Swim with Whale Sharks in La Paz (Baja California Sur, Mexico): season, tours and everything you need to know

Do you dream of spotting and even swimming with the world’s largest fish, the whale shark, and are you going to visit Baja California Sur on your next trip to Mexico? You’re lucky. One of the most sought after tours in La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur, is whale shark watching and/or swimming with the whale shark. However, if you want to have the opportunity to see one of these gentle giants that can reach up to 12 meters, you will have to do it only during the winter months.

In this post you will find all the information you need to organize your whale shark adventure in La Paz: when to go, how to go, which company to do the tour with, how much the tour costs, what rules to follow and even curiosities about this amazing and harmless fish to make your experience as incredible as ours was.

Basic facts for swimming with the whale shark in La Paz

When to go: the season goes from October to April although it is advisable to avoid the shoulder months, and to increase the probabilities, it is recommended to go in January/February. More info here

How many days: One day is enough to do the activity, although you will want to stay a few more days in La Paz to enjoy all that the city has to offer.

Rules: fortunately, swimming with the whale shark in La Paz is an activity with strict and controlled regulations, limiting the number of boats with each animal, the number of people, the time… More info here.

How to do the activity: you have to hire a 2 to 3 hour tour with an authorized operator. More info about the tours here.

Who to do the tour with: very important to choose a responsible company. We recommend MéXplore, who explained and complied with the rules at all times. More info here.

How much it costs: The tour usually costs from 1600 pesos (90€) per person. More info here.

Weather: The weather in La Paz during whale shark season is usually sunny and warm during the day, and somewhat cooler in the early morning and at night. The water in those months is usually between 21º and 26º, depending on the month.

What to bring: Windbreaker, sunscreen, sunglasses, water, cameras and, of course, travel insurance(in this link a 5% discount on the insurance we always use). More info here.

Where to stay: ideally you should stay in La Paz, and use the city as a base to do this and other amazing activities. More info here.

Language: Most tourists are from outside of Mexico, so it is common for Spanish and English to be spoken. Some companies have staff that speak other languages as well.

Currency: MXN ($) Mexican Peso (1 USD equals 20 MXN approx.). Check the updated exchange rate here. Many companies also offer prices in dollars

Where is La Paz

La Paz is the capital, main city and most populated city of the state of Baja California Sur. It is located in the south of the state, in western Mexico, on the Baja California peninsula.

The whale shark swimming and spotting takes place in the bay of La Paz, next to the Mogote Peninsula.

How to get to La Paz

La Paz has an international airport, so it may be your entry point to Baja California Sur, although you can also land at the airports of Los Cabos (2h30) or Loreto (4h10). We recommend you to use flight comparators such as Skyscanner and Kiwi and be flexible with the dates to get the best possible price.

By car, La Paz is located 2h from Cabo San Lucas, 2h15 from San José del Cabo, 1h from Todos Santos, 2h40 from Cabo Pulmo, 4h10 from Loreto…

The most advisable option if you are organizing a trip to Baja California Sur is to rent a car, to have freedom of time and movement.

The other options are to hire private transportation (EcoBajaTours has Shuttle service between La Paz and some of the southern points of Baja California Sur) or by bus (with Autobuses Aguila, which connects the main points of the Baja California peninsula).

Best time to swim with whale sharks in La Paz

The best time to swim with whale sharks is usually in January and February. Here we explain why

Whale shark season in La Paz

The official season for swimming with whale sharks in La Paz runs from October to April. Whale sharks start arriving in October, but the activity cannot start until at least 6 whale sharks are sighted (for example, in 2023 the season did not start until November 26th).

Because of this, it is ideal to choose the central months of the season (December to February), which is when there will be more guarantees of being able to perform the activity and also it will be easier to find the whale shark to swim with.

Best time of the day to swim with the whale shark in La Paz

Based on data and statistics, there is no best or worst time of day to swim with the whale sharks in La Paz. So simply choose the schedule that is available with a responsible tour company, and enjoy the show!

Remember that this is an activity with wild animals in their habitat, so there are no guarantees of any kind.

Information about the whale shark

Here are some interesting facts about the whale shark:

Brief introduction to the whale shark

The first recorded sighting of whale sharks was, in theory, in 1828, in South Africa, and since then there are records of many more sightings in various areas of the world. It inhabits warm waters, in the tropics, and is a migratory species, although there is a lot about the whale shark that is unknown, such as its migratory routes, how and where they mate, etc.

