Things to do in San Jose del Cabo
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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 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.
Private Sailing Snorkeling in Los Cabos: Arch, Lunch & Open BarA private sailing cruise in Los Cabos for up to 16 guests takes you past the Arch of Cabo San Lucas and Land's End to a secluded bay where you snorkel among reefs and corals, paddleboard, and swim. The boat includes a guide in English or Spanish, lunch, an unlimited open bar, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, and hotel pickup; the four-hour outing leaves room for other activities in your day.Is it for me?Four hours is short enough to pair with other activities in your day, but long enough to sail past the landmarks, snorkel, and eat without rushing. Book this if you want the Arch and the reefs without spending a full day on the water, or if you're traveling with a group and want the boat to yourselves.
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.
Cabo San Lucas: Paddleboard & Snorkel Tour at El ArcoYou’ll paddleboard from Cabo San Lucas right up to El Arco with a local guide who keeps things relaxed (and funny). There’s time to snorkel at Pelican Rock among schools of tropical fish, plus plenty of chances to spot sea lions sunbathing on the rocks. Hotel pickup is included so you can just show up ready for saltwater and sunshine.
San Jose del Cabo Tacos and Food Tour: 3-Hour Local Eateries WalkA 3-hour walking and food tasting tour of San Jose del Cabo led by an English-speaking local guide, visiting neighborhood eateries and a tortilla factory to taste six to eight dishes—tacos, tostadas, salsas, gorditas, fruit juices and desserts. The tour covers about 2 miles on foot and ends at Mijares Square; water is included, and vegetarian options are available with advance notice.Is it for me?Most food tours hit the same five spots every group sees. This one moves at a local's pace through neighborhood eateries where residents actually eat, so the tastings change with what's fresh and what the guide knows is good that day.
Cabo San Lucas: Catamaran Snorkel & Tequila TastingYou board a catamaran in San Jose del Cabo and spend six hours snorkeling at Pelican Rock, viewing El Arco and the beaches from the water, eating lunch, tasting tequila, and watching a glass-blowing demonstration. Round-trip hotel transfer, snorkel gear, and unlimited drinks are included. The pace is relaxed and the group stays manageable.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the main sights of Los Cabos in one morning or afternoon without arranging separate transport, entry fees, and timing—the fixed schedule and included transfer handle all of that, leaving you to just show up and get on the boat.
La Paz & Balandra Beach day trip from Cabo San LucasA guided day trip from Cabo San Lucas visits Todos Santos, La Paz, and Balandra Beach (or El Tecolote Beach if capacity is full), with stops at the Hotel California, a pearl demonstration at the malecón, breakfast to go, and a seaside lunch with views of Espíritu Santo Island. The tour runs 11 hours and includes an air-conditioned vehicle and a live guide in English or Spanish; pickup from your hotel is included, and children from age 5 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this for a full day when you want to see multiple towns and beaches without arranging transportation between them—the guide, the vehicle, and the set stops mean you move through the coast as a single route instead of piecing it together yourself.
Cabo San Lucas city and boat tour: Glass workshop, Arch and lunchA six-hour guided tour of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo that combines a live glass-blowing demonstration with a clearboat ride to the Arch, a walk through San Jose's historic district, and lunch at a local restaurant. Hotel pickup is included, and the guide speaks English and Spanish. Cruise ship passengers can arrange pickup from a hotel near the dock for an additional fee.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying in a Cabo hotel or arriving by cruise ship and want the main sights—the Arch, the bay, San Jose's colonial district—without renting a car or planning stops yourself. The hotel pickup means the day starts from where you're staying, and the clearboat ride is the one part of the tour you can't do on your own.
Cabo San Lucas: Sunset Party Cruise & Unlimited DrinksYou board at Cabo San Lucas Marina, sail past Pelican Rock and Lover's Beach, position yourself at The Arch for photos, then drift into the Pacific for sunset and an open bar with live music. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you only show up at the dock.Is it for me?Book this if you want a sunset and party vibe without arranging transport, buying drinks separately, or worrying about timing—the boat handles the route, the bar, and your ride home, leaving you free to show up and enjoy the evening.
