Private tour in La Paz Marie W

Responsible Whale Shark Experience — Private Tour in La Paz

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Marie W.

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I have been a professional licensed tour guide since 2017 with a degree in history and archaeology from France. I've alway been passionate about history, because we need to know the past to understand the present. I was born on the Atlantic coast, and since I was a kid, I was fascinated by the ocean. While I was living in the Mexican Caribbean coast, I started to scuba dive, and I discovered a new world, the underwater world. I totally fell in love with this new environment, so I decided to follow the course of dive master to finally be certified as dive master in 2021. At that time I also started to study online  Oceanography with the iberoamerican University and in 2022 I did a course of scientific diver with The latin american society of scientific diving to learn about coral restauration, and monitoring of marine organism. I think that is an emergency to preserve the marine ecosystems, so I decided to start a career as a marine biologist in La Paz. My goal is to have the tools to understand these amazing ecosystems and be able to share scientific information in a simple way.  Born in France, but now I have the feeling that I belong in Mexico, after ten years of living in this amazing country. I started to guide in 2004, after getting a certification as an equestrian guide, and I worked in many countries such as Peru, Argentina, and Spain. I fell in love with Mexico for its extraordinarily caring and friendly people, its huge biodiversity, and his amazing culture. Did you know that in Mexico they still speak about 68 different languages or dialects? I love sharing with fellow travelers my passion for nature, history, and traditions. I used to live in many different part of Mexico as the caribbean coast, or San Miguel de Allende in Guanajuato state and I finally decided to settle here in La Paz for the real peace of the place, the beautiful sunsets, the incredible History and of course this unique marine ecosystems of highest productivity and biological diversity. Baja California Sur is a very unique place in the world, as the famous french biologist Jacques Cousteau used to say that it is the aquarium of the world. We have the opportunity during winter to enjoy watching at least three different species of whale coming for reproduction and education purposes. Baja California coast offers different  seasonal wildlife, such as whale watching and whale shark swimming during the winter, then, in the spring we have the migration of Mobula and sometimes some killer whales and the summer sharks migration as the emblematic hammerhead . So I would love to show you the area with the dual perspective of an historian and scientist to make you love this place as much as I do with a valuable information. Baja California Sur has so much to offer, it is a right balance between culture and nature, with a lot of museums, charming towns, national parks, beautiful marine land and desertical landscapes with oasis. This place also has a rich history from the prehistoric times to now, with rock paintings and other artifacts dating as far back as 10, 000 years ago that attest the human presence in most regions of the Baja Peninsula. Do you know that the first name of la Paz used to be Santa Cruz ? Founded in 1535, the main Hernan Cortes founded a little colony by the bay as he named it Santa Cruz. But the place was abandoned a few years later, for the resistance of the native inhabitants and rediscovered again in 1596 when they were given its final name, La Paz. I would love to take you around the city and surroundings, showing the best spots full of amazing landscapes, architecture, and history. My goal is to provide private tours as a tailor-made service, giving a fun and pertinent information to enjoy a unique experience during your stay in Baja California Sur. Feel free to contact me if you have any doubts, and I will be happy to help you to plan the most amazing trip. Licensed to guide throughout Mexico # N010965 NOM-08 (2018) Licensed as adventure tour guide specialized in hiking and rappelling #E001843 NOM-09 (2017) Degree in History and Archaeology (2001) Certification of Equestrian Guide (2004) Divemaster SSI pro: 101329 (2021) Free diving certification level II: id 752032T6731903413696-MX (2022) Mexican license of sailor: 1106786 (2018) License of Scientific Diver by FMAS, number 000355 (2022) Course return to work with "New Normal". (2020) Driving License # SA-9579 (2021) I have no restrictions

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Overview of your La Paz tour

Immerse yourself in a unique experience swimming with the world’s largest fish in the Sea of Cortez. This seasonal adventure runs from late October to mid-April and depends on the presence of whale sharks in the protected area. The activity is strictly regulated by CONANP: tours only operate when at least seven sharks are present, and each boat may accompany just one animal at a time. Marine biologists monitor conditions weekly to ensure safe and respectful encounters. The tour departs from the municipal pier and includes registration with the maritime authorities before navigating to the feeding zone. Once there, we search for a whale shark and enter the water in small groups (maximum five guests per guide). Swimming alongside a whale shark inspires respect and admiration — a chance to connect with the grandeur of the ocean in one of the world’s most responsible destinations for interacting with this species.

Your La Paz tour itinerary

Itinerary & Logistics The exact meeting time is confirmed the day before the tour, as it depends on the official whale shark swimming schedule and the turn assigned by CONANP. The system assigns one of four daily time slots (8:00, 11:00, 1:00, or 3:00) and the schedule is finalized at approximately 3:00 PM the previous day. If our boat receives the first turn (8:00 AM), the itinerary is as follows: 7:30 AM — Meeting at the Municipal Pier (Muelle Fiscal) 8:00 AM — Registration at the CONANP Checkpoint 8:30 AM — Navigation to the Authorized Whale Shark Zone & Start of the Activity We begin searching for a whale shark and enter the water in small groups, following all regulations. 11:00 AM — Exit from the Authorized Area & Return Navigation End of the whale shark swimming activity. Note: The schedule may vary depending on the assigned time slot and environmental conditions, always prioritizing safety and wildlife protection.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Boat

The boat is 21 feet long, perfect for 4 people This boat doest not have bathroom on board.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Equipment: wetsuits, snorkel gear, lifejackets
Meeting location

220 Paseo Álvaro Obregón, La Paz, Baja California Sur, 23000, Mexico

Muelle fiscal

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Tour categories
Bird Watching
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Tour reference number
1446521
Languages
English
French
Spanish
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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This private tour in La Paz is perfect for those who are passionate about marine life and want to experience swimming with whale sharks in a responsible and environmentally conscious way. It's also ideal for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for small groups of up to four people who want a personalized experience guided by a knowledgeable expert.

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