--- title: La Paz and Balandra Beach Catamaran Experience from Los Cabos lang: en type: tour city: Los Cabos country: Mexico price: 205 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.89 reviews: 111 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 19 of 44 (Boat Tours & El Arco) schedule_checked: 2026-10-08 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/la-paz-and-balandra-beach-catamaran-experience-from-los-cabos/ --- # La Paz and Balandra Beach Catamaran Experience from Los Cabos **Guidekin's take:** Explore Balandra Beach on a catamaran outing from Los Cabos to La Paz, with swimming, kayaking and snorkeling. Breakfast, lunch, an open bar, equipment and air-conditioned transport are included; park entry costs extra and snorkeling depends on weather. 4.89 from 111 reviews at €205 per person for 8h. In our comparison: #19 of 44 in Boat Tours & El Arco, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Escape the hustle of Los Cabos and discover the serene beauty of Baja California Sur on this full-day catamaran adventure to La Paz. Sail across the tranquil Sea of Cortez to the iconic Balandra Beach, where you can swim in crystal-clear waters, snorkel among vibrant marine life, and kayak along hidden shores. Enjoy on-board breakfast, lunch, and drinks as you soak up the sun and explore one of Mexico's most stunning natural settings. - Full-day catamaran trip to Balandra Beach from Los Cabos - Swim, snorkel, and kayak in the rich marine ecosystem - Enjoy a light breakfast and lunch with an open bar on board - Round-trip transportation included from Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 08:00: one departure a day - Food included: Lunch, Breakfast **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €205 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.89/5 from 111 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Boat Trips Club - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 08:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-08 ## Reviews 4.89 from 111 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 108 of 111. - 5 stars: 107 (96%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 2 (2%) ## What's included - Use of Snorkeling equipment - Kayaks - Unlimited open bar including beer, spirits, sodas and water - Lunch - Air-conditioned vehicle - Breakfast ## Not included - Admission Fee - National Park entrance fee $20.00 per person - Towels (bring your own) - Photos & souvenirs - Gratuities - Swimming with sealions is not permitted in June, July and August ## Itinerary 1. **Los Cabos** (pass by, no stop) - Once onboard the air-conditioned Cabo Adventures vehicle, take a scenic drive to the stunning city of La Paz. The route takes you along the Pacific coastline, where, during the winter, you may see giant humpback whales breaching and playing in the deep ocean Read more about -... 2. **La Paz** (pass by, no stop) - Drive through the former capital to reach the port location of Pichilingue. 3. **Playa Pichilingue** (10m) - On arrival at the port of Pichilingue, board your luxury French catamaran to begin your adventure. 4. **Balandra Beach** (4h) - Join us on a 2-hour coastal journey to the former capital of the Baja, La Paz. Meet your friendly local guides and cruise into the Sea of Cortes. Voted as one of the top ten most stunning beaches in the world, cruise on a luxurious catamaran to this famous location.... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Note: Snorkeling is subject to weather conditions. It will only be available if the weather is good. In case of bad weather, snorkeling may not be possible. ## Compared with other Boat Tours & El Arco | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #19 of 44** | €205 | 8h | 4.89 (111) | shared | | [Cabo San Lucas All-Inclusive Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-san-lucas-all-inclusive-private-catamaran-snorkeling-cruise/?format=md) | €1998 per group | 3h | 4.98 (222) | private | | [Lands End Luxury Sail and Snorkel Cruise in Cabo San Lucas](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/lands-end-luxury-sail-and-snorkel-cruise-in-cabo-san-lucas/?format=md) | €87 | 3h | 4.93 (842) | shared | | [Cabo San Lucas Private 38 ft Sailing Tour with Snorkeling](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-san-lucas-private-38-ft-sailing-tour-with-snorkeling/?format=md) | €637 per group | 3h | 4.97 (191) | private | Ranked #19 of 44 in Boat Tours & El Arco by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €14 to €273, median €72; typical length 3h. 10 of 44 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/boat-tours-los-cabos/?format=md ## More in Los Cabos - All Los Cabos tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/la-paz-and-balandra-beach-catamaran-experience-from-los-cabos/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/?format=md