15 Sailing and Snorkeling Trips in Cabo San Lucas Worth Booking

1.Lands End Luxury Sail and Snorkel Cruise in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 816 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $105Our pick

Join a maximum of 14 people at Cabo’s marina for a three-hour sail to El Arco and Playa de los Amantes. Snorkel with supplied gear, enjoy lunch and an open bar, and watch for sea lions and whales. Crew members such as David, Angel, Javier, and Mario are known for attentive service.

“The boat and crew were fabulous! The ride out to the snorkeling was easy and short. We saw lots of beautiful fish. We were given drinks and food back on the boat, then went down around the southern tip of Baja. Crew was very attentive and when the sails went up and they cut the engine, it was even better! We would highly recommend this tour. Thank you all for a great experience!”

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2.Cabo San Lucas All-Inclusive Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend three hours aboard a private Papillon Yachts catamaran in Cabo San Lucas. Swim, snorkel, kayak, paddle board, or relax on a floating mat while the crew serves lunch, drinks, and scenic stops at El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and Medano Beach. Whale watching is included in season.

“Ana, Carlos, and Captain Eddie were so great. They were very welcoming and made sure all our needs were taken care of. It was nice to see the crew interact with everyone and share stories and experiences with us. We really enjoyed ourselves and would highly recommend booking with them!”

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3.Snorkel, Lunch & Sail in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

Sail from Cabo San Lucas on a solar-powered catamaran, pass the Arch and Lover’s Beach, snorkel in the Sea of Cortez, and enjoy a taco buffet with an open domestic bar. The 3.5-hour outing suits families and groups, but bring cash for the $5 dock fee and expect variable water conditions.

“Excellent experience! The catamaran was clean and very well maintained. The entire crew was very attentive. They served us drinks & a delicious meal. We had a stop at el arco were we had plenty of time to take pictures and enjoy the view, then continued to the snorkel were there was plenty of marine life. We even got to see a group of turtles along the way.”

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4.Cabo San Lucas Private 38 ft Sailing Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 183 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Book a private 38-foot sailboat for up to four people and shape your three hours around El Arco, Lovers Beach, snorkeling at Pelican Rock, swimming, or sailing. The crew may include captains and mates such as Gabriel, Angel, Alexis, or Caesar. Drinks, snacks, gear, and a paddleboard are included.

“Absolutely amazing time while for our private sailing. It was just my wife snd I. The crew consisted of Captain Gabriel and Alexis. they were both ready to go at the scheduled time and they were extremely attentive and knowledgeable. We went to see the arch, we swam to lovers beach, and we hoisted the main sale and sailed for about an hour. Overall, the tour lasted approximately three hours. halfway through the tour Alexis prepared some snacks that consisted of fresh guacamole and delicious sandwiches. They had beverages, including beers, tequila and soft drinks on board. They both explained to us the history of the rock formations, as well…”

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5.Multimillion Yacht Cabo Cruise Sunset or Snorkel Optional PICKUP!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $74

Sail Cabo San Lucas aboard the EcoCat catamaran for Arch, Land’s End, Medano Beach, and Lover’s Beach views. Choose a daytime snorkeling cruise or a two-hour sunset sail with an open bar, music, photo opportunities, and optional hotel transport for $14 per person. Roberto Polanco manages the operation.

“We had a great time on this boat. It was comfortable, clean, and the staff was very attentive. They came around to offer beverages throughout the trip, which was nice. Having access to food on board was a big plus as we took the sunset cruise. Finally, the bathrooms were clean. While on the boat, we took some amazing photos of the arc, land's end, and the city. If you aren't a good photographer, don't worry. Professional photographers were on board, and they took some amazing photos, which we gladly purchased. We had an amazing, relaxing experience on the water.”

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6.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

You’ll sail from Cabo San Lucas with a private crew led by Danny and stop at Santa Maria Bay for snorkeling, swimming, and floating. The cruise includes snacks, bottled water, and an open bar, with views of the arch, Lover’s Beach, sea lions, and possible whales.

“Super fun crew, great music, and the perfect private boat experience. Well worth the price. Would book this again!”

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7.Los Cabos Yacht Adventure – Arch, Snorkel, Lunch, Drinks 1-18ppl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours on a private yacht from Cabo San Lucas Marina. Cruise past El Arco and Lovers Beach, then anchor at Chileno Bay or Santa Maria Bay for swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, floating, snacks, drinks, and a meal. Crews such as Arturo, Nadia, Pablo, and Freddy are known for attentive service.

“My girlfriends and I celebrated a bachelorette party in Cabo and had a blast on this yacht tour. We had 3 hours to ourselves on this yacht. Got to snorkel, paddle board, sun bathe, and swim. On top of that, the captain and first mate prepared us some drinks and refreshments! It was an awesome experience we’d definitely do again!”

