Join a team of marine biologists, ecologists, and naturalists who will guide your whale watching adventure. Listen to outstanding commentary about the local environment. Gain real-time insight into the whales’ ecology and behavior while collecting scientific data for ongoing research and conservation projects. During your encounters, observe whales spouting while cruising along, or powerfully breaching and tail slapping while playing or fighting. It is breeding season in the Mexican Pacific so there is a lot going on! If you're lucky enough, you may find females nursing their calves, or maybe listen to the intriguing songs performed by males as part of their courtship ritual. By taking part in this expedition, you are contributing directly to marine research and monitoring activities led by Onca Explorations and its partners for the conservation of whales and dolphins in this important region of the Mexican Pacific and the Gulf of California.

In winter, it's possible to view the gentlest giants of the ocean, humpback whales. On this tour, you'll enjoy a fun ride along the bay in which you may also find dolphins, turtles, sea lions, manta rays, and other forms of sea life. This adventure is sure to be the highlight of your holidays. Guided by passionate sea experts on board a high-speed, semi-rigid boat, the experience is perfect for the whole family and allows you to experience these majestic creatures in comfort and safety. The local partner's team is unique in the region and the boats are internationally certified.  Don't forget your camera, so you can relive all the special moments in the years to come.

The insular areas (islands, islets, and rocks) of the Gulf of California represent approximately 50% of the insular territory of Mexico. On this route, you will get to know the most important islets of Sinaloa, which are in front of the port of Mazatlan. On board a high-speed, semi-rigid boat, you'll cross the bay whilst discovering different islands, islets, rocks, and beaches. This will give you the opportunity to take photos while your guides share the history, geology, and life of each of these landmarks. During your tour, you'll be surrounded by diverse types of birds, such as gulls, frigates, and ducks, among many animals such as dolphins, turtles, and with a bit of luck, stingrays. On the morning tour, snorkel and spend some free time on the famous Deer Island. On the afternoon tour, enjoy a beautiful sunset show.

Immerse yourself in warm waters on a snorkeling tour in the Bay of Mazatlan. Enjoy exploring the bay, and spot different species of wildlife while snorkeling on this private snorkeling experience with guides. Discover a new side of Mazatlan, far from crowds and perfect for family. Start the tour with pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Mazatlan and travel to the bay for your snorkeling adventure. Receive your snorkeling equipment once you arrive at the bay, and receive a brief lesson on basic snorkeling skills before setting out into the bay. Spot different aquatic species, explore the underground landscape, and enjoy the clear water in the bay. Learn more about the local environment and species from a highly qualified crew, and enjoy fun interpretation about sea life as well as the Bay of Mazatlan's marine environment and natural history.