Whale Watching Tours in Cabo San Lucas at a glance
- Our pick: Cabo Whale Watching: Women Crew, Arch Stop & Free Photos, US$ 93 per person (2h, 4.97★ · 2,144).
- Best value: Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching by Zodiac & Free Photos, US$ 84 per person (2h 30m, 4.85★ · 147).
- Private option: Private Whale Watch Tour Cabo San Lucas: Marine Biologist Guide, US$ 370 per person (2h 30m, 4.90★ · 104).
Price per person across the 19 options priced per person: US$ 40–US$ 370 (median US$ 105). With 100+ reviews: 17 of 22.
Of the 22 options: 21 with live guides in English, 22 with free cancellation, 21 with instant confirmation, 6 with hotel pickup, 15 kid-friendly, 4 private and 17 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full.
Whale Watching Tours in Cabo San Lucas
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22 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Cabo Whale Watching: Women Crew, Arch Stop & Free Photos Feel the ocean air in Los Cabos on a small-group whale watching tour with women crew, Arch photo stop, free digital photos & sightings guarantee included. Every day · 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00 · From age 6 ★ 4.97 (2,144 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 93 per person
Whale Watching Catamaran Cabo San Lucas: Hear Them Sing Hear humpback whales singing through a hydrophone on a Cabo San Lucas catamaran with open bar and appetizers, plus hotel pickup. Every day · 6 start times, 08:00 to 15:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5 ★ 4.90 (2,294 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 129 per person
Whale Watch Cabo San Lucas: Guided Tour with Sighting Guarantee Small-group whale watching tour in Cabo San Lucas led by a marine biologist on an eco-friendly boat with a hydrophone to hear humpback whales sing. Every day · 08:30, 12:00 and 15:00 · All ages ★ 4.93 (1,256 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 109 per person
Cabo San Lucas Humpback Whale Watching Tour with Biologist Join a 2.5-hour whale watching tour in Cabo San Lucas with a marine biologist who explains humpback behavior and migration. Every day · 08:00, 09:00, 11:00 and 14:30 ★ 4.94 (1,065 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 99 per person
Whale Watching Boat Tour Cabo San Lucas: Fast Zodiac to the Arch A zodiac boat tour from Cabo San Lucas into the Sea of Cortes for humpback whales in winter months, with expert guide and hydrophones to hear them sing underwater. Every day · 6 start times, 08:00 to 15:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5 ★ 4.88 (745 reviews) Duration: 2h 15m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 99 per person
Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching & Arch Photos with Transport Humpback whale watching from Cabo San Lucas with Arch photos, sea lion colony, and professional photography. Small groups, bilingual guides, optional hotel pickup. Tue–Sun · 08:00, 11:00 and 15:30 · Pickup available · From age 6 ★ 4.96 (360 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 105 per person
Whale Watch Cabo San Lucas: Marine Biologist Led Zodiac Tour Small-group whale watching tour in Cabo San Lucas led by marine biologist guides on a zodiac boat. Every day · 08:00, 11:00 and 14:30 · From age 8 ★ 4.93 (395 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 109 per person
Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching Cruise & Lunch Buffet Watch humpback whales near Cabo, enjoy a fresh Mexican lunch buffet, and cruise past El Arco with open bar. Includes marina departure and local crew. Mon, Wed and Fri · 10:30 ★ 4.77 (214 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 115 per person
Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching Zodiac Boat & Arch Tour Small-group whale watching in Cabo San Lucas aboard a Zodiac boat with marine biologist guide. Max 15 people, Sea of Cortez & Arch stop, 3–4 hours. Hotel pickup available. Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.67 (155 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 85 per person
Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching by Zodiac & Free Photos Feel your heart race as humpback whales breach near Cabo San Lucas. Small group zodiac tour, expert guides, hydrophone whale songs, photos included. Every day · 09:00 and 12:30 · All ages ★ 4.85 (147 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 84 per person
La Paz & Sea of Cortez: Open Ocean Safari, Whale Watching Feel the rush of the Pacific near La Paz with a local guide: swim with mobula rays, spot dolphins, and snack on deck. Includes snorkel gear and photos. Every day · 09:00 · From age 10 ★ 4.98 (241 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · DE · IT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 229 per person
Whale Watching Dinner Cruise Cabo San Lucas: The Arch & Open Bar Whale watching cruise from Cabo San Lucas marina on a 100-foot catamaran with unlimited drinks and fresh dinner prepared on board. Mon–Sat · 16:30 ★ 4.63 (121 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 115 per person
Whale-Watching Pirate Ship Cruise in Cabo San Lucas Whale-watching cruise aboard the Bucaneer Queen pirate ship in Cabo San Lucas with bilingual guide, breakfast and open bar included. Every day · 09:00 · All ages ★ 4.71 (119 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 99 per person
Whale Watching Tour Cabo San Lucas: Humpback & Gray Whales Watch humpback and gray whales on a 2-hour catamaran tour from Cabo San Lucas with hotel pickup, snacks and beverages included. Every day · 09:00 and 12:00 · Pickup available ★ 4.52 (118 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 97 per person
Private Whale Watch Tour Cabo San Lucas: Marine Biologist Guide Private whale watching tour in Cabo San Lucas with a marine biologist on an eco-friendly boat. See whales guaranteed or your money back. Every day · 08:30, 12:00 and 15:00 · All ages ★ 4.90 (104 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 370 per person
Also popular with travelers
The ones most travelers have taken, by number of reviews.
Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas: Private Yacht with Whale Watching Private yacht snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas with whale watching, open bar, and all gear included: three hours cruising the Arch, Medano Beach, and the Pacific. Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 16:30 ★ 4.96 (156 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,740 per group
Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watch Cruise & The Arch on Luxury Catamaran 2-hour whale watching cruise from Cabo San Lucas aboard a catamaran with open bar and visits to The Arch. December–April peak season, small groups, crew-guided sightings. Every day · 10:00 and 13:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5 ★ 4.60 (151 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 95 per person
Cabo San Lucas: Private Whale Watching Yacht with Lunch & Snorkeling Feel the thrill of whale watching in Cabo San Lucas on a private yacht, cruise past the famous Arch, snorkel clear waters, and enjoy lunch with drinks included. Every day · 08:30, 11:45 and 15:00 ★ 4.89 (71 reviews) Duration: 3h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 899 per group
Sunset Whale Cruise Cabo San Lucas: Humpback Whales & Arch Watch for humpback whales at sunset off Cabo San Lucas with a marine biologist guide, beer and water included. Every day · 17:00 · All ages ★ 4.62 (47 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 109 per person
Cabo San Lucas: Whale watching tour with local guide & photos Every day · No fixed time ★ 5.00 (44 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 550 per group
Whale Watching Tour Cabo San Lucas: El Arco & Pacific Sights Every day · 10:00, 12:00 and 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.78 (37 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m–2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 40 per person
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From US$ 118 per person
Whale Watching Cruise Cabo San Lucas: Humpback Whales & Arch Whale and dolphin watching cruise from Cabo San Lucas with catamaran, ground transport, open bar and tequila tasting included. Wed, Fri and Sun · 08:00 and 08:30 · Hotel pickup ★ 3.45 (11 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 118 per person
The top 12 of 22 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo Whale Watching: Women Crew, Arch Stop & Free PhotosOur pick | US$ 93 per person | 2h | 4.97★ · 2,144 | Every day · 07:00, 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00 | English, Spanish |
| Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching by Zodiac & Free PhotosBest valueGroup of up to 14 | US$ 84 per person | 2h 30m | 4.85★ · 147 | Every day · 09:00 and 12:30 | English, Spanish |
| Private Whale Watch Tour Cabo San Lucas: Marine Biologist GuidePrivate optionPrivate | US$ 370 per person | 2h 30m | 4.90★ · 104 | Every day · 08:30, 12:00 and 15:00 | English, Spanish |
| Whale Watching Catamaran Cabo San Lucas: Hear Them SingPickup offered | US$ 129 per person | 2h 30m | 4.90★ · 2,294 | Every day · 6 start times, 08:00 to 15:00 | English, Spanish |
| Whale Watch Cabo San Lucas: Guided Tour with Sighting GuaranteeGroup of up to 12 | US$ 109 per person | 2h 30m | 4.93★ · 1,256 | Every day · 08:30, 12:00 and 15:00 | English, Spanish |
| Cabo San Lucas Humpback Whale Watching Tour with BiologistGroup of up to 12 | US$ 99 per person | 2h 30m | 4.94★ · 1,065 | Every day · 08:00, 09:00, 11:00 and 14:30 | English, Spanish |
| Whale Watching Boat Tour Cabo San Lucas: Fast Zodiac to the ArchPickup offered | US$ 99 per person | 2h 15m | 4.88★ · 745 | Every day · 6 start times, 08:00 to 15:00 | English, Spanish |
| Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching & Arch Photos with TransportGroup of up to 12 · Pickup offered | US$ 105 per person | 2h 30m | 4.96★ · 360 | Tue–Sun · 08:00, 11:00 and 15:30 | English, Spanish |
| Whale Watch Cabo San Lucas: Marine Biologist Led Zodiac TourGroup of up to 10 | US$ 109 per person | 2h 30m | 4.93★ · 395 | Every day · 08:00, 11:00 and 14:30 | English, Spanish |
| Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching Cruise & Lunch Buffet | US$ 115 per person | 2h 30m | 4.77★ · 214 | Mon, Wed and Fri · 10:30 | English, Spanish |
| Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching Zodiac Boat & Arch TourGroup of up to 13 | US$ 85 per person | 2h 30m | 4.67★ · 155 | Every day · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 | English, Spanish |
| La Paz & Sea of Cortez: Open Ocean Safari, Whale WatchingGroup of up to 10 | US$ 229 per person | 4h | 4.98★ · 241 | Every day · 09:00 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
By what you need
- Private (4): Private Whale Watch Tour Cabo San Lucas: Marine Biologist Guide (US$ 370 per person) · Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas: Private Yacht with Whale Watching (US$ 1,740 per group) · Cabo San Lucas: Whale watching tour with local guide & photos (US$ 550 per group)
- Small groups (up to 15) (8): Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching by Zodiac & Free Photos (US$ 84 per person) · Whale Watch Cabo San Lucas: Guided Tour with Sighting Guarantee (US$ 109 per person) · Cabo San Lucas Humpback Whale Watching Tour with Biologist (US$ 99 per person)
- With pickup (6): Whale Watching Catamaran Cabo San Lucas: Hear Them Sing (US$ 129 per person) · Whale Watching Boat Tour Cabo San Lucas: Fast Zodiac to the Arch (US$ 99 per person) · Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching & Arch Photos with Transport (US$ 105 per person)
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