Aerial view of an Espiritu Santo Island bay in the Sea of Cortez, La Paz

Local tour operator in La Paz, Baja California Sur

Espiritu Santo Island and La Paz Tours with Diamante Tours

We are a local tour operator based in La Paz, Mexico. Five boats of our own, certified bilingual guides and daily departures to Espiritu Santo Island, Balandra, Los Islotes and La Paz bay. Book directly on WhatsApp.

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Experiences

Our tours in La Paz and the Sea of Cortez

Every experience has its own page with itinerary, duration, season, what's included and what to bring. Prices are quoted on WhatsApp based on season, boat and group size.

Approximately 6 hoursYear-round

Espiritu Santo Island Tour

Snorkeling, untouched beaches and sea lions in season — the signature La Paz day trip.

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About 2 hoursNovember to April (subject to regulation)

Whale shark tour

November to April in the regulated zone of La Paz bay — 2 to 3 water entries.

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Part of the Espiritu Santo Island tour (about 6 hours)Subject to season and Los Islotes regulations

Swim with sea lions

Los Islotes, inside the Espiritu Santo Island tour. Swimming subject to season and rules.

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Depends on the option bookedYear-round

Balandra boat tour

La Paz's most famous beach seen from the water, combined with Espiritu Santo or in private.

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Agreed with youYear-round

Private boat tours

The whole boat for your group, with a custom route and schedule.

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8 hoursYear-round

Yacht rental: La Nena

8-hour private charter for up to 12 guests with food, drinks, paddleboard and kayak.

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8 hoursYear-round, species vary by season

Sport fishing

8-hour private charter in the Sea of Cortez with tackle and permits included.

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Espiritu Santo Island tour specialists

Espiritu Santo Island is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a protected natural area with no hotels or public docks — the only way in is by boat. Our standard day trip runs about 6 hours, leaves the La Paz dock at 11:00 a.m. and includes snorkeling, a photo stop at Balandra and the Mushroom Rock, beach time and fresh food on board.

Duration:About 6 hours
Schedule:Departs 11:00 a.m. · returns around 5:00 p.m.
Departure:Dock in La Paz (exact spot confirmed when you book)
Season:Year-round

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Whale shark tour in La Paz

From November to April, inside La Paz bay, in a refuge zone regulated by SEMARNAT and CONANP. The trip lasts about 2 hours and includes 2 to 3 water entries of 5 to 6 minutes with a certified guide.

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Swim with sea lions at Los Islotes

The Los Islotes sea lion colony is visited inside the Espiritu Santo Island tour. In-water interaction depends on the season and current environmental rules: when it is restricted, the colony is watched from the boat and snorkeling moves to nearby reefs.

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Balandra from the water

Balandra and its mushroom-shaped rock are seen as a scenic stop on the Espiritu Santo Island tour, or on a custom private charter around La Paz bay.

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Why book with us

Local operation, our own boats, clear rules

Five boats of our own

Equipped fleet with onboard restrooms, padded seating, new engines and deep cleaning before every departure.

Maritime and environmental compliance

We operate under Mexican Harbor Master requirements and the environmental rules that apply to protected natural areas.

Certified bilingual guides

Service in English and Spanish, a safety briefing on every departure and a guide with you in the water.

Sea of Cortez know-how

We adapt the route to the day's sea conditions to pick the safest bays with the best visibility.

5+: Years of experience
5000+: Travelers hosted
6: Boats of our own

Photos from our tours

Real photographs taken on our departures in La Paz, Baja California Sur.

Sea lion swimming in the clear waters of the Sea of Cortez

Balandra beach with El Hongo rock in La Paz

Diamante Tours boat inside a sea cave in the Sea of Cortez

La Nena yacht cruising the turquoise water of La Paz

Aerial view of Balandra and Espiritu Santo Island from the plane

Travelers jumping with sandboards on the La Paz dunes

Gray whale breaching off the Baja California Sur coast

Humpback whale near the Cabo San Lucas Arch

Sport fishing rods aboard a boat in La Paz

About us

Diamante Tours & Souvenirs, a La Paz tour agency

We are a local agency in La Paz, Baja California Sur, focused on marine experiences in the Sea of Cortez: Espiritu Santo Island, Los Islotes, Balandra, whale shark snorkeling in season, sport fishing and private boat or yacht charters.

Our team is made up of local captains and guides. Every departure includes a safety briefing, life jackets and a sea-condition check beforehand.

Meet the team

Diamante Tours crew with travelers in La Paz

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Frequently asked questions about our La Paz tours

What is Diamante Tours & Souvenirs?

A local tour agency based in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico, specialising in Sea of Cortez marine experiences: Espiritu Santo Island, Los Islotes, Balandra, whale shark snorkeling in season, sport fishing, private charters and yacht rental.

Where do the tours depart from?

Boat tours leave from a dock in La Paz. The meeting point is the Diamante Tours office on the Malecón (Paseo Álvaro Obregón) and the exact departure dock is confirmed by WhatsApp when you book.

How do I book a tour?

Book on WhatsApp at +52 612 149 2212 with the tour, your approximate date and group size. We reply with availability, price and the departure point.

Do you serve international travelers?

Yes. We have certified bilingual guides and serve guests in English and Spanish.

Are prices published?

No. Price depends on season, boat and group size, so every tour is quoted individually on WhatsApp.

How are Espiritu Santo Island, Los Islotes and Balandra related?

Los Islotes is the islet off the north end of Espiritu Santo Island where the sea lion colony lives, and Balandra is a beach in La Paz bay on the way to the island. All three are covered inside the Espiritu Santo Island tour.