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    Historic Mining Villages
    Family Friendly, Guided Tours, History, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Historic Mining Villages

    The village of El Triunfo (declared recently a Magical Village) is located in the outskirts of the Sierra de la Laguna and has been an important gold and silver mining centers since the 18th century. One-time capital of the entire province meant that an important amount of wealth was produced allowing the upper class to cultivate a somewhat fancy lifestyle. The several concert pianos and other musical instruments brought to the area at that time are now gathered and preserved at the Museum of Music under the direction of a well known local artist. Restored historical mansions and of course the remains of the old mining compound featuring an intact 46 m (151 ft.) high brick chimney designed by Gustav Eiffel are other attractions that invite you to stroll around this picturesque village with a fascinating history. An old historic mansion has been restored and turned into a restaurant and invites to have a snack or drink here (not included) while enjoying the view of the old foundry site. Then you'll be taken San Antonio which is only a 15 min. drive away but on the mountain ridge separating both villages you'll stop to enjoy great views of the mountains and the sea. San Antonio is an real typical Mexican village and a stroll through its narrow cobbled streets takes you back in time. With a lot a new impressions it'll be time then to travel back for 60 min. to La Paz. Inclusions: Tickets Hotel pick-up and drop-off Guide Exclusions: Meal Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Craft Beer and Street Food Safari
    Adults Only, Food, Guided Tours, Nightlife

    Craft Beer and Street Food Safari

    The craft beer movement in Mexico started in the north of Baja California but La Paz is quickly becoming the new hotspot in the south of the peninsula with several breweries producing in the city. The certified and knowledgeable guide takes you on this fun tour showing you a different way to discover La Paz. You'll visit a local craft brewery, feast on a sample of street food, and of course feel the pulse of the local craft beer community in a beer garden where several different breweries offer their wares, and in a microbrewery tasting room, as well as in a nice downtown location that's popular in the evenings with local craft beer enthusiasts. You don't need to be a craft beer connoisseur to get the most out of this tour, as your guide, who is himself a local brewer, will assist you with top tips and advice. Languages English and Spanish (bilingual guide) Inclusions: Snack beer Hotel pick-up and drop-off Local Expert Assistance Exclusions: Meal Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    La Paz- Hiking Mountains Tour
    Day Trips, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Outdoors, Romantic

    La Paz- Hiking Mountains Tour

    Early in the morning, we pick you up at your hotel in La Paz to transfer you to the starting point of the walk, which takes approximately 20 minutes. A great walk that will take you to the edge of the city, giving you the opportunity to see the desert vegetation of the hills that surround La Paz to end up being rewarded with a magnificent view of the bay and the city of La Paz from above. If you are lucky, you may see some of the local Baja wildlife roaming the hills. The trek is a 7 km round trip, which takes you at a leisurely pace in 90 minutes to 2 hours and your certified naturalist guide enriches this tour even more with fascinating information about the desert ecosystem. And after this satisfying hike, you will return to our vehicle to be transferred back to your hotel in La Paz. This excursion can be conducted both in the morning and in the afternoon. Multilingual Guide: English, Spanish and Portuguese Inclusions: Guide Bottled water Hotel pick-up and drop-off Transport Exclusions: Meal Important Info: Recommended to bring; Hiking boots, Hat, Sunglasses, Sun cream. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Gray Whale Watching at Magdalena Bay
    Day Trips, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Gray Whale Watching at Magdalena Bay

    Magdalena Bay is one of the three lagoons to which the entire East Pacific Gray Whale population migrates each winter to mate and especially to give birth to their calves. In the protected waters of the bay quite close encounters with this impressive mammal may occur and you might even be lucky enough to find out why these animals are sometimes referred to as “friendly giants”. After an early departure from La Paz you'll enjoy a typical ranchers' breakfast on the road before reaching after
    3. 5 hours driving time the Port of Lopez Mateos. Here you'll embark on a small boat for a 2 hour trip to observe close up the Gray Whales. Once back on land we'll take you to a local fisherman's house to enjoy a delicious seafood combination of lobster, shrimps and fish. After lunch you'll head back to La Paz. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotels in La Paz. Others: Please bring sunscreen, hat, water sandals, fleece, wind- and waterproof jacket, binoculars, polarized sunglasses. Inclusions: Drinks Meal Transport Equipment Tickets Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Snorkel in Espíritu Santo Island National Park and Sea Lion Colony
    Day Trips, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Outdoors, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Snorkel in Espíritu Santo Island National Park and Sea Lion Colony

