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### Welcome to La Paz

We’re here to help you uncover the best of Baja California Sur with insider tips. Our goal is to make exploring fun and easy for adventurers, culture buffs, nature lovers, and foodies alike.

### Water Activities

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## [Los Cabos to La Paz: Bus, Shuttle & Transfer Guide 2026](https://lapazcitymap.com/blog/cabo-to-la-paz)

 Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) is the easiest way to reach La Paz. From there, it's about 192 km (119 miles) along modern, well-paved Highway 19, and the direct drive takes 2.5 to 3 hours. You have four main ways to make the trip: bus, shared shuttle, rental car, or private transfer. Here's what each one actually costs and feels like, so you can pick...

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## [Tecolote Beach La Paz — Where the Perfect Day Ends](https://lapazcitymap.com/blog/tecolote-beach-la-paz)

 No entry limit. No restrictions. The best view of Espíritu Santo Island from dry land.

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## [La Paz Airport (LAP) to Downtown: Transfer Guide 2026](https://lapazcitymap.com/blog/la-paz-airport-transfers)

 La Paz International Airport (LAP), officially Aeropuerto Internacional Manuel Márquez de León,...

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## [Balandra Beach 2026: Entry Fee, Reservations & Tips](https://lapazcitymap.com/blog/balandra-beach-guide)

 Balandra Beach runs two entry shifts: 8:00 am–12:00 pm and 1:00 pm–5:00 pm. The official...

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## [Port Closed by authorities because Weather conditions in 2026](https://lapazcitymap.com/blog/port-closed-by-authorities-because-weather-conditions-in-2026)

 March 10 2026 In accordance with official notice, navigation at the port is restricted for...

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## [Port Closed by authorities because Weather conditions in 2025](https://lapazcitymap.com/blog/port-closed-by-authorities-because-weather-conditions)

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