Its belly is white and its back is grayish with white stripes and dots, unique for each specimen, which is why they are a way to identify them, something like our fingerprint.

It is the largest fish in the world (the largest specimen on record was over 12 meters long).

Why is it called a whale shark?

The whale shark is not really a whale, it is a shark (and therefore a fish). The name has its origin in its size (it is the largest fish in the world) and in its way of feeding (filter feeding, like some whales).

How long is the whale shark and how much does it weigh?

The whale shark is the largest fish in the world. The largest specimen on record measured more than 12 meters, but it is believed that they can measure up to 19 meters long and weigh more than 20 tons.

Very little is known about the calves, which hatch inside their mother, but they are believed to measure between 40 and 60 cm in length.

What is the migratory route of the whale shark?

This is another of the great unknowns of the whale shark. It is known that they migrate, since in the places where they are usually found (for example here in the Bay of La Paz) they appear only for a few months of the year, but it is unknown where exactly they go the rest of the time, as well as their mating method.

They are known to be in warm waters in the tropics:

When and how do they have their calves?

Very little is known about how whale sharks mate and how they bear their young. It is believed that they reach sexual maturity at 30 years of age, that they are ovoviviparous (i.e., they lay eggs but these remain inside their bodies until the embryo is developed), and that the calves that are born measure between 40 and 60 centimeters.

How long does the whale shark live?

It is also unknown, but it is believed that whale sharks can live more than 100 years!

What does the whale shark feed on?

Whale sharks feed mainly on plankton, nekton, krill and macro algae. Although they have small teeth, they do not use them for feeding; instead, they suck in a large amount of water that they filter through their gill combs, during which the food is trapped in their dermal denticles.

A curiosity is that they also have teeth in their eyes! Their eyes have hundreds of tiny teeth, whose function is to protect them.

Is the whale shark dangerous?

As explained in the previous point, the whale shark is practically harmless to people.

How does the whale shark sleep?

Whale sharks cannot sleep, because they need to keep moving with a constant flow of water in their gills, although they do enter a state of less activity in which they do not fall completely asleep and keep moving.

What are the predators of the whale shark?

Adult whale sharks have no known predators. Juveniles are attacked by blue sharks and blue marlins.

The biggest threat to the whale shark is humans: there is illegal hunting to sell their meat (or their fin for shark fin soup in Asia), there are many collisions with boats passing through the areas where they live, they also suffer from accidental fishing, tourism activities can impact them negatively if not done in a controlled and sustainable way, and their habitat (the ocean) is also in danger due to climate change.

Is the whale shark endangered?

Sadly, yes, the whale shark is endangered. It is believed that its population has decreased by 50% in the last century. As you just read two paragraphs ago, there are no known predators, so the cause of this population decline is the human species.

Rules for swimming with whale sharks in La Paz

Mexico, being considered a whale sanctuary, is fortunately a country that has a strong regulation and protection of whales and fortunately also of the whale shark that arrives here every year. If you visit La Paz from October to April, we ask you to do the activity in a responsible way, with an agency that promotes sustainable tourism and not animal abuse.

Be wary if the agency does not respect the official measures and regulations for whale shark watching and/or swimming with whale sharks in La Paz. You can check the official management plan here, and we leave here a summary of the measures:

• Before starting the activity there is a mandatory briefing by the guide about each of the activities to be performed, as well as the importance of the species and the site to be visited.
• The tour boats must have the necessary permits and must carry a visible flag/distinctive.
• Vessels must register before leaving for the activity with CONANP.
• The approach to the whale shark should be made diagonally from the rear, and then sail parallel to it at a distance of 5 meters.
• There can only be one boat per whale shark. In each shift, there can be a maximum of 14 boats in the whale shark watching and swimming area, and the maximum number of boats per day is 56.
• Once the whale shark is approached for the activity, the maximum duration of the activity is 30 minutes for that vessel.
• Only 1 guide and a maximum of 5 people can be with the shark. If there are more than 5 people on the boat, they must take turns in groups of 5 or less, and the maximum 30 minutes are for the whole boat.
• The entry into the water should be done gently avoiding making noise, splashing, jumping abruptly or jumping backwards, to be able to approach the whale shark laterally.
• A minimum distance of 2 meters to the sides of the head and 3 meters to the caudal fin of the whale shark must be maintained.
• It is strictly forbidden to harass, touch, ride or harm the whale shark in any way. Code of Conduct: Watch, Don’t Touch
• Free-diving is prohibited, and the use of a life jacket or wetsuit is mandatory.
• Do not use sunscreen that is not biodegradable.

