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15 Espiritu Santo Tours Worth Booking Ahead

22 tours  ·  from $109 a head

The good espiritu santo tours fill up in high season and the small boats go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Adventure to Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkel with Sea Lions and Beach - Snorkeling With Sea Lions at Los Islotes
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Adventure to Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkel with Sea Lions and Beach

1.Adventure to Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkel with Sea Lions and Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 661 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $136Our pick

From La Paz, take a seven-hour boat trip to Espiritu Santo and Isla Partida with a marine guide and a group of no more than eight. Snorkel near sea lions when conditions allow, visit island wildlife and geological sites, and eat fresh ceviche or a requested vegan lunch on a sandy beach. Guides such as Lorenza, Omar, and Juan Carlos have led trips.

“The Sea Lions are great but it is a long boat ride to and from the Sea Lion rookery, about an hour and a half each way old more for stops. Only problem was the life jackets they require you to wear when snorkeling, very awkward.”

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Espiritu Santo Island Snorkel & Sea Lion Adventure - Ensenada Grande brings a welcome pause
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Espiritu Santo Island Snorkel & Sea Lion Adventure

2.Espiritu Santo Island Snorkel & Sea Lion Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 172 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $145

From Marina Asipona, a local guide and captain take you to sea lion colonies at Isla los Islotes, then to Ensenada Grande for lunch and time to swim, snorkel, or rest. Snorkel gear is included, with winter wetsuits provided. The boat carries up to 18 people, and the return route offers views of Balandra.

“This was the most amazing tour I have ever been on! Snorkeling with the sea lions was a dream. I only wish we could have snorkeled in the water a little longer (we spent about 15-20 mins out). We then went to the most beautiful beach to have lunch and relax. Tour guides really give you a sense of the history on different areas. Very welcoming people and kept it interesting. You might even see a humpback whale, dolphins, and sea turtles. We were lucky enough to and guides went over and beyond to give us an amazing experience. Also, don’t skimp out of tipping your guides based on their…”

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Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkeling Sea Lion Adventure - Snorkeling near Los Islotes
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Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkeling Sea Lion Adventure

3.Espiritu Santo Island: Snorkeling Sea Lion Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 167 reviews · 6 hours · from $133

Leave La Paz by shaded, cushioned-seat boat for Espíritu Santo and Los Islotes. Snorkel near sea lions when conditions and seasonal rules allow, then enjoy fresh ceviche on a beach. Marine biologist guides such as Mateo, Omar and Juan Carlos have led trips, sharing local wildlife, geology and history along the way.

“Beautiful excursion with a very kind, funny, and knowledgeable guide, Alejandro. Captain Cristian was nice as well and recommended some local activities for us. The whole trip was absolutely stunning. Spent about 6 hours total, met at 9am at the port then did snorkeling, wildlife (& sea lion) sight seeing, a yummy provided lunch, some swimming at Espiritu Santo, and one more wildlife stop. Unfortunately, we could not snorkel with the sea lions as it was mating season and they become territorial. But a wonderful must-do experience nonetheless. Thanks Alej & Cristian!”

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Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island - Balandra and the island’s bays
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Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island

4.Private Trip Espiritu Santo Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Set out from La Paz at 9 a.m. for a private, roughly seven-hour boat trip to Espíritu Santo Island. Visit La Lobera, where sea lion snorkeling is closed June through August, explore clear-water bays, and stop at Balandra Beach. Snorkel gear, wetsuits, lunch, ceviche, snacks, and drinks are included. Guides have included marine biologists Miguel, Dani, and Dahlia.

“There were four of us who attended this guided tour and we had the boat to ourselves. Miguel and Vic were great tour guides, showing us all that La Paz had to offer. The boat was clean, comfortable and safe. Miguel shared fun facts about the islands and the wild life. We went snorkeling with the sea lions, swam in a private bay, and hung out at the beach. So much to see and they showed us it all! 10/10 recommend and we will be coming back!”

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Espiritu Santo Island and sea lions - What guides add, and where expectations can vary
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Espiritu Santo Island and sea lions

5.Espiritu Santo Island and sea lions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $131

From La Paz, take a roughly six-hour boat trip into Espiritu Santo National Park to snorkel near a sea lion colony and explore island scenery. Snorkeling gear, lunch, snacks, water, and soda are included. Guides such as Christian, Edwin, and Magy have led trips, but assignments and wildlife sightings vary.

