Join us for a magical day, where youll experience the most magical adventures of Cabo San Lucas: swimming with the biggest creature of the ocean and playing with the curious sea lions at the sea lions colony. YOU WILL HAVE A PERSONAL GUIDE FROM PICK UP TO DROP OFF. We are generally able to provide pick-ups from most locations around Cabo San Lucas, the Corridor between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, and on the way to La Paz through Pescadero and Todos Santos.There is a ground transportation surcharge for pickups in Los Barriles, La Ribera and La Ventana for groups of less than five persons. This is a volunteer organization with NO PAID personal. Large and spacious sailing catamaranFull galley-kitchenInside air conditioningFull array of safety equipmentPowered snorkel boats with stainless ladders, Portable seats, layout cushions, and pillowsComfortable indoor and outdoor seating and lay-out areas2 complete bathrooms with showersSwim steps and stainless ladder for easy access to waterInside/Outside bluetooth speaker system fom music. After that, well take a short boat ride to the areas where these magnificent animals are found. If it does not open on time we will provide cruise alternatives or a refund. Protected by the shallow, Plankton-rich water of La Paz Bay, they allow us to watch them in their full glory. A sailing cruise of approximately 4.5 to 5 hours includes savory chef-prepared meals, a skilled and educated crew, and typically a marine biologist as snorkel leader, along with certified whale shark guide(s). Truly a trip one should book and experience. Come play, explore, or just sit back and take it all in!
They are prepared on board in various ways, along with multiple side dishes. This is a full tour including pickup from your hotel in Los Cabos and transportation to La Paz. 2. Weather was perfect and saw a few sharks.such an adrenaline rush.A check off of our bucket list. We provide the PREMIER whale shark tour of its kind! These gentle giants meet in large numbers to feed in the plankton-rich waters of Bahia de La Paz.
Shape up; its gonna be a long day, packed with great adventures and memorable sites. These small creatures attract the oceans biggest sea creatures the whale sharks, who love to feast on Plankton and Krill. I had been in touch with them prior to Hurricane Odile, and even afterwards they were still fast to communicate with me and even let me know the dates my hotel was opening! Be Safe with a personal, high qualified PADI instructor. Everything is included: snorkel gear, wet suits, kayaks, and paddleboards, along with an assist boat for getting up close to sea life in its natural environment. Whale sharks in Cabo are slow-moving, filter-feeding carpet sharks found in tropical and warm-temperate seas. 4 Max 8 people. Whale sharks don't come near the cities of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, but this doesn't mean you can't swim with them when staying in Cabo. THE BEST UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL ENCOUNTER WITH THE WORLDS BIGGEST SHARK! Our professional and highly specialised crew will bring you snorkelling, swimming, diving, free diving SAFELY without the cage with Silky Sharks, Blue Sharks, Mako Sharks, Smooth Hammerheads, Whale Sharks, Mantas, schools of Mobula Rays, Striped Marlin, Whales, Dolphins and other big marine animals. The bay of La Paz offers one of the most exciting experiences and the biggest draw Baja California has to offer: swimming with whale sharks in their natural habitat.
The whale sharks found in Baja are typically considered teenagers, about 20-30 years old, and 25-30 feet long. Amazing! At the sea lion colony, you can go diving or snorkeling. I will be back in Cabo and I will do this againno doubt!! Also included throughout the day are snacks, chips, salsas, guacamole, soft drinks, beer, bottled water, ice, and an OPEN BAR. This is the next level of safe sharks interactions and marine filming support. The boats are small and everything on board gets wet! Gray, Humpback, Blue, Sperm, Fin, Pilot, Brydes whales, and Killer Whales all roam the oceans of the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean.