San Jose del Cabo: Whale Watching Group Tour & Sunrise OptionYou board a small whale-watching boat in San Jose del Cabo during peak season (Dec–Apr) with a multilingual marine guide who uses a hydrophone to track whale calls. You watch mothers, calves, and competing males in their natural behavior, listen to their underwater sounds, and receive free photos of the encounter. The fixed schedule and small group size mean you're not competing with dozens of other boats for the same sighting.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see whales during peak season without the chaos of large tour boats — the small group size and morning or afternoon schedule are what make it possible to actually observe the animals instead of just spotting them from a distance.
San Jose del Cabo: Cooking Class & Market Tour with ChefYou’ll wander San Jose del Cabo’s bustling market with Chef Francisco, pick out fresh ingredients together, then head to his home kitchen for hands-on cooking — tortillas, salsas, guacamole, whatever’s on today’s menu. Share laughs over lunch (and maybe tequila) with new friends around the table. You’ll walk away full — not just from the food.
Los Cabos: Sunset Jazz Cruise with Wine & Hotel PickupYou’ll sail past Pelican Rock and Lover’s Beach on a Los Cabos sunset cruise with smooth jazz and endless wine. Snap photos at the Arch of Cabo San Lucas, nibble gourmet snacks as daylight fades, and let the crew handle every detail — from hotel pickup to your last glass poured under Pacific skies.
Cabo Turtle Hatchery Tour: Adopt & Release Baby TurtlesYou adopt a baby sea turtle, learn its biology and survival challenges from a marine biologist, and release it into the ocean yourself. The guide explains the 45-day incubation process and the ranch's conservation methods while you're there. Transport from your hotel is included, and you can visit the donkey sanctuary afterward if you have time.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to contribute to conservation rather than just observe it, and who have time between July and September when the hatchlings are ready. The tour moves at a learning pace—expect an hour or two at the ranch itself, which is what lets you understand the biology and feel the weight of the release.
Los Cabos: Glass-Bottom Boat, Pelican Rock Snorkel & PhotosYou’ll ride a glass-bottom boat past Cabo’s Arch and sea lions before snorkeling Pelican Rock’s reefs with a local guide. Lunch is simple but satisfying after swimming, then there’s time for tequila tasting and wandering San Lucas shops. Expect salty air, laughter, and moments that linger longer than you think.
Los Cabos UTV and Camel Ride Desert Adventure with LunchA 2-seater off-road UTV adventure and camel ride at Tierra Sagrada ranch near Los Cabos, where you drive your own vehicle through desert terrain, ride camels on a secluded Pacific beach, eat an unlimited Mexican buffet, and taste tequila and Damiana. The ranch is located about 45 minutes outside Cabo on a private oceanfront property. Pickup from your hotel is included, and guides speak English and Spanish.Is it for me?Book this if you want to drive the vehicle yourself rather than ride along—the 2-seater UTV puts you in control of the desert portion, and the camel ride and beachfront meal balance the intensity. It's built for two people sharing the experience, so it suits couples or friends who want to split the driving or take turns at the wheel.
Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching Cruise & Tequila TastingYou’ll feel the rush as whales surface right beside your glass bottom boat in Cabo San Lucas, snap photos at the iconic Arch, sample award-winning tequilas with locals at Marina Cabo San Lucas, and have time for relaxed shopping downtown. That quiet moment when everyone holds their breath as a whale passes? You’ll remember it long after.
Santa Maria Bay Snorkel Cruise Los Cabos: Swim with Sea LifeA snorkeling cruise from Cabo San Lucas to Santa Maria Bay aboard the Pez Gato catamaran, with four hours of sailing, swimming and eating included. The boat picks you up at your hotel, passes Cabo's iconic rock formations on the way out, and gives you time to snorkel or rest on deck before serving lunch on the return. A guide speaks English and Spanish; the open bar runs the whole time.Is it for me?Pickup from your hotel, a sail to Santa Maria Bay, snorkeling in tropical waters, lunch and drinks—everything's handled so you just swim.