    Experience one of the most amazing and fun trips in Baja California Sur, where you can snorkel and swim with sea lions in their natural habitat, watch thousands of multicolored fish, birds, coral reefs, rock formations and beautiful beaches. Espiritu Santo Island is the closest to the Bay of La Paz, just 33 km away, formed by two main islands "Espiritu Santo" and "La Partida" and three smaller ones "El Gallo", "La Gallina", and "Los Islotes" wich cover an approximately surface area of 100 km2, where the reddish color of its stone, the turquoise color of the sea and the the beautiful golden sunsets, do an admirable stage. The biodiversity of this island is stunning; there have been recorded 32 species of reptiles, 98 species of birds, 16 endemic species, plus a colony of about 350 sea lions that can be observed around its shores. Declared Natural Protected Area in 1978 and Biosphere Reserve in 1995, the region has more than a thousand plant and animal species; 64 of which are officially protected. Visit the Playa Ensenada Grande, where you will relax on the sea and enjoy a delicious lunch based on fish ceviche with crackers and toast, ham and cheese sandwiches, water and soft drinks. Inclusions: Lunch Drop off at the hotel. Pick-up available from the hotel. Boat Ride water soft drinks Snorkel equipment Lifejacket Important Info: We recommend bringing a swimsuit, biodegradable sun cream, sandals, a hat, a towel, a change of clothes and sunglasses. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Release of Sea Turtles in Todos Santos
    Adults Only, Animals, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Romantic

    Release of Sea Turtles in Todos Santos

    Our staff will pick you up at your hotel in La Paz in the morning to take you to the Magic Town of Todos Santos; this transfer will take approximately
    1. 5 hours. Every year several species of sea turtles come to the coast of Baja California Sur to lay their eggs, among them the Olive Ridley Turtle, the Leatherback Turtle, and the Prieta Turtle. Due to the fact that all sea turtles are considered threatened species and some are even in danger of extinction, various environmental groups have set up camps on the beaches of Todos Santos for the relocation of nests and the collection of eggs to protect the eggs until they hatch. of natural form. This is done to help the sea turtle population recover and increase its natural habitat since both nests and hatchlings face multiple dangers on the beach. At sunset, you can witness and even help the little hatchlings in a very special moment in their lives: the release of the turtles on the beach to reach the sea for the first time! Your participation supports protection and conservation and our presence drives away dogs, seagulls, and even crabs that prey on little turtles as they slowly approach the ocean. It is an experience that reconnects us with nature in a peaceful and harmonious environment. Once dark, we begin the return to La Paz. Bilingual: English and Spanish Inclusions: Guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off Transport Bottled water Exclusions: Meal Important Info: Please wear comfortable shoes. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Whale Watching in Los Cabos – Boat Tour
    Day Trips, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Outdoors, Romantic

    Whale Watching in Los Cabos – Boat Tour

    We pick you up at your hotel in La Paz. A 2-hour transfer along the scenic highway takes you to the Port of Los Cabos. At the marina, you will board a 27” motorized panga equipped with a shade and driven by an experienced captain specializing in whale watching. This extraordinary peninsula ends at its southern end with the same wild beauty that characterizes its entire length. This is where the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California meet. This meeting of two seas is framed by spectacular rock formations, caves with a history of pirates, a great variety of marine life, a tunnel from the Gulf to the Pacific, and a beach that overlooks both seas that mark the end of the peninsula, all crowned by the famous stone arch that defies the waves of both seas. Every winter, the headland of the peninsula is frequented by pods of humpback whales, many of which are females with newborn calves. They often exhibit impressive behavior, such as striking the ocean surface with their powerful tail fins as well as spectacular leaps and spins out of the water that is very often mimicked by hatchlings. On this 2-hour speedboat ride, your certified and knowledgeable guide will complement your tour with interesting information that will make you appreciate your experiences on board even more! It is an unforgettable experience that cannot be missed! After some seafood tacos at a local restaurant, you will begin your transfer back to La Paz. Bilingual: English and Spanish Inclusions: Lifejacket Lunch Guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off Transport Bottled water Important Info: We recommend bringing a swimsuit, biodegradable sun cream, sandals, a hat, a towel, a change of clothes and sunglasses. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Observation and Swimming with Whale Sharks
    Boat Tours, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Observation and Swimming with Whale Sharks