MAGDALENA BAY STRIPED MARLIN MIGRATION: THE MEXICAN SERENGETILive the best oceanic experience ever, swim with marlins and bait balls during the biggest striped marlin migration of the animal world, with 100 ft visibility! It was quite an experience. Technically, you can go into any of them, park and walk to the dock, but it is quicker to go back to the first entry area and double back, park in front of the Marine Waterfront Hotel, and walk straight through their complex to Captains Marina Bar. We provide one or more snorkel boats, bottled water, beer, sodas, an open bar, private bathrooms, freshwater showers, laundered towels, and all the equipment needed including wetsuits. $('aside > div').append(''); They are the largest extant fish species and, when fully grown, can weigh well over 20,000 pounds and reach lengths easily exceeding 30 feet. In 1995, an underwater national park was formed by the Mexican government at the request of the fishing families of the tiny village of Cabo Pulmo. Looking for Something unique? Some things to consider if you are interested in this tour are: 1. Dont forget to keep an eye out for dolphins, rays, whales, and other exciting sea life! No one does it like we do for anything close to our prices. Baja Charters provides quality chef-prepared meals on board with an open bar, served by a skilled and educated crew. 07:00 am Departure from Cabo San Lucas: We offer the most personal and intimate tours in Los Cabos and Baja California Sur. Snorkel gear, flotation vests, dive boats, beach towels, layout mattresses, cushions and pillows, are all included. There are few experiences in the world that match cruising alongside the largest fish in the oceanespecially when that fish is a shark! Thanks so much to our great guides Martin and Miguel!!! Volunteer marine biologists, divers, surfers, kayakers, paddle board enthusiasts and ocean lovers of every type, participate in these projects. On our trip we saw 2 Makos and a beautiful Blue Shark, literally having them swim within a couple feet of our faces.
This area is famously known as the Worlds Aquarium, dubbed so by the famous oceanographer Jacque Cousteau. In addition to hands-on clean up, RNAM, provides marine science educational instruction in schools throughout Baja Sur. Private Diving and Snorkeling tours in the Marine Protected Area of Cabo San Lucas, with hundreds species of fish and corals, sea turtles, mobulas and fascinating big rock formations. There youll board our boat, put on your life vests, be given a complimentary water bottle, and finally, set out on your scuba divingadventure! We got in and two hours later we saw a whale shark, Arturo let us know that he never had waited so much to find one, but that it was the end of the whale shark season. Led by the regions finest tour guides and outfitted with the finest equipment and amenities, our reputable tour is an absolute must for fans of whale shark diving and anyone wanting to see the oceans largest fish up close and personal. Boat Take the first turn across the green bicycle lane in the middle of the road. Our tour stretches from Cabo to La Paz and starts on land, where youll get an intimate introduction to the Baja landscape on your way to the water. Check out all our amazing tours and exclusive expeditions, we are based in Cabo San Lucas, join DIVING and SWIMMING WITH SHARKS with the best shark diving company in Cabo San Lucas. We will accept bookings via email and phone for earlier dates, but only with your understanding of the situation. https://www.cabo-adventures.com/en/tour/whale-shark-encounter, Round trip transportation in an air-conditioned van from Los Cabos to La Paz (approximately 2 hours each way), Previous snorkeling experience recommended, Per maritime regulations, life jackets must be worn at all times, Guests with respiratory problems, limited mobility, neck or back problems, and expectant mothers may not participate, We check weather and sea conditions every morning. Normally, your driver will stop at the mythological Hotel California, made famous by the Eagles popular song of the same name, after which you will be returned to your pick-up location. Tour Duration: Proceed straight towards the bay. A once in a lifetime experience, one that youll tell your grandchildren about. Snorkeling with Whale Sharks and a dive with the Sea Lions $300. Get on board were going snorkeling with whales sharks! It is directly across from the Dock 5 gate. La Paz Whale Shark season starts in October and continues until the last day of April, so this trip operates in these months only. We connect the passion for ocean adventure with the purpose of marine conservation to create lasting change. La Paz Whale Shark Snorkel Tour AMAZING!!!!!. The tour itself was so much fun, my husband and I both loved our guides. The whale shark snorkel tour was so INCREDIBLE!!!!!!! Groups range from a minimum of 2 people to a maximum of 10-12 guests. As they move slowly and docilely nearby, it may be difficult to resist this urge, but its important to do our part in keeping their numbers from declining. Even non-divers would enjoy the great views of the unique fish and marine animals. Hope to be back soon! Whale sharks are the largest fish in the sea, reaching lengths of 40 feet (12 meters) or more, and whale sharks have an enormous menu from which to choose. The part where he most came in handy was swimming and catching up with the whale shark because we couldnt keep up, (me and my 8 year old daughter) so wed jump in the water check out the shark and go back on the boat to swim with the shark again. All our tours are suitable for everyone and don't require diving certification.
