Balandra Beach & Sea Lions Private Boat Adventure from La Paz

4.6(5)5 hoursEnglish, SpanishBook 2 days aheadLa Paz, Mexico

From

$199

Sea lions, snorkeling and Balandra Beach—all in one private adventure across the Sea of Cortez

Cruise to San Rafaelito, a reef home to wild sea lions. Watch them from the boat and, when conditions allow, slip into the crystal-clear water to snorkel among colorful marine life

Then arrive at spectacular Balandra Bay, home to one of the world's most beautiful beaches. Seven white-sand beaches meet shallow turquoise waters, surrounded by rust-colored desert hills in a landscape unlike almost anywhere else!

Step onto the sand, paddleboard across the shallows, swim in turquoise water or simply relax on a secluded beach while enjoying lunch surrounded by Balandra's extraordinary scenery

With only your group aboard, experience the wild beauty of Baja from the Sea of Cortez.

Few places capture Baja quite like Balandra Beach, where the desert meets the turquoise Sea of Cortez. Add sea lions, snorkeling and your own private boat, and this is one Baja adventure you won't want to miss!

Included

Snorkeling Equipment & Wetsuits
Picnic Lunch – Fish Ceviche with Tostadas, Ham & Cheese Sandwiches, Fruit, Cookies & Chips
Photos of your tour at no additional cost
Water & Soft Drinks
Beach Chairs & Umbrellas
Certified Tour Guide
Protected Area Entrance Permits & Bracelets
Paddleboards

Not included

Alcoholic beverages are not incluided but you are welcome to bring your favorite drinks.
Gratuities
Roundtrip Transportation

What you'll do

Set out from La Paz for a private boat adventure across the Sea of Cortez, where
desert landscapes meet brilliant turquoise water. Your first destination is San Rafaelito, a reef home to a colony of sea lions. Observe them in their natural habitat, then snorkel among colorful marine life. Continue to spectacular Balandra Bay, a protected natural area home to one of the world's most beautiful beaches. Discover white-sand beaches, shallow turquoise waters and rust-colored desert hills—the contrast between desert and sea is stunning. Step ashore at a secluded beach and enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the turquoise bay. After lunch, grab a paddleboard and glide along the shallow coastline, take another swim, or lay back on a beach chair and enjoy this extraordinary setting. Then board your private boat for the scenic journey back to La Paz, enjoying one last look at Balandra's turquoise waters and the desert coastline of the Sea of Cortez—a beautiful ending to a day of sea lions, snorkeling and one of Mexico's most spectacular beaches. Certain swimming restrictions may apply during summer due to the sea lions' breeding season. Snorkeling may take place at a different site.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Meet your guide at Restaurante Vid'ah Bistro, located directly on the La Paz Malecón (boardwalk), on Paseo Álvaro Obregón between M. Pineda and Marqués de León.

Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time for check-in.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting Point: Transportation is not included. Guests must arrive at Restaurante Vid'ah Bistro on the La Paz Malecón at least 10 minutes before the scheduled tour time.
Life jackets must be worn during snorkeling and whenever required by the captain or local authorities. Life jackets are mandatory in reef areas
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children participating in snorkeling must be comfortable swimming in open water and able to use the provided snorkeling equipment safely.