Jacqlyne Mba-Jonas
Cabo San Lucas Itinerary - Tours and Activities
Updated: Mar 8
Located in the Southern most tip of Mexico's Baja California peninsula, Cabo San Lucas is rated as one of the top five places to visit in Mexico. It is know for its pristine beaches, water activities, the sea arch El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, and abundant marine life. So take a look at my collection of things to do while in Cabo.
Disclaimer
Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.
Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.
Los Cabos Day Tour with Tequila and Chocolate Tasting

A personalized way to explore the scenic beauty and cultural diversity of Los Cabos with a tequila and chocolate tasting. Discover the dazzling marine life of Cabo San Lucas Bay on a boat trip. Visit Downtown Cabo San Lucas, the Glass Blowing Factory, the viewing point, and the estuary. Tour the historical old mission, sample different tequilas, the get some free time to shop.
Duration
6 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9:30am
Price
$90 per person
Alternative
Cabo San Lucas History Walk - $35 per person
Cabo San Lucas Tour & Tequila Tasting - $65 per person
Todos Santos Magic Tour - $85 per person
Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo Sightseeing Tour - $95 per person
La Paz Tour - $110 per person
Cultural, Ecology, Nature & History of the Hidden Towns of Southern Baja - $125 per person
Photo sessions in Los Cabos - $144 per person
Balandra, La Paz & Todo Santos City Tour - $154 per person
Cabo Bar Crawl

Join this top-rated party Bar Crawl across the best nightlife area of Cabo San Lucas. Party-pro Hosts will show you 5 of the best bars and clubs around on this Los Cabos Bar Crawl to give you an insanely cheap and unforgettable night out – though probably somewhat hazy! you will save some serious money and meet some seriously awesome people. Are you ready!?
Duration
3 hours
Availability
Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 9pm
Price
$60 per person
Alternative
El Squid Roe Los Cabos All You Can Drink - $70 per person
All You Can Drink- Club Crawl - $89 per person
Bachelorette Crawl Los Cabos - $89 per person
Sunset Mexican Dinner Cruise & Live Music

This Sunset Mexican Dinner Cruise provides an excellent view of Cabo's most breathtaking sites including the famed "El Arco", Land's End, the Sea Lion Colony, Lover's Beach, the pirate's cave and more from the upper deck of our luxurious catamaran, the largest and best-equipped in Los Cabos. An open bar and delicious Fajitas Dinner is served with exquisite service as you tap your feet to the rhythms of our live international band. We'll cruise along the coast on the Sea of Cortez, and around Land's End, the southernmost tip of the peninsula, and slip into the Pacific Ocean where a glorious Baja sunset awaits. An unforgettable experience that will be the highlight of your Los Cabos vacation!
Duration
2.5 hours
Availability
Monday - Saturday at 5pm
Price
$85 per person
Alternative
Sunset Cruise with Open Bar & Snacks - $57 per person
Los Cabos Pirate Boat Party - $69 per person
Hip Hop Boat Party with Open Bar - $99 per person
Pirate Ship Sunset Dinner Cruise and Show - $99 per person
Jazz & Wine Sunset Luxury Cruise - $113 per person
Luxury Sunset Dinner Yacht Cruise - $135 per person
Private Sunset Snorkeling Catamaran with Open Bar - $800 per group of 10
Private Snorkeling Catamaran with Lunch & Open Bar - $1,100 per group of 12
Private Catamaran Tour - $1,050 per group of 20
Private Cruise with Snorkeling, Luxury Lunch & Open Bar - $2,500 per group of 50
Dolphin World

Come have a vacation of a lifetime at Dolphin World! Choose between:
Dolphin Encounter: Perfect for those who can’t swim, you will have an amazing interactive encounter with dolphins.
Dolphin Swim: Interact, swim and have a ride with one dolphin.
Royal Dolphin Swim: Interact, swim and have a ride with two dolphins.
Trainer for a Day: Along with your trainer, spend time in the training pools, enjoy a close up and one on one experience.
Other than interacting with dolphins there are several other activities to choose from like a Camel Trek. Snorkel with sharks and bicycle tour. A buffet lunch, is also included.
Duration
At your leisure
Availability
Monday – Saturday at 9am, 10am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm
Price
Dolphin Encounter: $119 per person
Dolphin Swim: $149 per person
Royal Dolphin Swim: $179 per person
Trainer for a Day: $249 per person
For the first 3 tours, round trip transportation can be added on for $20 per person. Its included if you choose a Dolphin/Royal Dolphin Swim tour before 3pm.
Whale Watching Brunch Cruise

