Swim with Whale Sharks, Sea Lions, and Explore Balandra
La Paz
Description
Dive into one of the most thrilling adventures of your life in the Bay of La Paz, one of the few unique places in the world where you can swim alongside the majestic whale shark. These incredible creatures have roamed the Earth for over 60 million years. They can reach lengths of up to 40 feet and weigh over 25 tons! Despite their massive size, they are completely harmless, feeding primarily on plankton and occasionally small fish.
Our certified guides will take you on an unforgettable snorkeling experience with these gentle giants, ensuring a respectful interaction in their natural habitat. Next, we'll visit San Rafaelito, a small coral reef home to a sea lion colony and vibrant marine life, perfect for snorkeling. This site is part of the Balandra Natural Protected Area, where we’ll discover pristine beaches with crystal-clear waters and soft white sand.
To complete the experience, enjoy a delicious meal by the iconic White Dune or a secluded beach in Balandra. Whether you choose to swim, snorkel, or simply relax in this stunning paradise, this activity combines nature, exploration, and breathtaking scenery all in one day.
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Key Points
Max: Up to 10 persons
Duration: 5:30 hrs
Guide language: Spanish, English
What's Included
- Boat tour.
- Snorkeling with whale sharks.
- Swimming with sea lions at San Rafaelito.
- Visit to Balandra Beach to swim or relax.
- Full snorkeling gear included, with wetsuit.
- Drinks and food (homemade fish ceviche, fresh fruit, and ham and cheese sandwiches).
- Entrance fees to the marine park.
- Certified local guides.
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What's Not Included
Recommendations
Requirements
- Before booking online, contact us to confirm availability.
- The tour requires a minimum of 4 people. If your group is smaller, please reach out to check if there are other bookings to meet the minimum.
Cancellation Policy
- In the event that the weather conditions do not allow the activity to be carried out, it can be rescheduled for another day or a 100% refund will be made.
- Your reservation has free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity.
- If you do not cancel before 48 hours or do not show up on the day of the activity, 100% of the reservation will be charged.
Swimming with the whale sharks was worth every penny! No sunscreen so wear a swim shirt or rent a wetsuit. Our Captain Solomon was fabulous and our guide Nano was fun, energetic and did everything he could to make this a magical experience for everyone on board. We were the first pick up and last drop off which meant for a super long day but highly recommend!!
Karen Knight
July 2025
We took the whale shark watching tour; we had a fantastic day with tons of sharks. Truly a dream. I would recommend it a thousand times over.
Sofía Mühlhausen
July 2025
This was an amazing excursion. The Captain knew right where to drop you in so you can swim along the whale shark. If you hesitate, you ok be behind. The captain’s mate did a wonderful job of orienting you once you jumped in the water and he took amazing photos and video. I definitely recommend Gluup for this trip.
Robert Johnson
July 2025