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This private kayak and snorkeling experience offers a slower and more personalized way to explore Land’s End in Cabo San Lucas. Launching directly from Playa Empacadora, you’ll paddle beside granite cliffs, sea lion colonies, Lovers Beach, and the famous Arch while avoiding the crowded feeling of larger boat tours.
Private tours naturally move at a different rhythm. With flexible pacing, extra time for snorkeling, wildlife viewing, photos, or simply floating beside the coastline, the experience feels more immersive and connected to the ocean itself.
The route combines scenic kayaking with guided snorkeling near Pelican Rock, where tropical fish, rays, angelfish, pufferfish, and schools of marine life move through the reefs of the Sea of Cortez. Morning conditions often bring calmer water and softer light around Land’s End, creating an even more relaxed atmosphere.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
• Complimentary round-trip transportation is available from hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor
• If your hotel is not listed, feel free to contact us so we can check transportation availability for your area
• Guests arriving with their own vehicle may meet at Plaza Gali OXXO or directly at Playa Empacadora, where the experience begins from the beach
• Hotels outside the main tourist area, including Hard Rock, Nobu, Rancho San Lucas, Diamante, or Four Seasons, are not included in complimentary transportation and will meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas
• Cruise guests will also meet at Plaza Gali OXXO, approximately 3–5 minutes walking from the marina exit. Detailed walking directions will be provided with your confirmation message
• Cabo San Lucas cruise arrivals operate using tender boats, which may take additional time depending on port operations. We strongly recommend taking the earliest tender available or booking priority tender service whenever possible
• Guests who miss transportation or arrive late must arrive directly at Playa Empacadora before the activity start time at their own expense
Itinerary
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1
Meet your private guide at Playa Empacadora for equipment setup, safety orientation, and a short paddling introduction before launching directly from the beach. This historic shoreline sits near the old tuna cannery area and offers one of the closest ocean access points to Land’s End and the Arch of Cabo San Lucas.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Paddle along the granite coastline toward Neptune’s Finger, one of the distinctive rock formations shaped by wind, waves, and time. This scenic pass-by section offers changing water colors, cliff views, and a quiet introduction to the natural landscape of Land’s End from sea level.
Admission ticket free -
El Arco de Cabo San Lucas (Pass by)
Continue paddling near the famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas, one of the most recognizable landmarks in Baja California Sur. Your guide will allow time for scenic views and photos when ocean and marine traffic conditions permit, always adjusting the route for safety and comfort.
Admission ticket free -
Playa de los Amantes (Pass by)
Pass near Lovers Beach, a narrow sandy area framed by dramatic granite formations. From the kayak, this section reveals the contrast between the protected Sea of Cortez side and the more exposed Pacific side of Land’s End.
Admission ticket free -
2Pelican Rock
Stop for a guided snorkeling session near Pelican Rock or a nearby reef area selected according to daily ocean conditions. Rocky reefs, clear water, and seasonal marine life make this one of Cabo’s most popular snorkeling areas.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Enjoy the return paddle toward Playa Empacadora with final views of Land’s End, Cabo San Lucas Bay, and the surrounding desert coastline. This last section offers a relaxed close to the adventure before arriving back at the beach.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 6 years old
- Guests receive exact meeting or pick-up instructions within 24 hours after booking through the Viator operator chat. If not received, please contact us at least 24 hours before your tour
- Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
- Cut-off times are based on local experience time
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 6 years old
- Guests receive exact meeting or pick-up instructions within 24 hours after booking through the Viator operator chat. If not received, please contact us at least 24 hours before your tour
- Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
- Cut-off times are based on local experience time
- Private tours allow flexible pacing, scenic stops, and a more personalized experience depending on guest preferences and energy level throughout the activity
- No boats are used — the experience begins directly from the beach
- Wetsuits available upon request during winter months in XL, LG, M, and SM
- Maximum combined weight on tandem kayaks is 195 kg / 425 lbs
- Kayaking requires basic fitness and comfort in the water
- Morning departures are usually recommended for better visibility, calmer waters, and lighter boat traffic
- Wind and ocean conditions may occasionally prevent access to the Arch area. If this happens, the experience continues around Land’s End with scenic paddling, coastline exploration, and additional snorkeling time. Partial refunds are not provided for ocean-condition route adjustments
- This experience requires favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- No locker facilities are available, but belongings may usually remain inside the transportation vehicle during the activity
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions
- Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed
- Medical refund requests require an official same-day doctor’s certificate and prior notification before activity start time
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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