Cabo San Lucas: Snorkeling, Kayaking & Sea Scooters
What if you could try four water sports in one morning off Cabo?
You're picked up from your hotel, cruise to a secluded cove near Cabo San Lucas, and choose between snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, and sea scooters with expert guides. Equipment and freshly made quesadillas are included. The half-day format means you're back by early afternoon, and the boat's speed gets you to clear water fast instead of a long cruise.
Step-by-step itinerary
Water activities near Los Cabos
- Check-in at Cabo Dolphins
- Walk to main pier
- Board fast inflatable boat
- Cruise past famous arch and lover's beach
- Head to Chileno or Santa Maria Beach
- Snorkel with tropical sea life
- Kayak through clear water
- Use motorized sea scooter
- Try stand-up paddleboarding
- Spot dolphins, whales, and rays
What’s included
Hotel pickup before the tour, fast inflatable boat cruise past the arch and Lover's Beach, snorkeling equipment, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, motorized sea scooters, expert guides in the water with you, and freshly made quesadillas with Mexican salsas.
Times
- Monday 09:00 10:00 11:00 13:00 14:00
- Tuesday 09:00 10:00
- Wednesday to Sunday 09:00 10:00 13:00 14:00
Before you book
Operated by Cabo Adventures
Prices and times updated 3 days ago
Traveler reviews
The experience
You're picked up from your hotel before the tour starts (the operator confirms the exact time once you book), and driven to Cabo Dolphins on the main pier. From there, you board a fast inflatable boat and cruise past the iconic arch and Lover's Beach before heading out to Chileno or Santa Maria Beach. The water is clear enough that you can see what's below before you jump in, which helps if you're nervous about the snorkeling part.
Once you're at the cove, you get to choose how you spend your time. Some people spend most of it snorkeling with tropical fish, rays, and if you're lucky, dolphins or whales: the expert guides know where to look and what to point out. Others rotate between the kayaks, the stand-up paddleboards, and the sea scooters, which are motorized and honestly kind of addictive. All the equipment is provided and fitted to you, so you're not fumbling with borrowed gear that doesn't fit. The guides stay in the water with you, which makes a difference if you're trying something new like paddleboarding or figuring out how to handle a sea scooter.
Between activities, you get freshly made quesadillas and Mexican salsas: real food, not just snacks. There's no shade or bathrooms on the boat, so bring sunscreen and plan accordingly. The whole thing is built around moderate fitness. You need to be comfortable in the ocean and able to move around on equipment, but it's not a hardcore fitness test. Maximum weight is 265 pounds, and the boat design is what it is: compact and fast, which is why you get out to the water quickly instead of sitting on a slow catamaran for an hour.
Is this one for you?Right for travelers who want to try multiple water sports without booking separate activities or renting gear separately. The boat gets you to clear water fast, and the guides handle the logistics so you just show up and choose what to do.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Do I need snorkeling experience?
No. Guides are in the water with you and all equipment is provided. You should be comfortable swimming in the ocean.
What if I don't want to snorkel?
You can spend the whole time kayaking, paddleboarding, or using the sea scooters. The cove has room for all activities at once.
Is there shade or a bathroom on the boat?
No. The boat design doesn't include either. Bring sunscreen and use the bathroom before boarding.
What time does pickup happen?
The tour operator confirms your exact pickup time and location once you book. Pickups happen before the tour start time.
Can I bring my own snorkel gear?
All snorkeling equipment is provided. Check with the operator if you want to use your own.
What's the weight limit?
Maximum weight is 265 pounds (120 kilograms).
Is this safe for people with injuries or health conditions?
The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. Expectant mothers cannot participate. You should have at least moderate physical fitness.
Cabo San Lucas: Snorkeling, Kayaking & Sea Scooters
3h · EN · ES · at your hotel
from US$ 99 per person
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