Sperm whale swimming in the Sea of Cortez
Being water and land

Marine safaris
& diving in Baja

Marine expeditions guided by biologists in Baja California Sur. Swim with sea lions, meet whales face to face and explore the Sea of Cortez like few ever have.

15+Unique expeditions
10K+Happy adventurers
9.8Average rating
Documental · Jacques Cousteau

The Sea of Cortez is one of the most biodiverse seas on the planet. Jacques Cousteau called it "the aquarium of the world."

Seafari in La Ventana
Our favorite
La Ventana · Cerralvo Island

The marine safari everyone is talking about

A safari with no script. Guided by marine biologists, we sail in search of the unexpected, 40 minutes from La Paz.

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Sardine Run in Magdalena Bay
The most adventurous
Magdalena Bay · Nov-Dec

The wildest safari in the Pacific

Thousands of sardines, marlin hunting at full speed, whales feeding. A phenomenon that lasts only two months a year.

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Diving in Cabo Pulmo
Best diving
Cabo Pulmo · National Park

The only living reef in the Gulf

25,000 years of coral, bull sharks, massive schools of fish. One of the most successful marine reserves in the world.

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Espiritu Santo Island
Most iconic
Espiritu Santo Island · UNESCO World Heritage

Swim with curious sea lions

Pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters and one of the largest sea lion colonies in the Gulf of California.

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Not sure what to pick?Find your expedition

In La Paz and not sure which tour to take?

Answer 4 quick questions — including your travel month — and we'll tell you which expedition suits you best based on each one's real season.

Takes 30 seconds. Zero commitment.

1. Do you know how to dive?

Our expeditions

Designed for real encounters with marine life

Small groups, marine biologist guide, photo and video included. No script, no crowds.

Stay several days

Combine and save

Coming to Baja for several days? Bundle activities and pay less. We coordinate your dates over WhatsApp.

La Paz Duo

2 days
  • Swim with Whale Sharks
  • Snorkel at Espíritu Santo Island
$4,100 MXN$3,690 MXNper personYou save $410 MXN
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Tailor-made

Build your week

Tell us how many days you're coming and what excites you. We'll design your ideal itinerary at a package price.

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Season calendar

The best time for every expedition

The sea keeps its own schedule. Pick your travel month and discover which encounters await.

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Gray Whale · Puerto ChaleMothers and calves
Whale SharkSnorkeling
Scuba Diving Espiritu SantoSea lions · Shipwrecks
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Head to head

What usually ruins a safari — and how we do it differently

THE TYPICAL WAY

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A panga with 20 peopleChaotic, impersonal experience with zero real connection.

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Guides with no scientific trainingNo insight into behavior, no respect for the animals.

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Photos promised, never deliveredOr delivered far below expectations.

KEABELMET

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Truly small groupsMax 8-10 people per expedition, personalized attention.

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Marine biologist guideStories, animal behavior and real conservation practices.

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Photo and video includedProfessional captures delivered every time, no fine print.

Why Keabelmet

Authentic, sustainable, unforgettable adventures

Local expertise

Based in La Paz, we know every corner and the best moment to visit each place.

Safety first

Certified guides, quality equipment and real protocols for your peace of mind.

Small groups

Personalized attention and authentic connections with your fellow travelers.

Led by marine biologists

Specialists with real experience in expeditions and remote camps.

Education and conservation

Every expedition is a chance to learn about and protect the ecosystem.

Photo and video included

Professional captures of your experience, ready to relive the moment.

What our adventurers say

Real experiences, told by the people who lived them

Your next adventure

Ready to experience the Sea of Cortez?

Small groups, marine-biologist guides and real encounters with wildlife. Pick your expedition and save your spot.

Mauricio López, co-founder of Keabelmet
Our story

"The best ocean stories are never written. They are lived."

We started because we believe the ocean can change the way a person sees the world.

From a very young age I found in the sea a place where there was always something new to discover. That curiosity led me to study Marine Biology and, over time, I understood that knowing a species was not enough: what truly mattered was getting more people to fall in love with it.

Because nobody protects what they do not know.

Mauricio LópezCo-founder of Keabelmet Expeditions
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Whale in the Sea of Cortez

Your next wild encounter starts here

Message us on WhatsApp and we will put your expedition together — small groups, marine biologist guide, photo and video included.