Nirik | Shark Encounter - Open Ocean Safari

By: Pete Rodríguez
Guide in La Paz
Description

Marine biologist and absolutely passionate about the sea. I love being outdoors and sharing my knowledge and experience in the area with people from all around, teaching the diversity of Mexico and the importance of animals and ecosystems.

Experience

I'm a marine biologist specializing in sharks. I have a master's degree in marine sciences, rescue diver with more than 500 dives, I practice recreational kayaking, snorkeling and a bit of surfing. I've been in La Paz for 8 years and I have become an expert in logistics for any trip or expedition in the area. I have organized a filming expedition for Fundación Televisa and I have participated in National Geographic Expeditions.
- Certifications (2)
  - Observación y nado con el Tiburón Ballena en la Bahía de La Paz, B.C.S.
  - Registro Nacional de Turismo

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La Paz (Baja California Sur)

	Experience by: experiences agency (Guided by Pete Rodríguez or someone of his team)
	This activity is private
	Price: $11,600.00 MXN total for 1 to 4 people Extra person: $2,900.00 MXN per person (maximum 4 people)
	Pick up the customer To the airport: n/a To the hotel: n/a
	Meeting point: Plaza Cerralvo, Zona Central, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S.
	Available languages: Spanish, English
	Physical Activity Level: Medium
	Availability: Recurrente con horario flexible.
	Departure: 8:00 am Return: 3:00 pm
	Includes: The guide is an expert in marine biology. Snack Entrance fees Certified guide Experience's necessary equipment

About this experience

Do you dare to snorkel with sharks and other marine animals in the wild? The south end of the Gulf of California is most abundant in marine life, from birds, dolphins, whales, mobulas, sea lions, pelagic fish and the main target of this expedition…sharks. Our insignia expedition and the inception of Shark Encounters Mexico, is an open ocean safari, where in addition to the chance of sighting many species, we will be actively looking for several species of sharks that live in this region, not just to see them up close, but to snorkel with them without the protection of a shark cage. Besides been broadly misunderstood and with an unjustified bad reputation, sharks are curious and shy creatures, and with the help of our team of shark behavior experts marine biologists, that will teach you the right way to behave inside the water, they won’t represent any danger for us, and you will have a safe and unforgettable experience, that will change your perspective of sharks forever. Logistics: The departing spot of our Shark Encounters - Open Ocean Safari may vary, so we can start our expedition from La Paz, Cabo San Lucas, Punta Arena, and Cabo Pulmo depending to the presence and abundance of sharks and marine fauna in different places. Once aboard the boat, we will be on our way to the sighting spot in a 30-60min boat ride, where our safari starts. Once we arrive, we will start doing some chumming to attract shark to our boat, and once they approach, it’s time to get in the water and enter their realm. It doesn’t matter if we sight shark, mobulas or dolphins, we will enjoy everything that we find. From December to April (Cold season)- we can see mako and blue sharks and humpback whales on a regular basis. From May- July (Warm-season)- Smooth hammerheads, silky sharks and mobula mantas are very abundant. From August to November (Hot season)- The best SCUBA diving season of the year. Crystal clear waters, silky sharks and starting in October, Bull Sharks in Cabo Pulmo National Park. Without a doubt, an incredible expedition meant not for simple tourists and it doesn´t matter if it’s your first time swimming with sharks or you are a pro shark diver, this expedition is meant for explorers addicted to the extreme. *Research and Conservation: Our Open Ocean Safari is an excellent opportunity for you to learn about shark species and marine fauna and for us to do our scientific research regarding shark populations and behavior in the Gulf of California and Mexican Pacific. If you want to participate in any way, you can help us in our data compilation and if you like photography, whether a beginner or a pro, you can help us by taking photos we could use in our photo-ID catalog.
Recommendations

- Our expeditions have a departing time that will be exposed to you at the time of your reservation. Been on time is fundamental to maximize the time of our expedition.
Restrictions

- Besides we do all our efforts to find sharks, we cannot guarantee shark or any marine fauna sightings. The ocean is unpredictable so we ask to be patient and understand. - We reserve the right to cancel any expedition at any time, due to weather conditions. - The consumption of any alcoholic beverage is prohibited. If we notice any sign or alcohol intoxication or effects or any legal or illegal drug, you will not be allowed to be onboard the vessel at the time of our departure. This is for your security at sea.
Requirements

- Reservations required at least 2 days in advance. - Does not require diving certification. - All our participants must sign a liability waiver prior to the time of departure of the expedition. - The minimum age to participate in our Open Ocean Safari is 10 years old, accompanied by an adult.

Shark Encounter - Open Ocean Safari

By: Pete Rodríguez Guide in La Paz

La Paz (Baja California Sur)

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By: Pete Rodríguez
Guide in La Paz