Getting ashore
La Paz is usually a dock stop.
Most ships dock at La Paz, which usually makes the day simpler: walk off the ship, meet your tour, and get back on board without tender queues.
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La Paz Cruise Port
La Paz is a solid port day with regular dockside arrivals and lighter cruise traffic throughout the year, but concentrated in April, October, and December.
Usually docks
Usually quiet
~9h typical visit
Larger ships
What to expect in La Paz
How much time will you have?
About 9h is typical
Most cruises spend 9h to 9h in La Paz, which makes it a solid port day compared with many stops.
How busy does La Paz get?
This is usually a quieter cruise stop.
Multiple ships overlap on roughly 6% of days, so most dates should feel manageable.
- Typical day: ~3,950 passengers
- Busy day: 3,950+ passengers
- Multiple ships on 6% of days
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Where La Paz fits into a cruise
La Paz is most commonly visited on Mexican Riviera itineraries, often alongside Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas .
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When to cruise to La Paz
Cruises visit year-round, with the busiest season from April, October, and December.
Cruises visit year-round, with the busiest season from April, October, and December.
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Who sails here?
Ships visiting La Paz typically carry around 3,930 guests, with Carnival Panorama, Serenade of the Seas, and Carnival Firenze calling most often.
Most frequently visiting ships
- 1 Carnival Panorama 25 calls
- 2 Serenade of the Seas 8 calls
- 3 Carnival Firenze 1 call
- 4 Crown Princess 1 call
- 5 Crystal Serenity 1 call
- 6 Emerald Princess 1 call
Next port calls
Nov 10 Koningsdam
Nov 12 Carnival Panorama
Nov 16 Carnival Firenze
Nov 19 Serenade of the Seas
Nov 26 Serenade of the Seas · Carnival Panorama
Cruises that visit La Paz
Seven Seas Grandeur
Los Angeles → Cabo San Lucas → Puerto Vallarta → Los Angeles
Jan 14, 2027 · 10 nights
Visits La Paz on day 5
$8,699 suite · $870/night
22% below typical · Price trending down
Serenade of the Seas
San Diego → Cabo San Lucas → La Paz → San Diego
Jan 28, 2027 · 7 nights
Visits La Paz on day 5
$510 oceanview · $73/night
11% below typical · Price trending down
Crown Princess
Los Angeles → Cabo San Lucas → Puerto Vallarta → Los Angeles
Oct 13, 2027 · 11 nights
Visits La Paz on day 5
$887 interior · $81/night
25% below typical · 3-month low
Serenade of the Seas
San Diego → Ensenada → La Paz → San Diego
Jan 3, 2027 · 7 nights
Visits La Paz on day 5
$429 oceanview · $61/night
22% below typical · 3-month low
Carnival Panorama
Long Beach → Puerto Vallarta → Cabo San Lucas → Long Beach
Aug 14, 2027 · 8 nights
Visits La Paz on day 6
$639 interior · $80/night
10% below typical · 3-month low
Carnival Panorama
Long Beach → Puerto Vallarta → Cabo San Lucas → Long Beach
Feb 27, 2027 · 8 nights
Visits La Paz on day 6
$428 interior · $54/night
11% below typical · 3-month lowCruise routes that include La Paz
These route families show how cruise lines usually package La Paz, so you can compare the whole trip instead of judging this stop by itself.
Mexican Riviera
Cabo San Lucas → La Paz → Mazatlan + 2 more
From Los Angeles · 10 nights · Next Jan 14
From $8,699 suite · $870/night
Best departure: 22% below typical
1 upcoming departure · 1 ship
Mexican Riviera
Cabo San Lucas → Mazatlan → La Paz
From San Diego · 7 nights · Next Nov 22
From $510 oceanview · $73/night
Best departure: 11% below typical
4 upcoming departures · 1 ship
Mexican Riviera
Cabo San Lucas → La Paz → Mazatlan + 1 more
From Los Angeles · 11 nights · Next Oct 13
From $887 interior · $81/night
Best departure: 25% below typical
1 upcoming departure · 1 ship
Mexican Riviera
Ensenada → Cabo San Lucas → La Paz
From San Diego · 7 nights · Next Nov 15
From $429 oceanview · $61/night
Best departure: 22% below typical
4 upcoming departures · 1 ship
Mexican Riviera · Hawaii
Hilo → Kailua-Kona → Kahului + 11 more
From San Diego · 30 nights · Next Nov 19
From $3,164 oceanview · $105/night
Best departure: typical pricing
1 upcoming departure · 1 ship
Mexican Riviera
Cabo San Lucas → La Paz → Guaymas + 1 more
From Los Angeles · 10 nights · Next Dec 30
From $4,342 suite · $434/night
Best departure: typical pricing
1 upcoming departure · 1 ship
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FAQ about cruises visiting La Paz
Which cruise itineraries usually include La Paz?
Cruises that call at La Paz often follow itineraries such as Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & La Paz, Mexican Riviera Loop from Los Angeles: Cabo San Lucas & La Paz, and Mexican Riviera Loop via La Paz & Cabo San Lucas.
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