A marine biologist is typically on board as hostess and snorkel leader. A Baja Whale Shark excursion includes transportation from the Cabo areas to La Paz and back. The trips are a half-day in length, leaving from Cabo San Lucas early in the morning, driving 1 hour 30 mins up the peninsula towards La Paz Bay, a unique sheltered bay, and a place where the whale sharks are known to arrive annually to feed. If you are going to wear sunscreen I highly suggest getting some reef friendly, biodegradable or ocean friendly sunscreen since you will be in the water with animals and some of the chemicals in most sunscreens can be harmful to marine life. Topography shows a drop off in the Mogote changing the depth from 6-10 feet in the shallows to a quick drop of 22-33 feet. My wife and I are not "thrill seekers". We are featured on DISCOVERY CHANNEL, diving magazines and tv shows, we proudly offer the WORLD BEST DIVING AND SNORKELING WITH MAKO SHARKS, SMOOTH HAMMERHEADS AND BLUE SHARKS. Fruits and vegetables are purchased fresh each day, as are chicken and beef. Since whale sharks are friendly creatures that swim close to shore, La Paz bay offers a great opportunity to watch and even swim next to them. Depending on a number of factors, guests may be requested to meet ground transport in a central location. Highly recommend!! The parking is free in front of the hotel and at the south end of the marina. The tour consisted of us meeting at the dive shop early in the morning, driving to La Paz, taking a boat to the shark feeding area followed by lunch and transport home. Swimming with whale sharks is a bucket list item for many.
Monday to Sunday from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. While it is legal to swim with them as they feed, strict rules are enforced.Whale sharks grow to 40 feet and longer. They scoop these tiny plants and animals up, along with any small fish that happen to be around, with their colossal gaping mouths while swimming close to the waters surface. The currents caused by this shelf in the ocean floor results in the common ocean phenomenon called plankton blooms, which are large concentrations of phytoplankton, microscopic plants that float in the upper, sunlit layers of the water.The Whale Shark is indeed a shark, but dont worry, it doesnt want to eat you or me. Prefer to drive yourself? Were definitely doing this again next time were in Cabo! Baja Charters is a contributing partner to the Leave No Trace association, and actively promotes its outdoor ethics programs. Reef-friendly sunscreen, bottled water, beer, sodas, and a variety of snacks are all provided, along with private bathrooms, fresh towels, and private showers. Although Whale Sharks are large in stature, they are harmless, they have no teeth and they eat microscopic plankton and feed filtering water while gulping. Whale shark snorkeling may be the focal point of this incredible tour, but its far from the only exciting activity youll get to take part in. Swim with Sharks: Cabo Shark Dive - Snorkeling Tour. NOTE:Tour not recommended for women that may be pregnant.
A whale shark tour that allows you to be up close to one of these majestic animals is an experience you will remember for the rest of your life. Keep going and turn left at 5 February. For more questions about whale shark tours in Cabo, feel free to contact us! And it's popular for a reason. There are whale sharks almost year round, but the highest concentration of individuals is between November and April. Since then, no fishing or anchoring has been allowed. Highly recommended! Enjoy an outstanding ALL-INCLUSIVE cruise, on a large and spacious sailing catamaran, and snorkel with the largest fish in the world! Give us a call! (It takes less than a minute.) Once approved into the whale shark swimming area, it takes from fifteen minutes to an hour, and sometimes longer, to find these wonderful creatures.
All the parking around the marina is safe and well protected. Enjoy the spectacle of your life with these amazing creatures with the help of our professional bilingual guides. Charter our most popular yacht! Despite their enormous mouths and thousands of teeth whale sharks pose no risk to humans. Our amazing Team consists of Marine Biologists, professional underwater photographers, PADI certified diving instructors and dive masters, professional sharks handlers and sharks behavioural experts with more than 16 YEARS of experience working in the shark diving industry with premiere sharks species worldwide. We went to Cabo to relax and enjoy the resort we stayed at. Jacopo and his crew are absolute professionals, the entire process felt incredibly safe, and overall we had a blast. Captains Marina Bar, is a Baja Charters facility where we meet with guests before boarding.