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8.Private Luxury 42ft Sailing with Snorkeling in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Take a private three-hour cruise for up to four people aboard a 42-foot sailboat. Snorkel at Pelican Rock, pass El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and the sea lions, then sail toward the Pacific with lunch, snacks, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks.

“An amazing experience sailing the Sea of Cortez and snorkelling amongst the fish. Ivan and Jesus made sure we had the very best afternoon, helping us with our 2 1/2 year old grandson (who was a bit seasick!) and ensuring we oldies were able to get off and on the boat safely into the water! A really thoughtful touch was the cake for our daughters 40th birthday and the food, margaritas and beer were all perfect! Thank you Ivan and Jesus, today was a very special day for all of us!”

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9.Snorkeling Catamaran Tour at Santa Maria Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 110 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69Best value

Cruise from Cabo Marina to the Arch, Lover’s Beach, and Santa Maria Bay aboard a catamaran limited to 40 people. Snorkel for about 45 minutes with crew help, then enjoy guacamole, salsa, chips, tuna sandwiches, beer, margaritas, and soft drinks.

“We went on this excursion as a group of 4 women. It was honestly so much fun! From the onboard staff, the yummy and constantly flowing drinks, stopping to see whales, the beautiful picture opportunities, the snorkeling and swimming bay area, the music, and the lunch (Guac, Salsa, Chips, Tuna Sandwiches). They went above and beyond to make sure everyone on board was having fun and enjoying themselves. The staff was lively, funny, dancing, refilling drinks, and honestly, such a fun time. Would 100% do this excursion again!”

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10.3 hour Snorkeling and Catamaran in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 76 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Spend about three hours on a shared catamaran with Tony Castro’s crew, cruising past Cabo’s Arch, Pelican Rock, Lover’s Beach, Land’s End, and the sea lion area before stopping at Chileno Bay. Snorkeling equipment is included, while kayaks and paddleboards depend on the boat.

“It was an amazing experience! Started off with music (sometimes gets a bit loud) and a really great boat ride. They took photos for us and they turned out amazing! You can tell they know which angles are ideal for us. We then got to the snorkeling point which was also fun. The water wasn’t super clear but we could see lots of fish around the area. It’s a spot where other boats go to so we were not alone and it felt safe. After that was the open bar with food like guacamole and mini tuna salad brioche sandwiches. On the way back to the dock we even saw…”

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11.Private Yacht Cruise 4 Hour- Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four hours on a private yacht from Cabo San Lucas with a small group of your own. Cruise past the Arch and sea lions, then stop at Santa Maria or Chileno Bay for swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and possible fishing. Crew members such as Lewis, Leo, and Jorge have led past outings.

“Breathtaking experience, Lewis & his staff was absolutely the best from the Mimosa to the fresh hot fajitas wow best crew …..”

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12.Private yacht charter for cruising & snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Set out from Cabo San Lucas Marina on a private yacht for up to six people. Cruise past Land’s End and Lover’s Beach, snorkel at Pelican Rock, and enjoy Mexican appetizers, an open bar for ages 21 and up, a paddle board, and a floating water mat. Crew members may include Heron, Luis, Charlie, or Tony.

“Captain Heron and his mate Luis really went the extra mile to make us feel special. Will definitely do this again!! Rented the private sailboat for just my husband and I. Beautiful day and experience! Highly recomend!”

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13.Snorkel & Sunset Sail in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Spend the afternoon sailing from Cabo San Lucas to Chileno or Santa María Bay, with snorkel gear included. Stop at the Arch for photos, swim among reef fish, then return for a Mexican buffet, open bar, and sunset. The English-language tour accepts up to 50 people.

“Crew was really great, but the snorkeling sucked. It was basically just open water off a beach and we saw only a few types of fish. The masks leaked and the snorkels were ill-fitting. I’d definitely recommend doing the sunset sail as it was truly magical, but skip out on the snorkeling.”

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14.Luxury 42′ Yacht Tour in Cabo for Snorkeling and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Take a private 42-foot yacht from Cabo Marina past the sea lions and Arch, then stop at Chileno or Santa Maria Bay for snorkeling and paddle boarding. Your crew serves lunch, snacks, drinks, and dessert. Ask for Captain Ali and Arturo if available.

“Wonderful experience. Everyone was professional, fun, and helpful. I will definitely book another private yacht next time I come, but I will do more that just 3 hours!”

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15.Private Yacht Ultimate Fishing and Snorkeling Adventure – 6 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $699

Start at 7:00 am from Cabo San Lucas Marina for a private six-hour yacht outing with fishing, snorkeling, swimming, paddle boarding, and a visit to El Arco, Santa Maria, and Chileno Bay. Omar, Jorge, and Captain Liberty are part of the crew mentioned in the experience details.

“Five stars are not enough! B O O K this N O W!!!! The liberty captain & crew are amazing!!! They are still passionate about fishing, get excited, and make the experience fun! They were in a hurry to beat the crowd to the fish, but in no rusRead more”

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