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15 Tours in La Paz Worth Booking

28 tours  ·  from $63 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 tours in La Paz justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Adventure to Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkel with Sea Lions and Beach - Snorkeling with the sea lions at Los Islotes
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Adventure to Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkel with Sea Lions and Beach

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

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

From La Paz, ride to Espiritu Santo and Isla Partida with a marine guide, stopping at Los Islotes or another reef for sea lion snorkeling. Your small group gets gear, lunch, water, and time at a sandy beach, plus chances to see dolphins, whales, manta rays, birds, and unusual rock formations.

“It was such a great experience! Guides were amazing, beach and food were so good! All around greatest thing you can do in La paz”

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Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist - Getting fitted with the right equipment
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Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist

2.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 roughly three-hour whale shark trip with a marine biologist and captain. Groups are kept small, usually no more than eight, with only a few people in the water at once. Wetsuits, masks, fins, snacks, permits, insurance, and GoPro footage are included.

“Sadly, the weather and sea conditions were too rough so our tour was cancelled. However, I do have to mention the tour reps and their communication. Outstanding!! They advised us several days in advance that the tour may be cancelled, and provided the possible reasons why. They kept in touch as our tour date grew closer. And then advised us the day before that it was indeed cancelled, and we could choose between rescheduling or a full refund. As this was booked close to the end of our vacation, we were unable to reschedule. We did receive a full refund. While we didn’t get to do this bucket list item,…”

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Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter - Premium Service - Meeting at The Dock Cafe in central La Paz
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Intimate Eco-Friendly Whale Shark Encounter – Premium Service

3.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 central La Paz for a three-hour whale shark outing limited to seven people. You’ll receive a wetsuit, snorkel gear, biodegradable sunscreen, snacks, and drinks, then make several water entries when conditions allow. Guides such as Fatima, Katrin, Angel, and Anna have helped swimmers get close while protecting the sharks.

“Guide and boat captain were very knowledgeable and facilitated a very memorable experience with the whale sharks. I didn’t give them 5 stars because they promised photos of the experience, which would have been wonderful to have, but I asked twice and still never sent and that is very disappointing to not have those.”

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Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise - Snorkeling over a rocky reef
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Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise

4.Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $136

Start at Balandra with tandem kayaking through calm water and mangroves, then snorkel among fish and rocky reef. Hike 5 kilometers over sand, rock, hills, and tide pools to Tecolote Beach, where a fresh ceviche lunch awaits. Guides such as Alex, Mateo, Alberto, and Daniel add local insight. Small groups reach a maximum of six.

“One of the best experiences ever. The staff was amazingly helpful. Very knowledgeable and educational. The staff took their time and made sure we enjoyed our visit. Balandra is amazingly beautiful. Kayaking snorkeling and hiking was the highlight of our trip. At the end the seafood they served was delicious 😋😋😋. I would definitely recommend this trip to everyone. My fiance and I love it.”

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holy spirit island tour - Setting out from the La Paz malecón
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5.holy spirit island tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 188 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $131

From La Paz, Alonso Tours takes you by boat to Isla Espíritu Santo for sea lion snorkeling, coral reefs, wildlife watching, and beach lunch. Guides including Federico, Edgar, David, and Francisco provide English and Spanish commentary. Fish ceviche, sandwiches, drinks, and snorkeling gear are included.

“This excursion exceeds our expectations from beginning to end. We got to see dolphins/sea turtles/mantas. And the icing on the cake was swimming with sea lions in this clear blue water. The crew was very attentive and educating. Big shout out to Paco/David/Guero”

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Espiritu Santo Island Snorkel & Sea Lion Adventure - What to expect at Isla los Islotes
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Espiritu Santo Island Snorkel & Sea Lion Adventure

6.Espiritu Santo Island Snorkel & Sea Lion Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $145

Spend about seven hours boating from La Paz to Espíritu Santo Island, where you can snorkel beside a colony of hundreds of sea lions. SunRider Tours provides gear, a winter wetsuit, lunch, drinks, and a certified guide. The day also includes Ensenada Grande, possible dolphin or whale sightings, and views of Balandra Beach.

“We took the sea lion experience on Feb 15 with Mariana and Hector-departing LaPaz harbor. I had my six year old boy with me. He is a good swimmer, but very leery of deep water. He made the leap from the boat and made me proud. Mariana took charge of him, allowing him to hang onto the life ring. We completed the entire tour. Could not have done it without her help with him. Well done! On the way back, the boat had technical trouble -water in the fuel. Hector was able to clear enough of it that we could resume our return on one of the two outboards. The…”

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Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkeling Sea Lion Adventure - The boat trip from La Paz to Espíritu Santo Island
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Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkeling Sea Lion Adventure

7.Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkeling Sea Lion Adventure

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

Join a bilingual marine biologist and captain for a six-hour trip from La Paz to Espíritu Santo Island. Swim near sea lions, spot dolphins or whales, snorkel over reef, eat fresh ceviche on a quiet beach, and visit bird colonies and old pearl-mining sites. Groups are limited to eight.

“This activity was super fun! Snorkeling with the sea lions was unique and Omar was very knowledgeable. Really enjoyed this experience! We also got to swim with the rays and enjoyed delicious ceviches in a beautiful beach that was all to ourselves! 100% recommend this tour with MTA!”

