Swim with sea lions in La Paz and experience one of Baja California Sur’s most exciting marine encounters. At Espíritu Santo Island, these playful and curious animals often approach swimmers, spinning and gliding effortlessly through crystal-clear waters.
This unforgettable adventure combines close wildlife interaction with stunning scenery—rocky reefs, hidden caves, and vibrant marine life all around you. It’s one of the top things to do in La Paz for ocean lovers and nature seekers.
Our tours focus on safe, responsible encounters, always respecting the sea lions and their environment. With expert guides sharing insights along the way, you’ll enjoy a fun, educational, and truly memorable experience.
Departure: Muelle Fiscal Docks - Location
Meeting Time: 8:30 AM
Duration: 6.5–7 hours
Your experience begins at the dock, where your boat, professional crew, and fully prepared equipment will be ready and waiting. Step onboard and let us take care of everything.
We’ll contact you the day before with the name of your boat and crew, so you’re all set for departure.
This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. If you are less than 4 participants, please contact us by email (info@lapazexplorer.com) or WhatsApp (+52 612 202 0257) in advance to confirm availability.
Cancellations made more than 7 days before the activity are eligible for a full refund minus card and processing fees (5%).
Cancellations made within 7 days and more than 24 hours before the tour start time result in the loss of the 20% deposit of the total reservation amount.
Cancellations made within 24 hours before the activity, as well as late arrivals and no-shows, including cases of illness, accidents, travel delays, personal emergencies, or any other circumstances beyond the participant’s control, are fully non-refundable. All payments made, including the full balance if already completed, will be retained. Failure to meet at the designated time and location is considered a no-show.
On shared tours, the confirmed booking is binding for the full number of participants reserved. Cancellations apply per participant, and payments are non-transferable between participants. Each activity requires a minimum operational number of participants, which varies depending on the activity and vessel type. If fewer participants show up than originally confirmed in the booking and the minimum operational requirement is not met, the operator reserves the right to cancel the activity. In such cases, no refunds, credits, or transfers will apply.
Operator-Initiated Cancellations: In the event that the activity must be canceled due to unforeseen circumstances such as adverse weather conditions, harbor closures, or vessel damage/mechanical failure, the full amount paid will be refunded or issued as credit. Credits, when issued, are valid for 1 year from the original activity date and are subject to availability.
Rent of wetsuit, mask, fins and snorkel
Lunch is usually fresh ceviche (shrimp and/or fish), but we make adaptations taking into consideration any food allergy or dietary restrictions you may have such as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free.
Admission to National Park and Protected Areas
Captain and guide
Please bring your own camera.
Kindly bring your own.
You’re welcome to bring your own, cooler available onboard.
Optional, and always appreciated for great service.
Location: Muelle Fiscal Docks
Date: Your tour date
Time: 8:30 AM
Please arrive at 8:30 AM for check-in and boarding. Once you pass the entrance, walk straight until the end and turn left, you’ll find the docks there.
Boat and Crew Name: Look for our boat and crew at the docks (names confirmed the day before the tour), you’ll easily recognize them by the La Paz Explorer logo on the boat and on our team’s uniforms.
If you’re coming by car: There are two parking lots nearby. You can also find street parking just outside the parking lots.
What to bring:
Swimsuit (already on)
Towel
Jacket (on windy days)
Camera
Reef-safe Sunscreen
Tips for the crew
(Optional, and always appreciated for great service.)
If you have any trouble finding us, you can contact us by phone or WhatsApp:
Call: +52 612 169 9582
Chat on WhatsApp: +52 612 202 0257
Meet your crew, check in, sign necessary waivers, and get fitted with snorkel gear. Board the boat and enjoy a scenic ride to the sea lion colony.
Brief description of the place and the sea lions. Swim at the sea lion colony for about 1 hour.
Relax and enjoy lunch while taking in the sun on a beach in Espiritu Santo Island.
Begin the boat ride back to La Paz, enjoying the scenic views, soaking in the beautiful views of the Sea of Cortez.
Arrival to Muelle Fiscal by 3:30 PM
We are often out running tours at different hours, so please contact us in advance to schedule an appointment.
C. Francisco I. Madero 3314, Zona Central, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico
