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Whale sharks and sea lions snorkeling plus Balandra beach lunch

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Whale sharks and sea lions snorkeling plus Balandra beach lunch is a water activity in Cabo rated 4.9/5 by 73 Viator travelers; from about $239 per person; lasts 6 hours.

About

This is a six-hour boat trip out of La Paz — not Cabo proper, so budget extra time for the drive north. You snorkel with whale sharks (seasonal, usually late fall through spring) and California sea lions, then break for lunch at Balandra, a shallow turquoise bay that photographs better than it sounds. The 4.9 rating across 73 reviews suggests guides handle the marine encounters well, and the price point, just under $240, lines up with other full-day La Paz excursions that include boat access and food. Whale shark season drives the calendar here; outside the window, operators typically swap in manta rays or stick to the sea lion colony. If you're traveling in summer or early fall, confirm what's actually in the water before booking. La Paz is about two hours from Cabo San Lucas, so this is an all-day commitment once you factor in the drive.

At a glance

Category: water
Duration: 6 hours
Price: $239
Minimum age: None
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Setting: outdoor
Booking partner: viator
Product ID: 48947P3

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