Whale shark swim
La Paz Bay·Nov 15–Apr 10·MXN $1,400 per person
Each season, the whale shark visits La Paz Bay to feed on plankton. The whale shark swim lets you share its natural habitat alongside a certified guide. Although it can reach 12 meters, it is a docile species that is not a threat when the observation rules are respected.
An inquiry does not book. The slot is confirmed one day before.
Quick facts
What to know before you check.
- Season
- Nov 15 – Apr 10
- Length
- 2 to 3 hoursdepending on the slot
- Boarding
- Muelle Fiscal →
- Price
- MXN $1,400per person
- Boat
- maximum 10 people
- In the water
- maximum 5 per sharkwith a certified guide
The first slot is 3 hours, because it searches and locates. The ones after tend to be shorter: the first one shares the location.
How the whale shark swim works
You head out by boat to the sanctuary, the whale shark is located, and you get into the water. The slots prevent overcrowding, protect the species, and regulate the boats. Only a limited number can be in the area, for 2 to 3 hours, and the authorities see each boat's position in real time.
The time is confirmed one day before, depending on the area and how many whale sharks are active. That is why a fixed time cannot be promised far in advance. The slots are authorized by the federal government, with CONANP, SEMARNAT and the Government of the State of Baja California Sur.
The slots in a day are 7:00, 10:00, 12:00, and 14:00. Which one you get is confirmed one day before, along with the date.
Guides and captains are certified.
- 1Boat outFrom Muelle Fiscal to the sanctuary in La Paz Bay.
- 2It is locatedThe captain finds the whale shark so you enter at the right spot.
- 3You get in the waterMaximum 5 people per whale shark, with a certified guide, following their instructions.
Authorized
The slots are authorized by the federal government with CONANP, SEMARNAT and the State Government.
Two sizes
It can reach 12 meters; the average is about 8.
Not dangerous
It is not dangerous for the person in the water. You follow the guide at all times.
What's included
Everything that goes on the trip. No separate extras to pay.
- Boat with shade and a ladder.
- Snorkel gear.
- Life vest.
- Wetsuit.
- Certified guide and captain.
- Bilingual guide, Spanish-English.
- Water, soft drinks, fruit, and a sandwich.
- Traveler's insurance.
- Support in La Paz.
What to bring
Towel and cap
For the sun and to dry off.
Comfortable clothing that covers you from the sun
Long sleeves and light trousers.
Sunblock is not encouraged, not even biodegradable: it pollutes. That is why clothing that covers is better.
Holding and cancellation
To hold a place we ask for 50%
The balance is paid once the slot is confirmed.
The deposit does not lock the day or the time
We give you a range of days. The exact swim date is known one day before.
If you agree, we hold it with the 50%
The deposit is refunded as long as the slot has not been confirmed. Once it is confirmed, there is no refund.
If it is cancelled for bad weather
Another date, another trip, or a full refund.
Check availability
Availability inquiry. This is not a booking. In the reply we tell you if there is a slot for the whale shark swim.
Gallery
Photos from real trips. Seeing the whale shark depends on the sea and the day.
Frequently asked questions
When is the whale shark swim?+
November 15 to April 10.
How much does it cost?+
MXN $1,400 per person.
How long does it take?+
2 to 3 hours, depending on the slot. The first one is 3 hours, because it searches and locates. The ones after tend to be shorter.
Can I choose the time?+
No. The slot is confirmed one day before, depending on the area and the active whale sharks. It is authorized by CONANP, SEMARNAT and the State Government.
How many people go in the water?+
Maximum 5 per whale shark, with a certified guide. The boat carries up to 10.
Is it dangerous?+
It is not dangerous for the person in the water. You follow the guide at all times.
What is included?+
Boat with shade and a ladder, snorkel, life vest, wetsuit, certified guide and captain, bilingual guide, water, soft drinks, fruit, sandwich, traveler's insurance, and support in La Paz.
Can I use sunblock?+
We do not encourage it, not even biodegradable. It pollutes. Clothing that covers, a towel and a cap are better.
How do I cancel?+
To hold a place we ask for 50%. The deposit does not lock the day or the time: we give you a range of days and the exact date is known one day before. It is refunded as long as the slot has not been confirmed. Once it is confirmed, there is no refund. For bad weather: another date, another trip, or a full refund.
Does checking availability book it?+
No. We reply whether there is a slot. Your place is held when we agree on the date.
Terms and conditions
- 1This is an inquiry, not a booking. The place is confirmed when we agree on a date.
- 2Price MXN $1,400 per person.
- 3To hold a place we ask for 50%. The balance is paid once the slot is confirmed.
- 4The deposit is refunded as long as the slot has not been confirmed. Once it is confirmed, there is no refund.
- 5If it is cancelled for bad weather: another date, another adventure, or a full refund.
- 6The slot is confirmed one day before.
- 7Follow the instructions of the certified guide and captain. Maximum 5 people per whale shark.
- 8The use of sunblock is not encouraged, not even biodegradable.
- 9Season from November 15 to April 10.
- 10Your data is only used to reply to this inquiry.
An inquiry does not book.
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