Fees · Destination Guide
Sea lions, whale sharks, and desert-meets-ocean adventures in the Sea of Cortez
Key fee: Espiritu Santo National Park entrance (CONANP)
MXN $225 per person per day
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
There is no single destination-wide tourism levy for La Paz like some island destinations, but you should budget for protected-area fees (Espiritu Santo National Park and Balandra) plus regulated wildlife access (whale shark tours). Many operators bundle some fees, but verify what is included.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espiritu Santo National Park entrance (CONANP) | MXN $225 per person per day per day |
| Visitors entering Espiritu Santo National Park (including Los Islotes) |
| Usually collected by licensed tour/dive operators; check CONANP guidance for official payment options |
Fees can change. Keep proof of payment if asked by rangers. |
| Balandra Protected Area entrance | MXN $125 per person per day per time slot/day | Visitors entering Balandra Protected Area | On-site per protected-area entry procedures | Balandra uses time slots and capacity limits. Arrive early for the first slot and bring cash as a backup. |
| Whale shark refuge access (permit-based tours) | Included in tour price (limited daily access) per tour day | Whale shark snorkeling tours in La Paz Bay | Book with an authorized operator | The activity is regulated and can pause based on monitoring, conditions, and seasonal rules. |
Fee
per day
Fees can change. Keep proof of payment if asked by rangers.
per time slot/day
Balandra uses time slots and capacity limits. Arrive early for the first slot and bring cash as a backup.
per tour day
The activity is regulated and can pause based on monitoring, conditions, and seasonal rules.