Small Group Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour with Marine Biologist
Overview
Hop in the best whale shark tour in La Paz. Meet the biggest fish in the world, the giant gentle.
Just a few minutes into La Paz bay you will search and swim with one or more whale sharks, guided by a local marine biologist who will share lots of interesting information about this species. On whale shark tours, we allow maximum 9 people per boat so we can offer you can have a comfortable and personalized experience.
This activity is probably the most special in the area, and La Paz is on the top 3 worlwide spots to do whale shark snorkeling tours. That's why the activity is highly regulated by the Government and us, tour operators, to ensure its protection and hopefully they'll keep coming back every year. So if you're a nature lover, this is exactly what you're looking for!
Please consider that in order to operate this tours we need good weather. La Paz bay closes to all boat tours when winds are strong, thus we will need to cancel. We can let you know this 1-2 days in advance.
What's Included
- Light refreshments
- Traveler's insurance
- Federal permits and donation for whale shark conservation
- Go pro photos and videos of your tour (quality will depend on the day's conditions)
- Use of snorkel equipment and wetsuits (3mm shorties)
- Certified guide and captain
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
- Towel, sweatshirt and biodegradable sunscreen
Meeting Location
Topete 125
Zona Comercial, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Bring towel and warm clothes (VERY important Nov-March) and biodegradable sunscreen
- Activity restricted for safety and federal regulations to: women in pregnancy, heart, neck and breathing problems
- Freediving is not allowed due to Federal regulations, only snorkeling in the surface
- In case of bad weather forecast, we will let you know 2-3 days in advance. In some cases the waves can be moderate causing a choppy ride, and on other days with high winds, the bay may be closed officially to all boat tours
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-48947P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- Light refreshments.
- Traveler's insurance.
- Federal permits and donation for whale shark conservation.
- Go pro photos and videos of your tour (quality will depend on the day's conditions).
- Use of snorkel equipment and wetsuits (3mm shorties).
- Certified guide and captain.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
- Gratuities.
- Towel, sweatshirt and biodegradable sunscreen.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Small Group Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour with Marine Biologist is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Light refreshments
- Traveler's insurance
- Federal permits and donation for whale shark conservation
- Go pro photos and videos of your tour (quality will depend on the day's conditions)
- Use of snorkel equipment and wetsuits (3mm shorties)
- Certified guide and captain
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
- Towel, sweatshirt and biodegradable sunscreen
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Bring towel and warm clothes (VERY important Nov-March) and biodegradable sunscreen
- Activity restricted for safety and federal regulations to: women in pregnancy, heart, neck and breathing problems
- Freediving is not allowed due to Federal regulations, only snorkeling in the surface
- In case of bad weather forecast, we will let you know 2-3 days in advance. In some cases the waves can be moderate causing a choppy ride, and on other days with high winds, the bay may be closed officially to all boat tours
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