The observation area is delimited, leaving another area for the whale shark, classified as a “Conservation Area”, where boats are prohibited from accessing for the activity (under penalty of sanction, and whose control is done through the mandatory GPS device carried by the boats).

Please, if you see non-compliance with any of these measures, report it immediately.

Official source of these measures and restrictions: Model Management Plan for the Conservation and Non-extractive Use of Rhincodontypus (Whale Shark) through Observation and Swimming in the Bay of La Paz, B.C.S.

It is also important to note that even with the rules included in the management plan, it is possible that this activity could be having a negative impact on the whale shark. After all, we are entering their habitat “without their permission”. We were very happy to learn, speaking with one of the biologists we met in La Paz, that there is a team in La Paz in charge of trying to measure the impact that this activity, with the current rules and limitations, is having on the whale shark. As he explained to us, thanks to sensors, they are able to measure the speed and position of the whale shark before, during, and after the activity, so that they can detect when the boat approaches and/or when people jump into the water and swim nearby, if there is some kind of behavioral change in the whale shark.

Hopefully the activity is not having a negative impact on the whale shark and if not, even stricter measures should be put in place.

Are the rules being followed with the whale shark in La Paz?

In our experience, during the activity, they were complied with, and we were very pleased to see that there is a surveillance of them to try to prevent any vessel from not complying with them.

The activity is heavily regulated and monitored, and it is necessary to obtain permission to access the sighting and swimming area, in addition to active control of the position and speed of the boat by GPS.

In any case, it is possible that some boats do not comply with the rules, in order to please the people who do the tour. That is why it is important to hire tours with authorized operators, with good reputation and that you can verify that they comply with the rules and put animal welfare before human entertainment.

How is the whale shark swimming tour in La Paz?

Since these are wild animals in their habitat, there is no guarantee that you will get to see the whale shark or swim with it, so adjust your expectations.

Since the rules are, happily, quite strict (as you have been able to read in the previous section), the procedure to access the sighting and swimming area has several steps:

• The boat is assigned a shift (e.g. at 11:00), but may enter before that time if a boat from the previous shift has already left, always complying with the maximum number of boats at the same time.
• Once permission to access the area is obtained, the boat sails in search of any sign of the whale shark (the tip of the fin for example), an event that can take several minutes (you have to be patient). There is also communication between the different boats in this regard.
• Once a whale shark is detected, the boat navigates towards its position up to the maximum distance allowed, sailing parallel to it.
• Once close, the guide will jump into the water first, and the maximum 30 minutes allowed per boat will start counting. A maximum of 5 people can enter the water with the guide, and swim parallel to the whale shark, respecting the distances (2 meters from the head, 3 meters from the tail).
• If there are more than 5 tourists on the boat, they must take turns in groups, so one group will go first, return to the boat, and only after that another group may enter the water, following the same procedure.
• Once the 30 minutes are over, the activity will be terminated and the boat will have to leave the area to give other boats a chance.

It is important to note that the whale shark moves quite fast, so to keep up with it and swim alongside it you need good fins (the company will provide you with snorkeling equipment and fins), and be in good physical condition.

How long is the whale shark swimming tour?

Depending on the tour, the most common ones usually last between 2 and 3 hours. As mentioned in the previous sections, the maximum time in the water with the whale shark per boat is 30 minutes, but we must add the navigation time, waiting time to enter the area if necessary, and search for the whale shark.

How many people go on the boat?

It depends on the tour, the company and the price: there will always be a captain, a guide and the number of tourists depending on the capacity of the boat.

In the tour we did with MéXplore we were 8 tourists, 1 guide and 1 captain (and the maximum number of tourists per boat is 9). This way, we did 2 groups of 4 people, and 3 shifts in the water, so we were able to swim 3 times with the whale shark, between 3 and 5 minutes each time.

Since the time limit to swim with the whale shark is per boat, the fewer people that go the better, as you will have more time in the water with the shark.

How much does the whale shark swim tour cost?

The price depends on the company you go with, the duration, the type of boat used, the amount of people… Most operators sell the tour for about 1600 pesos (about 90€) per person.