Commonly known as the Gulf of California, the Sea of Cortez stretches 700 miles, although the gentle giants are known to only feed near the middle of the spit of land that extends out in front of La Paz, known as the Mogote. Home > Diving Trips > Whale Sharks In La Paz. The whale shark feeding zone has been taken over by CONANP, Mexicos National Park System. This tour is not allowed for guest who are pregnant or those with heart, back and/or neck problems. If you prefer to drive directly to our sailing catamaran, there is plenty of safe parking in Marina Palmira. Our whale shark snorkeling excursion in La Pazis sure to be an unforgettable experience for you, and we are sure it has exactly what you are looking for. 5. Returning guests receive a 10% discount. We provide WORLD CLASS shark diving and Snorkelling tours and expeditions from start to finish with the world's most prestigious shark species and with the most amazing marine creatures of Baja California Sur. The 2022-2023 season may open on time, however in an abundance of caution, we are not taking online bookings until after 21 October. Since Conanp, the National Park Service, took control of the whale shark feeding zone, the area has been late in opening, and then closed early twice. They were the most amazing creatures to observe and it was a complete thrill! At one point my husband was not able to see the whale sharks because they kept swimming away or there were other people from our group in the way, so the guides pulled him in the water separate from the group to make sure he was able to get a good look. We provide ALL INCLUSIVE cruising to remote coves and beaches in the Gulf of California, known outside the US as the Sea of Cortez. Such a special and unique experience. 3. In addition to the fee Baja Charters pays to the National Park for every guest who visits with us, we also make a donation to the Cabo Pulmo Welcome Center for reef preservation for each of our customers. Around 10 hours, Transportation They are known to be deep divers, but every year they feed right along the surface in the Bay of La Paz. Few safety and communication instructions and we dive into the water. The crew was experienced, informative and entertaining! The day before our tour they even saw dolphins. Pick-up time is approximately 6:00 AM. Consider booking the self-drive tour. Cell: 52 1 624 3589875, Snorkel with the biggest fish in the ocean, Explore other regions of the Baja California, Great for all the family including non-divers, Dive in small groups with a PADI certified Divemaster or instructor, October 1st through April 30th at 5:45 am, please check with us if tour available. When booking a tour with Cabo Trek, you have the guarantee of purchasing an, in Cabo San Lucas, unmatched quality tour!
Wear your bathing suit under your clothes. Much more so than the Cabo area. Boasting a ton of space to hang out, both indoors and outdoors, Baja Cat, let's you breathe! Plus with an average swimming speed of about 3 mph combined with the fact that they are already accustomed to swimming alongside humans these animals are very docile creatures. You will never forget! Environmental education. Join us, for the Experience of a Lifetime.
Scuba diving and snorkeling in the wild and pristine coral reef of Cabo Pulmo, the world's best Marine Reserve and UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. You are now on Alvaro Obregon, the road along the bay, which in about a mile will run parallel to the beach and bay. Each month, RNAM coordinates, directs, and participates in cleaning beaches, reefs, sea lion colonies, and mangroves. DIVE SHOP LOCATION: TOLL-FREE calls from the US:+1 844 373 3931Office:(+52) 624 143 6242Mobile:(+52) 624 174 3160Whatsapp: Click to Start a Conversation. After a briefing aboutwhale sharks, you will be outfitted with snorkeling equipment, and amarine biologisttrained in whale shark conservation willguide your trip as we set out in search of the sharks in the Bay. After the captains orientation, your hostess and snorkel leader, usually a marine biologist, will share valuable information on the Sea of Cortez and pertinent details pertaining to whale shark snorkeling. (It is illegal to use our kayaks, paddle boards, or scuba equipment with whale sharks.). It took only 10 minutes for first shark to come close to boat! Email: info@cabosharkdive.com Phone: Dave:+52 624 151 7166Jacopo: +52 624 155 8246, Copyright 2021 Cabo Shark Dive - All Rights Reserved, Swim with Sharks: Cabo Shark Dive - Snorkeling Tour. Such great customer service. While in the shop, well process your payment or revise your reservation, allow you time to shop around our storefront for souvenirs and read up on some of the educational activities youll be partaking in that day. Five-star rated we are NOT a typical tour company. Its located on a beautiful bay by the sea of Cortez, about 2 hours drive from Cabo San Lucas. The bay is globally known for its rich pelagic habitat, home to over 800 marine species. 