After being 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 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.
Magdalena Bay is one of the three lagoons to which the entire East Pacific Gray Whale population migrates each winter to mate and especially to give birth to their calves. In the protected waters of the bay quite close encounters with this impressive mammal may occur and you might even be lucky enough to find out why these animals are sometimes referred to as “friendly giants”.
After an early departure from La Paz you'll enjoy a typical ranchers' breakfast on the road before reaching after 3.5 hours driving time the Port of Lopez Mateos. Here you'll embark on a small boat for a 2 hour trip to observe close up the Gray Whales. Once back on land we'll take you to a local fisherman's house to enjoy a delicious seafood combination of lobster, shrimps and fish. After lunch you'll head back to La Paz.
The charming city of La Paz is known for its fabulous sunsets and for its picturesque boardwalk. Either in the morning or in the afternoon when the boardwalk comes to life with many families, your guide takes you on stroll alongside the bay of La Paz where many of the main attractions are located.
The boardwalk’s iconic statues relate to essential aspects of the city's history and idiosyncrasy and your guide brings the history back to life. Walking a pier offers a unique perspective of the city's waterfront. Local artists offer crafts with local motives and made of local materials at the artisans' gallery.
The exhibition Codex Peninsula at the Cultural Centre of La Paz is an excellent introduction of what characterizes the state of Baja California. Other attractions include a marine life mural by Wyland, the old lighthouse and once you board the vehicle again we'll take you the main square and the cathedral of La Paz.
After picking you up at your hotel we'll take you right to the center of La Paz where the Whale Museum is located. La Paz' newest attraction hosts Latin Americas’ largest collection of original marine mammal skeletons including complete Orca, Humpback, Finback, Sperm and even a complete Blue Whale skeleton! The exhibition also features sections dedicated to sea turtles and sharks.
Knowledgeable guides will explain in detail origin and evolutionary changes that made the whales what they are today. The visit of this museum is an excellent introduction for those actually going to watch whales in Baja California. After the visit we'll take you back to your hotel or you may choose to stay in the city's center.
The charming city of La Paz is known for its fabulous sunsets and for its picturesque boardwalk. Either in the morning or in the afternoon when the boardwalk comes to life with many families, your guide takes you on stroll alongside the bay of La Paz where many of the main attractions are located. The boardwalk’s iconic statues relate to essential aspects of the city's history and idiosyncrasy and your guide brings the history back to life. Walking a pier offers a unique perspective of the city's waterfront. Locals artists offer crafts with local motivs and made of local materials at the artisans' gallery. The exhibition Codex Peninsula at the Cultural Centre of La Paz is an excellent introduction of what caracterizes the state of Baja California.
Other attractions include a marine life mural by Wyland and the old lighthouse. As the sun gets hot you'll visit the Museum of the Whale: La Paz' newest attraction hosts Latin Americas's largest collection of original marine mammal skeletons including complete Orca, Humpback, Finback, Sperm and even a complete Blue Whale skeleton! The exhibition also features sections dedicated to sea turtles and sharks. Knowledgeable guides will explain in detail origin and evolutionary changes that made the whales what they are today. The visit of this museum is an excellent introduction for those actually going to watch whales in Baja California. After the visit we'll take you back to your hotel and on the way there we'll take you for a short stop at the main square and the cathedral of La Paz.
Ever wanted to see some of the 16 species of rattlesnakes found in Baja California, for example maybe the unique rattle-less rattlesnake? How about seeing close up a Harris Hawk, alligators, owls or sweet water turtles and other animals that you probably won’t or don’t want to encounter in the wild? Maybe you’ll be lucky enough to be there at feeding time and witness pythons’ and rattlesnakes’ feeding habits! The Reptile and Wildlife Center is interactive and visitors are allowed to feed turtles, parrots, rabbits. The center also hosts all species of iguanas occurring in Mexico and many small lizards, including the endemic species, roam free in a small botanic garden that's part of the center.
Balandra is a shallow ocean inlet between two mountain ridges featuring a series of stunning secluded beaches and bays surrounded by mangroves. In 2016 is has received an international distinction of "Mexico's best beach". The area is also considered La Paz’ landmark, due particularly to a rock formation known as the “Mushroom”.
We take you on a little known path right along the edge between mountain, desert and mangroves to an otherwise inaccessible beach; on this nature interpretation hike you are likely to observe some of the many bird species native to the area. From a hill right by the lagoon you’ll be rewarded with a stunning view of the panorama. After a less than 5-min. drive we will also visit Tecolote beach, which is beautiful in a different way. Tecolote beach is an endless, wide strand ideal for swimming and relaxing as well as the perfect spot to enjoy a platter of fish tacos, a typical local dish, in a beach restaurant.