Many operators also offer you the option to combine the whale shark swimming tour with other experiences such as swimming with sea lions, visiting Espiritu Santo Island…. This way you can take advantage of a full day and visit several places in the same tour. At Randomtrip we did a tour with MéXplore that combined swimming with the whale shark, swimming with sea lions in San Rafaelito and visiting one of the beaches of Balandra Bay, with a price of 3200 pesos (about 180€) per person, including lunch and drinks on the beach.

Since it is an activity with wild animals in their habitat where the main thing is that they are respected and that it is done under the current regulations, we recommend that you do not look for the cheapest operator, and that you do some research on who you are going to do it with and their position regarding animal welfare.

Recommended company to swim with the whale shark in La Paz

In our case we did it with MéXplore and we highly recommend them: they explained the procedure to be followed as well as the rules, which they respected at all times, they organized us in 2 shifts (4 people each time) so we had the opportunity to swim with the whale shark 3 times, and the guide also took pictures and videos with his GoPro that he shared with us at the end of the tour.

We were also taken to swim with sea lions in San Rafaelito, also in two shifts and with an explanation of how we should behave, what to do and what not to do, etc., and the beach visited as well as the food and drinks we were served were spectacular. We loved the tour!

Our experience swimming with whale sharks with MéXplore, swimming with sea lions and visiting Balandra Bay

In our case we went with MéXplore and did a combined tour, which included 3 activities:

• Swimming with the whale shark
• Swimming with sea lions in San Rafaelito
• Relaxing time and lunch on a paradisiacal beach in Balandra Bay, the most beautiful beach in La Paz.

The tour starts around 9am at the meeting point, where we meet our guide, Fabian, who takes us to our boat (for a maximum of 9 tourists) and provides us with all the equipment we will need: wetsuits, snorkeling gear, fins and vest. At Randomtrip, we also bring our Gopro to capture images of whale sharks and sea lions underwater, a towel to dry off and a waterproof windbreaker to keep us warm during the boat trips.

We get on the boat and head towards the whale shark watching area. Before arriving, we stop in front of the CONANP building, where they check from afar that the boat has a permit, that we are going with the number of people reported, that all the people are wearing their vests, etc.

On the way to the observation area Fabian gives us a briefing, where he explains all the rules, especially that you cannot touch the whale shark, get too close, pass over it, under it, or in front of it. Only swim parallel to it and at a certain distance, 2 meters from the head, 3 meters from the tail.

Our assigned shift is at 11:00h, but we arrive earlier (9:45h) because the shifts are large to give the boats enough time to find the whale sharks. There we have to wait to be notified if any boat finishes so that we can enter the observation area. At 10:00 am (15 minutes later) we are informed that we can enter. Remember that all the boats carry a GPS device that controls their speed and position.

Another boat that is going to finish tells us that it has a whale shark nearby, so we head there, but on the way we see another one so we go to that one. Fabian divides us into 2 groups of 4 people, we get ready and take 3 shifts of 5 minutes each.

Fabian also explains how to enter the water smoothly, to avoid making noise or splashing. The whale shark moves at a fairly fast speed, so you have to make a small effort when entering the water to catch up with it, and then fin steadily to keep up and stay close to it. The feeling of being so close to this wonderful creature is mind-blowing!

The whale sharks that are usually found in La Paz are juveniles, so their size is not as large as that of the adults.

After the maximum 30 minutes allowed and both groups on the boat, we head to the next point, Lobera de San Rafaelito, where we are going to swim with sea lions. As soon as we arrive we see a lot of animals in the water: they are the sea lions in “spa mode“, they have part of their body inside the water and part outside, to regulate their temperature.

As with the whale shark, there are also rules for swimming with the sea lions in the Lobera de San Rafaelito; in this case, a maximum of 6 people plus the guide, so we repeat the groups and we go 4 people first and 4 others after. In this case, there is only one 15-minute turn per group.

On the way to the sea lions we can see a lot of coral and fish. When we get to the “sea lion spa”, we can observe them very closely, and some of them even come close to us. Fabian tells us that if we stretch out our arm and open our hand, they may come to nibble it because they confuse it with starfish, their “favorite toy” (so we can do it or not depending on what we want). In our opinion it is better to avoid physical contact and just watch them.

While we are watching them, one of the sea lions decides to relieve itself, which causes lots of fish to come and feed. We feel like we are in a National Geographic documentary.

