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.

“Our tour was nothing short of spectacular! Between the dreamlike beauty of the Sea of Cortez, the strikingly unique cacti, and the crystal clear waters, this experience was a full sensory delight. The food and drinks? Great and satisfying—just what you need during the adventure.…”

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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

“Long day and it was a bumpy ride but the beach was worth it. Wish I got to spend more time at La Paz but overall, guide was cool.”

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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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4.La Paz, Balandra and Todos Santos from CABO and San Jose

Discover Baja California Sur with this full-day tour from Cabo, visiting Balandra Beach, La Paz, and Todos Santos for stunning landscapes and cultural charm.

★ 4.5

“Great tour with great guide named Ed. Beware of sea life at Balandra. Jelly fish do sting here that you can not see. Great way to visit special towns with knowledgeable guide.”

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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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7.From Los Cabos: City Tour La Paz, Balandra and Todos Santos

Explore La Paz, Balandra, and Todos Santos on a full-day tour from Los Cabos, featuring stunning beaches, scenic walks, and charming towns—great value for the price.

★ 4.5

“excelente nuestro guía Manuel super super recomendable. puntual.paciente atento. excelente la unidad ya está vieja. brinca mucho y rota del cielo.”

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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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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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12.Private Tour to Playa Balandra, La Paz and Todos Santos

Discover La Paz, Balandra Beach, and Todos Santos on this private day tour from Los Cabos, offering scenic stops, local shopping, and personalized service.

“Balandra beach was a must see! Ricardo was awesome! very easy going and flexible especially with my 81 year old Mother. Had a great day with my family.”

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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

“Guide was awesome, Mario was able to bring the proper mood to the group after some misalignment regarding time schedule. Experience is a must, fish tacos were the perfect closure”

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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

“This is a LONG day, be prepared. Depending on when you are picked up/dropped off, you may add up to an hour on either side. The pickup/drop off was a little confusing for me. I submitted my pickup, but the morning of, was called by…”

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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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