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15 Snorkeling Trips in Los Cabos Worth Booking

29 tours  ·  from $67

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 snorkeling trips in Los Cabos worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos - Meeting the panga at La Paz’s Malecón
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La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos

1.La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,066 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $259Our pick

Travel from San Jose del Cabo to La Paz, then board a local panga to look for winter whale sharks in their feeding area. Guides such as Mario, Joe, and Juan provide safety help and marine-life facts. The tour includes transport, gear, wetsuits, drinks, and Baja-style fish tacos.

“Awesome experience with the family. Mario, Dante and the captain were very professional and helpful. Food was great. Highly recommend this experience.”

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Cabo Blue Snorkeling Cruise, Open Bar and Lunch in Cabo San Lucas - Pelican Rock and the First Look at Land’s End
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Cabo Blue Snorkeling Cruise, Open Bar and Lunch in Cabo San Lucas

2.Cabo Blue Snorkeling Cruise, Open Bar and Lunch in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 686 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Cruise from Cabo San Lucas to Pelican Rock, Lovers Beach, El Arco, and Santa Maria Bay aboard Cabo Blue’s trimaran. You’ll have about 45 to 50 minutes to snorkel, use paddleboards or a floating mat, and enjoy fresh baguettes, snacks, unlimited drinks, music, and possible whale sightings from December through mid-April.

“Everything was well organized and the crew was extremely friendly and helpful.. The lunch served was also good”

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La Paz World Class Snorkeling in Balandras Hidden Beaches - Boarding the French catamaran at Pichilingue
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La Paz World Class Snorkeling in Balandras Hidden Beaches

3.La Paz World Class Snorkeling in Balandras Hidden Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 582 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $219

Travel from Cabo San Lucas to La Paz, board a French catamaran at Pichilingue, and spend the day near Balandra’s clear beaches. Expect snorkeling, kayaking, a beach stop, breakfast, lunch, and an open bar. The ride is long, and swimming with sea lions is not available in summer.

“The water and mountains were so beautiful. The crew was great. Friendly, fun, and knowing. Food was delicious. DEFINITELY worth the bus ride”

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Cabo San Lucas and Santa Maria Bay Snorkeling Sightseeing Cruise - The Arch and Land’s End photo stop
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Cabo San Lucas and Santa Maria Bay Snorkeling Sightseeing Cruise

4.Cabo San Lucas and Santa Maria Bay Snorkeling Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 582 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Cruise Cabo’s coast aboard the shared Cabo Blue boat, stopping for Arch photos and about 45 minutes of snorkeling at Santa Maria Bay. You get masks, fins, kayaks, paddleboards, lunch, and an open bar. Crew members such as Adrian and Brian are known for attentive service, music, and helping with photos.

“Great crew. Would have given it a 5 stars if the snorkeling was exceptional. Would recommend just for the boating experience. Ton of fun.”

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Snorkeling or Swimming with Sharks in Cabo San Lucas - The briefing matters more than you might expect
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Snorkeling or Swimming with Sharks in Cabo San Lucas

5.Snorkeling or Swimming with Sharks in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 517 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours boating from Cabo San Lucas into the Sea of Cortez with trained shark guides, then snorkel or freedive near pelagic sharks when conditions allow. The trip includes gear, snacks, water, underwater photos, the Arch, and a sea lion colony. No certification is needed.

“This was a horrible experience. There was not enough seating on the boat, the area was not prepared. There was not enough time, and we didn’t even get into the water. Do not recommend!”

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Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove - Chileno Bay: easy access and reef viewing
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Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

6.Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 450 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95

Ride from Cabo San Lucas to two calm, beach-access snorkeling spots with High Tide Los Cabos. Guides such as Marco, Luis, Emilio, Pedro, and Hugo provide gear, wetsuits, local insight, and help in the water. Expect fish, reef formations, possible turtles and rays, shaded rest, and no boat.

“We had an amazing experience with High Tide Los Cabos on their snorkeling tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove. Both locations were absolutely beautiful, with clear water and great marine life—exactly what you hope for when snorkeling in Cabo. The crew was professional, friendly, and very attentive, making sure everyone felt comfortable and had a great time in the water. What really set High Tide apart, though, was their exceptional customer service. After the tour, we realized we had accidentally left an item behind on the van. To our surprise, the crew actually doubled back and returned to deliver the lost item to us. That level of care…”

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Los Cabos: The Arch and Lover's Beach Kayaking + Snorkeling - The short ride from your hotel to Cabo San Lucas
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Los Cabos: The Arch and Lover’s Beach Kayaking + Snorkeling

7.The Arch and Lover’s Beach Kayaking + Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 307 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $102

Paddle a sit-on-top double kayak from Cabo San Lucas Bay to The Arch, Lover’s Beach, and Pelican Rock with guides such as Casey and Carlos. You’ll get a safety briefing, snorkeling gear, snacks, drinks, hotel transfers, and time to spot sea lions, rays, octopuses, and tropical fish.

“It was just what I needed to relax and enjoy the area. Will definitely be doing it again.”

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Los Cabos Arch & Lover’s Beach Tour + Snorkeling Tour - Finding Baja Snorkel at the marina
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Los Cabos Arch & Lover’s Beach Tour + Snorkeling Tour

8.Los Cabos Arch & Lover’s Beach Tour + Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 283 reviews · 2 hours · from $67Best value

Join guide and snorkel instructor Luis from Baja Snorkel for a two-hour trip from Cabo’s marina to Lover’s Beach, El Arco, sea lions, caves, and Pelican Rock. You’ll have about an hour to snorkel, use provided gear, and choose to stay at a nearby beach for pickup later.