Spot gray whales and other marine life on this 2-hour whale watching cruise from Cabo San Lucas. Sail past the dramatic El Arco (The Arch) rock formation and a colony of sea lions as you enjoy a delicious Mexican breakfast and open bar. Keep an eye out for dolphins, manta rays, and gray whales once you arrive at the Sea of Cortez. After the cruise, take a 30-minute tour of The Glass Factory. Finally, you'll visit the Municipal Handicraft Market, where you'll be able to purchase a souvenir of the experience. Roundtrip transportation included.
Duration
7 hours
Availability
Everyday at 8am
Price
$71 per person
Alternative
2 Hour Whale Watching Brunch Cruise & Open Bar - $79 per person
Whale Watching Pirate Cruise - $79 per person
Whale Watching with Photos Included - $85 per person
Half-Day Sport Fishing - $245 per group of 3
Snorkel Tour with Open Bar & Lunch

Soak up Cabo San Lucas’s stunning coastal scenery during this cruise. Pose for photos at the famous Arch and hit the water on a get-down stop at Santa Maria Beach, with snorkeling equipment and paddle boards included (kayaks are available on request). Tours include an open bar and a tasty lunch.
Duration
3.5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 1pm
Price
$73 per person
Alternative
Clear Boat Tour to the Arch & Land's End - $22 per person
Hidden Beach Day with Snorkeling in the Sea of Cortez - $68 per person
Pirate Cruise with Snorkel Treasure Hunt - $79 per person
Los Cabos Arch & Playa del Amor Tour by Glass Bottom Kayak - $80 per person
Snorkeling, Kayaking and Stand-Up Paddle Boarding - $99 per person
Snorkel Yacht Cruise with Luxury Lunch and Open Bar - $199 per person
Snorkeling or Swimming with Sharks - $212 per person
La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch - $259 per person
Introductory Scuba Diving Adventure

If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring a coral reef you can experience an introductory scuba dive with a qualified dive master in Cabo San Lucas on this activity. Learn the basics and go on a shallow dive before heading down 20 feet with your instructor.
Duration
4 hours
Availability
Everyday at 7:30am and 12:30pm
Price
$125 per person plus $38 equipment rental
Alternative
3-Hour Certified Scuba Diving Tour - $125 per person
2 Dives in the Cabo Marine Park - $125 per person
2 Tank Dive at the Famous Arch and Land's End - $129 per person
3 Tank Combo Cabo Reserve & Corridor - $180 per person
Parasailing Los Cabos Adventure

Take to the skies on a thrilling parasailing adventure over the water of Los Cabos. Enjoy incredible views from the air as you drift high above Cabo San Lucas Bay, keeping an eye out for landmark sights such as Lovers Beach and the golden-hued El Arco and snapping pics as you go. Skim the water if you like or return to the back of your tow-boat without ever touching the sea.
Duration
1.5 hours
Availability
Monday – Saturday at 9am, 10am, 1pm and 2pm
Price
$55 per person
Jet Skiing

Have fun while getting to know Cabo! When riding the Jet Ski, you will be able to get to know Cabo's Bay and the famous Arch. A unique adventure that you will never forget! With over 20 years of experience, you are in safe hands with our tour guides. Our guides will teach you how to ride the Jet Ski so you can go anywhere you like in the bay area, Including the Arch of Cabo San Lucas!
Duration
0.5 - 1 hour
Availability
Everyday at 10am and 3pm
Price
$95 per pair for a 30 mins session
$150 per pair for a 1-hour session
Alternative
Surf Lesson in Costa Azul - $47 per person
Private Flyboard Lesson - $130 per person
Electric Surfing eFoil at Medano - $175 per person
Jet Ski and Boat Ride in The Sea of Cortez - $179 per person
Camel Outback Adventure and Eco Farm

Ride a camel along the beach to discover the spectacular coastal scenery of the Baja peninsula on an incredible tour from Los Cabos. Taste traditional Mexican specialties as you overlook the gentle ocean; explore the fascinating flora and fauna of the area with a knowledgeable guide; and enjoy an exhilarating off-road expedition through dramatic natural beauty. Complete your cultural experience with a tequila tasting.
Duration
4 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm
Price
$109 per person
Alternative
Los Cabos Animal Sanctuary Experience - $70 per person
Combo Camel Ride & Off-Road UTV Adventure - $110 per person
Horseback Riding on The Beach and Through The Desert

Feel the wind in your hair and explore Cabo’s surroundings during this small-group horseback riding tour. Ride a noble steed on the beach, admiring the great waves of the Pacific Ocean, and venture into the desert for views of the mountains. After you dismount, visit a tequila museum and enjoy several samples of the Mexican libation. Roundtrip transportation included.
Duration
2 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9am, 12pm and 3pm
Price
$50 per person, plus a $20 park entrance fee paid on arrival
Alternative
The Great Fandango Horseback Riding Adventure - $110 per person
Private Horseback Ride on the Beach and Sunset Dinner - $224 per person
Beach and Desert ATV Adventure

