Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour: Reduced Group Experience with Local Marine Biologist in La Paz

Experience the thrill of snorkeling with whale sharks on a reduced group tour in La Paz. Swim alongside these majestic creatures with a local marine biologist and receive digital photos and videos of your adventure.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • La Paz, BCS, Mexico - We’ll meet at “Marina de La Paz” located at the intersection of Topete and Miguel de Legaspy streets. It’s VERY important to be punctual.
    We’ll provide all the necessary gear: mask, snorkel, fins, and a shortie wetsuit. After gearing up, we’ll head to the whale shark area and secure a spot at the control stand.
    Once we locate…
What's Included
  • Pictures and videos of your tour
  • Light refreshments
  • Professional guide
  • Traveler’s insurance
  • Use of snorkel equipment and wetsuits
  • Federal permits (whale shark bracelet)
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Gratuities
  • Towel, sweatshirt and biodegradable sunscreen
Additional Information

Embrace an unrivaled experience in small groups capped at 9 individuals (compared to the ordinary tours that accommodate between 15-25 people per boat), sidestepping large gatherings and prolonged waiting time before having a swim with the whale sharks.
Merely minutes outside La Paz city, you’ll pursue, observe, and indulge in swimming with one or…

Location
Topete 125
Topete
It is VERY important to arrive on time at the hour marked on your ticket. The tolerance is max 10 min. We will meet at "Marina de La Paz" which is located in the corner of "Topete and Legaspy" streets, you can just walk into the marina and search for the "meeting point".
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
5.0
(467 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Wwtripster
Jan 10, 2025
Amazing whale shark tour/guide - Easy to book online. The company provided detailed explanation beforehand of how the trip would work, and are obviously very concerned with following all regulations to protect the environment and the whale sharks. Our guide Karen was professional, knowledgeable, passionate, and simply delightful! She managed to provide clear instructions and reassurance to our group while we were in the water, keep track of us, and take video all at the same time! Daniel was an expert captain as well. We had great views of multiple whale sharks both from the boat and in the water. The visibility wasn't fantastic, but that is not in anyone's control. Photos and video of us snorkeling with the sharks were emailed promptly after the tour and make a nice souvenir. We would highly recommend Mexplore and this tour to anyone.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Wendy_s
Jan 10, 2025
Don’t miss the life time chance to swim/snorkel next to the gentle giant shark whale. - The snorkeling with whale shark was an awesome experience. Our guide Karen was informed that my lack of confidence in my swimming ability without my security noodle. The protected area prohibited the use of noodle. So she took my hand while we were in the water and snorkeling/swimming along the side of a whale shark. It was so magic to see the shark so close with several fish swimming along side of the giant gentle creature. Highly recommended.
Review provided by Viator
Acapulquena_3
Jan 9, 2025
Swimming with gentle giants - My husband and I enjoyed seeing and swimming with these amazing creatures. Carla, our marine biologist was great, super knowledgeable. The only negative for me was that she didn't get me in any of the videos and also water kept seeping into my mask. But I will definitely do this again.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Luis_b
Jan 9, 2025
We loved the experience!... - We loved the experience! It was amazing! We got to swim with around 5 whale sharks. Cant wait to come back and book this tour again!
Review provided by Viator
Tyler_d
Jan 8, 2025
Whale Shark Tou - The water was a little murky but it was still such an awesome experience. Karla was very knowledgeable and entertaining! We had a blast, would recommend!
Review provided by Viator
Lisa_g
Jan 7, 2025
Amazing experience with great guides - This was one of the highlights of our trip to B.C.S. Carla and Alejandro were fabulous guides and made sure we got to swim with multiple whale sharks. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Review provided by Viator
Danny_s
Jan 7, 2025
Great time with the Whale Sharks. - Had an amazing time doing this tour with MeXplore. They were great and easy to deal with in terms of communicating info, being punctual, etc. A special shoutout to our guide Carla. She was super knowledgeable, friendly, and made everyone in the group feel at ease. One thing to note, expect to have to do a bit of swimming to keep up with the animals depending on how many there are/how active they are. Overall, highly recommend this experience.
Review provided by Viator
Lindsay
Jan 6, 2025
Whale Shark Tour - The experience was amazing. Carla was our guide, and she was amazing. If you are considering this tour, do it! We swam with 4 whale sharks at once multiple times. This was a bucket list item for me.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Stacey_h
Jan 6, 2025
Sharks, mantas and dolphins oh my! - Not only did we swim with the whale sharks but we swam with giant mantas and saw dolphins from the boat. Amazing experience!
Review provided by Viator
Becky_f
Jan 5, 2025
Great guide and captain - The guide and the captain made the experience excellent. She was so good at providing clear directions, giving relevant facts, and making everyone feel comfortable. The Captain was great too. Recommend them highly!
Review provided by Viator
Select Date and Tickets
up to 9 guests
1
Adult
January 2025
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today