199 USD Children Like a whale, they are filter feeders, straining tiny food like krill or plankton through about ten filtering pads that cover the entrance of their throats. As we all know, the fishing doesn't get any better than Baja. Each tour is a maximum of 8 people per tour, so theres no fussing for shade, legroom, or a better view. Baja Charters provides PREMIER Private Charters, and the top-rated Shared Tours in our area. Upon arriving at La Paz, well get ready with the snorkeling and diving gear and take a 10 minutes boat ride to the site. They weight more than 20 tons and normally have a lifespan of more than 100 years. This section is specifically dedicated to film crews, media projects and professional underwater photographers / videographers. No one under the influence of alcohol or drugs is allowed on the tour. At this point, the road has just divided into four lanes. The normal time to drive from the greater Cabo area to La Paz is about two hours, including a stop on the way over in Pescadero for coffee, restroom break, etc. Aboard a Cabo Trek whale watching tour, you can see a variety of whales. OUTSIDE OF MEXICO: Live one of the most exiting encounter between people and nature: snorkeling, free diving with the whale shark, the largest fish in the world, in the bay of La Paz.FULL SNORKELING GEAR AND PROFESSIONAL UNDERWATER PHOTOS INCLUDEDWhale shark season 15 October - 30 April, Snorkeling and free dive with the massive schools of Mobula rays, the world biggest rays aggregation, as seen on National Geographic, mind blowing! I will say that once we spotted a shark, and were about to get in the water my wife was terrified. The season for whale sharks in La Paz normally runs from October through April. As if swimming with whale sharks and sea lions is not enough, this trip offers you a great opportunity to spot other big fishes like Manta rays. When you reach La Paz, continue on the main road. Whale Shark Season in Cabo ends on April30th. Join us for exploration and adventure on our open ocean safari. With Cabo Trek, you will not have to put your hands in your pocket for hidden costs, nor will there be last-minute surprises! You will receive an email the day prior to your departure, to confirm a more precise pick-up time for the next day. LocatedBaja Charters owns and operates Captains Sunset Bar, which is located at the Marine Waterfront Hotel, directly on the water at Dock 5, Marina Palmira, La Paz.Captains is where we meet just prior to departing on a private charter or shared excursion activity. When the first whale sharks are spotted, guests will board one of our companion tour boats, in order to get up close and personal with these large and magnificent creatures. By joining us for one of our research trips, participants can interact with the whale sharks in their natural habitat, learn about the scientific research being undertaken, contribute to the conservation of these majestic sharks and have a great time doing it. Boarding ladders allow access to and from the water. I cant wait to go out with them someday soon. Your snorkel leader will typically enter the water first to assist guests as needed.
If you are thinking about this trip, do it! This is a full tull including pickup from your hotel in Los Cabos and transportation to La Paz. After your Whale Shark encounter, on the return trip from La Paz, we stop at the Hotel California (of the Eagles Mythology), for restroom access, drinks, and brief shopping. Well start with snorkeling with one of natures greatest, the whale sharks, and then head to the sea lion colony. They journey to the Sea of Cortez from November to March. We will meet in ouroffice and storefront 15 minutes before the time of your tour. Baja Whale Shark in Cabo and La Paz, provides an outstanding ALL INCLUSIVE yacht cruise, on a catamaran day trip, to snorkel with the largest fish in the world, the whale sharks in La Paz. Starting from the 1st of October till the 31st of March. What are you waiting for? It is something that I definitely want to do and plan on doing again!!! is a non-profit, conservation and educational program focused on the restoration of reefs and mangroves in the Sea of Cortez. We saw dolphins and humpbacks on the car ride to La Paz which was also very cool! Highlight of our Cabo trip!This is a MUST-DO activity in Cabo!
Baja Charters provides resources and direct experiential interaction for teachers and professors supporting environmental instruction and hosts an annual all day private charter for the top-performing 25 educators in this area.
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