PRIVATE ISLAND SNORKEL ADVENTURE

Mazatlán, Sin., México

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Onca Explorations
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40 reviews
Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 20
PRIVATE ISLAND SNORKEL ADVENTURE
Mazatlán, Sin., México

Onca Explorations
  • Email address verified
40 reviews

Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 20

About this trip

Capture the very essence of the bay of Mazatlan on this marine adventure to be enjoyed by all! Great scenery, wonderful wildlife, friendly guides and the best snorkeling around makes this the perfect way to experience the bay of Mazatlan and its majestic islands.


If you wish to discover the side of Mazatlan that only few people know, in private, with your friends and family, at your time and far from crowds: this is the perfect option for you! Get to know the stories of the port, incredible landscapes and practice snorkel in unique spots.

Highlights


  • The best snorkeling experience in Mazatlan! 
  • Insight into marine environment and possible encounters with marine life such as dolphins, sea lions and sea turtles.  
  • Cruise through all of Mazatlan’s famous islands: Venados, Pájaros and Lobos, to practice snorkel in the best reef locations!
  • Small groups and personal attention by our highly qualified crew allow for a fun interpretation about sea life as well as the Bay of Mazatlan ́s marine environment and natural history. 
  • With your participation you are supporting important marine life research and conservation programs. 

What to bring?


  • Bathing suit
  • Rash guard or lycra shirt
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunblock (waterproof)
  • Dry bag (recommended)
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes (recommended)
  • Cash to buy souvenirs. It’s hip to tip!
  • Lots of energy!
  • Good attitude!

Restrictions

· The minimum age to ride this tour is 4 years old. 

· The price of this tours includes up to six passengers, with possibilities to add 4 more extra pax for a maximum capacity of 10. 

· We have 3 different boats with maximum capacities of 10, 8 and 7 persons. The boat we use will depend on your group size, with our smallest boat carrying up to 7 persons. However, minimum operational price includes up to 6 persons.

· If you are travelling with a group bigger than 10 persons, this ecotour can be arranged to fit your needs aboard a comfortable CATAMARAN or YACHT. 

· For safety reasons this tour is not recommended for expecting mothers or persons with heart conditions, neck and/or back problems.

What’s included

  • The experience
    4-hour expedition
  • Transportation
    Transportation from your hotel to the marina and vice versa
  • Expert guides
    Highly qualified & bilingual expedition leaders and naturalist guide
  • Lecture on conservation
    Lecture on island ecology and conservation in Mexico
  • Equipment
    Guided snorkeling sessions with basic equipment
  • Hiking
    Optional hike to the top of Venados Island
  • Beberages & lunch
    Bottled water, soft drinks and sandwich

What’s not included

  • Tips for guides
    Tips for captains & guides (custom is about 10% of fare paid)

Available Packages

PRIVATE EXPEDITION (1 TO 6 PAX)

 Price per a maximun of 6 participants in the expedition. 

$650
EXTRA PERSON (7 - 10)

Price per person in PRIVATE EXPEDITION, maximun capacity: 10 pax. 

$50
Private for 2 persons only

Price per couple on private excursion. 

$550


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Onca Explorations
40 reviews
Our ecotours and expeditions are specially designed to enhance your connection with nature and to inspire you to love and protect our living planet. Our one of a kind travel experiences combine elements of exploration, science, experiential learning and cultural exchange, with sustainable tourism activities, for you to witness and experience profound connections with wildlife. While we explore, we learn, we educate, and we document to promote awareness about the value and threats to biodiversity.

Reviews

We booked a private tour to the Chara Pinta Reserve, which was a splurge for us, but worth every penny! Having an opportunity to enjoy the Sierra Madre Occidental pine-oak habitat, see numerous endemic birds, and be invited for lunch in a local home was a truly special experience. Ciro from ONCA spoke excellent English (and was subjected to my sketchy Spanish), and was very knowledgeable about numerous naturalist topics. I am glad to know that the cost of this trip helps fund ONCA's mission as well as the El Palmito community. I hope that both ONCA and the community of El Palmito are successful in gaining a national protection designation for this special area. Touring the area is the best way to support it: if eco-tourism creates a greater financial gain than extractive land uses, these threatened species can be protected even as the ejido community is supported. Tip: I found WhatsApp vs. email to be the best way to reach out with any questions before booking. If I find myself in Mazatlan again, I will absolutely book another ONCA experience.
By Paula R for TUFTED JAY PRESERVE | BIRDWATCHING & HIKING on Apr 15, 2024
We absolutely loved our marine safari! Ciro was a wonderful guide and we were able to swim with turtles and saw several dolphins, a manta ray, and marlins. It was a great experience and we would definitely do it again!
By Kaisha T for MARINE SAFARI on Apr 08, 2024
We had a wonderful experience with the crew and other visitors! My sister was here in Mazatlan and wanted Whale watching trip and we were all thrilled by all the whales, dolphins, and turtles we saw! Highly recommend it! Thank you for an enlightening day!
By Barbara for WHALE WATCHING ADVENTURE IN MAZATLAN | @ONCAEXPLORA on Feb 26, 2024
1000% would recommend! Must do while in Mazatlan, TOP experience with ONCA and Ciro. Nothing on land compares.
By YHT B for BALLENAS EN MAZATLÁN CON ONCA EXPLORACIONES on Feb 17, 2024
We had a WONDERFUL time on this tour and learned so much! Ciro was a great guide and very knowledgeable. We got some really great views of whales and saw and heard some cool things. The staff seemed to really know how to find good whales to see. Highly recommend!
By Liam E for WHALE WATCHING ADVENTURE IN MAZATLAN | @ONCAEXPLORA on Jan 28, 2024
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