Things to do in Cabo San Lucas
Cabo Fishing Trips7 optionsSnorkeling in Cabo39 optionsCabo Whale Watching23 optionsCabo Boat Tours70 optionsATV Cabo33 optionsGlass Bottom Boat Cabo12 optionsSunset Cruise in Cabo10 optionsZip Lining Cabo11 optionsCatamaran Cabo San Lucas15 optionsCabo San Lucas Airport Shuttle12 optionsHiking in Cabo San Lucas7 optionsCabo Sailing Ocean Adventures21 options
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SJD Airport to Cabo San Lucas Private Ride with BeerYou get a private vehicle with a bilingual driver waiting at SJD Airport arrivals, bottled water and beers included, and a fixed price to your Cabo San Lucas hotel. No negotiating, no shared shuttle, no guessing how long the drive will take. If you're returning, pickup happens two and a half hours before your flight — the timing that actually gets you to the gate on time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the airport taxi line and arrive knowing exactly what you'll pay — the fixed price and private vehicle mean you start your Cabo vacation calm instead of negotiating at the curb.
Los Cabos: Costa Azul Zipline, Suspension Bridge & Tequila TastingYou’ll launch yourself across canyons on seven ziplines near Los Cabos, test your nerve on a suspension bridge, rappel down real rock walls, then unwind with local tequila tasting under the Baja sun. Pickup from most hotels makes it easy to join in — just bring your sense of adventure (and maybe leave your pride behind on the racing cable).
Todos Santos Day Trip from Cabo San Lucas: Art, History & LunchThis six-hour small group tour departs Cabo San Lucas for Todos Santos, a Pacific Coast settlement halfway between La Paz and Cabo on Highway 19, with hotel pickup included. The day moves through the Old Jesuit Mission and one of Baja's oldest theaters, an art walk of galleries, a Mexican blanket factory, a pearl demonstration, and the iconic Hotel California, ending with lunch at a traditional restaurant in the town center. Children from age 5 are welcome; the guide speaks English and Spanish.Is it for me?The live guide in both English and Spanish means you follow the history and stories comfortably in whichever language works for you. If you want the colonial and cultural layers of Todos Santos explained as you walk, rather than reading plaques on your own, this small group format delivers that without the pace of a larger tour.
Cabo San Lucas: Snorkeling Cruise, Arch & Open BarYou board a spacious trimaran at Cabo's main marina, cruise past the iconic Arch of Cabo San Lucas with time for photos, then snorkel at Santa Maria Bay with included gear and paddleboards. Lunch, an open bar, and a crew that handles the logistics means you spend three hours on the water without arranging anything else. Whale season runs December through April if timing works out.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Arch, snorkeling, and a full meal without arranging transport, gear rental, or lunch separately—the three-hour window and included open bar mean you're not watching the clock or your budget between stops.
Cabo San Lucas: Tequila & Mezcal Tasting with Food PairingYou’ll sip handmade tequila and mezcal in Cabo San Lucas, guided by locals who know their spirits inside out. Taste pairings from dark chocolate to grasshoppers (if you’re brave), and laugh over language mix-ups or new flavors. Accessible for all, this is less about drinking and more about sharing stories around the table.
Mexican Cooking Class in Cabo San Lucas: Learn Four DishesA three-hour cooking class in Cabo San Lucas where you learn to prepare four traditional Mexican dishes from a Master Chef, visit the restaurant's own garden to select fresh local ingredients, and mix an authentic cocktail. The class takes place in a private area of an exclusive restaurant, with groups kept small for hands-on instruction. Brunch and beverages are included; the guide speaks English and Spanish. Minimum age is 18.Is it for me?Book this class if you have a free afternoon in Cabo and want hands-on cooking instruction rather than a demonstration—you're the one doing the cooking, not watching from a seat. The small group keeps the pace manageable and the attention personal, which works well whether you're traveling as a couple or with family.
