6 Best Things You Can Do When You Visit La Paz, Mexico

If you are an outdoor enthusiast and love to see cross new frontiers of tourism you can visit La Paz Mexico, Baja California Sur. Do not mistake the La Paz of Mexico for La Paz of Bolivia, though.  It is a beautiful city filled with outdoor charm and is located between the Sierra Laguna mountains and the Sea of Cortez. It is a paradise for beach lovers because it offers some of the rare geographical beauties in both land and sea. Here you have the chance to perform water sports stunts and immerse in to the sea waters to swim along with sea lions, and white whales. La Paz is famed for its waterfront cafes, bars, and restaurants and the 2.5 km long promenade that houses these establishments. It is right in front of the Marina Palmira where hundreds of white yachts and catamarans, cruisers, and boats are moored and ready for action. For sports lovers, the Sports bar La Paz Mexico is ideal for having a few drinks in the evening and watching the sun dipping into the sea. Here you get to talk about your favorite sports, watch sports on TV, and book sports activities both on land and water.

Here we chronicle a list of things you can do at La Paz

Walk around the old La Paz

What you see is the modern La Paz but the old La Paz started developing only in the 19th century. It still has the old remains that remind you of the old times and the construction of distinctive architecture and construction. You can walk the streets or sit on one of the benches on the street and watch people. You could also take a guided tour lasting 2 hours and it is in English and free!

Go kayaking  at Balandra

The Balandra beach is the most protected among others and the absence of motor boats gives a chance to kayak in peaceful waters. You can explore the mangroves, and shallow waters and even venture into the sea depending on your skills and inclination. You can rent the kayak from a seafront provider. Kayaks can be hired for $15 per hour or you can book a full-day or multi-hour kayak tour for US$60.  You can paddle around mangrove clusters, and sail over dolphins, turtles, and sea lions and it is a rated trip you should not miss.

See the Catedral de Nuestra Senora de La Paz

This 1861 built cathedral built by Dominicans is situated across Jardin Velasco. One of the main attractions of the church is the tall front portion and it never fails to catch the attention of visitors. It has an exquisite interior which is compelling to watch.

A relaxing walk across Malecon

Malecon, La Paz is a must-do because it holds center stage in the evenings. The strip of walkway adjacent to the lapping waters of the sea houses a large number of Live music restaurants La Paz bars and another form of nightlife that you would very much like to attend. It is a 3-mile walk-in at the waterfront and you can walk or hire a bike to travel the distance. It is also the best place to watch the amazing La Paz sunset or sunrise. People come in hordes to watch the sun dipping into the sea of Cortez and you will see the marina filled with lights of red, orange, and yellow!

Snorkel in the Sea Of Cortez with whale sharks

Snorkeling is a great oceanic activity undertaken by tourists and you can swim with sharks and whales. Whale sharks measuring 13 meters long or roughly 42 feet can be between months October to March in La Paz. You need not be afraid of the sharks because they eat only plankton and don’t take fancy to humans. Swimming with these giant aqua creatures is an unforgettable experience you will cherish throughout your life. You can hire a Catamaran at $80 to do this and it is worth every cent you have spent.

Swim along Sea Lions

Swimming with Sea Lions is a never-before enjoyed experience and you can do this at Islotes or San Rafaelito, a cluster of small islands. During summer a group of 250 of them live here and the number dramatically increases during winter to 350 with new pups coming. Los Isolates is the primary place to watch for them in La Paz and you will experience close watch of them. However, regulations have been imposed to protect these mammals and the ecosystem. A combined tour of Sea Lions and Espiritu Island will cost you around $120.

Apart from the above you can visit and enjoy the following when you are in La Paz and they will include the whale museum, go Whale-Watching in Magdalena Bay, scuba diving in the sea of Cortez, and enjoying the nightlife at the Sports bar La Paz Mexico and many other adventures that are usually associated with beach resorts in Mexico. You can book your tour and arrangements with CAPTAINS Sunset Bar, Marina Palmira, and La Paz by calling the number 214-974-0501 as they provide Baja Cat charters besides hosting rock bands and Latino jazz during weekends.

 

 

 

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