Join La Paz Divers for a six-hour snorkeling trip with mobula rays in the Sea of Cortez. Swim alongside these majestic creatures while encountering a diverse array of marine wildlife in Baja California Sur’s pristine waters.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Basic swimming ability required; comfortable in open water
Wildlife
History
The Sea of Cortez was famously studied and championed by Jacques Cousteau, who celebrated its marine diversity.
Conservation
La Paz Divers emphasizes sustainable tourism, ensuring wildlife encounters do not disrupt natural behaviors or habitats.
La Paz Divers
Join La Paz Divers for a six-hour snorkeling trip with mobula rays in the Sea of Cortez. Swim alongside these majestic creatures while encountering a diverse array of marine wildlife in Baja California Sur’s pristine waters.
La Paz Divers is a boating and dive operator based in La Paz, Baja California Sur, offering marine tours in the Sea of Cortez. Specializing in snorkeling and scuba experiences, La Paz Divers runs a range of guided trips that showcase regional marine life, including whale sharks, sea lions, manta rays, mobula rays, dolphins, turtles, and orcas.
Trips operate from La Paz to nearby highlights such as Espíritu Santo National Park, Balandra Bay, and Jacques Cousteau Island. Offerings include the Whale Sharks, Sea Lions, and Espiritu Santo National Park Combo Tour (7–8 hours), the Whale Shark Tour, a Two Tank Dive Tour for certified divers, a Snorkel with Mobula Rays trip, a Whale Sharks, Sea Lions, and Balandra Bay Combo Tour (about 6 hours), Snorkel with Oceanic Manta Rays, Snorkel with Sea Lions, and a full-day Ocean Safari to Jacques Cousteau Island that provides snorkel gear, wetsuits, and lunch. La Paz Divers markets experiences suitable for snorkelers and for certified scuba divers; the Two Tank Dive Tour is designed specifically for certified divers. Schedules vary by trip and season; travelers should confirm trip duration and inclusions when booking. La Paz Divers focuses on delivering wildlife-focused outings in the Sea of Cortez, emphasizing close encounters with iconic species and visits to protected areas. All descriptions and trip details are presented factually and reflect the named tours offered from La Paz. Prospective guests should review trip summaries and logistics before reserving to ensure each tour matches skill level and expectations and preferences.
Location
La Paz, BCS
Operates from La Paz, Baja California Sur
Trip Lengths
6–8 hrs & full day
Multi-hour and full-day options
Activities
Snorkel & Scuba
Whale sharks, sea lions, mantas, rays
Tours Offered
8 Tours
Eight distinct trips available
Select a tour, confirm availability, and secure a spot on whale shark, sea lion, manta or dive trips departing from La Paz.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect both your skin and the delicate marine ecosystem by using environmentally friendly sunscreen.
Wear a flotation vest
A vest helps conserve energy and keeps you safe when swimming alongside rays in open water.
Listen to your guide’s safety briefing
Pay close attention to instructions to ensure safe and respectful interaction with wildlife.
Arrive early for gear fitting
Plan to arrive ahead of departure to get fitted for masks and snorkels comfortably.
Snorkel mask and fins
High-quality mask and fins improve comfort and underwater visibility.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm during cooler months and provides protection against sun and abrasions.
fall|winter|spring
Reef-safe sunscreen
Prevents skin damage while protecting fragile marine environments.
summer|spring|fall
Waterproof camera
Capture the dramatic close encounters with mobula rays and other wildlife.