La Paz, Mexico

13 Best Whale Shark Tours in La Paz, Mexico

Swimming beside a whale shark is the headline act in La Paz, and these are the licensed tours I’d put my own money on. The season runs roughly October through April, when juveniles gather to feed in the plankton-rich shallows off El Mogote. Regulations keep it sane: limited boats, small swim groups, and a strict no-touch distance.

1.Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour in a Reduced Group With Local Marine Biologist

Experience the thrill of snorkeling with whale sharks in a reduced group, led by a local marine biologist. Book your tour now for an unforgettable underwater adventure!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Carla was amazing! This was the perfect whale shark experience. The company gave us everything we could need to have a good time - wet suit, goggles and snorkle, and flippers (the long ones which work really well). We appreciate that the whale sharks were…”

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2.Small Group Whale Shark Snorkeling in La Paz BCS MX

Experience the thrill of snorkeling with whale sharks in La Paz, BCS, MX. Join our small group tour and have an unforgettable encounter with these magnificent creatures.

★ 5.0

“Chrissy our tour guide and Marco our captain were great. Definitely recommend. We saw two whale sharks and got to swim with them. I definitely felt like I got enough time in the water with them too. They were amazing. You have to wear a…”

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3.Reduced Group Whale Shark Tour

Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks on our reduced group tour. Don't miss this opportunity to witness these majestic creatures up close and personal. Book your tour now!

★ 5.0

“Fantastic, highly recommended! It was incredible. One of the most wonderful experiences in my life, go and do it, titans!”

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4.Whale Shark Adventure With a Marine Biologist

Keen to swim with the largest fish in the ocean? Discover the captivating world of whale sharks on an unforgettable adventure with a marine biologist.

★ 5.0

“It was a great experience! Our boat Captain got of smoothly out there and picked back up. Our Whale Shark guide Francesca was amazing! Super knowledgable about the Whale Shark and she helped us see a bunch of them. Just an amazing experience!”

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5.Small Group Snorkeling and Swim With Whale Sharks & Sea Lions in La Paz

Immerse yourself in the incredible underwater world of La Paz, as you snorkel and swim with whale sharks and sea lions - an adventure you won't want to miss!

★ 5.0

“My girlfriend and I went on this tour to see whale sharks and sea lions. To my mistake we showed up a day early, nevertheless the tour operators were amazing and invited us to go that day. We had an amazing experience and really enjoyed…”

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6.Snorkel Tour With Whale Shark in La Paz

Witness the wonder of swimming alongside majestic whale sharks in La Paz, as you embark on an unforgettable snorkel tour that will leave you breathless.

★ 5.0

“This was a fantastic experience. It was easy to coordinate and the guides, David and Diego, were amazing. Highly recommend.”

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7.Whale Shark 3-Hours Tour in La Paz

Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters of La Paz and encounter gentle giants in their natural habitat on the Whale Shark 3-Hours Tour - an adventure that will leave you breathless.

★ 4.5

“Erin is amazing. The trip is well organized, the company knows exactly how to position you to get the most time with the amazing whale sharks. They are also very knowledgeable! Would recommend it, I’ve been 2x with this company and they are great!”

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8.Whale Sharks Sea Lions Nature – Espiritu Santo Archipelago

Nestled in the Espiritu Santo Archipelago, a captivating world of whale sharks, sea lions, and nature awaits, leaving readers eager to discover more.

★ 4.5

“We loved our time with the sea lions and the whale shark! Diana was our guide with Julio as boat captain. Everything was well organized and professional. The gear we used was in great condition. It all exceeded our expectations and we’d go again. Thank…”

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9.Sea of Cortez Combo: Whale Sharks, Sea Lions & Balandra Beach

Witness the wonders of the Sea of Cortez with breathtaking encounters with whale sharks and sea lions, and discover the magic that awaits at Balandra Beach.

★ 5.0

“We fully enjoyed our day! The crew was very professional and fun. Swimming with the whale sharks and seeing the sea lions delighted us enormously. I highly recommend On Board Baja which was the company booked on Viator.”

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10.Swim With Whale Shark From La Paz

Take a plunge into the unknown as we reveal the thrilling encounters and hidden wonders that await those who dare to swim with whale sharks from La Paz.

★ 4.0

“Double check all the details and then check them again. Overall it was a wonderful time! Fascinating to see these huge creatures up close. Our time slot was changed the morning of due to the regulatory group that works to protect the whale sharks. It…”

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11.La Paz: Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour

Gaze in wonder as you swim alongside the gentle giants of the Sea of Cortez on the La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour, a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

★ 5.0

“Carla, our guide, gave us a lot of info and made the trip very personalized. She made sure we were okay and got a good experience. I also like the small group number and that we spent a good amount of time with the whale…”

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