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title: La Paz World Class Snorkeling in Balandras Hidden Beaches
lang: en
type: tour
city: Los Cabos
country: Mexico
price: 199
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.91
reviews: 699
duration_minutes: 480
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Balandra by catamaran
rank_in_category: 20 of 65 (Snorkeling Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-08
data_updated: 2026-10-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/la-paz-world-class-snorkeling-in-balandras-hidden-beaches/
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# La Paz World Class Snorkeling in Balandras Hidden Beaches

**Guidekin's take:** Travel to La Paz and board a catamaran at Pichilingue for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking at Balandra. Air-conditioned transport, equipment, breakfast, food and an open bar are included, but the National Park entrance fee is extra. 4.91 from 699 reviews at €199 per person for 8h.

In our comparison: #20 of 65 in Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

After a scenic coastal journey to the former capital of the Baja, La Paz, board your luxury French Catamaran in the port of Pichilingue. Enjoy a light breakfast onboard as you take a gentle cruise to one of the top ten beaches in the world - Balandra. Home to unique rock formations, and an abundance of birdlife, this is your location for an unforgettable day. Swim or snorkel in the warm, crystal blue waters, searching for starfish and tropical sea life. Kayak in the bay and explore the coves and hidden bays. Swim to a secluded white sandy beach and relax as the professional and friendly crew prepare a delicious lunch onboard. Accompanied by ice-cold refreshments from the open bar, chill out on deck and soak up the sun as you head back to port for your journey back to 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: Light breakfast served on board

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €199 per person
- Duration: 8h
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 699 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Cabo Adventures
- 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

4.91 from 699 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 684 of 699.

- 5 stars: 665 (95%)
- 4 stars: 19 (3%)
- 3 stars: 6 (1%)
- 2 stars: 4 (1%)
- 1 star: 5 (1%)

## What's included

- Kayaks
- Unlimited open bar including beer, spirits, sodas and water
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Local style burritos, homemade guacamole, pasta salad, cold meats and cheeses
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Light breakfast served on board

## Not included

- Towels
- National Park entrance fee

## 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
2. **La Paz** (pass by, no stop) - Drive through the former capital to reach the port location of Pichilingue.
3. **Playa Pichilingue** (10m; admission included) - 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: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- 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

- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Just on a quick note, there is a 20usd national park fee paid per person at check in
- The scenic drive to La Paz is around 2 hours once leaving Cabo San Lucas
- Vegetarian options available
- You shall be picked up before the tour start time. Click on the tour operator button on your booking to confirm pick up time and location
- Expectant mothers may not participate
- Expectant mothers are not permitted

## Compared with other Snorkeling Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #20 of 65** | €199 | 8h | 4.91 (699) | shared |
| [Cabo San Lucas Arch and Lovers Beach Kayak Tour plus Snorkeling](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-san-lucas-arch-and-lovers-beach-kayak-tour-plus-snorkeling/?format=md) | €82 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (1067) | shared |
| [Los Cabos 2 Bays Kayak & Snorkel at Santa Maria & Chileno Bay](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/los-cabos-2-bays-kayak-snorkel-at-santa-maria-chileno-bay/?format=md) | €91 | 2h | 4.98 (678) | shared |
| [Cabo San Lucas Paddle Board & Snorkel Adventure to the Arch](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-san-lucas-paddle-board-snorkel-adventure-to-the-arch/?format=md) | €91 | 2h | 4.98 (367) | shared |

Ranked #20 of 65 in Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €41 to €590, median €99; typical length 3h. 22 of 65 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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