Viper Trail UTV in Cabo San Lucas: 25 km off-road routeThe Viper Trail is a 25 km off-road UTV activity in Cabo San Lucas where you drive a Can-Am 800 two-seater side-by-side through diverse Baja terrain on a private, one-way route. A live guide in English or Spanish leads the experience, which includes pickup from your hotel, two quesadillas and water. The operator sits 10 minutes from Cabo, making this the closest full-day UTV option to town.Is it for me?Small groups keep the private trail uncrowded and the guide focused. Book this if you want to drive your own vehicle through terrain most Cabo visitors don't reach, and you're comfortable with three hours of uneven ground and throttle control.
La Paz City Tour with Balandra Beach & Todos SantosA guided tour of La Paz combines the Malecón waterfront, crystalline Balandra Beach with its famous rock formation, and the Pueblo Mágico of Todos Santos, with lunch at Mariscos el Paraje restaurant, round transportation and a live guide in English or Spanish. The tour runs 12 to 13 hours and includes free time at each stop for photographs and exploration.Is it for me?Book this if you want three distinct La Paz locations in one day with guided stops and built-in free time for photos—the pace alternates between walking with your guide and exploring on your own, rather than moving constantly.
Cabo San Lucas Clear Boat Tour: See Through to the ArchYou board a transparent-hull boat in Cabo San Lucas and spend fifty minutes floating above tropical fish and coral reefs while a certified guide explains the marine life and rock formations. The boat takes you to El Arco, the iconic arch at the tip of the peninsula where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez. Photos are available for purchase, and the entire tour includes safety equipment and an English-speaking guide.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want an unusual angle on Cabo's most famous landmark without a long commitment. The fifty minutes keeps it tight — enough time to see the arch and the sea life below, not so long that you're stuck on the water.
Cabo San Lucas: Private Fishing Trip with Marlin & All MealsYou board a private fishing boat with Captain and crew, fish the Pacific and Sea of Cortez for marlin and dorado with live bait and rod instruction included, eat lunch and drinks on the water, and return with your catch and licenses handled. No stops, no waiting, no surprises on the bill.Is it for me?Right for anglers and first-timers who want a full day on the water without arranging licenses, bait, or meals separately. The crew handles the fishing knowledge, which is what lets you focus on the lines and the seascapes.
Cabo San Lucas Boat Tour to El Arco & Lover's BeachThis boat tour from Cabo San Lucas takes you past El Arco, the Sea Lion Colony, Pelican Rock and Pirate's Cave on a scenic cruise along the coastline, then drops you at Lover's Beach for approximately 2 hours of swimming and beach time before returning to the marina. A bilingual guide narrates the ride; the boat handles transport both ways.Is it for me?Book this tour if you land in Cabo with a free afternoon or morning and want to see the coastline without renting a car — the boat does the driving, the guide handles the narration, and you get unscheduled beach time instead of a packed itinerary. Choose hotel pickup at checkout if your accommodation is outside the marina.
Los Cabos: Snorkeling Chileno Bay & Santa Maria PickupYou’ll slip into Los Cabos’ clearest waters with a local guide who knows every cove and current. Snorkel among bright fish at Santa Maria Cove, then drift through gentle waves at Chileno Bay — all gear, wetsuit, pickup and snacks included. Expect laughter, sandy toes, and moments of calm you might carry home with you.
Los Cabos: El Arco Clear Boat, Tequila & San Jose Day TourYou’ll start your day in Los Cabos with sea air on your face before gliding over tropical fish in a clear-bottom boat near El Arco (if you choose). Taste local tequila and chocolate, watch glassblowers shape molten art, then wander San Jose del Cabo’s shaded plazas at your own pace. It’s not just sightseeing—it feels personal, especially with small groups and pickup included.
Cabo: ATV Desert & Beach Ride with Tequila Tasting & PickupYou’ll feel Baja’s raw beauty on this Cabo ATV tour—riding desert trails with a local guide, pausing at Migriño Beach for ocean views and wildlife glimpses. After kicking up dust together, you’ll toast with a tequila tasting before heading back to your hotel with sand in your shoes—and probably a big grin.
