Snorkel with Whale Sharks in La Paz
La Paz, Mexicoby Mexico Travel Adventure
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 8 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, French, Spanish
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Overview
Swim alongside the majestic whale shark, the world’s largest and gentlest fish, in the stunning waters of La Paz. From November to April, these ocean giants gather near El Mogote, a sandbar rich in plankton that creates the perfect feeding ground. This natural phenomenon offers a rare opportunity to see these graceful creatures up close in their habitat. Equipped with snorkeling gear, you’ll glide through calm, shallow waters, ideal for observing these gentle giants as they move peacefully through the ocean. Perfect for both experienced snorkelers and first-timers, this adventure is accessible and unforgettable. Starting from the Fiscal Dock in La Paz, we’ll search for the whale sharks upon arrival in the designated area. The experience lasts about 3 hours, giving you plenty of time to swim alongside these magnificent creatures and make lifelong memories.
What's included
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
Itinerary
Swim alongside whale sharks, the world’s largest and gentlest fish, in the stunning waters of La Paz. From November to April, these ocean giants gather near El Mogote, a sandbar rich in plankton that creates the perfect feeding ground. This natural phenomenon offers a rare opportunity to see these graceful creatures up close in their habitat. Equipped with snorkeling gear swim in shallow waters, while observing these gentle giants as they move peacefully through the ocean. This adventure is accessible and unforgettable. Starting from the Fiscal Dock in La Paz, search for the whale sharks upon arrival. We'll swim with the whale shark in groups of 5, ensuring all our visitors fully enjoy the experience. From the moment we enter the whale shark area to the moment we arrive back to land it lasts approximately 3 hours. Typically, we start our day meeting at 7.15 am, but this can vary depending on the time slot assigned to our boat by parkrangers. First and second time slots are assigned the previous day at 3 pm. Third and fourth time slots are assigned the same day of the trip at 7 am. Not every boat gets a time slot every day, so try to have flexibility on your trip for this activity.
Meeting and pickup
The fiscal dock is located on the La Paz Malecon, right next to the La Perla sculpture.
End point
The fiscal dock is located on the La Paz Malecon, right next to the La Perla sculpture.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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