in particular, is known for its shallow waters and unique landscape, which some visitors love for its tranquility, while others may prefer more dynamic beach settings.
Regarding the time spent in the towns, we’d like to clarify that all scheduled stops and durations were followed according to the established itinerary. However, we’re always working to make our tours feel more enjoyable and balanced, and we’ll take your impressions into account.
As for the music in the van, we’ll be reviewing this with our team to ensure the ride is as comfortable as possible for all passengers.
We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to offer you a better experience on a future visit.
michele_e, Mar 2025
We had great guides, very knowledgeable and friendly. We had a lot of fun seeing little pieces of history. Enjoyed lunch and had all around a good time.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time with our guides and enjoyed exploring the pieces of history. It’s wonderful to know that the lunch and overall experience added to your enjoyment. We hope to welcome you again soon for more fun and discovery!
Stephen_M, Mar 2025
They tried to do too much in too little time.
We left at 4:00 am and got home at 7:30. It was a very long day.
Our leader Gabriel was very nice and accommodating. He always made sure to tell us in English what he had just said in Spanish.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that Gabriel was helpful and accommodating throughout the day. We understand that it was a long day, and we strive to balance the schedule to make the most out of it. We’ll take your comments into consideration as we continue to improve the experience for future trips. Hope to welcome you again soon!
Jesse_J, Mar 2025
Fantastic time! 100000% worth it. This is the tour to do if you want to get away from the nose-up, expensive Los Cabo(s) (there are two of them!), and get to the real Baja California Sur. La Paz is magical and I would choose it over the Los Cabos easily. Todos Santos was an amazing small village that I believe everyone needs to see if you make it all the way down there. Our pick-up was at 3:30am- IT IS WORTH IT!!! Just sleep in the van, otherwise, you will not see these secret, amazing parts of the peninsula. Our guide, Manual, was not only a literal "manual" on the history and info of the locations, but we connected and spoke to each other on a friend-level and he is really an amazing dude. I recommend this experience for DAY ONE for anyone COMING DOWN THE PENINSULA!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you for your amazing review! We're so happy to hear you had such a fantastic time and appreciated the unique experience that La Paz and Todos Santos offer. It’s great that you enjoyed Manuel's insightful and friendly guidance. It’s always wonderful when our guests connect with our team on a personal level. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope future visitors take your advice for their own unforgettable adventure. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Darlene_I, Feb 2025
Totally enjoyed the tour in general . The driver was very nice and the places we visited were amazing . Will definitely consider doing tour again in the future and recommending it to family and friends
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We're very happy to know that you enjoyed the tour and the places you visited. We appreciate your kind words about our driver, and we're thrilled that you’re considering recommending us to your family and friends. We look forward to seeing you again in the future to offer more amazing experiences. Thank you for choosing us!
Jacquie_B, Feb 2025
It was not at all a worthwhile trip. More importantly, I have been a long time Viator customer and wrote you an email about this experience and heard nothing back.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
We sincerely regret that your experience did not meet your expectations. We would like to verify the situation and provide you with the attention you deserve. Please contact us and provide the details of your experience at the following email: info@envatours.com so that we can investigate your case and ensure that the necessary steps are taken. Thank you for sharing your feedback.
Ati_H, Feb 2025
So we were picked up at 4:20 AM in a van, which is equivalent to a van you would use to transport equipment in and was absolutely awful to sit in for hours at a time.
Our driver was actually our guide and even though he was absolutely sweet spoke little to no English. This is actually truly a Spanish speaking event. And it is not a Tour because he does not explain anything about anywhere we go. It was literally just a driver.
Otherwise, we had a nice time exploring Belanger Beach but it was too long for 2 1/2 hours. So bring your beach stuff. Then we drove to another beach, which was nice and had a little drink there. We eventually ended in La Paz where we got to stay for lunch and walked around the city for about an hour. And finally, we ended up in Toto Santos and had only an hour to discover that area.
It was a nice tour to get out of the coos area, but the van was pretty awful to sit in for such long periods of time and it’s literally just a driver driving you around. Don’t expect any dialogue.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us.
We are sorry that the tour did not meet your expectations, especially regarding the comfort of the van and the lack of information during the trip.
We greatly appreciate your input, as it helps us make the necessary improvements. We regret that the guide's language skills and the overall experience were not what you expected.
We will work on improving communication and the transportation experience for future tours.
We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience on your next visit.
Ken_F, Feb 2025
We had a good time. The driver was great. Not enough time in the different locations. Lots of time in the seats
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you for your feedback!
We're glad to hear that you had a good time and enjoyed the driver's service. We understand your concern about the time spent at the different locations.
We try to balance the schedule to include as many highlights as possible, but we’ll take your comments into account to improve future itineraries.
We hope to have the chance to offer you a more balanced experience next time!
Melinda_C, Feb 2025
Had a great experience on this trip. The host was very friendly and even though my friend and I were the only ones who didn't speak Spanish, he still translated everything for us. Loved the different stops and the helpful tips our driver gave before we got out to explore. We had a lovely group on our trip too! Such a wonderful day.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you so much for rating us! We're greatful to hear that you enjoyed to the fullest the tour and that you learned new things about the areas you visited. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences at any of our destinations!
