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Whale Shark Refuge Waters

La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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All levels

Shallow water snorkeling with feeding whale sharks in La Paz.

Boat Access
4m Avg Depth
5m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is located in the La Paz bay, renowned as a prime area for whale shark feeding. Access to this location is restricted to licensed boats and crews, ensuring responsible wildlife viewing practices. Snorkeling is permitted here, offering a unique opportunity to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. The experience focuses on observing the whalesharks during feeding season.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Poor
Landscape Quality Poor
Water Visibility Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Whale shark

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Extremely shallow site (5m max) primarily for snorkeling.

Hazards:
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Current Strength:

Mild

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 30.0°C

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