Swim with whale sharks in La Paz The bay of La Paz offers one of the most exciting experiences and the biggest draw Baja California has to offer: swimming with whale sharks in their natural habitat. Protected by the shallow, Plankton-rich water of La Paz Bay, they allow us to watch them in their full glory. The first thing you need to know about this trip is that it’s completely safe. Whale sharks are a classic case of “don’t judge a book by its cover”: they are actually gentle, docile, and slow-moving creatures who are not dangerous to humans, and It’s completely safe to swim next to them. Moreover, you’ll be guided by one of Manta’s PADI professionals and obviously, all safety precautions will be taken. The trip does not end with the La Paz Whale Sharks; we will continue to the Sea Lion colony to watch the Brown California Sea Lions. The Sea Lions love to play and explore; their curious character burst once they see divers blowing bubbles or bright fins and snorkels. You can often find the pups pulling at your fins, eager to play, showing off, and turning circles around us. As if swimming with whale sharks and sea lions is not enough, this trip offers you a great opportunity to spot other big fishes like Manta rays. If we’re lucky, we can spot a pack of dolphins or even humpback whales. For the protection of the Sharks, the local regulations allow only snorkeling next to them. At the sea lion colony, you can go diving or snorkeling. This trip is perfect for everyone: lone explorers, couples and families, professionals, and first-time divers, all can enjoy the whale sharks la Paz experience. Even non-divers would enjoy the great views of the unique fish and marine animals. La Paz Whale Shark season starts in October and continues until the last day of April, so this trip operates in these months only.