“Had a great time! Luis was informative, funny, safe, and led us well on the tour while on the broad and in the water.”

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Cabo San Lucas All-Inclusive Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise - Medano Beach and the final stretch
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Cabo San Lucas All-Inclusive Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise

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

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

You’ll cruise from Cabo’s marina aboard a private Papillon catamaran with crew members such as Ana, Carlos, and Captain Eddie. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, kayak, or relax on a floating mat near El Arco, Lovers Beach, and Medano Beach, with lunch and an open bar included.

“All of the staff were nice and super fun! Made the trip so great. I highly recommend booking this trip! Transportation was easy! We seen whales and got to swim and go up to a little beach for pictures as well. They had a photographer for us, pictures were a little expensive but well worth it!”

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Cabo San Lucas Three Hour Private Boat Snorkeling Tour - El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and the Cabo coastline
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Cabo San Lucas Three Hour Private Boat Snorkeling Tour

10.Cabo San Lucas Three Hour Private Boat Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from Cabo San Lucas at 9:30 a.m. on a private Cabo Blue boat for El Arco photos, Santa Maria snorkeling, paddleboarding, lunch, and an open bar. Crews may include Amanda, Captain Isma, Kike, Brian, Ricardo, Uziel, or Lalo, with whale sightings possible from December 15 to April 15.

“As a group activity, it's a blast! 5 friends spending the morning together eating, drinking and enjoying a beautiful time in the bay. The crew was exceptional. They took care of our every need. Would highly recommend.”

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Cabo San Lucas Private 38 ft Sailing Tour with Snorkeling - El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and the Pacific edge
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Cabo San Lucas Private 38 ft Sailing Tour with Snorkeling

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

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

Spend three relaxed hours aboard a private 38-foot sailboat with a captain and mate such as Gabriel, Alexis, Angel, or Caesar. Cruise past El Arco and Lover’s Beach, snorkel at Pelican Rock, paddleboard, and enjoy sandwiches, snacks, bottled water, and an open bar.

“Javier and Israel were great guides for the afternoon. We had so much fun sailing, snorkeling, swimming, etc. We had one person who had never swam and Israel was a great teacher- very patient and helpful. Our trip was a great ay in Cabo and couldn't have been better!”

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Cabo San Lucas Short Snorkeling Tour with Divemaster Guide - Fish, octopus, eels, and sea lions
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Cabo San Lucas Short Snorkeling Tour with Divemaster Guide

12.Cabo San Lucas Short Snorkeling Tour with Divemaster Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $70

Spend about two hours snorkeling in Cabo’s protected bay with guides such as Cesar, Jesus, Polo, or Martin. Expect shallow, calm water, colorful fish, provided gear, bottled water, and a boat ride past the Arch, Lovers Beach, Pelican Rock, and sea lions.

“Friendly staff, amazing service, great activity, lots of beautiful fish. Would recommend to anyone who wants to snorkel or scuba”

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Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise in Los Cabos - Lovers Beach, the arch, and the sea lion colony
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Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise in Los Cabos

13.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise in Los Cabos

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

Sail privately from Cabo San Lucas with your own group of up to 10. The crew, including Danny on many departures, takes you toward Santa Maria Bay, Lovers Beach, the arch, and the sea lion colony. Snorkel, swim, use the floating pad or paddleboards, and enjoy snacks, water, and an open bar.

“Had a wonderful time on our private tour. Snorkeled, saw whales and the sites and enjoyed drinks and a meal on the water. Danny was great and helped show us some cool rock cliffs. The crew were great with the kids!!”

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Private Luxury 42ft Sailing with Snorkeling in Los Cabos - From F Dock to Pelican Rock
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Private Luxury 42ft Sailing with Snorkeling in Los Cabos

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

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

Take a private three-hour cruise from Cabo’s marina aboard a 42-foot sailboat for up to four people. Snorkel at Pelican Rock, see El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and sea lions, then enjoy lunch, snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Crews may include Ivan, Jesus, Gary, Pedro, Jaisther, or Edwin.

“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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Snorkeling Catamaran Tour at Santa Maria Bay - How the $69 price holds up
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Snorkeling Catamaran Tour at Santa Maria Bay

15.Snorkeling Catamaran Tour at Santa Maria Bay

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

Cruise from Cabo Marina to the Arch, Pelican Rock, Lover’s Beach, and Santa Maria Bay aboard a catamaran for up to 40 people. The crew provides snorkel gear and beginner help, followed by guacamole, salsa, chips, lunch, and an open bar with beer, margaritas, and soft drinks.

“The staff was friendly and helpful. The boat was well maintained and lots of seating. They stopped at The Arch and gave us lots of time for pics. Ride to Santa Maria beach was smooth. You are given 45 mins to snorkle, which was plenty of time. After snorkling they offered margaritas, mai tais, beer, etc and snacks of chips and guac. It was a great excursion and I would recommend it. Good for all ages. We had ages 2-55+ on the boat.”

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New in Snorkeling Trips in Los Cabos

★ 5.0Whale Watching & Snorkeling Combo in Los Cabos with Photos IncludedFrom $12541 reviews
★ 5.0Whale-Shark Snorkeling Excursion to La PazFrom $34958 reviews
★ 4.5Treasure Hunt Snorkeling Lunch Cruise from Cabo San LucasFrom $9961 reviews
★ 5.0Private yacht charter for cruising & snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas40 reviews
★ 5.0Luxury 42′ Yacht Tour in Cabo for Snorkeling and Sunset35 reviews
★ 5.0Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour by Speed Boat with Photos IncludedFrom $8946 reviews
★ 4.5Cabo San Lucas Boat Tour with Snorkeling, Open Bar, and LunchFrom $12558 reviews
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