Overview
Our gray whale tour offers a pioneering blend of scientific outreach and personalised adventure. Designed for travellers seeking more than just whale watching, this exclusive experience is led by our team of expert marine biologists who accompany you every step of the way. From January to March, you’ll witness the majestic gray whales up close in Bahía Almejas, a prime sanctuary known for intimate whale encounters. What sets this tour apart is the depth of learning: through engaging talks and real-time interpretation, you’ll gain a profound understanding of gray whale behaviours, migration patterns, and the vital importance of conservation efforts. With small group sizes, customised service, and a focus on education and respect for wildlife, this experience transforms your journey into an unforgettable celebration of nature, knowledge, and connection.
See them in the wild
What you will be doing
We will depart to Puerto Chale making a short stop to enjoy a regional breakfast. Once we arrive at the dock in Puerto Chale, we will embark on the adventure of looking for the encounter with the gray whale.
You can observe a large number of individuals - and if we are lucky, we can see babies and many types of behaviours from these beautiful creatures. Our marine biologist guide will share with you the most up-to-date information about them during the 3 hour tour
We return to La Paz to ensure they arrive in the most comfortable way possible to your lodging.
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: La Paz, BCS, Mexico
🗺️ Instructions: We will pick you up from your hotel/AirBnb.
Things to know
Accessibility:
Pregnancy friendly
Infant friendly
Children friendly
Fitness requirement
Any fitness level
Tour Language
English
Spanish
License requirement
None
Additional information:
This tour will have a maximum of 8 travellers
Infants must sit on laps
Inclusion ✅
Lunch
Water
Private transportation
Marine biologist
Photography
Exclusion ❌
Gratuities
About your host
Baja Sur ToursWe are a local tour company that, first and foremost, is committed to protecting the environment we all cherish. We offer marine/snorkel tours as well as land tours. Our specialities are Gray Whale and Humpback Whale watching tours as well as snorkelling with Sea Lions and Whale Sharks -- and while we always have a great time, we pride ourselves on our experience and professionalism. Let us give you one of the best experiences of your life!
For every trip booked, Kodama Travel donates £1 to Just One Tree to restore our forests and the ocean.