Cabo San Lucas: Private Yacht Cruise & Open Bar with Lunch

Summary

Arch views, sea lions calling, private yacht snacks & swim stops

You’ll step onto your own private yacht in Cabo San Lucas, cruise past El Arco and sea lion colonies, swim or snorkel in clear waters, and snack on fresh guac with an open bar at hand. With a local crew guiding you along Baja’s coast, every moment feels relaxed — just sun, salt air, laughter, and that perfect view over the bow.

What’s the experience like?

There’s this hollow slap of water against the hull that I still hear sometimes when I close my eyes — it’s how our day started in Cabo San Lucas, stepping barefoot onto a sport yacht that felt way fancier than anything I’ve ever set foot on. The crew greeted us with these easy smiles, and someone handed me a cold drink before we’d even left the dock. I tried to say “gracias” but my accent made them laugh (in a nice way). The sun was already high, bouncing off everything white and blue.

We drifted past those wild rock formations at Land’s End, where pelicans perched like little judges and the sea lions barked so loud you couldn’t help but grin. Our guide — Mario — pointed out El Arco as we rounded the tip of Baja; he told us locals call it “the window to the Pacific.” There’s something about seeing it from the water that makes it feel less like a postcard and more like you’re part of some secret club. We idled near Lover’s Beach for a bit, just watching people scramble over rocks or nap in patches of shade. It smelled faintly of salt and sunscreen.

I didn’t expect to love snorkeling as much as I did. The water was colder than I thought (I yelped, not gonna lie), but once you’re in, there are these flashes of silver fish everywhere — one brushed my arm and I nearly swallowed my snorkel. Someone passed around guacamole and chips when we got back onboard, and honestly? It tasted better than any restaurant meal just because we were all salty and laughing together. Open bar helped too.

The whole thing felt easy — no rush anywhere, just moving from one view to another with snacks appearing like magic every so often. At some point Mario asked if anyone wanted another margarita; my friend said yes before he’d finished asking. Time gets weird out there — you forget your phone exists until someone asks for a group photo with El Arco behind you. Still think about that sky turning gold as we headed back in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private luxury yacht sightseeing cruise

• Arrive at office, optional check-in
• Sightseeing at Land's End rock formations
• See sea lion colony and Lover's Beach
• View Pacific coast of Baja
• Snorkel and swim at marine life spot

Top questions

Is this Cabo San Lucas yacht tour private?

Yes, the cruise is fully private for your group only.

Does the tour include food and drinks?

Yes—lunch, snacks, and unlimited premium open bar are included.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is at F dock in Cabo San Lucas marina; check-in isn’t required unless you want to say hi at their office first.

Are snorkeling gear and towels provided?

Snorkeling equipment is included for all guests; bring your own towel if needed.

Can children or infants join this yacht cruise?

Yes—children must be accompanied by an adult; infants can ride in a stroller or sit on an adult’s lap.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes—the boat is wheelchair accessible for guests who need it.

How many people can book per boat?

The base price covers up to 4 passengers; extra guests can be added for an additional fee per person.

What’s included

Your day includes private use of a luxury sport yacht departing from Cabo San Lucas marina with unlimited premium open bar, lunch and snacks served by the crew along the way. All snorkeling equipment is provided so you can jump right into those clear waters near Land’s End. National park fees are covered too—just let them know if you need vegetarian options or have special dietary requests when booking.