7-Day Scuba Diving Tour in La Paz: Sea Lions, Rays & Sardine Bait Balls

Craving your next big underwater adventure? Imagine diving into the “Aquarium of the World,” where curious sea lions swirl playfully around you, vibrant reefs teem with life, and shipwrecks whisper stories from the deep. In October 2026, join YAY Scuba for a thrilling week in La Paz, Mexico — a hidden gem on the Sea of Cortez that Jacques Cousteau once called the richest sea on Earth. Whether you’re chasing hammerheads, floating beside manta rays, or swapping dive stories over tacos and mezcal, this is more than a dive trip — it’s the kind of soul-stirring experience that keeps you diving for life. Come explore La Paz with us and discover why Baja belongs on your bucket list.

What to Expect:

Sea Lion Encounters: Dive with playful California sea lions at Los Islotes, where you can interact with these curious creatures in their natural habitat.
Vibrant Reefs and Shipwrecks: Explore colorful coral reefs, fascinating shipwrecks, and diverse marine life, including a variety of fish, rays, and sharks.
Expert Local Guides: The experienced dive guides will lead you to the best dive sites and share their knowledge of the marine ecosystem.
Comfortable Accommodations: Enjoy comfortable accommodations and delicious meals throughout your stay, aguachiles anyone?

Why Choose Our La Paz Dive Tour?

Small Group Tours: Personalized attention and intimate diving experiences.
Convenient Airport Transfers: Seamless travel experience from La Paz International Airport (service from Cabo is available for extra fee)
Unique Social Experiences: Connect with fellow divers and share unforgettable moments.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to dive into the heart of the Sea of Cortez. Book your spot today!

The Week

Day 1: Welcome to La Paz, Mexico

Arrive at either La Paz (LAP) or Los Cabos International (SJD) airports. If you choose LAP, there is a free airport transfer. If you choose SJD, we would suggest getting a rental vehicle to drive to La Paz, as it is more economical than shuttle to La Paz.
Transfer to Villa Carey.
Check in, relax, and join us on a tour around La Paz

Days 2-6: Scuba Diving

Enjoy daily breakfast at the hotel at 7 and then a free shuttle to the dive center at 7:30.
At 8 AM embark on two scuba dives each day, exploring diverse marine life and multiple shipwrecks.
Spend afternoons relaxing by the pool, jacuzzi, exploring the town, or enjoying the beach.
During the week we will enjoy some of the towns best restaurants, tacos anyone?

Day 7: Magdalena Bay (optional) or explore La Paz

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Magdalena bay to see Marlins and other large fish chase their meal of sardines. Remember to bring your snorkel gear!
Alternatively explore the town on your own.

Day 8: Departure

Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

The Diving

La Paz, a diver's paradise, offers a diverse range of underwater experiences. Encounter majestic whale sharks, playful sea lions, and diverse marine life, including vibrant coral reefs and fascinating shipwrecks. Whether you're a seasoned diver or a snorkeling enthusiast, La Paz has something for everyone. With its warm waters, stunning marine biodiversity, and unique dive sites, La Paz is a must-visit destination for any underwater adventurer.

Some of the best dive sites in the area are:

Los Islotes - One of the biggest sea lion colonies in the area can be found to the north of Espritu Santo Island. Two large rocky promontories featuring a natural arch create a fun game of hide-and-seek for extremely playful pups, keen to get involved in any diving or snorkeling activity. Also, expect to see large shoals of sardines, angelfish, and surgeonfish amongst the rocky coral reefs. This shallow site is great for snorkelers.

El Bajo - A group of three isolated seamounts 8 miles from Los Islotes, that attract a great number of pelagic species around steep walls, canyons, and drop-offs. This is a prime spot for catching a glimpse of large schools of fish and schooling hammerhead sharks, who have been known to gather here in hundreds. Resident species include moray eels, octopus, tuna, and schooling amberjack.

La Reina - One of the most beautiful sites in the area, this large reef is located just north of Isla Cerralvo at a depth of around 80 feet. Large gorgonians and brain coral dominate the landscape. Divers are also likely to encounter several resident manta rays.

Swanee Reef - An exciting dive site on the southern tip of Isla Espirito Santo, featuring huge coral heads, gorgonians, and sea fans smothering the rocky reef. Shoals of small fish school and then vanish to escape larger predators, and a good amount of macro can be discovered when the visibility is good.

Salvatierra Wreck - A great dive site for novice divers or those without wreck experience, the Salvatierra sunk in 1976 after hitting Swanee Rock, leaving a scar on the reef that is still visible today. Much of the ship's cargo of trucks is still intact, as are both propellers, and the artificial reef attracts a wide variety of marine life.

Also on Swanee Reef, the wrecks of the Fang Ming and C59 make for fascinating dives, and cement La Paz as a great wreck diving destination.

Villa Carey

Designed with divers and photographers in mind, our rooms provide a work table, 220V European and 110V American electrical outlets, and high-speed Wi-Fi with 600 megabytes of fiber optic connectivity. Each room has a private bathroom and a designated area for drying clothes. Opened in October 2020, Villa Carey provides a relaxing retreat after a day of diving. Unwind by the pool with a Jacuzzi, and enjoy the self-service bar and lounge area showcasing photographic achievements and videos. Pamper yourself with a rejuvenating massage in the dedicated massage room. Additionally, the chill-out terrace offers stunning sea views and is the perfect setting to enjoy the view after a great day of diving.

LA PAZ - DIVE WEEK