Combo Whale Sharks and Espíritu Santo Island

Información

After you've been picked up at your hotel you'll be getting on the boat at La Paz' downtown pier. A short boat ride, generally around 30 min., takes you to the shallow waters off the Mogote peninsula where the whale sharks gather to feed on plankton. The Whale Shark is completely harmless to humans since it is a slow swimming filter feeder. Being mostly pelagic, seasonal coastal aggregations occur at only very few places worldwide where it is possible to get a close look at the world’s largest fish in its natural habitat.

Mexico has the fortune to have three of those spots, two of which are located in Baja California and now you have the privilege of marveling at these gentle giants right here in La Paz. Your boat will be maneuvered to a fairly close range of one or several sharks and you may get in the water and snorkel over to them. Nevertheless, if you prefer to rather stay on the boat, the whale shark may also be observed well from the boat. After enjoying the whale sharks for approx. 1 hour you'll continue your trip to the national park Espíritu Santo Island.

This island complex is the Pearl of the Sea of Cortez; a beautiful desert island of volcanic origin - like an open geology book. You will be amazed by the variety of sea birds, including at times the Blue Footed Booby, as well as the colony of playful sea lions; the water is crystal clear and the beaches are just perfect. The waters surrounding the island often surprise the visitor with schools of dolphins, jumping sting rays or even whales. The highlight though is snorkeling or diving with the fun loving sea lions; the young ones especially enjoy interacting with humans.

After the snorkelling it's time to relaxe on a paradise like beach with crystal clear water and white sand. We'll set up a shaded beach camp and prepare on site a fresh seafood lunch. If weather conditions allow you'll circumnavigate the island and get to know the rugged eastern coast of the island with its steep cliffes, rock needles and caves. You'll also visit the nesting areas of the Magnificient Frigate Bird on a mangrove covered beach.

Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up at the hotels in La Paz.
Duration: 10 hours.
Start/opening time: At 8:20am.
Opening days/period: Monday to Sunday.
Guide language: English and Spanish.
Others: Please bring sunscreen, hat, water sandals, fleece, wind- and waterproof jacket, binoculars, polarized sunglasses.