La Paz: Balandra Mirador Hike — Desert Meets the Sea
Overview
The best-kept secret in La Paz — when wind closes the port and ocean tours pause, Mirador Balandra delivers one of the most spectacular views in Baja. Two viewpoints overlooking the turquoise complex of Balandra beaches, El Hongo, and Isla Espíritu Santo. Maximum 4 guests, local guide, transport included. The desert side of La Paz most visitors never see.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Tips for your guide.
Meeting Location
Paseo Alvaro Obregon casi esquina 16 de Sepriembre Zona Comercial
Zona Comercial, 23000 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Meet at The Hook on the La Paz Malecón for a 20-minute drive north along the coast to the trailhead. Your 4.8km hike climbs 550 feet to Mirador Balandra — two viewpoints overlooking the full complex of Balandra Bay, El Hongo mushroom rock, and Isla Espíritu Santo in the distance.
Moderate trail with loose rocky terrain — proper shoes required. Average 1.5 hours hiking, 3 hours total including transport. Maximum 4 guests.
This is La Paz's best activity on a windy day when the port is closed. While the ocean tours pause, the desert is perfect. Your local guide covers the history, wildlife, and endemic flora and fauna of the Área de Protección de Flora y Fauna Balandra throughout the hike.
Transport from the Malecón included. Year-round. Minimum 2 guests. $1,500 MXN per person.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
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Activity code: C-5515576P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- Snacks.
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Tips for your guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the La Paz: Balandra Mirador Hike — Desert Meets the Sea is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for La Paz: Balandra Mirador Hike — Desert Meets the Sea will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Tips for your guide.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
- Operated by a business
