KAYAK & SNORKEL ADVENTURE

Mazatlán, Sin., México

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Onca Explorations
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40 reviews
Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 15
KAYAK & SNORKEL ADVENTURE
Mazatlán, Sin., México

Onca Explorations
  • Email address verified
40 reviews

Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 15

About this trip

Explore the islands of Mazatlan on your own kayak and snorkel in some of the best locations! On this adventure you will enjoy a journey through its natural and geological history interpreted by our team of naturalist guides and visit beautiful beaches for swimming, and the best reef locations for snorkeling in the bay of Mazatlan. 

Highlights

 

  •  By far, the best way to explore the islands!
  • Our guides are passionate about natural history and the ocean, they will take you to some of the best reef locations most tourists never see! 
  • Kayaks for all levels: Single for the most experienced and adventurous, Double to share, or Tandem Double (with guide) a great option for children and beginners. 
  • With your participation you are supporting important marine life research and conservation programs. 
  • Your guide carries a GoPro camera to document your adventure like a pro!

What to bring?

  

  • Bathing suit
  • Rash guard or lycra shirt
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunblock (waterproof and reef friendly)
  • Dry bag (recommended)
  • Binoculars
  • Lots of energy!
  • Good attitude!


Restrictions

· This tour leaves from a beach location in front of Isla Pájaros where we paddle off 800 mts to the island for our first snorkeling session. From then on, it mainly depends on your level of experience and fitness to circumnavigate around the 3 islands or just one. Any way you choose, it´s always good fun!

· The minimum age to ride this tour is 6 years old accompanied always by an adult (main paddler) on a double kayak. Children above 12 years old can ride alone on a single kayak.

· Tour can be arranged for larger groups to fit your needs contact us for details!

· For safety reasons this tour is not recommended for expecting mothers or persons with heart conditions, neck and/or back problems.

What’s included

  • The experience
    4-hour expedition
  • Pick up
    Transportation Hotel - Marina
  • Expert guides
    Highly qualified & bilingual expedition leaders and naturalist guide
  • Lecture on conservation
    Lecture on island ecology and conservation in Mexico
  • Equipment
    Guided snorkeling sessions with basic equipment
  • Hiking
    Optional hike to the top of Venados Island
  • Snacks & drinks
    Bottled water, soft drinks, fruit & appetizers

What’s not included

  • Tips for guides
    Tips for captains & guides (custom is about 10% of fare paid).
  • Drop off
    The return from the marina to your hotel is not included

Available Packages

Single Kayak (one person)

Price per one adult in a single kayak in one of our charter expeditions


*Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements of 4 pax in double kayak or 3 in single kayak. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

$95
Double kayak (one person)

Price per one adult in a double kayak in one of our charter expeditions 

  

*Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements of 4 pax in double kayak or 3 in single kayak. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

$85


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Onca Explorations
40 reviews
Our ecotours and expeditions are specially designed to enhance your connection with nature and to inspire you to love and protect our living planet. Our one of a kind travel experiences combine elements of exploration, science, experiential learning and cultural exchange, with sustainable tourism activities, for you to witness and experience profound connections with wildlife. While we explore, we learn, we educate, and we document to promote awareness about the value and threats to biodiversity.

Reviews

We booked a private tour to the Chara Pinta Reserve, which was a splurge for us, but worth every penny! Having an opportunity to enjoy the Sierra Madre Occidental pine-oak habitat, see numerous endemic birds, and be invited for lunch in a local home was a truly special experience. Ciro from ONCA spoke excellent English (and was subjected to my sketchy Spanish), and was very knowledgeable about numerous naturalist topics. I am glad to know that the cost of this trip helps fund ONCA's mission as well as the El Palmito community. I hope that both ONCA and the community of El Palmito are successful in gaining a national protection designation for this special area. Touring the area is the best way to support it: if eco-tourism creates a greater financial gain than extractive land uses, these threatened species can be protected even as the ejido community is supported. Tip: I found WhatsApp vs. email to be the best way to reach out with any questions before booking. If I find myself in Mazatlan again, I will absolutely book another ONCA experience.
By Paula R for TUFTED JAY PRESERVE | BIRDWATCHING & HIKING on Apr 15, 2024
We absolutely loved our marine safari! Ciro was a wonderful guide and we were able to swim with turtles and saw several dolphins, a manta ray, and marlins. It was a great experience and we would definitely do it again!
By Kaisha T for MARINE SAFARI on Apr 08, 2024
We had a wonderful experience with the crew and other visitors! My sister was here in Mazatlan and wanted Whale watching trip and we were all thrilled by all the whales, dolphins, and turtles we saw! Highly recommend it! Thank you for an enlightening day!
By Barbara for WHALE WATCHING ADVENTURE IN MAZATLAN | @ONCAEXPLORA on Feb 26, 2024
1000% would recommend! Must do while in Mazatlan, TOP experience with ONCA and Ciro. Nothing on land compares.
By YHT B for BALLENAS EN MAZATLÁN CON ONCA EXPLORACIONES on Feb 17, 2024
We had a WONDERFUL time on this tour and learned so much! Ciro was a great guide and very knowledgeable. We got some really great views of whales and saw and heard some cool things. The staff seemed to really know how to find good whales to see. Highly recommend!
By Liam E for WHALE WATCHING ADVENTURE IN MAZATLAN | @ONCAEXPLORA on Jan 28, 2024
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