A Guide to Visit Balandra Beach Mexico

Balandra Beach Mexico or Playa Balandra is one of the most beautiful beaches in the La Paz, Mexico that is why it is highly rated and number of people visit this place every year.

Although there are various breathtaking beaches in the Tulum and Cancun but this one has the mesmerizing view with the serene, surface blue water.

If you are planning your vacations in Mexico then Balandra Beach Mexico is the perfect destination and here is the complete guide to visit this place.

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• Swimming with Sharks: If you are in the La Paz, try not to miss the exciting opportunity to swim with sharks.  Best whale shark tour.
• Balandra Beach and Hiking Tour: Mexico’s best beach is on the top of almost every tourist’s list who intend to visit La Paz, Mexico. Moreover, hiking at this place is also fun. View the Exceptional Balandra hiking tour.
• Waterfalls Day Trip: Fox Canyon Waterfall and Santa Rita Hot Springs are the very famous places in the La Paz and you will definitely enjoy the trip.
• Sea of Cortez: It is a highly recommended tour and a best thing to do in La Paz.
• Where to Stay: Various luxury suites are available near Balandra beach Mexico and in the La Paz, some of the best include; Orchid House, Residence Las Flores, and The Mantarraya Outpost.

Balandra Beach Mexico Travel Guide

Balandra Beach is the most famous beach in the Mexico and the place is really beautiful. People consider it the most attractive landscape because of the scenic hills, cliffs, turquoise water, beautiful mangroves, and white sand.

You can have a lifetime experience in the water by standing still in the smaller waves and water moves across your feet and it feels like you are moving with water but actually you are not. Apart from this you can also do other fun things such as;

• Walk through mushroom rocks
• Kayaking
• Hiking

What makes Balandra Beach Mexico so popular?

The main reason for the popularity of the Balandra beach Mexico is its beauty. There are stunning water views that leave the people mesmerizing. Although nearby beaches are also wonderful but it stands out due its surroundings and size.

There are dry cliffs and mangrove lagoons that further adds to the attractiveness of the view.

Where is Balandra Beach Mexico?

It is present in the Balandra Bay, Baja California Sur, Mexico. It is located at the 30 minutes’ drive from one of the important tourist’s destination, La Paz and it is around 3 hours away from Los Cabos.

You can easily get here in 40 minutes through La Paz International Airport and in around 3 hours from Los Cabos International Airport.

Balandra Beach Mexico Directions from Los Cabos

From Los Cabos, you need to travel North side on the Highway 19 past Todos Santos. After reaching La Paz you have to take La Paz-El Tecolote (Baja California Sur) and you will enter in the Highway 11. You will pas through some other beaches like Playa El Tesoro and then to Balandra beach Mexico.

Top Rated Playa Balandra Tour from Los Cabos

Private Tour from Cabo San Lucas

• Pickup in Cabo San Lucas.
• 5-star rating

With this tour you will get an opportunity to own a private tour with car, driver, and guide. While coming back to Cabo, they will also provide an opportunity to visit Cerritos Beach and Todos Santos.

“This tour was the absolute highlight of our trip to Cabos. Balandra beach is the most beautiful beach I have ever been to, the pictures just dont give enough justice to this place. The tour was just perfect, our guides, Ricardo and Hector, made sure we had enough time to visit every place and that we enjoy it at our own rythmm it is your own private tour, so everything was perfect!”

Sergio VIATOR

Balandra Beach Mexico Directions from La Paz

The easiest way to reach to Balandra beach from La Paz is the drive North through Highway 11. It is about 30 minutes away from La Paz.

Top Rated Playa Balandra La Paz Tour

Small Group Tour with Snorkeling, Kayaking, and Hiking

• 5-star ratings

This tour is highly recommended because it includes lunch (vegan options available) kayaking and snorkeling at the beach and then hiking at the nearby places like Tecolote beach.

 “Best way to experience the Balandra area hands down!!! The guides are so friendly and knowledgeable, and the activities are a blast and the best combination of things to give you a comprehensive understanding of this wonderful place. It was hot for sure but the hike felt totally manageable since you get the breeze up on the hillsides and some shade as you explore the intertidal zone. We learned a ton about the local vegetation, wildlife, and even geology and anthropology. Our guides went out of their way to make sure we had a total blast, and it worked. Big time recommendation over here!!!”

Aksel VIATOR

Insider tips for Playa Balandra

Entry into the beach is restricted and time bound and there are also conflicts about the entry fee so carefully read these insider tips before visiting Balandra beach Mexico.

1. Look for the updated information

When you will search about the Balandra beach Mexico, you may find some conflicting information regarding the opening and closing hours, entry fee etc. But always note that if the information is new or outdated and only trust the latest articles and blogs.

Entry ticket or entry Fee

There is no ticket to enter the beach and entry is free. But when you search online there are official looking sites that sell the tickets to enter the Balandra beach Mexico but these are fake.

There is one site that sell the bracelets for National Park and says it is essential to buy these tickets before entering the beach. So, do not fall in the trap. You can confirm whether there is an entry ticket for National Park or not but entry into Playa Balandra is free.

Arrive on time

Entry into the beach is time bound and restricted because of the large number of visitors. You can enter between 8 am and 12 pm and then in the second shift visitors can enter the beach between 1 and 5 pm.

Because of the time schedule, you need to carefully plan your trip. If you will reach late you may find an hour or two to visit the beach. So, always arrive before the opening time to avoid the rush and long lines.

Hike to see the beach from above

It is a good idea to hike for some time on the cliffs right next to the beach parking to see the view from above. In this way you will enjoy the beautiful scene and also have an idea what to explore the next.

Main area of the beach and mangroves are located left to the cliff and mushroom rock is situated right. Moreover, there are some private beaches nearby where you can go via kayak.

Kayaking through mangroves

The kayaks are available on the beach for rent ($22 USD or 400 pesos) and if you rent it out try kayaking on the mangroves that are present in the Southwest of the parking. You can also kayak in the main area of the beach but water is shallow there and it seems quite boring.

Pack your lunch or snacks with you

Balandra beach Mexico is still undeveloped and you will not be able to get food and drinks because there are no restaurants and bars. So, pack your food with you. Although, you can buy from nearby beaches but on return you again wait in the line to enter the beach so, it is better to keep something to eat.

Walk through the mushroom rock

It is a very famous rock to the Northwest of the Balandra bay and is also known as La Paz mushroom rock or Hongo de Balandra.

It is a beautiful place and the shape of the rock resembles the mushroom but the original rock was broken many years ago and its head is now artificially replaced.

Be aware of the stingrays

Sting rays are present in the water and can sometime do harm as their sting is very dangerous. They usually do not bite but can do so if these are scared or you put your foot on it. Be careful and shuffle your foot on the sand in water so they can get an idea about your presence and move away.

Pack your trash with you

Due to large number of visitors the beach could get dirty easily so always try to clean the place and do not spread litter and behave like a responsible citizen.

Getting Around Baja California Sur

Renting a car: It is the best way to get around but carefully check the prices from local companies for better experience.

Bus: You can find good bus services between Cabo airport and La Paz downtown.

Tours: Guided tours can provide you with the best experience in the La Paz Mexico and other areas of Baja California Sur.  Browse La Paz tours here to explore the tour of your choice.

Uber, Taxi, and Didi: Taxi and Uber are good choices to travel to and from the airport. The new application (Didi) is also common in Mexico these days that provides safe travels at a reasonable price.

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