Balandra Bay Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch and Drinks
Overview
Enjoy snorkeling with sea lions and visiting Balandra, one of the most beautiful beaches in Mexico.
This region of the Sea of Cortez is a UNESCO World Heritage site and has been declared a Protected Natural Area for its majestic beauty and rich marine biodiversity.
In this adventure, we will snorkel in the largest colony of Californian sea lions in the region, and you'll have the opportunity to swim alongside them.
Afterward, we'll disembark at Balandra beach, where you can savor a refreshing lunch and beverages. Here, you can explore the bay with a walk, do more snorkeling, swim, or simply relax and unwind.
What's Included
- Lunch Fresh ceviche and cold cut baguettes, along with chips, cookies, and fresh fruit.
- Beverages will include soft drinks, bottled water, and two beers per adult.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Restroom on board
- Expert guide
- Tips for the crew
- Park Fee
- Dock Fee (Cash Only)
Meeting Location
Recinto Portuario No. 110 Local 8
Col San Antonio el Zacatal, Marina Asipona, El Conchalito, 23090 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Sea of Cortez
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San Rafaelito Island
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Balandra Beach
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum numbers apply (6 adults) There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Bring warm clothes during winter season (Dic to Apr)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-26054P20
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Fresh ceviche and cold cut baguettes, along with chips, cookies, and fresh fruit.
- Beverages will include soft drinks, bottled water, and two beers per adult.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Restroom on board.
- Expert guide.
- Tips for the crew.
- Park Fee.
- Dock Fee (Cash Only).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Balandra Bay Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch and Drinks is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Balandra Bay Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch and Drinks will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchFresh ceviche and cold cut baguettes, along with chips, cookies, and fresh fruit.
- Beverages will include soft drinks, bottled water, and two beers per adult.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Restroom on board
- Expert guide
- Tips for the crew
- Park Fee
- Dock Fee (Cash Only)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum numbers apply (6 adults) There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Bring warm clothes during winter season (Dic to Apr)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