“Our guide was fantastic and is a marine biologist. The captain of the boat was very kind and had a wonderful singing voice. We not only swam with sea lions but saw a sea turtle and humpback whales. We were celebrating a 50th wedding anniversary and this team went above and beyond to make it special.”

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La Paz: Espiritu Santo Island Tour - Snorkeling at El Corralito
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La Paz: Espiritu Santo Island Tour

6.Espiritu Santo Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 43 reviews · 7 hours · from $128

From central La Paz, take a seven-hour boat trip to San Rafaelito, Espíritu Santo Island, and Balandra Beach. Snorkel with sea lions from September to May, swim among reef fish, and eat fresh fish ceviche. A bilingual guide leads the way; marine biologist Valeria and captain Chuy are among the crew members who have guided recent outings.

“Valeria è una guida biologa molto simpatica e attenta a tutti. Molto interessanti i suoi racconti sulla vita marina e la storia di Espiritu Santo.”

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Espiritu Santo Island Tour - Reef snorkeling off Espiritu Santo
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Espiritu Santo Island Tour

7.Espiritu Santo Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $131

Spend about seven hours on a La Paz boat tour to San Rafaelito and Espiritu Santo, with sea lion viewing, reef snorkeling, beach time, lunch, and a stop at Balandra. Snorkel with sea lions is unavailable June through August. A bilingual guide is included; past guides have included Alexis and Valeria, though your crew may differ.

“This adventure was great. I went with a 9 and 11 year old and they had a great time. The food was good and water was beautiful. The ponga boat was very packed though. More space would have been nice. We saw a few gray whales, common dolphin, sea lions and reefs with lots of fish. No whale sharks in February at the moment.”

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All-Inclusive catamaran Espiritu Santo Island Tour from Los Cabos - Breakfast, lunch and the value of the fare
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All-Inclusive catamaran Espiritu Santo Island Tour from Los Cabos

8.All-Inclusive catamaran Espiritu Santo Island Tour from Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $458

From a central Cabo pickup, ride by air-conditioned minivan to a spacious catamaran bound for Espiritu Santo Island. Breakfast, chef-prepared lunch, snacks and an open bar are included, along with snorkel gear, kayaks and paddleboards. A smaller boat carries you to shore for swimming, beach time and nature walks. The day lasts about 12 hours, with a maximum of 20 people.

“The gorgeous views…choices of activities to do…incredible service staff…John who cooked fresh meals for us & made our drinks…the boat itself…every bit of this day excursion is worth the cost!”

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Espiritu Santo Island Day Tour - The boat ride and wildlife along the way
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Espiritu Santo Island Day Tour

9.Espiritu Santo Island Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 29 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $170

Leave La Paz at 10:30 am for a six-to-seven-hour boat trip around protected Espiritu Santo Island. Expect coastal scenery, a beach stop, and a chance to swim and snorkel near a sea lion colony. Snorkeling time can be brief, and English ability varies by guide. Guide assignments are not specified; Paula was named on one past trip.

“When I signed up for this trip it was labeled as "snorkeling with sea lions day trip", not as "espiritu santo island day tour." It's very much the second and not the first. We snorkeled near a sea lion colony for about 15 minutes and that was it. It was barely enough time to get your bearings in the ocean. So don't take this tour if you want to do snorkel with sea lions. But it is an espiritu santo island say tour, you go all around the island and we did see some dolphins on our way back. There were 18 people on our boat, it was more than…”

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Espíritu Santo Island snorkel and sightseeing tour on Small Group - Espíritu Santo, the main event
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Espíritu Santo Island snorkel and sightseeing tour on Small Group

10.Espíritu Santo Island snorkel and sightseeing tour on Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $179

Spend about seven hours by boat from La Paz, with a brief photo stop in Balandra Bay and several hours around Espíritu Santo Island. Expect a bird sanctuary, a former pearl farm, beaches, a snorkel stop, and lunch on shore. The group is capped at 12, with snorkeling gear and the protected-area bracelet included.

“We had such a friendly, knowledgeable guide and captain! They took us to the best spots on the island to see the animals and history of the island as well as the perfect spots for snorkeling where the water was calm and not cloudy. We even got to snorkel up close to a group of sea lions! Lunch on the beach was a amazing! The set up was great… umbrellas for shade, chairs for all and a serving table. The food was delicious too! We’re still talking about how good it was! And they were extremely accommodating for the one vegetarian in our family. The location is easy to find…”

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La Paz: Boat ride to Espiritu Santo island and sloop - San Gabriel’s pearling past
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La Paz: Boat ride to Espiritu Santo island and sloop

11.Boat ride to Espiritu Santo island and sloop

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 20 reviews · from $109Best value

From La Paz’s Muelle Fiscal, a bilingual guide and captain lead a six-hour boat trip past Balandra and Espíritu Santo. Expect a photo stop at the Mushroom, a visit to historic San Gabriel, snorkeling, a sea-lion stop, and picnic time at Ensenada Grande. Ceviche, sandwiches, fruit, drinks, and snorkeling gear are included.

“Guides were very entertaining! The area is beautiful and the food was delicious!”

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Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling Picnic at Espiritu Santo Island - Lunch among the Espiritu Santo islands
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Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling Picnic at Espiritu Santo Island

12.Whale Shark & Sea Lion Snorkeling Picnic at Espiritu Santo Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $298

Set out from La Paz at 7:15 am for a nine-hour private-boat outing capped at eight people. Snorkel in the Bay of La Paz with whale sharks, visit the sea lion colony at La Lobera, and eat lunch in the Espiritu Santo Archipelago. Guides such as Diana and Chrissy share marine-life insights, and wetsuits, gear, food, drinks, and GoPro documentation are included.

“Julio, the boat captain, was knowledgeable and patient as he got us in and out of the specific sites and Diana was an amazing guide and interpreter. She clearly has a deep affection for sea lions and was able to describe the joy of life as well as the challenges that sea lions face mostly due to the bad behaviour of humans. It was more challenging to swim with the whale sharks, but again, Diana was patient in helping us fully enjoy the experience. I would totally take this tour again with Julio and Diana!”

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1 Day Espiritu Santo Island Wonders, Sea Lions and Paddleboard Adventure - Snorkeling in clear water
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1 Day Espiritu Santo Island Wonders, Sea Lions and Paddleboard Adventure

13.1 Day Espiritu Santo Island Wonders, Sea Lions and Paddleboard Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $249

Spend about seven hours exploring Espiritu Santo Island with a certified English-speaking guide and a group of no more than 12. The boat trip includes San Gabriel Bay’s frigate bird colony, snorkeling, a beach lunch and time on paddleboards or inflatable loungers. Gear, permits and tour photos are included.

“The best snorkeling experience I’ve ever had including snorkeling in Bali, the Caymen Islands and Belize. Great guides with their priority being your safety, the sea lions and sea life’s safety and sustainability. Lunch in the private beach was delicious and breathtaking. Can’t wait to go back.”

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Espíritu Santo Island: snorkel SEA LIONS and Balandra Small Group - Guides, explanations, and the English question
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Espíritu Santo Island: snorkel SEA LIONS and Balandra Small Group

14.Espíritu Santo Island: snorkel SEA LIONS and Balandra Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $131

From the La Paz waterfront, take a small-group boat toward Espíritu Santo Island and Balandra for sea lion snorkeling, coastal views, and possible dolphin or whale sightings. Guides such as Giovanni have shared island history and prepared ceviche on some trips. Ask for a wetsuit before departure, and allow extra time for the outing.

“Really happy to find last minute slot and see these magnificent animals. However because we were last minute, we (think we) were put on a very crowded panga with 18 people. The guides did a great job rotating groups, but a max of five snorkelers is allowed at a time. So time in the water was less than 30 minutes.”

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Private Tour to Isla Espiritu Santo and snorkel with sea lions - Ensenada and the chance of sea turtles
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Private Tour to Isla Espiritu Santo and snorkel with sea lions

15.Private Tour to Isla Espiritu Santo and snorkel with sea lions

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews

Set out from La Paz at 9:30 am on a private boat trip for up to five people. A captain and guide lead you past island landmarks and seabird habitat, with a chance to snorkel near California sea lions when seasonal rules allow. The day includes snorkeling gear, a beach stop with umbrellas and seats, and a varied lunch.

“100% recommended the experience!! The sailors are very nice and professional. The beaches and the sea... dreamy.Auto-translated”

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