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Come with us on a Cabo Snorkeling and glass-bottom kayak tour at The Arch. In this famous Baja Peninsula landmark, the Pacific Ocean joins the celestial emerald waters of the Sea of Cortez. The Arch is not only an ideal habitat for marine birds and multicolored fish, but it is also an incredible place to observe a massive colony of majestic sea lions. This is a Cabo Arch Tour with a difference, as our glass bottom kayaks allow you to see beautiful sea life as you paddle through one of the most beautiful bodies of water in the world. And you can get an even closer look at the sea life in Cabo by snorkeling in the clear turquoise waters.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
For cruise ship passengers: As you walk from the tender pier through the pier security gate, turn right on the red sidewalk that borders the harbor. The Gali Plaza will be on your left, the water on your right. Walk approximately 20 yards to the Cruise Terminal building. The building will be on your left and has a sign saying API in blue letters. Enter the terminal building and walk to the far side where you will exit onto a parking lot. At the parking lot exit, you will see an Oxxo convenience store. Your guide will be waiting in front of the store.
Exact location: PLAZA GALI, Parking Lot (Oxxo) Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 36, Centro, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico.
If you are driving yourself: The meeting point is at the Plaza Gali parking lot, which is located right in front of the Sandos Finisterra Hotel. We will meet you in front of the OXXO convenience store which is located at the exit of the parking lot.
Exact location: PLAZA GALI, Parking Lot (OxxO) Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 36, Centro, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico.
If you choose our complimentary transport service: Our round-trip transportation covers hotels in San Jose del Cabo, the corridor, and the Cabo San Lucas tourist area. Pick-up is approximately one hour before the start of your tour. Upon booking, you can specify your exact hotel. Please contact us to confirm your specific time of pick up one day before your scheduled tour.
We do not offer transportation from hotels outside of the tourist area, such as Hard Rock, Nobu, or Four Seasons (these are approx. 50 min. away from the tourist area); for those hotels, we will pick you up at our standard meeting point:
PLAZA GALI, Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 36, Centro, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico.
If you do not need complimentary round-trip transportation: We can meet you at PLAZA GALI, Parking Lot (OxxO) Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 36, Centro, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico., we will meet you there, just let us know so we give you a time.
Itinerary
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1
Meet your guide near the beach for a short introduction, safety briefing, and equipment setup before beginning the experience. Playa Empacadora offers calm morning waters and direct access to the coastline around Land’s End.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Paddle along the rocky coastline where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez. This section of Cabo is known for its dramatic granite formations, changing water colors, marine birds, and constant contrast between desert cliffs and open ocean views. Morning tours often provide calmer paddling conditions, while afternoon departures may include more wind and visible marina traffic around the Arch area.
Admission ticket free -
El Arco de Cabo San Lucas (Pass by)
Depending on ocean and navigation conditions, your guide will paddle toward the famous El Arco de Cabo San Lucas area for scenic views and photos. Boat traffic and weather conditions can occasionally modify the exact route or stopping location to maintain safe navigation. The perspective from the kayak allows you to experience the scale of Land’s End from water level, far from the atmosphere of larger boat tours.
Admission ticket free -
Playa de los Amantes (Pass by)
Paddle near Lovers Beach, one of Cabo’s most iconic coastal landmarks located between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez. As you continue along Land’s End, your guide may share local insights about the geology, rock formations, and marine environment that shape this unique area of Cabo San Lucas. Depending on ocean conditions and marine traffic, the route may also pass near the local sea lion colony located on the rocky formations around Land’s End. Sea lions are commonly seen resting on the rocks, swimming nearby, or interacting naturally around the area, although sightings can vary depending on the season and time of day.
Admission ticket free -
2Pelican Rock
Stop for a guided snorkeling session near Pelican Rock or a nearby reef area selected according to daily conditions. The rocky reefs around this section of Cabo attract tropical fish and marine life commonly found in the Sea of Cortez, including parrotfish, angelfish, rays, pufferfish, and schooling fish. Snorkeling is done directly from the kayak and water entry area, no boat involved.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Return Paddle to Playa Empacadora Enjoy the return paddle back along the coastline while taking in final views of Cabo’s marina, desert mountains, and the rock formations surrounding Land’s End.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We do not use boats, all our water activities start from the beach.
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We do not use boats, all our water activities start from the beach.
- Participants must be at least 6 years old. Max. weight on tandem kayaks is 195kg/425lbs.
- The price per person is the same for both children and adults.
- You have the option to choose your preferred pick-up time within the specified time frame, as it is a private tour.
- We recommend the earliest start possible for your tour as historically there are stronger winds early in the afternoon. Due to this, there are times when we can’t reach the arch, only Pelican Rock. Also, because the arch is the most well-known landmark in Cabos, there’s a high number of visitors, and it’s even more crowded in the afternoons.
- Unfortunately, we cannot control the wind. In the event that strong winds prevent us from getting to the Arch, we will spend more time snorkeling to make sure the adventure continues. We will not issue partial refunds.
- Your safety is our priority, when the conditions are not favorable, due to wind, high waves, or a tropical storm, we offer to change the day of your reservation or make a refund.
- Since this is a private tour, you can decide whether or not to complete the full activity.
- Our activities take place on the beach and there are no locker facilities, however, you can safely leave your personal belongings in the transportation.
- All transfers are complementary and optional, therefore the price doesn’t change if you don’t use the transfer option.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. No show or last minute cancellation will be charged in full. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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