Destinations
How to visit Balandra by private boat from La Paz
Balandra is the most recognizable landscape in Baja California Sur: very shallow water, turquoise tones and the famous Mushroom Rock. Driving there means access quotas, schedules and limited parking. Arriving by sea on a private boat from La Paz turns the visit into one stop inside a longer Sea of Cortez route.
Quick answer
To visit Balandra by private boat from La Paz you book a private eight-hour charter with a captain. The boat departs La Paz, cruises to Balandra and continues to other stops on the confirmed route, such as San Rafaelito or San Gabriel Bay on Espíritu Santo Island. With Avante Charters the experience is $16,000 MXN per boat and includes a captain, food, drinks, snorkeling gear and a paddle board.
Why arriving by sea is different
From the water you see the whole bay: the sand banks, the contrast with the desert mountains and colors that shift through the day. You don't depend on road access or finding a parking spot.
Balandra also stops being the only plan of the day. On a private boat you can combine it with other stops on the route and head back to La Paz unhurried.
- The bay seen from the water, not only from the shore.
- Combines with other Sea of Cortez stops the same day.
- Your own pace: the boat is never shared with another group.
What the day looks like
You depart from La Paz at a requested time, subject to availability, and cruise toward the stops that interest you most within the confirmed route, with time to swim, snorkel or use the paddle board.
On board you'll find shade, a restroom, tables, chairs, music, mats, snorkeling gear and a paddle board. Food is served along the way, unhurried.
What to bring
Just the basics for a full day at sea. Everything else is included.
- Biodegradable sunscreen.
- Hat and sunglasses.
- Towel and a change of clothes.
- Sandals or shoes that can get wet.
Rules and conditions
Balandra and the nearby natural areas are regulated. Destinations and itineraries are confirmed according to the selected experience, sea conditions, availability and applicable protected-area regulations.
If weather or sea conditions make the trip unsafe, you can reschedule or request a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Can you reach Balandra by private boat from La Paz?
Yes. Balandra is one of the destinations on the Avante Charters private eight-hour charter, within the confirmed route and subject to sea conditions and regulations.
How much does the Balandra private boat tour cost?
The private eight-hour experience is $16,000 MXN per boat, not per person, with a maximum of 7 guests.
How long is the visit to Balandra?
The full charter lasts 8 hours and includes Balandra along with other stops; time at each destination is shaped around your group.
