Cabo San Lucas: Private Yacht, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

Summary

Private yacht cruise Cabo San Lucas with snorkeling and sunset

You’ll ride a private yacht along Cabo San Lucas bay with hotel pickup included, see El Arco up close, snorkel at Pelican’s Rock with a local guide or watch the sunset with snacks and drinks on board. Whale watching happens December to March—if you’re lucky. It’s one of those days where time just slips away.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t realize how blue the water around Cabo San Lucas could get until we pulled away from the marina. There was this salty wind that made my hair stick to my face, and I just laughed because it felt so different from home. Our captain, Jorge, pointed out the Arch right away—he called it “El Arco”—and I tried to get a photo but mostly just stared. It’s bigger up close than you think. We drifted past Lover’s Beach too, all these little boats bobbing nearby and pelicans everywhere.

At Pelican’s Rock, our guide handed me a snorkel mask and said I’d see “peces de todos colores”—I probably butchered that when I repeated it back. The water was colder than I expected at first touch but once you’re in, you forget. Fish darted around my legs and someone on our boat started humming some song I didn’t know. There was this moment underwater where everything went quiet except for my own breath through the tube—I still think about that calm sometimes.

We had ceviche and mini baguettes after swimming (the fish ceviche was tangy and fresh—honestly better than what I’ve had at restaurants). There were tortilla chips too, plus cold beer and tequila if you wanted it. If you do the sunset part of this private yacht tour instead of snorkeling, they swap in cheese boards and let you just float out there while the sky turns orange over the Sea of Cortez. Whale watching is only during winter though—Jorge said December to March is when they come by. He got genuinely excited pointing out spouts in the distance; it felt contagious.

I guess what surprised me most was how relaxed everyone got after a while—no pressure to do anything fancy or rush anywhere. Just sea air, music from someone’s phone, people passing around juice or rum without fuss. Sometimes travel feels like checking boxes but here it was more about drifting for a bit, letting Cabo San Lucas slow you down.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private yacht tour and snorkeling

• See The Arch of Cabo San Lucas
• Visit Lover's Beach and San Andres cave
• Snorkel at Pelican's Rock with guide
• Whale watching in the Sea of Cortez

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Cabo San Lucas private yacht tour?

Yes, hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

What kind of food and drinks are served on board?

You’ll have mini baguettes, fish ceviche (for snorkeling tours), cheese boards (for sunset tours), tortilla chips with salsa, plus water, juice, tequila, rum, and beer.

Can we go whale watching during this tour?

Yes, whale watching is possible from December 15th to March 31st during migration season.

How many people can join this private yacht experience?

The yacht fits small groups up to 6 people comfortably.

Are snorkeling equipment and water toys provided?

Yes—all snorkeling gear as well as paddle boards and floating mats are included.

Where does the tour go in Cabo San Lucas?

You’ll visit El Arco (the Arch), Lover’s Beach, Pelican’s Rock for snorkeling or sunset viewing along the Sea of Cortez.

Is this tour suitable for travelers with health concerns?

This tour isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular issues.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Cabo San Lucas, use of snorkeling equipment plus paddle board and floating mat toys if you want them; snacks like mini baguettes and ceviche or cheese boards depending on your choice of snorkeling or sunset cruise; unlimited domestic bar with water, juice, tequila, rum and beer—all while cruising iconic spots like El Arco and Lover’s Beach before heading back relaxed (and maybe a little sun-kissed).