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 - Please read the following information carefully, as it is very important:
    In the event of adverse weather conditions, the tour may need to be canceled. This is typically determined 1-2 days in advance, so please consider this when planning your itinerary.
    The whale shark area is limited to 14 boats at a time, and we receive daily turn…
What's Included
  • Certified guide and captain
  • Light refreshments
  • Traveler’s insurance
  • Federal permits and donation for whale shark conservation
  • Go pro photos and videos of your tour (quality will depend on the day’s conditions)
  • Use of snorkel equipment and wetsuits (3mm shorties)
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Gratuities
  • Towel, sweatshirt and biodegradable sunscreen
Additional Information

Join the premier whale shark tour in La Paz and encounter the largest fish in the world, the magnificent gentle giant.
Within minutes of entering La Paz Bay, participants will have the opportunity to search for and swim alongside one or more whale sharks, under the guidance of a local marine biologist who will provide fascinating insights about this…

Location
Topete 125
Topete
It is VERY IMPORTANT to arrive on time at the hour marked on your ticket. There's no tolerance after the meeting time since the Whale Shark area is strictly regulated by the Government. We will meet at "Marina de La Paz" which is located in the corner of "Topete and Legaspy" streets.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Melinda_p
Jan 24, 2026
Unforgettable! - It was pretty intense but very cool! Small boat but easy ride. I'd say that they talked a lot about not getting too close to the whale sharks beforehand but then I was surprised at how much the guide vehemently encouraged us to get as close as possible! The wetsuits and snorkels were in great shape. The snacks were mid, but who cares? An unforgettable experience - the whale sharks are ENORMOUS!
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Jessicakg9960nh
Jan 23, 2026
Amazing creatures and fantastic crew - Angel and Marco were amazing! So knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Angel has a degree in Marine biology and is knowledgeable about the sharks (and manta rays!). Despite some rough conditions they made sure we all had time to see the sharks as much as we wanted, and everyone on the tour went away satisfied. On top of the crew, it was AMAZING to see the sharks up close.
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Rhswizzle
Jan 23, 2026
Fantastic whale shark experience - What a great experience. Our guide Carla was fantastic, and taught us about the whale sharks, and how they live in the bay near La Paz. We were able to find a large group of sharks, and the snorkeling was exciting and very fun. Would love to do it again.
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M118eutimothyd
Jan 22, 2026
Amazing experience - Amazing guide.... Spent the extra time to make it the most memorable experience ever. you cannot go wrong with this company and guide service. if we could give them more than five stars we would...
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661darcyk
Jan 21, 2026
Amazing experience! - What a great experience! Carla was a great guide! We saw so many whale sharks while in the water— highly recommend doing this!
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Darren
Jan 20, 2026
Best day drip ever - MeXplore- was a fabulous tour operator . The trip departed on time , boat was very well maintained. Our boat captain Marco did a fabulous job, finding the whale sharks and positioning the boat and helping passengers in and out of the water. Karla, our Tour Guide, who also happens to be a marine biologist was absolutely fabulous, she's super knowledgeable, and took such good care of all of us and showed us a once in a lifetime opportunity to see these amazing creatures. I have travelled to over 70 countries in my lifetime and I would rate this day trip as one of the top 10. Would definitely recommend.
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Jacklsteiniv
Jan 19, 2026
An amazing, unforgettable and ethical experience! - My wife and I had an amazing time on this tour. Carla, the marine biologist leading the trip, was wonderful - passionate, kind, and prepared. A few of us were pretty nervous about jumping into the water with the biggest fish in the world, but Carla put us at ease. This tour is affordable, very responsibly operated, and the right length at 3 hours. I can’t recommend highly enough and can’t wait to snorkel with whale sharks again soon!
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Shannon_m
Jan 18, 2026
Highly recommend - What an incredible experience with Karen and Israel! Thank you for creating a safe and adventurous atmosphere to observe the whale sharks. Memories were made. Highly recommend.
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Chrisbn2387tc
Jan 15, 2026
Amazing - Amazing experience. Guide was phenomenal. Knew i had a disability and accommodated me very well. Small boat experience made the time so much better.
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Kathy
Jan 21, 2026
Don’t miss this incredible trip! - This trip was amazing! We swam with so many whale sharks! Carla was the best guide and marine biologist. She made sure we swam with these incredible giants while keeping us safe. You should be a strong swimmer and not afraid to slide off the boat using a mask and snorkel.
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From $185
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).