Swim with Whale Shark from La Paz
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
The whale shark is categorically not a shark, it is a fish, the largest fish in the world, which travels the waters of the world and arrives in this area of the Pacific at the end of September or beginning of October, with mid-October and late April being the months with the highest probability of being spotted.
It is a 100% harmless animal and the guide will be the one who monitors the location and gives instructions so that the experience is as safe and satisfactory as possible for both visitors and this species.
You will be able to get off the boat and come into direct contact with this beautiful species, living one of the best experiences in life!
Additional Info
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
This tour is best appreciated after October 20th
In case of bad weather, it will be rescheduled to the nearest date.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
12:00 PM - Departure by boat in search of the Whale Shark, approximately 1 hour out to sea. Swim with Whale Shark (approximately 2 hours of swimming with Whale Shark) Return to meeting point or you can continue on your own." NOTE: This tour is available starting October 20th, reserve your spot now, don't miss out on this unique experience. Remember that the travel times are approximate and may vary depending on the weather, port authority (SEMAR) and external factors beyond our control.
What‘s Included
Fresh fruit
Bottled water
fresh ceviche
All Fees and Taxes
Use of Snorkelling equipment
tips
Options
Whale Shark - Malecon
snacks: Includes : water, soft drinks, cookies, veggies
You may bring your own snacks and beverages (non-alcoholic)
Wetsuit: Wetsuit not included, rental cost $150
Meeting point : Fiscal dock of the sea wall of La Paz
Swim with Whale Shark from La Paz
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Whale Shark
Wander698566,,Mar 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome event … truly amazing creatures and well organized . Our tour guides were thorough and very helpful with the event . Well worth the trip
Mislabeled descriptions
Adam A,,Jan 9, 2023
- Review from Viator
2.00My low review is based on very bad customer service on the part of the tour company organizers. Initially this tour included a visit to spirit island, and we booked this tour because of that. Upon getting there we learned we wernt going. The process of asking for refund or some compromise due to this was tiresome and just didn't feel adequate. Other reviews before me share similiar suprise at the mislabeled description of what tour entailed. That being said, the whale sharks are lovely, and the staff on the boat great. Just overall I felt upset with how the entire process of communicating the error was handled. On values, I wouldent recommend this company, find a different one to book your tour.
Amazing Experience
4jaimiec,,Jan 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain and Fatima made the experience incredible! Amazing experience! Tour lasts approximately 4 hours. Whale sharks do not stay in one place, be prepared to swim along with them!
Great Swim with Whale Sharks
Justtravlr,,Dec 28, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are super happy, we swam up-close to the whale shark and watched it in a small group of 4. Brandon was very helpful and took some great videos of this giant with our GoPro. Beware that they might change your time of departure, because the amount of people and boats in the area is restricted for shark protection. We didn't mind to go out later. Also I guess the description of going to the island and having a ceviche lunch is not very accurate, since it didn't happen. However, we were happy to go back without it. Also, this company is very responsive on Whatsapp, which was very helpful. The season for Whale Sharks in La Paz is October - May
Good Day, But Not All It's Promised
Brandy C,,Dec 26, 2022
- Review from Viator
4.00Double check all the details and then check them again. Overall it was a wonderful time! Fascinating to see these huge creatures up close. Our time slot was changed the morning of due to the regulatory group that works to protect the whale sharks. It was a bit confusing to find our tour operator at the meeting point. It was a bit of a shuffle and hurry up and wait until we were on the boat. Then we had a few additional pick up spots, so at least a hour or two before we even started heading for the reserve. We were in the last time slot of the day to see the sharks. The snorkel equipment, guides and boat were great. We would do this again given the opportunity. I was able to get some amazing video in spite of other swimmers swimming over the top of me and getting hit and bruised by them in the water. It was a great day in the end and most people had the opportunity to be in the water 3 times with the whale sharks. But the tour advertisement was misleading, there was no ceviche on a beach or island. We were offered drinks or fruit and candy.
Cruise ship visitors BEWARE - they don't respect schedules and wasted my port-of-call
M1859YCjamest,,Dec 26, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Operator tried to bump us out too late to return to ship, then tried to stiff me after changing time
Excellent value for money trip! Recommended
Dakota L,,Sep 15, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I didn't encounter a whale shark because of the season, but seeing dolphins and sea lions was worth the trip. The snorkelling experience was great, the water was very clear, the scenery was fantastic, you saw lots of different kinds of fish, the experience of a lifetime! The guides are highly skilled swimmers and speak good English.
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