Despite being the largest fish in the world, the whale shark is very friendly and peaceful. They can be up to 41 feet and weigh about 47,000 pounds. Their skin is very thick and due to its many birthmarks is beautiful. The whale shark is found in open waters of the tropical oceans. They feed almost exclusively on plankton and therefore, are completely harmless to humans. Come and enjoy the adventures of swimming with the biggest fish in the world, a gentle ocean’s giant.
The tour will last for approximately 3 hours, depending on how long it takes to locate the whale sharks. Sometimes the tour may take longer depending on the location of the whale sharks & the amount of boats in the water. The tour is located at the elite Cortez Club in La Paz. Here you will find the only PADI 5 star dive resort in La Paz for over 25 years now and the only operator in Baja proud of the Highest level in Ecotourism with the NOM133 Certification. This guarantees that all standards and procedures are of the highest level with trained captains, guides and dive masters recognized worldwide. If you’re going to do this once, make sure you do it right. Optional Round Trip Transportation from Cabo San Lucas/San Jose is also available.
Choose between three Whale Shark Swimming options for your comfort level. Our Premium tour is below.
To see details for our All Inclusive 4 1/2 hour tour on a Sailing Catamaran that includes savory organic meals, a marine biologist as snorkel leader, an open bar, private bathrooms, fresh water showers, and more Click Here. If you have only one day in La Paz, we also have a Combination trip. This Combines the Whale Sharks & Espiritu Santo Sea Lion Snorkeling Tour into one amazing tour. For more details on this Click Here
Children - 6 to 10
$94 USD - Pay $19 deposit now. Pay $75 + local tax at time of Arrival.Children - 1 to 5
$63 USD - Pay $13 deposit now. Pay $50 + local tax at time of Arrival.Whale Shark Conservation Bracelet Fee
$4 USD Per Person - Pay on Arrival.Roundtrip Transportation From La Paz Cruise Port
$75 USD Per Person - Pay $75 + local tax at time of ArrivalPrivate Roundtrip Transportation From La Paz Cruise Port - 10 Passengers Max
$170 USD Per Group - Pay $170 + local tax at time of Arrival - 10 Passengers MaxPrivate Roundtrip Transportation from Los Cabos - 14 Passengers Max
$400 USD - Pay $50 deposit now. Pay $350 + local tax at time of Arrival - 14 Passenger MaxConservation Area Bracelet Fee
$4 USD Per Person - Pay on ArrivalRound Trip Transportation - From La Paz Resorts/Hotels
Shaded Boats
Certified Bilingual Guide - Comes with Slight Accent
Snorkeling Gear - All Sizes
Wetsuits - All Sizes
Water & Soft Drinks
Parking - At our Facility
Free Welcome Drink - When having lunch/dinner at Sea Side Restaurant - Margarita/Wine/Beer
PADI 5 - Located at the only PADI 5 Star Dive Resort in La Paz for over 25 years
Ecotourism - Only Operator in Baja Awarded with the Highest level in Ecotourism - The NOM133 Certification
Gratuity (left to individual discretion)
Whale Shark Conservation Bracelet Fee
Biodegradable Sunscreen
Change of clothes
Credit cards
Light Clothing And Comfortable Shoes
Local currency
Towel
Sea Sickness Meds - Let Your Guide Know Please
Waterproof Camera - Pics For A Lifetime
Water shoes
Swimwear
Pregnant women and guests with back/neck problems should not select this tour
Whale Shark Season
October to May 31stCombo Tour
Note: For Combined Whale Sharks & Espiritu Santo Sea Lion Snorkeling Tour please click here to learn more.Check In
Please arrive 30 minutes ahead of time.Pay Deposit To Reserve
Pay Balance in Full at Time of Departure. Balance can be paid with Credit Card/Dollars/Pesos.Max. Capacity per Boat
12 PeopleWEATHER
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