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Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas

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Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas is a unique experience for everyone.

You can rent snorkeling gear, join a snorkeling package tour, charter your own boat or snorkel on your own in Cabo. 

Where to Snorkel in Cabo

Cabo San Lucas, its sister city San Jose del Cabo, and the area in between them called the Corridor offer different sites to experience the wondrous underwater marine life.

For a complete list, please visit our Snorkeling Spots in Los Cabos page. 

Cabo Snorkeling Tours

A lot of tour companies offer Cabo snorkeling packages. You can hire a boat to take you out to some of the best spots around El Arco or a trip to Santa Maria. Most two-hour tours, including equipment, will cost around $40-$60 dollars.

Cabo Expeditions (011 52 624 143 2700) offers a three hour Cabo snorkeling adventure to Santa Maria Bay and Land's End for $45, including a box lunch.

Snorkeling on Your Own in Cabo

Ask your hotel if they rent out snorkeling equipment. Most hotels in Cabo rent gear for around $10-$15 dollars.

Also, a lot of all inclusives resorts will let guests use their equipment for free if you are snorkeling on site. If you are snorkeling in Cabo on your own, stay towards the marina side of Cabo. The Pacific side of Cabo has strong currents and undertow.

What to See When Snorkeling in Cabo

The ocean in Cabo San Lucas is teeming with colorful tropical fish and other marine life that will delight an avid snorkeler. The abundant marine life includes eagle rays, manta rays, octopus, and eels. Tropical fish include puffers, balloon fish, Mexican hogfish, goatfish, surgeon fish, parrotfish and spotted porcupine.

Cabo Snorkeling Tips

  1. Choose a reputable charter or tour company that have bi-lingual guides and be aware of what is included in your package. Check for cancellation
  2. charges before you sign anything.
  3. Bring lots of sunscreen, a towel, food and drink especially if you snorkel on your own.
  4. Hydrate at all times and be especially aware of kids traveling with you.
  5. Leave all valuables at your hotel or in a safe place. Carry only enough cash for your day trip.
  6. Bring a water proof camera if you want to take souvenir photos of you and your group.
  7. Do not take any shell or souvenir from the sea. It may not be allowed.

Cabo Snorkeling Safety

  • Do not snorkel on your own. If this is not possible, make sure you let someone know of your whereabouts in case of an emergency.
  • Stay close to shore. Do not be tempted to snorkel further than what you think is safe. Currents are strong and you will need energy to swim back to safety.
  • Do not touch the marine life. Keep a safe distance from them and don’t do any sudden movements that may startle them.
  • Be aware of your surroundings: where the rocks are or how strong the surf is.
  • Be aware of the seabed. You don’t want to touch any coral or fish that may have a harmful effect on you.
  • Learn basic first aid for you and your family’s protection.
  • Always check weather conditions before heading off on your trip. Heed all beach warnings.

Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas is an activity that can be experienced all year. Enjoy the natural beauty of this wonderful tropical paradise in land and underwater and leave the place as clean and beautiful as when you first arrived.

Cabo Companies With Snorkeling