--- title: Coral Nursery Snorkeling Tour in La Paz | Eco Adventure description: Snorkel a coral nursery in La Paz, learn how the reef is being restored and explore a natural reef in Pichilingue. Gear included. 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Duration**≈ 2 hours** - Departures**9 am · 11 am · 1 pm** - Group**Small** - Guide**English / Spanish** Why this tour ## Snorkel where the reef is being grown back This eco-adventure takes you into a coral nursery on the La Paz coast of the Gulf of California, part of a coral restoration project where young corals grow on underwater beds to help bring the reef back. It starts with a short talk on why corals matter and how the restoration works. Then you gear up and snorkel over the nursery's incubation and growth beds, and continue to a natural reef in Pichilingue, home to a wide variety of marine life. About two hours in total, in small groups, with all snorkel gear included. A great fit for families, nature lovers and anyone who wants their snorkel to support the ocean. ## Itinerary 1. 9 am · 11 am · 1 pm**Meet your guide** Or hotel pickup, if you add transportation when you book. 2. Talk**Why corals matter** How the nursery grows corals to restore the reef. 3. Snorkel**Coral nursery** Swim over the incubation and growth beds with your guide. 4. Snorkel**Natural reef in Pichilingue** Explore the reef and its marine life. 5. ≈ 2 hours**End of the tour** ## What's included ### Included - Talk on coral ecosystems and restoration - Guided snorkel in the coral nursery - Snorkel at a natural reef in Pichilingue - Snorkel gear: mask, snorkel and fins - Bilingual guide (English / Spanish) ### Not included - Transportation (optional add-on: $800 MXN per group, round trip) - Food - Souvenirs - Gratuities ### Good to know You need to be comfortable swimming in open water: this tour is not suitable for non-swimmers, people with reduced mobility or wheelchair users. Transportation is optional: add it when you book, or meet us at the nursery. Want to see where La Paz pearls are grown too? Pair it with the [pearl farm visit](https://lapazcitymap.com/pearl-farm-experience-and-shop?hsLang=en), which runs at the same times. ## Before you go What to bring Swimsuit, towel, biodegradable sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and comfortable clothes. Not suitable for Non-swimmers, people with reduced mobility and wheelchair users. No pets allowed. Cancellation policy Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Within 24 hours it is non-refundable. ## Meeting point If you add transportation, we pick you up at your hotel or vacation rental in La Paz; the pickup time is confirmed in your booking email. If you arrive on your own, meet us at the coral nursery office: [open in Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?q=24.27880096435547,-110.33332824707031). ## What travelers say 4.7 ★★★★★ 53 La Paz City Map reviews on TripAdvisor [Read this tour's reviews on TripAdvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g150771-d27736622-La_Paz_Coral_Farm_Snorkel_Tour-La_Paz_Baja_California.html) ## Frequently asked questions Do I need to know how to swim? Yes. You should be comfortable swimming in open water. This tour is not suitable for non-swimmers. What times does the tour leave? There are three departures a day: 9 am, 11 am and 1 pm. The tour lasts about 2 hours, plus transfer time if you add transportation. Is transportation included? Not in the base price. You can add round-trip transportation from your hotel in La Paz when you book, for $800 MXN per group. Is snorkel gear included? Yes. Mask, snorkel and fins are included. What marine life will I see? The coral beds and the natural reef are home to many fish and invertebrates, but wildlife is never guaranteed. Can I cancel? Free cancellation up to 24 hours before for a full refund. Price per person $1,100 MXN Optional round-trip transport: $800 MXN per group Book now Close checkout Close checkout [Questions? 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