Glass-Bottom Boat Tour: El Arco & Lover's Beach, Cabo San Lucas

See the underwater world without getting wet, then choose to stay at Lover's Beach

A 45-minute glass-bottom boat tour in Cabo San Lucas cruises past El Arco, Pelican Rock, and the sea lion colony, with views of the seafloor through the boat's transparent hull. The route passes Divorce Beach and ends at Lover's Beach, where you can disembark for free time to swim, walk, or sunbathe, then catch a later return boat back to the marina.

Step-by-step itinerary

Glass-bottom boat tour highlights

• Cruise past sea lion rocks
• Admire El Arco natural arch
• View Neptune's Finger rock formation
• Pass by Pelican Rock
• See Divorce Beach from boat
• Stop at Lover's Beach
• Optional: Walk, swim, or sunbathe at Lover's Beach
• Return to marina by boat

What’s included

• 45-minute boat ride with a bilingual captain.
• life jacket for each passenger.

Times

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Information

45-minute glass-bottom boat cruise past El Arco and sea lions, with optional beach time. Bilingual captain guides you through Cabo's marine life.

Group Up to 30

Live guide English and Spanish Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. 3 similar tours with pickup › See the exact address

Book up to 4h before

Ages Adult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby

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The experience

The boat leaves the Marine Dock "A" near Marina Fiesta with a bilingual captain and life jacket for each passenger. As you cruise the coastline, you'll pass the sea lion colony resting on the rocks, then approach El Arco, the iconic natural rock arch that rises where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific. The glass bottom lets you watch marine life and the seafloor drift past without leaving your seat: a way to see what's below without suiting up or getting wet.

The route takes in Pelican Rock, a small gravel formation popular with snorkelers and cliff jumpers, and Divorce Beach on the Pacific side, where the strong tide makes swimming unsafe. The final stop is Lover's Beach, where the two oceans meet and the sand is often crowded with swimmers and photographers. You can stay here as long as you want (walk the shoreline, swim in the calm water, or just sit), and catch a later boat back to the marina. The last return usually departs between 5:00 and 6:00 PM depending on the season, though you'll need to confirm the exact time with the captain when you board.

Bring a swimsuit, hat, and sunscreen. Arrive 15 minutes before departure. Children as young as 3 can join, though they must be with an adult. Public transportation can get you to the dock, though a taxi from your hotel is the most direct route.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (3 to 10 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What can I see through the glass bottom of the boat?

The glass bottom shows you marine life and the seafloor as you cruise the coastline. The visibility depends on water clarity and depth, but you'll see the underwater world without needing to snorkel or dive.

Can I really stay at Lover's Beach for hours after the boat tour?

Yes. You can disembark at Lover's Beach and spend as much time there as you want: swimming, walking, or sunbathing. You'll catch a later return boat back to the marina, though you need to confirm the departure time with the captain beforehand, especially if you plan to stay several hours. The last boat usually leaves between 5:00 and 6:00 PM.

What is Divorce Beach and why is it called that?

Divorce Beach sits on the Pacific side of the point, across from Lover's Beach. The name is a playful contrast: Lover's Beach is calm and peaceful, while Divorce Beach has strong tides and rough water that make swimming dangerous. You'll see it from the boat but won't land there.

How do I get to the dock, and do I need to arrange transportation?

The boat departs from Marine Dock "A" near Marina Fiesta. Public transportation is available nearby, but most travelers take a taxi from their hotel. Ask the driver to drop you at Marina Fiesta, then walk to the dock. Transportation is not included in the tour price.

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