Top things to do in La Paz, Mexico

10 Awesome Things to Do in La Paz Mexico
You could easily spend your whole trip soaking up the sun on any of the best beaches in La Paz (spending at least one day like this is highly recommended), but there are so many amazing activities and things to do in this charming port city, it will never be because you can’t think of anything better to do. Below are some of the most fun and interesting activities in La Paz, Mexico.
Whale Shark

1. Whale watching: the Sea of Cortez near La Paz is a centuries-old feeding ground for California gray whales. Hop onto a boat for a whale watching tour and get up close and personal with these majestic creatures.
2. Hiking on Espiritu Santo: the dry Baja California Sur weather means hiking is very doable even in the heat of summer (make sure to bring lots of water!). Isla Espiritu Santo is home to some interesting animal species, like a ring-tail wildcat and the black jackrabbit.
3. Snorkeling and scuba diving on the barrier reefs: the islands in La Paz contain reefs that are home to around 40% of the world’s known fish species! For scuba divers, there are also some haunting shipwrecks to explore.
4. Swimming with sea lions and whale sharks: the female and baby sea lions at Los Islotes in La Paz are friendly and curious, while whale sharks (although they look huge and terrifying) are toothless and only eat plankton.
5. Fishing charters: the Sea of Cortez has been called “The Aquarium of the World” and is a top fishing destination, with 9 species of snapper along with yellowtail, yellow fin tuna, marlin, mahi mahi, wahoo, sea bass, sailfish and 170 species of sharks (!).
6. Bar hopping and dining on the malecón (boardwalk): take a stroll, enjoy live music, watch (or participate) in a dance contest, the evening is yours!
7. Sea kayaking: a great way to experience the beauty of the coast and get close to marine life.
8. Off-road racing: the Baja desert has National Geographic’s blessings as one of the best topographies for adventure-seekers.
9. A day on the golf course: visitors rave about La Paz having the best golf course in all of Baja California!

10. Museums and historical sights: for culture and history buffs, there are tons of interesting museums and historical buildings between the malecón and the downtown area, not to mention cave paintings that date back to 1500 BC.

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