    After being picked up at your hotel you'll be getting on the boat at La Paz' downtown pier. A short boat ride, generally around 30 min., takes you to the shallow waters off the Mogote peninsula where the whale sharks gather to feed on plankton. The Whale Shark is completely harmless to humans since it is a slow swimming filter feeder. Being mostly pelagic, seasonal coastal aggregations occur at only very few places worldwide where it is possible to get a close look at the world’s largest fish in its natural habitat. Mexico has the fortune to have three of those spots, two of which are located in Baja California and now you have the privilege of marveling at these gentle giants right here in La Paz. Your boat will be maneuvered to a fairly close range of one or several sharks and you may get in the water and snorkel over to them. Nevertheless, if you prefer to rather stay on the boat, the whale shark may also be observed well from the boat. Inclusions: Equipment Guide Tickets Hotel pick-up and drop-off Drinks Exclusions: Meal Important Info: We recommend bringing waterproof clothing, a hat, sunscreen and footwear with rubber soles. You need to wear a swimming costume or trunks and water shoes. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Todos Los Santos Tour
    Day Trips, Family Friendly, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Todos Los Santos Tour

    Come with us and discover why Todos Santos is considered a Magic Town, a beautiful place distinguished for being an enigmatic place full of creativity, home to painters, sculptors, musicians, poets and artists from around the world. Here festivals like Todos Santos Music Festival, Film Festival, Art Festival, Mango Festival and various gastronomic, cultural and artistic exhibitions are ongoing. We will visit the famous Hotel California, the Mission church, handicraft stores, art galleries and museum. We will spend the rest of the day on a beautiful beach so you can relax and have a drink. Duration: 6 hours. Inclusions: Bottled water Lunch Pick-up available from the hotel. Important Info: We suggest you wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the time of the year. Hat, Sunglasses, Sun cream, Camera. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Hiking Tour Balandra
    Day Trips, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Outdoors, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Hiking Tour Balandra

    Early in the morning, we pick you up at your hotel in La Paz to transfer you to the starting point of the walk-in Balandra. Balandra is a protected natural area and is also considered the most beautiful beach in Mexico. Walk in the surroundings of one of the most spectacular beaches in La Paz and enjoy magnificent views of Balandra, especially the panorama from the top of the hills that surround Balandra is simply impressive. The walk lasts 90 minutes to 2 hours both ways and you will be able to admire the contrast between desert and sea and the diversity of flora found in these contrasting ecosystems, including mangroves and the numerous species of birds that inhabit them. Your certified naturalist guide enriches this excursion even more with fascinating information about the desert ecosystem. If you like to walk, this is a walk that you cannot miss! Just when the sun gets too hot to be in the field, we will return you to your hotel aboard our air-conditioned vehicle. Bilingual: English and Spanish Inclusions: Boxed lunch Bottled water Transport Hotel pick-up and drop-off Guide Important Info: Please bring a hat and sunglasses. , Hiking boots Please bring biodegradable sunscreen. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Mangroves and Beaches Tour
    Animals, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Mangroves and Beaches Tour