The village of El Triunfo (declared recently a Magical Village) is located in the outskirts of the Sierra de la Laguna and has been an important gold and silver mining centers since the 18th century. One-time capital of the entire province meant that an important amount of wealth was produced allowing the upper class to cultivate a somewhat fancy lifestyle. The several concert pianos and other musical instruments brought to the area at that time are now gathered and preserved at the Museum of Music under the direction of a well known local artist.
Restored historical mansions and of course the remains of the old mining compound featuring an intact 46 m (151 ft.) high brick chimney designed by Gustav Eiffel are other attractions that invite you to stroll around this picturesque village with a fascinating history. An old historic mansion has been restored and turned into a restaurant and invites to have a snack or drink here (not included) while enjoying the view of the old foundry site.
Then you'll be taken San Antonio which is only a 15 min. drive away but on the mountain ridge separating both villages you'll stop to enjoy great views of the mountains and the sea. San Antonio is an real typical Mexican village and a stroll through its narrow cobbled streets takes you back in time. With a lot a new impressions it'll be time then to travel back for 60 min. to La Paz.
The whale shark is considered the largest fish in the world and can grow up to 20 meters long and weighing more than 12,000 kg, Seize the opportunity to interact and swim with these gentle giants. It is one of three species of sharks that feed by filtering water mechanism, mainly on plankton, algae and krill, but also eat small schooling fish and squid which suck their prey before filtering. This species, despite its huge size, poses no danger to humans.
Experience one of the most amazing and fun trips in Baja California Sur, where you can snorkel and swim with sea lions in their natural habitat, watch thousands of multicolored fish, birds, coral reefs, rock formations and beautiful beaches. Espiritu Santo Island is the closest to the Bay of La Paz, just 33 km away, formed by two main islands "Espiritu Santo" and "La Partida" and three smaller ones "El Gallo", "La Gallina", and "Los Islotes" wich cover an approximately surface area of 100 km2, where the reddish color of its stone, the turquoise color of the sea and the the beautiful golden sunsets, do an admirable stage.
The biodiversity of this island is stunning; there have been recorded 32 species of reptiles, 98 species of birds, 16 endemic species, plus a colony of about 350 sea lions that can be observed around its shores. Declared Natural Protected Area in 1978 and Biosphere Reserve in 1995, the region has more than a thousand plant and animal species; 64 of which are officially protected.
Visit the Playa Ensenada Grande, where you will relax on the sea and enjoy a delicious lunch based on fish ceviche with crackers and toast, ham and cheese sandwiches, water and soft drinks.
We invite you to live an unforgettable experience, to witness the sighting of these giant mammals a few meters away, and if you are lucky, touch one of the friendly baby whales. Join us in this trip to Magdalena Bay, where you can watch the gray whale, one of the biggest mammals measuring from 12 to 16 meters long and can weigh from 20 to 35 tons.
!Come and live with us this beautiful experience and be amazed by the wonders of nature!
Come with us and discover why Todos Santos is considered a Magic Town, a beautiful place distinguished for being an enigmatic place full of creativity, home to painters , sculptors , musicians , poets and artists from around the world. Here festivals like Todos Santos Music Festival, Film Festival , Art Festival , Mango Festival and various gastronomic , cultural and artistic exhibitions are ongoing . We will visit the famous Hotel California, the Mission church, handcraft stores, art galleries and museum. We will spend the rest of the day in a beautiful beach so you can relax and have a drink.
Rediscover with us the beautiful city of La Paz, walking through its main streets and historic buildings like the Cathedral, the Boardwalk with its sculptures, the Sudcalifornian Handcraft Center and the museum.
A walk along Balandra beach is a great experience, admire the beautiful color of the sea and the famous rock formation kmown as
the Balandra Sloop"", considered Natural Heritage of Baja California Sur.
The Tecolote Beach is the most famous beach in La Paz, admire its beautiful sunsets and the privileged beach where you can enjoy the view of the Espiritu Santo Island. Have a delicious dish under a palapa on the seashore with a pleasant atmosphere full of color and joy
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Transportation pick up at your Hotel or Choya Tours office
La Paz City Tour
Visit Balandra Beach
Visit Tecolte Beach and free time for lunch
Come with us in this fun tour where you will meet the South of the Baja Peninsula crossing by the Magical Town of Todos Santos where we will visit its main Streets and walk by the famous Hotel California.
We will take a glass bottom boat in Cabo San Lucas to be amazed by the famous Arch of Cabo, we will visit a Tequila House to know how the tequila is made an finally we will visit the beautiful town of San José del Cabo full of art galleries, hand craft shops and Mexican souvenirs.