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Aerial shot of tourists swimming with whale sharks
Tourists sit on boat and wait to leave
Whale shark near the surface
Aerial view of snorkeler and whale shark at the surface

Swimming with Whale Sharks

By Sunrider Tours
9.2 out of 10
Features
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Overview
  • The only one company with special 33' catamarans.
  • Responsible swimm. small groups of 5 to swimm
  • Botled water, sodas and snacks available
  • Certified guide
  • Comfortable experience, shaded seats area

Activity location

    • La Paz Gulf
    • La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sunrider Tours
    • Lerdo de Tejada
    • 23000, La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided swimming with whale sharks tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedFull snorkeling gear
  • What's includedWhat's includedNeoprene wet suit or life jacket
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive tour commentary provided in English or Spanish
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and beverages not listed as inclusions
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedRoundtrip transportation to and from your hotel
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSouvenir photos
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities

Know before you book

  • You must be at least 8 years of age to participate in the activity on your own. Children 7 and younger can participate but not to perform the whale shark swim.
  • You must have good circulation and healthy, unblocked breathing.
  • If you are prone to motion sickness, please take any necessary precautions. Consult a medical professional before taking any medication.
  • If you are pregnant, you should not take part.
  • You must be able to swim on your own.
  • At least 4 people are required for this activity to take place.
  • You must make your own way to the meeting point. Meet at Sunrider Tours office located at Álvaro Obregón 1775, Centro, La Paz.
  • Check-in is 30 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.

What you can expect

From the Marina of the city of La Paz your exploration will begin to swim with the largest fish in the world! From here we will board our catamaran where you will meet your expert guide who will give you the safety instructions and make sure you carry the necessary equipment for this adventure. We will set sail from our dock taking a fixed course towards the whale shark refuge, where you can carry out the activity according to the provisions indicated by the authority and according to the norm for the protection of this species.

From the beginning of October and until April 15 we have available swimming and diving with these giants of the sea.

The boat that you will board is a 33” catamaran, made with green technology and suitable for wheelchairs, it has comfortable seats, sun and shade areas, full bathroom, fresh water shower, easy access to the sea and above all with staff trained and certified to carry out this activity safely and sustainably. It is also ideal for children 7 years and older, so you and your family or friends will live together an unbeatable and unique experience that you can only do in very few parts of the planet.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
  • Vehicles and venues kept vacant between travelers
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
  • Personal protective equipment worn by staff
  • Temperature checks given to staff
  • Temperature checks available
  • Hand sanitizer provided
  • Individually wrapped food options available
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Location

Activity location

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    • La Paz Gulf
    • La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESunrider Tours
    • Lerdo de Tejada
    • 23000, La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico