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- Spanish
The crew that takes you out is a fishing family of these waters — their family lived on Espíritu Santo itself. They don't read the island off a script; they grew up on it.
Round-trip hotel transportation, certified marine biologist guides, and ceviche made on board with the morning's catch.
This is the Gulf of California, the sea Jacques Cousteau called the world's aquarium.
Sea lion swimming is regulated to protect the colony: in-water encounters run September through May. From June to August, during their breeding season, we observe the colony from the boat and add extra reef snorkeling time, when visibility is at its best.
We close the day at Balandra. Access is limited by the protected-area authority, so this is a 25-minute stop at Mexico's most photographed beach — time for the view and your photos, not a swim. Balandra deserves its own day, and we run one.
Wildlife is wild — dolphins, whales, mobula rays and sea turtles appear often, but no sighting can ever be guaranteed.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If your accommodation is in downtown area, we can pick you up, please contact us to confirm your pickup
at our office with the sea lion logo outside
Itinerary
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1San Rafaelito Island
Sea Lion Sighting Snorkeling with Sea Lions (NOT available from June to August)
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Isla Espiritu Santo
Coral Reef Snorkeling
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Isla Espiritu Santo
Swimming and sunbathe in Paradise beaches have Lunch: Fish Ceviche and Ham and Cheese Sandwiches , Bottles of Water and Soft Drinks
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Balandra Beach
Stop by the iconic Balandra beach, take some photos, swim and snorkel
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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