After 15 minutes, we return to the boat to continue to our next and last point: Balandra Bay. Balandra Bay is a bay with several beaches of fine white sand, shallow depth and turquoise waters . The best known is the beach of the same name, Playa Balandra, and in our case we are taken to another beach next to it that only boats usually go to, with a large dune behind it. We enjoy this beach only among the people on the tour, that is, 8 tourists, the guide Fabian and the captain.

Here we have 1h30 to enjoy a delicious meal on the beach (ceviche, burritos and drinks of our choice) and relax.

At Randomtrip we took the opportunity to enjoy these wonderful turquoise waters and walk almost to the famous “hongo de Balandra” (Balandra mushroom), as the water is shallow and you can go easily by walking.

At about 14:20 we set sail back, the boat still takes us to see the Hong de Balandra and the beach from the sea, and then we head back to the port, where we arrive at about 15:00, ending the tour.

Map with the places visited during our whale shark, sea lions and Balandra whale watching tour.

Here is a map with the places visited during our tour with MéXplore:

• Whale shark sighting and swim with whale sharks
• Sighting and swimming with sea lions in San Rafaelito
• Lunch and beach time in Bahia Balandra

Get inspired by the stories of our visit to La Paz

You can see featured Instagram stories about our visit to La Paz here.

Here you can also see a reel we made about our experience swimming with the whale shark with MéXplore:

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Things to see and do in La Paz

Besides swimming with whale sharks, there is much more to see and do in La Paz. Here are the main ones, you can see more in our complete guide to La Paz:

• Swim with Sea Lions (possible to combine with the same whale shark swimming tour with MéXplore, as we did in Randomtrip)

• Visit the beaches of La Paz such as Bahia Balandra, Tecolote, see the views of the beaches from the lookout points, etc.

• Strolling along the malecon of La Paz

• Enjoy incredible sunsets from the malecon, from Cerro de la Calavera or from the beaches.

• Visiting Espiritu Santo Archipelago National Park

• Visit the Museo de la Ballena y Ciencias del Mar (Whale and Marine Science Museum) and learn not only about the different types of cetaceans but also about the whale shark itself.

We will tell you in detail everything you can see and do in La Paz in our complete guide to La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur.

Where to stay in La Paz

In La Paz you should ideally stay near the Malecon of the capital of Baja California Sur. At Randomtrip we recommend the following accommodations, depending on how much you want/can invest per night:

• Hotel Zar La Paz (from 65$/night): one of the most economical options in downtown La Paz, close to the Malecon and with quality and comfort.
• Maar Studios (from 65$/night): if you prefer to stay in a self-catering apartment instead of a hotel room, check out these studios two blocks from the Malecón.
• Aquamarina (from 89$/night): an excellent value for money option. It was where our friends Sara and Rui stayed so we have excellent first hand opinions.
• Hotel HBlue (from 160$/night): comfortable rooms, friendly staff, rich breakfast and central location
• Malecón 1680 (from 186$/night): an unbeatable view and close to everything

• Casa Al Mar (from 268$): in the heart of the Malecón and with an entrance that does not go unnoticed when walking around, this accommodation has 4-star suites and a very good-looking restaurant.

• Baja Club Hotel (from 295$/night): if you want to treat yourself, this 5-star hotel, member of Design Hotels, is the place to stay in La Paz. Impeccable aesthetics, comfort and an incredible sunset from the hotel’s terrace bar. The companion we went with on the whale shark tour was staying here and couldn’t recommend it more, he was thrilled.

• República Pagana (from 308$/night): another option if you want to stay in one of the best hotels in La Paz with views and swimming pool.

If none of these accommodations convince you, take a look at all these in this link and remember that the prices we mention are approximate and change according to the type of room and the season.

Best restaurants in La Paz

• Taco Fish La Paz: We loved these fish and shrimp tacos. Good, hearty and inexpensive with super friendly service.
• La Carreta: we liked the shrimp tostadas and the sierra salad so much that we repeated.

• Claros Fish Jr.: another taco place that we loved and very well priced. Ideal to try several specialties of Southern Californian gastronomy.
• Made Pizza Bar: if you have a craving for pizza, go to Made, incredible quality and pizzas from the most traditional to the most original. In fact, in the same street pizzeria there are several options with several terraces and good vibes (Note that the pizzeria does not open until 17:00h).

