Cabo San Lucas Scuba Diving Tour: Certified Divers Marine Reserve

Descend past sea lions and sand falls to tropical fish and rock formations.

A 2-tank scuba dive in Cabo San Lucas for certified divers, covering the Corridor and Cabo Marine Reserve with sites like Pelican Rock, the Sea Lions colony, and Neptune's Finger. Tanks and weights are included; the dive takes five hours total, with a 30-minute boat ride out to the sites. A guide leads in English or Spanish.

Step-by-step itinerary

Scuba diving at Cabo highlights

• Depart for 30-minute boat ride
• Dive at The Corridor rock formations
• Explore Sand Falls at Pelican Rock
• Visit Neptune’s Finger and Sea Lions colony
• See the famous arch at Cabo Marine Reserve

The Experience

The boat leaves Cabo San Lucas and runs about 30 minutes out to The Corridor, a quieter stretch of water with rock formations and steady tropical fish. On the way, you might see rays or whales depending on the season. The dive sites here are the first tank—you're working with rock structures and the kind of reef life that stays put long enough to watch.

The second tank takes you to Cabo's signature spots: Pelican Rock and its Sand Falls, Neptune's Finger, the Sea Lions colony, and the famous arch at Cabo Marine Reserve. These are the landmarks people come to Cabo to dive. Tanks and weights are included; you bring your certification card and your own comfort level with depth and current. The whole outing runs five hours from start to return.

A guide leads both dives in English or Spanish. Scuba gear rental is available if you need it ($40 per full set). The boat is wheelchair accessible, and public transportation options are nearby if you're not driving yourself.

What’s included

• Two scuba tanks and weights.
• a guide leading both dives in English or Spanish.
• the boat ride out to The Corridor and Cabo Marine Reserve and back to Cabo San Lucas.
• sales tax.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Manta Scuba Diving

Is this one for you?Book this if you're a certified diver ready for a guided tour hitting Pelican Rock's Sand Falls, the Sea Lion colony, and Cabo's arch in one outing—all gear and tanks provided, so you dive straight from the boat.

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Top questions

What's the Sand Falls at Pelican Rock like underwater?

The Sand Falls is a slope of sand that drops between rock formations at Pelican Rock, creating a distinctive visual landmark and a good spot for watching tropical fish move through the area. It's one of Cabo's most recognizable dive sites.

Will I see sea lions on this dive?

Yes, the Sea Lions colony is one of the named stops on this dive. Sea lions are present in the area, though sightings and behavior depend on the day and the season.

How long is the boat ride to the dive sites?

The boat ride to The Corridor takes approximately 30 minutes. From there, you'll dive two tanks at sites in The Corridor and Cabo Marine Reserve before heading back.

Do I need to bring my own scuba gear?

Tanks and weights are included. You can bring your own gear or rent a full scuba set for $40. You'll need your certification card to dive.

What's the difference between The Corridor and Cabo Marine Reserve on this dive?

The Corridor is a quieter area with rock formations and steady fish populations; it's where you'll spend your first tank. Cabo Marine Reserve holds the signature sites—Pelican Rock, the arch, Neptune's Finger, and the Sea Lions colony—where you'll do your second tank.

Is this dive suitable if I'm just getting certified?

This dive is for certified divers only. You'll need to show your certification card. If you're newly certified, check your card's depth limit against the sites your guide plans for that day.