Scuba Diving in La Paz: Sea Lions, Wrecks & Reefs

Two dives, sea lions and a shipwreck in one morning

Scuba diving in La Paz with a small group of certified divers, departing at 9 am for a one-and-a-half-hour sail to sea lion colonies, wrecks and reefs. Two dives, a beach lunch with local food, and return by mid-afternoon. The operator matches divers by experience level and keeps groups small to avoid crowded sites.

The experience

The boat leaves La Paz at 9 am and sails for roughly ninety minutes to reach the dive sites. You'll descend twice during the day: the timing and location of the second dive depends on conditions and what the first one reveals. Sea lions are the draw here: you'll encounter colonies of them underwater, and if the season aligns, their pups. Beyond that, the reefs and wrecks routinely turn up sea turtles, mobulas, schools of fish, octopuses and nudibranchs. Sharks, dolphins, diving cormorants and giant manta rays show up less often, but the operator knows where to look.

Between dives or after both are done, the boat stops at one of La Paz's beaches for lunch. The meal is local and fresh, with shade, drinks and bottled water provided. You're back in La Paz by 3 or 4 pm. The operator works only with certified divers and keeps group sizes small, no crowded descents, because they want the experience to feel authentic rather than rushed. If you're not certified, a Discover Scuba Diving course is available at an additional cost.

What’s included

• Two dives at sea lion colonies, wrecks and reefs.
• lunch on a beach with local fresh food.
• bottled water and snacks.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to4h before

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Mexico Travel Adventure

Is this one for you?You're a certified diver comfortable operating your own equipment. Small groups and matched experience levels mean you won't be slowed down or rushed, and the operator's knowledge of where sea lions congregate and wrecks lie makes the difference between a routine reef dive and something you'll describe to other divers.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of marine life will I actually see when diving in La Paz?

Sea lions are the signature encounter. You'll dive with colonies and often see their pups. Sea turtles, mobulas, schools of fish, octopuses and nudibranchs appear regularly. Sharks, dolphins, diving cormorants and giant manta rays are less common but possible depending on the season and location.

Do I need to bring my own diving equipment or is it included?

Equipment rental is not included in this dive, so you'll need to bring your own SCUBA gear or arrange a rental separately before booking.

What time does the diving start and when will I be back?

The boat departs La Paz at 9 am and returns between 3 and 4 pm, making it a full morning and early afternoon on the water.

Is this dive suitable if I'm not a certified diver?

This dive is for certified divers only. If you're not certified, the operator offers a Discover Scuba Diving course at an additional cost, which qualifies you to dive.

How big are the groups on these dives?

Groups stay small by design: the operator avoids crowded dives so each diver gets an authentic, unhurried experience matched to their skill level.