Set out across desert landscape on a thrilling ATV adventure in Cabo San Lucas. Head to an adventure park and board a luxury ATV for an incredible off-road drive through sand creeks and canyons en route to the white sands of Margaritas Beach. Follow an expert guide and learn about local flora along the way. You'll even have an opportunity to visit with the park's rare white lions.
Duration
2 - 3 hours
Availability
Everyday at 8am, 10:30am, 1pm and 4pm
Price
$65 per person plus a $20 park entry fees paid on arrival
Alternative
ATV, Tequila, Buffet lunch & Eco-Farm Adventure - $75 per person plus a $25 park entry fees paid on arrival
Ziplines, Rappelling and UTV Adventure

Soar over the dramatic curves of desert canyons and drive a powerful ATV on off-road trails on this Canyon Canopy Adventure from Los Cabos. Glide along suspended steel cables while absorbing the unspoiled scenic beauty of the landscape, then drive through with ecological habitats on a modern ATV vehicle. Satisfy an appetite for adrenaline on this adventurous and active tour.
Duration
6 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9am, 10am, 12pm and 3pm
Price
$129 per person, plus a $20 park entrance fee and $25 UTV insurance paid on arrival
Alternative
Indoor Sky Diving - $49 per person
Extreme Canyon Zip Lines - $73 per person
Giant Swing in Los Cabos - $99 per person
Bungee Jump - $110 per person
4-Hour Monster Zip Line in Wild Canyon - $110 per person
3.5 Hour Canyon Jump from Glass Floor Gondola - $110 per person
Hidden Waterfalls Adventure

Embark on a trek into the interior of Baja and discover several hidden waterfalls on this exciting adventure. Join a private guide and hike through a canyon to find these cascading waterfalls. Once you arrive, you can swim, jump, and relax in the refreshing waters surrounded by nothing but beautiful nature; a true oasis in the middle of desert landscapes.
Duration
6 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9am
Price
$130 per person
Alternative
Natural Hot Springs Experience - $125 per person
Walk the Native Pericu Road - $130 per person
Hiking at the Fox Canyon - $145 per person
Powered Paragliding Flight

Take a 35-minute paragliding flight over the pristine beaches while looking for whales, dolphins and rays. An unforgettable personalized experience in Cabo San Lucas. Safe, thrilling and fun for all ages.
Duration
3 hours
Availability
Everyday at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm
Price
$240 per person
Mexican Legacy Cooking Class

Live this incredible cooking adventure that will take place in one of the best and most exclusive Mexican restaurants in Los Cabos. You will have a reserved table where our Master Chef will teach you the secrets of authentic Mexican cuisine. Groups are small, which allows a more personalized attention to each visitor. Learn step by step how to cook four delicious typical dishes of Mexican cuisine. You will even learn an original recipe to mix the perfect cocktail! You will have the opportunity to visit and learn all about natural ingredients that delight the most demanding palates in our own garden. Ideal for the whole family or as a couple, if you are tired of the same flavors in the typical buffet, enjoy, discover and savor new ingredients and ways of cooking them. From good aroma to exquisite seasoning, please your senses by learning from our expert local chef!
Duration
3 hours
Availability
Everyday at 5pm
Price
$75 per person
Alternative
Gourmet Fajitas in Your Private Villa/Condo - $53 per person
Gourmet Rib Eye in Your Private Villa/Condo - $64 per person
Parrillada Dinner with a Private Chef in Your Villa/Condo - $68 per person
Lobster Tail Dinner with a Private Chef - $95 per person
Farm to Table Azteca Taco Cooking Class - $95 per person
Mezcal Tasting and Cocktail Class

Some travelers favorite part of their Cabo San Lucas trips are the Mexican spirits, especially mezcal. Take home the basics of how to make your own mezcal and be able to enjoy this choice cocktail at home, too. You’ll go to Vas Que Vuelas Mezcaleria to learn about mezcal and taste three different ones before going to your cocktail class.
Duration
1.5 hours
Availability
Monday - Saturday, time TBD
Price
$70 per person
Alternative
Tequila Tasting Experience - $35 person
Cabo Art and Beer Tour - $95 per person
Downtown Food and Tacos Tasting Walking Tour

Feast your senses on the explosive flavors and cultural delights of Mexico on a 3-hour culinary walking tour of Cabo San Lucas. With a professional guide, discover local foodie hotspots and traditional dishes while exploring the vibrant downtown district of Cabo San Lucas. Sample classic favorites like tacos and quesadillas while gaining valuable insight into the culture, traditions and folklore of Mexico. Receive personalized attention from your gastronome guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.
Duration
3 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9am, 11am, 12:30pm and 5pm
Price
$73 per person
Alternative
Eat Like a Local - $69 per person
Cabo San Lucas "Catch of the Day" Seafood Tour - $75 per person