    Balandra is a shallow ocean inlet between two mountain ridges featuring a series of stunning secluded beaches and bays surrounded by mangroves. In 2016 is has received an international distinction of "Mexico's best beach". The area is also considered La Paz’ landmark, due particularly to a rock formation known as the “Mushroom”. We take you on a little known path right along the edge between mountain, desert and mangroves to an otherwise inaccessible beach; on this nature interpretation hike you are likely to observe some of the many bird species native to the area. From a hill right by the lagoon you’ll be rewarded with a stunning view of the panorama. After a less than 5-min. drive we will also visit Tecolote beach, which is beautiful in a different way. Tecolote beach is an endless, wide strand ideal for swimming and relaxing as well as the perfect spot to enjoy a platter of fish tacos, a typical local dish, in a beach restaurant. Inclusions: Guide Drinks Meal Hotel pick-up and drop-off Tickets Exclusions: Equipment Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    The Reptile and Wildlife Shelter and Educational Center of La Paz
    Animals, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    The Reptile and Wildlife Shelter and Educational Center of La Paz

    Ever wanted to see some of the 16 species of rattlesnakes found in Baja California, for example maybe the unique rattle-less rattlesnake? How about seeing close-up a Harris Hawk, alligators, owls or sweet water turtles, and other animals that you probably won’t or don’t want to encounter in the wild? Maybe you’ll be lucky enough to be there at feeding time and witness pythons’ and rattlesnakes’ feeding habits! The Reptile and Wildlife Center is interactive and visitors are allowed to feed turtles, parrots, and rabbits. The center also hosts all species of iguanas occurring in Mexico and many small lizards, including the endemic species, roam free in a small botanic garden that's part of the center. Inclusions: Drinks Tickets Hotel pick-up and drop-off Guide Exclusions: Meal Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    City Tour of the Port of Illusion
    Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    City Tour of the Port of Illusion

    The charming city of La Paz is known for its fabulous sunsets and for its picturesque boardwalk. Either in the morning or in the afternoon when the boardwalk comes to life with many families, your guide takes you on stroll alongside the bay of La Paz where many of the main attractions are located. The boardwalk’s iconic statues relate to essential aspects of the city's history and idiosyncrasy and your guide brings the history back to life. Walking a pier offers a unique perspective of the city's waterfront. Local artists offer crafts with local motives and made of local materials at the artisans' gallery. The exhibition Codex Peninsula at the Cultural Centre of La Paz is an excellent introduction of what characterizes the state of Baja California. Other attractions include a marine life mural by Wyland, the old lighthouse and once you board the vehicle again we'll take you the main square and the cathedral of La Paz. Inclusions: Equipment Guide Tickets Hotel pick-up and drop-off Drinks Exclusions: Meal Important Info: We recommend to bring comfortable shoes, drinking water, camera, hat and sun protection. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Los Cabos Tour and Todos Santos Magic Village
    Day Trips, Family Friendly, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Los Cabos Tour and Todos Santos Magic Village

    Knowing one of the beautiful Magical Towns of Mexico, in addition to its impressive history, you will also know the famous Hotel California, then we will arrive in Los Cabos where we will take a glass-bottom boat in Cabo San Lucas to be amazed by the famous Arch of Cabo, a great rock formation. that impresses any visitor. You can also enjoy a typical Mexican dish included in the tour Inclusions: Meal Drinks Tickets Transport Guide Important Info: Please wear comfortable clothes, tennis and bring sunscreen, hydration, sunglasses and photographic camera. Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Todos Santos Bird Watching Tour
    Family Friendly, Guided Tours, Outdoors, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible

    Todos Santos Bird Watching Tour

    Our staff will pick you up at your hotel in La Paz in the morning to take you to the Magic Town of Todos Santos; this transfer will take approximately
    1. 5 hours. Todos Santos is one of the oases of Baja California Sur and the unique tropical environment of Todos Santos and its desert, freshwater oasis, and coastal ecosystems, as well as a coastal lagoon, make Todos Santos an ideal place for bird watching, as you will be able to admire a great diversity of resident and migratory birds during the winter. More than 160 species have been registered, including seabirds, desert birds, and residents of the oasis in Todos Santos. With a bit of luck, you may also discover one of the endemic species that call Todos Santos home! You will end your stay in Todos Santo with a light lunch and then return to your hotel in La Paz. Bilingual: English and Spanish Inclusions: Guide Bottled water Boxed lunch Hotel pick-up and drop-off Transport Important Info: We recommend to bring comfortable shoes, drinking water, camera, hat and sun protection. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

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