Baja California

Serpentario Reptile Shelter

Spend a peaceful hour amongst rescued reptiles, birds, and rodent species

Wildlife

Highlights

  • See 14 different types of rattlesnake
  • Feed the rabbits and guinea pigs
  • Meet the reptiles, housed in natural settings

Serpentario Reptile Shelter

If you’re staying in La Paz, you’re in for a treat because there are loads of activities on offer here. A nice place to visit if you have a little bit of time is El Serpentario De La Paz, in the La Posada neighbourhood. Its an hour walk from the centre of La Paz, so you may want to get a taxi.

Baja California

The santuary is best known for its reptiles, such as iguana and snakes. There are lots of different types of rattle snake, including the rattle-less snake, and an aviary full of very colourful and vocal birds. Most animals are rescues and will be rehabilitated here. As well as the snakes, you can see guinea pigs and rabbits, tortoise, water turtles, alligators, and much more. Maybe you’ll be lucky enough to be there at feeding time to learn about the pythons’ and rattlesnakes’ feeding habits!

You can visit the centre all year round and enjoy an educational tour, led by a dedicated team of staff and volunteers.

Iguana

How can I book my visit to the Serpentario?

If you are booking a holiday to Baja California with us at Archipelago Choice, then we can include this experience in your itinerary and will arrange a private transfer. There are lots of other activities to enjoy in and around La Paz, so do get in touch if you would like some recommendations.

Best time to go

The weather is great all year round and it can get particularly hot in the summer months with occasional tropical rains and storms in August and September. Winds are generally stronger and bring cooler air during the winter months – perhaps the best time to visit Baja California. Spring brings warmer temperatures with the least amount of rain. January to March is the best season to see migrating whales give birth in the lagoons.

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