10 La Paz Tours Worth Booking

1.Whale Watching, The Famous Arch and Fast Boat Tour in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 693 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Ride a high-speed inflatable boat from Cabo San Lucas to search for humpback whales from December through April. Your guide explains whale behavior and uses onboard hydrophones so you can hear their calls. The return route passes the Arch, Lovers Beach, and a sea lion colony.

“We had a great time on this well-organized whale-watching excursion. Check-in was smooth, and the facility was clean, spacious, and easy to find. Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging, providing interesting insights into the marine life we encountered. We were fortunate to see several whales along with other large fish, making for an exciting experience. The reason I’m giving four stars instead of five is that the tour was significantly shorter than advertised, with no explanation. The website stated the trip would last 2 hours and 15 minutes, and at check-in, we were told 2 hours and 30 minutes. However, we returned to the dock in under 1 hour and…”

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2.Adventure to Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkel with Sea Lions and Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 661 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $136

Spend about seven hours exploring Espiritu Santo, Isla Partida, and Los Islotes with a marine guide and captain. Snorkel with sea lions when conditions allow, visit bird colonies and mangroves, then eat fresh ceviche or a vegan lunch on a sandy beach. Groups are limited to eight.

“This is a truly once in a lifetime experience. We took a boat ride about 1.5 - 2 hours to the sea lions, stopping along the way to see different things and have our fantastic guide tell us about the area and wildlife. Then we got to the sea lion island, and swam with them. The sea lions literally swim around you. (They also gave us wet suits, which was greatly appreciated). Afterwards we had excellent vegan ceviche on the beach and rode the boat back to La Paz. On the way, we say a ton of dolphins in the water and they swam right beside the boat. Ive never…”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 594 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $190

Meet MeXplore in central La Paz for a three-hour whale shark outing led by a marine biologist such as Ángel, Carla, Karen, or Maria. You’ll ride by panga, receive a wetsuit and snorkel gear, and enter the water in small groups for several surface swims, weather permitting.

“The tour operators were great even through we didn't get to go because of weather they gave us ample warning to change our plans and ensured we were refunded our money. Viator is the reason for the low rating. They hounded me 5 straight days though email and texts for a review I didn't want to give.”

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4.Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter – Premium Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 392 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $268

Meet your guide at The Dock Cafe in La Paz for a three-hour whale shark trip limited to seven people. Guides such as Fatima, Katrin, Angel, and Ana provide gear, safety help, wildlife facts, snacks, and photos or video while you swim beside these gentle giants.

“Excellent experience for all ages. My family loved it, fantastic and knowledge team. Highly recommend it!”

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5.Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkeling Sea Lion Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 167 reviews · 6 hours · from $133

Meet your bilingual marine biologist guide at La Paz’s Pearl Sculpture, then ride a shaded boat to Espíritu Santo Island. Snorkel near sea lions when conditions allow, spot birds and marine life, and eat fresh ceviche on a quiet beach. Groups are limited to eight.

“Awesome full day in/on the water! I’m so glad they recommended short wetsuits for snorkeling. Our guides were so knowledgeable about the local wildlife and area. We saw so many different marine life - dolphins, humpback whale, mobula rays, sea lions, frigatebirds, crabs, herons, and so many fish. Our guides were bilingual and translated their explanations for everyone. Lunch was delicious and included vegetarian options. The old pearl farm ruins and sea lion nursery were highlights! Definitely worth it!”

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6.Electric Bike and Beach Camel Ride with Mexican Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $129

Spend about three hours at Tierra Sagrada riding an easy-to-handle electric bike, walking with camels on a secluded beach, and sharing a Mexican buffet with margaritas and tequila tasting. Guides such as Isha, Luis, and Raul are praised for patient instruction and personal service.

“Luis was my Guide. He was excellent. Friendly, informative, efficient, and makes excellent margaritas! It is a very dedicated employee and I wish him nothing but the best!”

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7.Ocean Safari: Sea Lions, Mobula Rays, Dolphins, Orcas & Whales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $179

From La Ventana, join a six-person panga expedition with guides such as Juan, Alejandro, or Andrea. Over about five hours, you may snorkel with mobula rays and dolphins, spot humpback, sperm, or blue whales, and possibly see orcas. Lunch, snorkel gear, and fees are included.

“Our guide Alejandro was incredible, he was extremely knowledgeable and respectful of the marine wildlife. We saw MOBULA RAYS, a POD of DOLPHINS, and two HUMPBACK WHALES. amazing experience 100/10. will do again in the future!”

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8.Combo Single Offroad 4×4 UTV, Camel Ride, Lunch & Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $249

You’ll drive a single UTV through Baja’s desert trails, ride a camel along a secluded Pacific beach, eat from an unlimited Mexican buffet, and sample tequila and Damiana. Guides such as Juan, Diana, Alberto, and Hector bring energy to the day, which suits active families and first-time off-road drivers.

“Cesar was great awesome trip great people .all the people were great and professional.would highly recommend to all people...the photos are way overpriced”

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9.Espiritu Santo Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 43 reviews · 7 hours · from $128

Join guides such as marine biologist Valeria and captain Chuy for a seven-hour trip from La Paz to Espíritu Santo Island. Swim with sea lions from September to May, snorkel at El Corralito, eat fresh ceviche, and finish at Balandra Beach.

“Valeria è una guida biologa molto simpatica e attenta a tutti. Molto interessanti i suoi racconti sulla vita marina e la storia di Espiritu Santo.”

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10.Mobulas and Cetaceans Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $270

Join Apex Ocean Divers at Playa Central in La Ventana for a five-hour Sea of Cortez expedition. Guides such as Nick use a drone to help locate mobulas, dolphins, and whales, while the crew keeps encounters respectful. Snorkel gear, wetsuits, lunch, and fruit are included.

“Everything was excellent. The guide Nick and the captain Fernando are great! Great experience. We totally recommend it.”

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