Isla Espíritu Santo and Balandra Beach Tour with Sea Lion Colony
Overview
Discover Paradise : Adventure in Isla Espiritu Santo
Escape to a sanctuary of turquoise waters, stunning rock formations and magical encounters with marine life. Isla Espiritu Santo, a World Heritage Site, is waiting for you to treat yourself to the best day of your vacation in La Paz.
Dance underwater with sea lions!
Experience the unparalleled thrill of swimming alongside the sea lion colony. They are curious, playful and will make your snorkeling an anecdote for a lifetime.
Snorkeling on glass reefs
Immerse yourself in coral gardens filled with multicolored fish. We provide you with complete equipment and certified guide.
Total relaxation on virgin beaches ️
We disembark in one of the most beautiful bays of the island to enjoy 2 hours of sun and white sand. In addition, we close with a golden snap with a strategic stop at the iconic Playa Balandra.
Oceanfront Banquet
Important: Not available: Sea lion snorkeling (June-August) by mating.
What's Included
- Snorkeling in Island Reefs
- Stay at Paya Balandra (20 min)
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Swimming in sea lion colony
- Food and Drinks (Water and Refreshment)
- 2 Beers per person
- Emblematic Zones of the Island
- Bays and Rock Formations Tour
- Ground transportation
- Sea lion snorkeling (June-August) by mating.
Meeting Location
Calle 5 de mayo
18 de Marzo Lote esquima, Zona Comercial, 23000 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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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-129286P50
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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.
- Snorkeling in Island Reefs.
- Stay at Paya Balandra (20 min).
- Snorkeling Equipment.
- Swimming in sea lion colony.
- Food and Drinks (Water and Refreshment).
- 2 Beers per person.
- Emblematic Zones of the Island.
- Bays and Rock Formations Tour.
- Ground transportation.
- Sea lion snorkeling (June-August) by mating.
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 Isla Espíritu Santo and Balandra Beach Tour with Sea Lion Colony is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Isla Espíritu Santo and Balandra Beach Tour with Sea Lion Colony 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
- Snorkeling in Island Reefs
- Stay at Paya Balandra (20 min)
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Swimming in sea lion colony
- Food and Drinks (Water and Refreshment)
- 2 Beers per person
- Emblematic Zones of the Island
- Bays and Rock Formations Tour
- Ground transportation
- Sea lion snorkeling (June-August) by mating.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