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Whale Shark Swim Adventure in La Paz - What happens at the Sea of Cortez stop
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Whale Shark Swim Adventure in La Paz

8.Whale Shark Swim Adventure in La Paz

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 154 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Join Sunrider Tours in La Paz for a whale shark swim in the Sea of Cortez. Guides such as Armando, Dellis, Dorion, and Camilla explain the rules, help you snorkel safely, and work with captains Martin and Memo to find the sharks. Expect a small group, about 50 minutes in the water when conditions allow, and possible waits set by local authorities.

“Our tour guide,( Dellis and captain Memo, please forgive spelling if incorrect)was the best. This was a fantastic experience. She had us right next to the whale sharks, lucky for us they were feeding in a small area. Totally loved the experience.”

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Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist - Getting ready with the marine biologist
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Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist

9.Whale Shark Adventure with a Marine Biologist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $170

Meet at Playa SN-C Restaurant Bar La Costa for a small-group boat trip with a marine biologist. You may swim with several whale sharks for up to 30 minutes at a time, with no more than five people in the water. Guides such as Natalia, Francesca, and Marru explain the animals and manage each encounter carefully.

“An excellent excursion from start to finish. What a wonder it was to be in the water with these giant creatures. Guides were knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and multilingual. Highly recommended.”

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La Paz Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling + Balandra Tour - San Rafaelito and its sea lion colony
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La Paz Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling + Balandra Tour

10.La Paz Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling + Balandra Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $250

Join a marine biologist and a maximum of 10 people for whale shark snorkeling, sea lions at San Rafaelito, and a Balandra Beach stop. Tuna Tuna Tours includes gear, wetsuit, lunch, drinks, snacks, and underwater photos and videos. Guides may include Stephanie, Cristian, Maritza, or Marco.

“What a great day. Tuna tuna was very communicative with changing the meet up time to 7am. The water was so calm and the fact to be able to snorkel with whale sharks and sea lions in such an intimate setting was great. The beach lunch stop was very beautiful as well with such blue sandy waters.”

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3 Hours of Guided La Paz Street Food Tour - The first bite: Baja fish tacos at El Kena
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3 Hours of Guided La Paz Street Food Tour

11.3 Hours of Guided La Paz Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $82

Spend three to four hours walking central La Paz with a guide such as Geovanni, Pablo, Juan Pablo, or Cynthia. Taste Baja fish tacos, empanadas, burritos, machaca, pastries, and dessert while visiting Mercado Madero, historic plazas, murals, and local food shops. Groups are limited to eight.

“We had such a nice time with Juan. We enjoyed learning about the history of Lapaz and the foods that we were eating. There were many beautiful murals to view as we ate and explored the city. Juan was knowledgeable, very easy to understand (English) and friendly. We ate at places we never would have stopped at if we hadn’t been with Juan. We had a wonderful experience! Thank you, Juan!”

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Snorkel Tour with Whale Shark in La Paz - Swimming skills, life jackets, and wetsuits
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Snorkel Tour with Whale Shark in La Paz

12.Snorkel Tour with Whale Shark in La Paz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $131

Meet Alonso Tours at La Paz’s Fiscal Pier at 9:30 a.m. for a 2 to 4 hour search for whale sharks. Guides such as David, Gustavo, and Angel help you swim beside the animals in rotating groups, explain local marine life, and serve snacks with purified water. Bring swimming confidence, sun protection, and a camera.

“Swimming with whale sharks has always been top of my experiences list and this did not disappoint! Our guide David was so helpful and knowledgeable, knew exactly what to explain and how to approach the whale sharks. Easy out of and back into the boat. An experience I will never forget.”

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Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island - Leaving La Paz at 9 a.m.
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Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island

13.Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Leave La Paz at 9 a.m. for a private seven-hour boat trip to Espiritu Santo Island. Marine biologist guides lead snorkeling near wild sea lions, with time for reefs, beaches, wildlife, and a secluded lunch stop. Balandra Beach is also included, along with gear, wetsuits, ceviche, snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

“Great and memorable experience,…. My husband and I spend a great day in Espíritu Santo Island with our Guide (Miguel) and our capitán Carlos. The boat,… the food,… was great, but most of all the place, it’s a paradise.”

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La Paz Beaches Half Day Tour - Pichilingue feels like a working local beach
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La Paz Beaches Half Day Tour

14.La Paz Beaches Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about six hours touring La Paz’s best beaches with a local guide such as Juan, César, Rafael, or Matthew. Expect private transportation, drinks, snacks, lunch, chairs, shade, and flexible stops. Balandra is the main prize, but limited entry and road time mean most groups see three or four beaches, not all six.

“Rafael was an amazing tour guide! We enjoyed LaPaz and every beach very much! And the ceviche lunch was absolutely amazing!!”

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Full Day Gray Whale Watching Experience - The early start from La Paz
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Full Day Gray Whale Watching Experience

15.Full Day Gray Whale Watching Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $191

Travel from La Paz to Puerto Chale for about two hours of desert scenery, then board a small panga for roughly 2.2 hours among gray whales, dolphins, and birds. Guides such as Pamela, Maria, Susana, Diana, or Shiro may lead the day. Lunch at a local restaurant, drinks, hotel pickup, and return transport are included.

“Our guides Susana and Diana were very friendly, knowledgeable, funny and helpful. The tour was incredible with so many whales!!! We appreciated the eco consciousness in ensuring the safety of the whales while also supporting the local community.”

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