La Paz World class Snorkeling in Balandras Hidden Beaches
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
After a scenic coastal journey to the former capital of the Baja, La Paz, board your luxury French Catamaran in the port of Pichilingue. Enjoy a light breakfast onboard as you take a gentle cruise to one of the top ten beaches in the world - Balandra. Home to unique rock formations, and an abundance of birdlife, this is your location for an unforgettable day. Take a short cruise on a local panga boat for a close-up view of the local Sealions in their natural habitat. Swim or snorkel in the warm, crystal blue waters, searching for starfish and tropical sea life. Kayak in the bay and explore the coves and hidden bays. Swim to a secluded white sandy beach and relax as the professional and friendly crew prepare a delicious lunch onboard. Accompanied by ice-cold refreshments from the open bar, chill out on deck and soak up the sun as you head back to port for your journey back to Cabo.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Just on a quick note, there is a 20usd national park fee paid per person at check in
The scenic drive to La Paz is around 2 hours once leaving Cabo San Lucas
Vegetarian options available
You shall be picked up before the tour start time. Click on the tour operator button on your booking to confirm pick up time and location
Expectant mothers may not participate
Expectant mothers are not permitted
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Kayaks
Unlimited open bar including beer, spirits, sodas and water
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Local style burritos, homemade guacamole, pasta salad, cold meats and cheeses
Air-conditioned vehicle
Light breakfast served on board
Swimming with sealions is not permitted in June, July and August
Towels
Balandra Beach
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Los Cabos
Once onboard the air-conditioned Cabo Adventures vehicle, take a scenic drive to the stunning city of La Paz. The route takes you along the Pacific coastline, where, during the winter, you may see giant humpback whales breaching and playing in the deep ocean
La Paz
Drive through the former capital to reach the port location of Pichilingue.
Options
La Paz World class Snorkeling in Balandras Hidden Beaches
Pickup included
Reviews
565 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day
Escape51069220626,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best day of our Trip. It was our 30th anniversary and we loved the snorkeling with Daniel and the boat was huge and not crowded. Eddie kept the drinks flowing and all areas of the boat were amazing! I would recommend this five star Al the way. Would do our again. Adolpho recommended the lunch on the way which was authentic Mexican cuisine and real .Marlon burritos. He also phoned the restraint for ,a lost jacket a.lso.
You won’t regret this excursion.
Lin D,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Daniel, Eddie, Adolfo and the rest of the team were the best. We never had to ask for drinks because they were always coming around while we were on the boat if we needed anything. The places they took us to were stunning. Definitely worth it. My only criticism is the marketing. While they did serve us 2 meals - breakfast and lunch- they should have mentioned that breakfast would not happen until 11:30am once you are on the boat. Thy picked us up at 6:45am so that was a long time to wait for our first meal!
Balandra and beaches is a great time. It took four hours to get there and 3.5 hours to get back, so a big investment.
384SteveS,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This Cabo Adventures Balandra and beaches is a good time and the scenery going up to and back from LaPaz is worth the visit. We enjoyed the snorkeling and kayaking and the delightful breakfast and lunch. The boat ride and scenery, and the wildlife were also enjoyable. The team — Captain Jorge, guide Giovanni, chef-steward eddy and logistics support Joe — all were great at what they did, as were the bus and van drivers. A couple suggestions for next time: put bug spray on the list of things to bring or furnish it. The nats were a nuisance. Second, have the guide provide more narration during the drive, about LaPaz, the bay and surroundings. The environment is magnificent and it would be enjoyable to have this highlighted and it would help pass the time of 7-1/2 hours in transit.
Highly recommended
LeeHM,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience for our family, including 4 seniors. Crew was friendly and fluent in English. Food was spectacular and plentiful, including vegetarian options. Comfortable boat and lovely snorkeling and kayaking.
Great day
Q2636TQlindaj,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful time Very professional Recommend it for everyone Great staff Beautiful location Yummy food Will come back for sure
Not what it sounds like
Billy H,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The best place to snorkle is on the place they don’t let people snorkle. We had are own mask so we went anyway. The beverages are not what it advertised. Beer and juices. You can mix a drink but nothing blended. Food isn’t that great. Coral is dying in the spot you can snorkle.
Wasn’t great…. It was fantastic!!!!
Steve804,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shaggy and crew “the chef”,Eric and more were great and easy to get along. Drivers Wally picking us up and Mike for the trip were friendly and helpful. The whole day was filled. The two plus hours (traffic!! On the corridor at drop off was horrible) each way is a great way to see more of Mexico and explore. The boat was great - food was perfecto and plenty of drinks! For a cost of less than 150 pp you can’t find a whole 12 hours of exploring Mexico with food drinks and cocktails. I highly recommend this tour if you are looking to snorkel, go to private beach and see the area. We were lucky to find this trip and the 8 people with us enjoyed it as well! Thanks!
Review
91erih,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My partner and I went on the Balandra and hidden beaches snorkeling trip in oct 2025. It was a fantastic trip from start to finish. The staff on the trip, Fernando, Alexis, Eddie, and Jose, were attentive and knowledgeable. Fernando led the snorkeling portion of the trip. We were able to see tons of fish and the trip goes near the coral reefs in the area. This is definitely a trip accessible for those who aren’t strong swimmers. Afterwards we sailed towards a pristine beach and were able to spend some free time there. Breakfast and lunch were both provided and were satisfying. Overall highly recommend the excursion
A genuinely unique experience
itanm2025,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pau and Dani, great guides, Eddy, Jorge, Adolfo, and Paco, great team. A very nice experience, I learned a lot and enjoyed
Fun!
272salmav,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My experience on the Balandra tour with Captain Jorge, sailor Edi, guide Daniel and Pao, photographer Adolf and second capital Joel, was amazing all super attentive and friendly, of the best experiences, 100% recommended.
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