easy
3 hours
Basic swimming and snorkeling ability required; suitable for most in good health without respiratory or heart conditions.
Swim alongside whale sharks in La Paz with MeXplore’s guided tour, combining thrilling wildlife encounters with strong conservation practices. Discover the magic of the Sea of Cortez’s biggest fish through a uniquely sustainable adventure.
Precio por persona $2,500 MXN | 3 Horas
Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks in La Paz, one of the few places where this can be done sustainably. With limited boat access and expert guides, this unique tour ensures both safety and conservation. Capture unforgettable moments with included photos and videos while supporting marine life protection.
Este es un tour muy especial ya que La Paz es uno de los pocos lugares en el mundo donde podemos disfrutar con tiburones ballena de una manera consciente y sustentable, por eso el gobierno ha establecido varias reglas para asegurar su protección.
El área de tiburón ballena está restringida a sólo 14 lanchas al mismo tiempo, por eso se nos asignan turnos cada día. En promedio, obtenemos el turno que pedimos el 95% de las ocasiones, pero a veces nos toca un turno más tarde, o en el peor de los casos, no alcanzamos turno en el día (esto es muy poco común, la temporada pasada sólo sucedió en 2 tours de 200+) por esto te pedimos que el teléfono o correo que nos dejas sea uno al que te podemos contactar fácilmente, para que en caso de que nos toque alguna de estas situaciones te podamos avisar el día anterior al tour que es el día que se asignan los turnos. También es importante para informarte en caso de que haya pronóstico de mal tiempo, para esto te avisaremos 2-3 días antes.
Nota: Por tu propia seguridad esta actividad está restringida a personas con problemas de corazón, espalda o respiratorios y a mujeres embarazadas.
Boat access to the whale shark zone is strictly limited, so reserve in advance and keep your contact info handy for potential scheduling updates.
Even though photos and videos are included, personal underwater shots can capture your own unique perspective of these giants.
UV rays are intense on the water—use waterproof sunblock on exposed areas to avoid burns during your trip.
Maintaining distance and avoiding contact protects both you and the sharks; listen carefully to ensure a safe encounter.
La Paz has long been a fishing and maritime hub with a growing reputation as an ecotourism hotspot since whale shark tours gained popularity in the early 2000s.
Strict boat quotas and SEMARNAT permitting regulate whale shark interactions here, ensuring the species faces minimal disturbance during its seasonal presence.
Provides clear underwater vision and easy breathing while swimming near whale sharks.
Keeps you warm during ocean swims in cooler months or early morning tours.
spring|fall|winter specific
Protects exposed skin from intense UV rays while on the boat and in the water.
summer specific
Staying hydrated is critical in the sun, especially during longer tours.