Los Cabos: Costa Azul Surf Lesson with Pickup & SnacksYou’ll feel that wild mix of nerves and excitement as you learn to surf Costa Azul’s waves in Los Cabos with a local guide by your side. Expect hands-on coaching, time in warm Pacific water, simple snacks under an umbrella, and round-trip pickup so you can just focus on catching your first wave — or wiping out with style.
Cabo San Lucas: Sunset Dinner Cruise & Arch ViewsYou board at the marina, eat and drink while the boat heads toward the Arch of Cabo San Lucas, watch the sunset from the water with Lover's Beach and the Pedregal cliffs in view, and return after 2.5 hours. No separate dinner reservation, no transport to arrange, no guessing which angle gives the best photo — the boat does the timing for you.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Arch of Cabo San Lucas at its best light without arranging a separate dinner reservation or transport — the boat's timing and the meal are built around the sunset, so you show up and the rest unfolds on schedule.
Cabo San Lucas Dinner Cruise: Catamaran with Tequila TastingA seven-hour catamaran cruise in Cabo San Lucas pairs a guided downtown tour and traditional tequila tasting with an evening aboard Cabo Escape, a double-decker boat serving buffet dinner and unlimited drinks as the sun sets over the Pacific. Hotel or port pickup and a live guide in English or Spanish are included; the cruise passes El Arco, Pelican Rock, Lover's Beach and Medano Beach. Gratuities and port access fees are not included.Is it for me?Most Cabo tours either rush through highlights or leave you to arrange your own dinner and drinks. This one bundles the city, the tequila education, and a full evening on the water into a single departure, so the day builds itself and you're never figuring out what comes next.
Horseback Riding in Cabo San Lucas: Desert, Cliffs & Beach TrailsHorseback riding through Migriño National Park near Cabo San Lucas takes you across desert ranges, ocean-side cliffs, private untouched beaches and canyon trails on a guided ride lasting roughly an hour and 35 minutes in the saddle. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide fluent in English or Spanish, water and snacks are included; the full outing, including transport, runs about three and a half hours. Children from age 8 are welcome, and the ranch offers an introduction to horsemanship for both beginners and experienced riders before the tour starts.Is it for me?Spend your afternoon riding through desert canyons and along untouched beaches where the ranch provides horses, guide, transport, and everything else—you just arrive and ride.
Cabo San Lucas: Fox Canyon Hike & Waterfall Swimming with LunchYou hike 3 kilometers into a hidden canyon oasis in the Sierra de la Laguna foothills, swim in freshwater pools beneath Sol de Mayo waterfall, and learn from a certified guide how water shaped this unlikely landscape. Lunch at a local ranch and round-trip transport from Los Cabos are included. The hike requires moderate fitness and closed-toe shoes; water levels vary by season. Book at least 24 hours ahead and confirm your pickup details before arrival.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see a completely different side of Cabo — one that has nothing to do with beaches or resorts — and you'd rather not navigate the canyon, arrange a guide, or figure out lunch logistics yourself. The moderate hike and swimming mean you need decent fitness and closed-toe shoes, which is what keeps the group small and the experience genuine.
ATV riding in Cabo San Lucas: Private 25 km routeATV riding in Cabo San Lucas on a private 25 km route designed by the operator, where you ride a semi-automatic Honda 420 through mountain terrain and coastal viewpoints overlooking the Pacific. The property is closed to other vehicles, so you ride without sharing the trail. A trained guide leads the experience in English or Spanish, with pickup from your hotel and two quesadillas and water included; the ride takes about two hours.Is it for me?Book this ride if your guide needs to speak English or Spanish — the commentary on the landscape and the landmarks comes in one of those two languages, so you follow the route and the views as they unfold. The private property and one-way trail mean no other groups on the terrain, which matters if you want the ride to feel unhurried and the viewpoints to stay quiet.