Marc_v, Jan 2025
This is a great way to see the neighboring towns of Cabo San Lucas. The transportation was good and our guide Abel did a great job keeping us informed and well-fed.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful day with Abelardo and that you enjoyed learning more about the areas you visited. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences soon!
Francine_B, Dec 2024
It was not city tours...they drop you off in the shopping area for an hours at each place. Balandra Beach is not a beach, its a nature preserve and has no accommodations for visitors. It does have a warning sign that stingrays may be in the water. The van was the worse ride Ive had a a while. Back and sides hurt so much next day. Food terrible.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m sorry to hear that the tour didn’t meet your expectations. You’re right that Balandra is a nature reserve, so it doesn’t have the same amenities as other beaches, but its beauty is quite unique. Regarding the transport and food, we appreciate your feedback and are always looking for ways to improve the experience for our guests. Thank you again for your comments.
Pranoykumar_B, Dec 2024
One of the best trip I have had. The guide was awesome and very knowledgeable and Communicated in English.
Everything was smooth and planned. I would love to have another trip with you.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing trip and that our guide made the experience even better with their knowledge and clear communication.
It’s wonderful to know everything went smoothly and according to plan.
We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure whenever you're ready.
Looking forward to seeing you again!
Reyna_P, Dec 2024
All day tour but it was a very nice experience. Our guide (I forgot his name) was very professional.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience!
We’re thrilled to hear you had a great time on the all-day tour.
Our guide will be happy to know you appreciated his professionalism. 😊
We hope to see you again on another adventure soon.
Sara_M, Dec 2024
Juan was the best tour guide! He is knowledgeable about the areas and the historical information! It was nice to hear the information in Spanish and English, it helped with my poor Spanish. I have always wanted to visit Balandra and it did not disappoint. It is beautiful! Thank you, Juan!
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Hi Sara_M
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Juan made your experience even better with his knowledge of the areas and historical information. We’re also glad that the bilingual tour helped you enjoy the experience even more!
It’s fantastic to know that Balandra Beach lived up to your expectations—it truly is a beautiful place. We’ll be sure to pass along your thanks to Juan for making your tour special.
Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for more amazing adventures soon!
Thomas_R, Dec 2024
Balandra Beach, La Paz, Todos Santos. Excellent guide and driver.
Suggestion: 2hrs at Balandra Beach is too long. 1 hr there and an extra hour in Todo Santos.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Hi Thomas_
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the CityTour to La Paz, Balandra Beach, and Todos Santos, and that you had a great experience with our guide and driver.
We appreciate your suggestion about the timing at Balandra Beach. Your input is valuable to us, and we will definitely consider adjusting the duration of the stops to better suit our guests’ preferences in the future.
Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another tour soon!
Jim_B, Dec 2024
Going to new parts of Baja California that I would not visit by myself was fun. I would've liked the reservation to remind bringing swimming and snorkel gear. I had a swimsuit, but no towel or gear. Snorkeling would have made the time at the beaches more fun.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed discovering new parts of Baja California. We’re sorry to hear that you weren’t fully prepared for the snorkeling activity. We’ll take your suggestion into account and work on reminding our guests to bring all the necessary gear to fully enjoy the beaches and activities. We hope to have the chance to accompany you on another adventure soon!
Kaile_F, Nov 2024
Our group of 6 had an awesome time! We had an early start of 445am but it was totally worth it! We hit Balandra Beach before it got too crowded, then another small nice beach, walked around La Paz and Todos Santos for a bit then back to Cabo by 5pm. Our driver was also super nice and spoke both English and Spanish for the group of 10 travelers. Would highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that your group had such a great time. It sounds like you made the most of your day, visiting some of the most beautiful spots in Baja California Sur, including the peaceful Balandra Beach and the charming towns of La Paz and Todos Santos. We're also glad to know that your driver was accommodating and helpful.
We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another amazing adventure soon!
Dustin_H, Oct 2024
Our driver was fantastic, and we loved all the places we visited.
My only problems were that we fell behind schedule, so we really had to rush through our last few stops, and we returned back to our resort later than planned leading to a very, very long day.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the places you visited and that your driver made a positive impact on your experience. We apologize for the schedule delays and understand how that can be frustrating. Your comments are valuable, and we’ll work on improving our timing for future tours. We hope to welcome you back for a more leisurely experience next time!
Keya_T, Oct 2024
Driver was Amazing and well informed, great location suggestions. Clear instructions for return times and picture opportunities.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Hi Kaya! Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are glad to hear that your driver was amazing and provided you with helpful suggestions on places to visit.
We always strive to provide a clear and enjoyable experience, so it's great to know that the instructions and photo opportunities were helpful. We hope to see you again soon for more adventures.
Thank you for choosing us! 😊
Ellen_S, Oct 2024
Balandra beach and our guide. He was always explaining where we were going and so nice! It was a joy to be on his tour.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Hi, Ellen! We're very thankful for your comment about this wonderful activity.
We are glad to know that you enjoyed Sightseeing Balandra tour. We hope to have you back soon!
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