Adventure Brief
Swim with whale sharks, playful sea lions, and discover Espiritu Santo National Park on this adventurous Baja tour. Experience Marine life at its best with La Paz Divers.
7-8 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Swim with whale sharks, playful sea lions, and discover Espiritu Santo National Park on this adventurous Baja tour. Experience Marine life at its best with La Paz Divers.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
7-8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate swimming ability recommended, no technical skills required.
Wildlife
History
The Sea of Cortez was famously explored by Jacques Cousteau, and today continues to be a vital marine preserve.
Conservation
Tours prioritize eco-friendly practices, such as limiting group sizes and respecting marine habitats, to protect this sensitive ecosystem.
La Paz Divers
Swim with whale sharks, playful sea lions, and discover Espiritu Santo National Park on this adventurous Baja tour. Experience Marine life at its best with La Paz Divers.
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 Waterproof Camera
Capture your marine encounters with a waterproof camera or goPro.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect marine life by applying reef-safe sunscreen before swimming.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before and after the tour to stay energized.
Book in Advance
Popular tours fill quickly—reserve your spot early.
Swimwear
Comfortable swimwear suitable for long hours in the water.
Snorkel Gear
Provided by the tour, but bringing your own ensures a perfect fit.
Sun Protection
Reef-safe sunscreen and a rash guard to prevent sunburn.
summer
Towel
A lightweight towel for drying off after swims.