Small Group Whale Shark Snorkeling in La Paz, Mexico
Overview
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3 hours
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What sets our tours apart is our focus on quality over quantity. That’s why we limit each boat to a maximum of 10 guests, and every tour is led by an expert marine biologist.
Imagine swimming alongside the largest fish on Earth—the majestic whale shark—in its natural habitat. In this intimate, small-group setting, you’ll learn about these gentle giants while experiencing an awe-inspiring encounter you’ll never forget.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Led by a marine biologist and limited to a small group, this experience begins with a comfortable boat ride from the marina to the Whale Shark refuge area. During the ride, you’ll receive a brief safety orientation and learn the guidelines in place to protect these magnificent animals. Once geared up with your wetsuit and snorkeling equipment, prepare to be amazed. Enter the water for an unforgettable close encounter with these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Our experienced, certified captains and guides ensure a safe, respectful, and truly once-in-a-lifetime experience. Join us for this extraordinary adventure and check it off your bucket list. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Only 14 boats are allowed per turn, with 4 daily turns: 7 am, 9 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm. For the 7 am and 9 am turns, we request spots via WhatsApp the day before at 3 pm, and spots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If we don’t secure a morning slot, we request a spot for the 12 pm or 2 pm turns the next morning. We will get in contact with you if we don’t get the desired turn to let you know the turn we got assigned. Please plan your schedule accordingly.
Options
La Paz Whale Shark Experience
What‘s Included
Wetsuits
Underwater pics and videos
Bottled water
Snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Bracelet
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
454 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect boat and nature day
louiselC8385YT,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a perfect day - both our captain and our guide were great and took good care of us. They were knowledgeable about the nature and wildlife in the area, and took us to see some stunning places. And we even got to end the day with some dolphin sightings on our way back! All in all, a magical day. Highly recommend Mariela and Marco, and Tuna Tours!
Tuna Tuna - good operators
suell0yd58,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Tuna Tuna tours did us a huge favour and at last minute got my partner and I on the 09.00 whale shark tour after another operator we had booked with did a no show. The tour itself was not mind blowing though it was the last day of the season and there were few sharks remaining. The operators were very good however and did their best to make it an enjoyable experience.
Great experience!
Sarah B,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was great! Knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The whale sharks were treated with respect, which really mattered to us. I think the experience was a bit overpriced, but on-par with others in the area.
Stunning!!!
G7528WBmichelp,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience. We were only a small group of 4. This made the experience very personalized. Stephanie, our guide and Juan, our captain were outstanding. They immediately spotted a whale shark and knew how to guide us so that we could live a memorable moment with this mastodon. We also enjoyed the sea lions, they were very playful. We ended the excursion with a picnic on a private beach in Balandra. Very cold beer, tacos and fish ceviche which was really excellent. Swimming and rest before returning to port. Perfect day!!!
Whale shark excursion
869ariellel,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the excursion we took that I was not expecting much from. Even though it was almost time for the whale sharks to depart, Pedro and the captain took the time to search and we found them. Not only did they take amazing photos and pictures, we were able to create a family memory that will last a lifetime. Thank you to Tuna Tuna tours for making our whale shark excursion so memorable.
Incredible Whale Shark Experience
Matthew C,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an incredible Whale Shark Experience. We were lucky to find a whale shark almost immediately and saw a few swimming around the boat. The Marine Biologist and the Captain were fantastic. We were able to snorkel with the whale sharks 3 different times and each experience was amazing. Our tour had 10 people and we broke up into 3 groups which gave each group plenty of time to snorkel with these amazing animals. We loved the entire experience and were happy to hear that only 14 boats at a time and only 56 boats per day are allowed to visit the whale sharks. We were the only boat following our particular whale sharks which made it feel like a one on one experience without competing with multiple snorkelers and boats. This made the experience feel personalized and special. We would highly recommend this tour.
wonderful experience for kids and adults
Fumi I,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very fun, safe, and memorable experience for my 6 year old child and myself. The staff are very kind, experienced, and flexible, and I truly appreciate their support.
Whale Sharks!
JennyW2677,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow! What a morning with Tuna Tuna Tours. Before we left the dock we got our find and wet suits ready to go. Mariel gave us some background about whale sharks and also what we were going to do each time we jumped in the water. I got 3 jumps and each one got better and better. On my last jump, I swam parallel to a whale shark for at least 5 min. It was INCREDIBLE!! The water is a bit murky, but once you get closer, you can see the whale shark perfectly. From the shadows to then seeing its spots. Loved every second of it. Thank you to the boat captain and Mariel! Pics and videos are included as well. BONUS!
A great adventure.
Patrick H,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guide and boat captain. Good information. Plenty of opportunity to swim with whale sharks.
Amazing!
B945MRnataliew,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friends and I had such a memorable time with Pablo and Marco, seeing whale sharks for the first time! They provided everything we needed, and the ceviche was soo delicious! They were knowledgeable, answering any questions we had, and shared some interesting facts on along the way. Would definitely go again, because wow whale sharks!
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