Los Cabos: Yacht Tour to Arch, Snorkeling & Lunch with Drinks

Summary

Yacht cruise by Cabo’s Arch with snorkeling lunch & open bar

You’ll cruise from Cabo San Lucas past El Arco on a private yacht, stopping at Chileno or Santa Maria Bay for snorkeling or relaxing on a floating mat. Enjoy fresh ceviche, fajitas, unlimited drinks, and music you pick—all with local crew who make it feel personal. It’s more like borrowing someone’s boat than joining a tour.

What’s the experience like?

“Is that really the Arch already?” someone asked as we drifted out from Cabo San Lucas marina, sunlight bouncing off the water so bright I had to squint. Our captain, Javier, just grinned and pointed ahead—he’d probably done this route a hundred times but still seemed happy to show us. The music was whatever we wanted (we handed over a playlist and hoped for the best), and honestly, it felt like being invited onto a friend’s boat rather than a tour. There was this salty smell mixed with lime from someone’s margarita—I remember thinking I could get used to that combination.

We slowed down near the rock formations—El Arco looked even stranger up close, like something half-finished by nature. Pelicans just sat there ignoring us completely. After a bunch of photos (and one failed selfie where I got mostly my own forehead), we headed toward Chileno Bay. The ride wasn’t long—maybe 30 minutes?—but it was enough time to snack on guacamole and chips and try not to spill salsa on myself every time we hit a wave. The crew set out paddleboards and this giant floating mat they called a lily pad; some of us went snorkeling instead. Water was cooler than I expected but full of these bright fish darting around—felt sort of surreal under there.

I didn’t expect lunch to be so good—ceviche that tasted way fresher than anything back home, fajitas with chicken or steak (I went back for seconds), plus more drinks if you wanted them. Someone started a birthday song for one of our group and even Javier joined in, laughing at our terrible Spanish accents. Sun kept shifting through the clouds but it stayed warm enough that nobody wanted to get out of the water right away. There was something about just floating there, staring up at the sky with nothing scheduled for hours—it’s hard to explain but I still think about that feeling sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Yacht cruise and water activities

• Board yacht in Cabo San Lucas
• Cruise along Los Cabos coastline
• Enjoy personalized music and snacks
• Sip drinks including margaritas and beer
• Anchor at Chileno Bay or Santa Maria Bay
• Choose snorkeling, paddle boarding, or relax on floating mat
• Cruise by the Arch and Lovers Beach at sunset
• Enjoy dinner on board

Top questions

Does this Los Cabos yacht tour include snorkeling gear?

Yes, use of snorkeling equipment is included for all guests.

Are food and drinks provided during the yacht trip?

Yes, lunch (ceviche, chips, guacamole, fajitas) plus alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

How many people can join this Los Cabos yacht adventure?

The tour accommodates groups from 1 up to 18 people; larger groups can be arranged if needed.

Can we choose our own music on board?

Yes, you can request personalized music during your cruise.

Which bays do we visit for snorkeling?

The yacht anchors at either Chileno Bay or Santa Maria Bay depending on conditions.

Is hotel pickup included in this tour?

No explicit mention of hotel pickup; public transport is available nearby.

Are paddle boards available during the trip?

Yes, paddle boards are provided as part of your aquatic activities.

Is this Los Cabos yacht tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with certain health conditions.

What’s included

Your day includes cruising from Cabo San Lucas marina past El Arco with personalized music, stops at Chileno or Santa Maria Bay for snorkeling (gear provided), paddle boarding or relaxing on a floating lily pad mat. Lunch features fresh ceviche, chips with guacamole, chicken or steak fajitas plus unlimited margaritas, beer and soft drinks—all hosted by an attentive local crew before returning relaxed to shore.