Cabo San Lucas

15 Best La Paz & Balandra Day Trips

The La Paz days: Balandra’s knee-deep turquoise bay, the malecon and, in season, whale shark swims. The bay is the screensaver Baja never has to fake.

1.La Paz World class Snorkeling in Balandras Hidden Beaches

Experience world-class snorkeling at Balandra in La Paz on a luxurious catamaran. Includes kayaking, a Mexican lunch, open bar, and stunning scenery.

“This is an ALL DAY activity. Our pickup was @ 7:25 am & we were dropped back at our resort just after 6pm. It’s a LONG day but worth it for the beautiful scenery! The whole tour was seamless from start to finish. Communication during…”

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2.Day Trip to La Paz & Balandra Beach from Cabo San Lucas

Discover La Paz and Balandra Beach from Cabo San Lucas on a full-day guided trip. Visit villages, explore the Malecón, and enjoy pristine beaches with local flavor.

★ 4.5

“The Day Trip to La Paz from Cabo San Lucas was a great escape. We had a lot of time to take pictures and soak in the atmospheres. One of the quick stops we did was at Coromuel Beach. This place was so beautiful, the…”

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3.Balandra Beach & City Tour La Paz & Todo Santos hotel California

Discover the stunning beaches, charming towns, and cultural highlights of Baja California on this full-day tour from Cabo San Lucas, ideal for those seeking authentic experiences beyond the usual.

★ 4.0

“Spectacular Balandra Beach... Coromuel Beach in La Paz... The Malacon (boardwalk along the Sea of Cortez) in La Paz, shopping in La Paz (yes, I bought a pearl rung), a beautiful church with gorgeous glass-stained windows and lovely religiRead more”

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5.Whale-Shark Snorkeling Excursion to La Paz

Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks near La Paz on this guided 9-hour tour from Cabo San Lucas, including boat, gear, and lunch.

★ 5.0

“Amazing once in a lifetime experience! Loads of whale sharks, rays, and whales! The guides were incredible and provided great conversation, education and awareness of marine life! Sooo highly recommend Cabo Trek!”

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6.From Cabo/San José del Cabo: La Paz, Balandra & Todos Santos

Discover Baja California Sur with a full-day tour to Balandra, La Paz, and Todos Santos. Enjoy stunning beaches, cultural sights, and authentic local flavor.

★ 4.6

“A very long day. started at 345am and not back until 645pm. I think I would have preferred a better snorkel beach visit. Maybe make Balandra longer and cut out the second beach? Lunch was great, tour guide was great as well. We were the…”

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8.Private Tour to Balandra, La Paz and Todo Santos

Discover Baja with this private tour to Balandra Beach, La Paz, and Todos Santos. Experience stunning vistas, authentic culture, and personalized service in a full-day adventure.

“David, our tour guide, was fabulous. He was flexible and friendly. He provided a wonderful amount of history and overview of each location we were going. The day exceeded all of our expectations.”

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9.Private experience from Los Cabos to La Paz: (Balandra)

Explore Baja California Sur with this private day trip from Los Cabos to La Paz, Balandra Beach, and Todos Santos, guided by local experts for authentic experiences.

★ 4.8

“Really enjoyed our day with Eduardo! Was attentive, and shared wonderful places with us. We will definitely be reaching out again for more adventures when we return!”

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10.Full-Day La Paz Private Tour from Los Cabos

Discover La Paz on a private full-day tour from Los Cabos, including stops at Todos Santos or Cerritos Beach, with flexible itineraries and expert guides.

★ 4.5

“Jorge was an excellent and generous tour guide. Knowledgeable of the history and most importantly knowledgeable of the best places to eat along the way of our tour to La Paz and Todos Santos (both beautiful and worth seeing btw). Thank you Jorge and vaio…”

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11.La Paz Tour, Historical City, Beach, Colonial and Beautiful scenery on the way!

Discover La Paz’s stunning beaches, colonial charm, and scenic drives with a full-day tour from Cabo San Lucas, led by knowledgeable guides for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“We had a great time on this tour. Vicente was a great tour guide and shared a wealth of information with us. He was attentive, a very good driver and sensitive to our needs. We enjoyed visiting the mining ghost towns, visiting LA Paz and…”

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13.From Cabo: Snorkel with Whale Sharks in La Paz

Discover the thrill of swimming with whale sharks in La Paz on a full-day tour from Cabo, including snorkeling, a Baja taco lunch, and scenic boat rides.

★ 4.8

“This was by far the best excursion that I have taken on any trip - from start to finish, the Cabo Adventure team made this trip feel smooth, safe, organized, and exciting. Charly was an excellent driver and made sure we made it from Cabo…”

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14.Balandra, La Paz and Todos Santos

Discover the beauty of Balandra Beach, La Paz, and Todos Santos with a full-day tour that combines stunning scenery, cultural insights, and authentic Baja experiences for $125.

★ 4.5

“The guide & driver were great. The bus is not configured very well. 50% of the view is the seat back in front of you.”

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15.La Paz Paradise: Balandra & beyond

Discover La Paz's stunning beaches, turquoise bays, and cultural sights on this full-day tour including boat rides, a pearl farm visit, and a quick stop at Hotel California.

★ 4.0

“Amazing tour and Uriel was a fantastic guide. Food stops were delicious. The scenery and town were awesome. Made some new friend on the tour also. Highly recommend this tour! We will book this again when we return.”

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