• Paradiso Bakery: if you don’t want Mexican antojitos or local breakfast in the morning, Paradiso’s bread, juices, croissants and coffee are your best option. It was the place where we had the best breakfast in La Paz. It is on the same premises as Made Pizzas but Paradiso is not open in the evenings, only in the mornings so they share the beautiful terrace.

We will give you a few more restaurant recommendations that we tried and/or that were recommended to us in our complete guide to La Paz.

Recommendations to visit La Paz and swim with whale sharks as a responsible tourist

At Randomtrip we always advocate animal welfare over human entertainment, so here are our recommendations for this activity, based on our experience:

• Adjust your expectations: If you go in the season we recommend at Randomtrip, you will probably get to swim with the whale shark, but there are never guarantees.
• Increase your patience: It is possible to spot a “free” whale shark (remember that there can only be one boat per whale shark) in minutes or it may take longer. You never know what nature will give you that day but remember that just being there is a privilege.
• Never push the captain and/or guide to get too close or overstay. The captains know the rules by heart, know the boat and the area like the back of their hand and have been observing whale shark behavior for years, so listen to them and don’t “force” them to break the rueles. Unfortunately, even though there are regulations to abide by, sometimes captains/guides, in order to please clients, give in to forcing some rules due to client pressure. Don’t do it and remember to always put the welfare of the animal before your entertainment.
• Do not touch the whale shark. It is completely forbidden, they will remind you in the briefing, so don’t be an irresponsible tourist and don’t promote animal abuse.
• Be kind to other people: During our tour we were lucky to share the experience with people who lived this incredible activity with excitement and respect and, unfortunately, with others who did not (they soaked our towels and backpacks – unintentionally – without an apology, and chose “the best place” on the boat both on the way there and on the way back, without even asking or communicating it with the rest of the group). If you go on a shared tour, learn to share space with everyone else so that everyone can have an excellent experience.
• Be responsible with waste and resource management: Remember the unique and special environment you are in, don’t throw absolutely nothing into the sea and bring a reusable water bottle to avoid buying single-use plastic bottles.

Checklist: what to bring to swim with whale sharks

Here is the list of products that we believe you should bring for this whale shark adventure:

• A  reusable water bottle like one of these to carry water with you all the time and void single-use plastic.
• Water proof dry bag like this one, very useful to keep your photographic equipment, cell phone and wallet safe from getting wet on the boat (whales sometimes blow near the boat or even hit the water with their fin or tail near the boat, and water can reach the boat).
• A neck gaiter like this one to protect yourself from wind and cold
• Sun screen: the sun is strong in Baja California Sur so it is a must to take care of your skin. Always look for a Coral Friendly Sunscreen, i.e. one that protects your skin without harming marine ecosystems by avoiding ingredients such as oxybenzone and octinoxate, which are harmful to corals. Nor that it has been tested on animals.
• A hat or a cap (like this one) and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun
• Windbreaker waterproof jacket: like this one. On the boat, depending on the conditions, it can be a bit chilly, so the ideal is to wear a windbreaker to protect you from the cold, the sun, and the water if it splashes.
• A phone lanyard: due to the wind and sometimes the jumps of the boat, it is advisable to have some protection for your smartphone so that you do not drop it (either inside the boat or at sea).
• A floating sunglass strap: as with the smartphone, it is advisable to have something similar for the glasses (we witnessed a couple of cases of people who had their sunglasses “blown” into the water and could not recover them, plus it is plastic that pollutes the sea).
• A good camera to register your adventures. At Randomtrip we carry a Sony ZV-E10 and a Gopro Hero12 Black (for underwater pictures)
• A Power bank: taking so many pictures will drain your batteries, so it’s always a good idea to carry a good powerbank. At Randomtrip we travel with these 2 (Anker 20000 mAh and  Anker 10000 mAh), which allow us to charge both our phones and our cameras.
• First aid kit: In our first-aid kit there is always a medicine against seasickness (such as biodramine for seasickness on boats), antibiotics, anti-diarrhea medication (and a probiotic to recover more quickly), antihistamines, painkillers and antipyretics and, of course, travel insurance. If you hire your travel insurance with IATI using this link you will get a 5% discount

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At Randomtrip we fulfilled a dream in La Paz meeting, for the first time, the beautiful whale shark. If you do it too, tell us about it in comments!