What will I see snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas?

Cabo's best snorkel sites include Pelican Rock (next to The Arch — calm water and dense tropical fish), Santa Maria Bay (a protected horseshoe cove ideal for beginners and families), and Chileno Bay (a national marine reserve with the largest variety of fish in the area). Wildlife sightings often include colorful reef fish, sea turtles, manta rays, and the resident sea lion colony near Land's End.

What is included on a private snorkeling tour?

Every private snorkeling charter includes a licensed captain and bilingual crew, professional snorkel gear (mask, fins, snorkel) sanitized for each guest, fuel, bottled water, and an open bar with beer and soft drinks. Light snacks are included on most charters. Wetsuits are available on request during cooler months (December–February).

Is the snorkeling tour private?

Yes — every charter we offer is 100% private. Your group has the entire boat to yourselves with no strangers and no shared deck. Pricing is per boat, not per person, so larger groups get exceptional value.

What is the best season for snorkeling in Cabo?

Snorkeling is excellent year-round in Cabo San Lucas thanks to warm Sea of Cortez water. Visibility is typically best from May through November when seas are calmest. December through February still offers great snorkeling with slightly cooler water — wetsuits available on request.

Is transportation to the marina included?

Round-trip private hotel transportation is available for $140 USD when you book. It is not included in the base charter price. The Phoenix private sailboat is the only vessel in our fleet with complimentary round-trip hotel transport included.

How much does a private snorkeling tour in Cabo cost?

Private snorkeling tours in Cabo San Lucas start around $550 USD and vary by boat size, duration, and group. Prices are per boat — not per person — so larger groups get exceptional value. All tours include certified snorkeling gear, crew, fuel, and bottled water.

Are your snorkeling tours kid-friendly?

Absolutely. Pelican Rock and Santa Maria Bay are calm, shallow, and have lots of marine life kids love. We carry kid-sized snorkel gear and floatation devices, and our crew is patient with first-time snorkelers of any age.

What is your cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure with a full refund. You can also reschedule your charter anytime, subject to availability — just contact us by email or WhatsApp and we'll take care of it.

Private Snorkeling Boat Tour
in Cabo San Lucas

Swim with tropical fish at Pelican Rock, Santa Maria & Chileno Bay — all on your own private boat with crew & open bar.

Private snorkeling tour near The Arch in Cabo San Lucas

Guests snorkeling in crystal-clear water at Pelican Rock Cabo

Colorful tropical fish on a Cabo San Lucas snorkeling boat tour

Private boat anchored for snorkeling at Santa Maria Bay Cabo

Group enjoying a private snorkeling charter in the Sea of Cortez

All Ways Cabo Boats offers all-inclusive private snorkeling tours in Cabo San Lucas — premium open bar and food, no upsells, no hidden fees. Round-trip hotel transport is free on the Phoenix sailboat and available for $140 USD on all other boats. Snorkel Pelican Rock, Santa Maria Bay, and Chileno Bay, where you can swim with tropical fish, manta rays, and sea lions. Every charter is 100% private with captain, crew, snorkel gear, and fuel included. Charters depart from Cabo San Lucas Marina.

Discover the Underwater Wonders of Cabo

Join us and dive into crystal-clear waters, where you can swim alongside tropical fish, manta rays, and sea turtles. Our snorkeling tour takes you to the best spots in the area, including the famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas.

Your Aquatic Adventure Includes:

Pro Snorkel Gear: Mask, fins, and vest
Expert Bilingual Guide: For your safety and fun
Open Bar: Ice-cold beer, water & soft drinks
Light Snacks: To refuel after your swim
Best Snorkel Spots: Pelican Rock & more
Comfortable Boat: Shade and a premium sound system

You’ll enjoy a relaxed and safe environment, with expert guides who will accompany you throughout the tour to ensure you have an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced snorkeler, our team will make sure you enjoy the activity to the fullest.

Cabo's Best Snorkel Spots — Your Captain Picks the Right One

Conditions change daily. On a private charter, your captain chooses the calmest, clearest site for your group — not a fixed route.

Pelican Rock

Right next to The Arch, Pelican Rock offers calm, protected water and some of the densest tropical fish in the bay — all minutes from the marina. It's the closest world-class snorkel site to downtown Cabo and a favorite for first-timers, since the water stays shallow near the rock and your boat anchors just steps away.

Santa Maria Bay

A protected horseshoe cove with calm, clear water — ideal for beginners, families, and anyone who wants an easy, relaxed swim. The sandy bottom and gentle entry make it the most forgiving site in Los Cabos, and the fish come to you along the rocky edges of the bay.

Chileno Bay

A national marine reserve with the largest variety of fish in the area. Chileno rewards confident swimmers with rocky reef fingers, sea turtles, and rays — worth the slightly longer cruise along the corridor when conditions line up. Wildlife sightings often include manta rays and the resident sea lions near Land's End.

What's Included on Your Private Snorkeling Tour

All-inclusive means exactly that — nothing to rent, nothing to upgrade, no surprises at the dock.

Snorkel Gear: Mask, fins, snorkel and vest — sanitized for each guest, with kid sizes on board. Wetsuits available on request in cooler months.
Premium Open Bar: Sparkling wine, vodka, tequila, whisky, rum and gin — unlimited for your whole charter.
Fresh Bites Prepared On Board: Burritos, quesadillas, ceviche, guacamole and fruit skewers, freshly prepared by your crew — exactly what you want after a swim. Dietary requirements accommodated with advance notice.
Towels On Board: Fresh towels for every guest — dry off and warm up in the sun between swims.
Sound System: Bluetooth sound system on board — your playlist between snorkel stops.
Licensed Captain & Crew: A licensed captain and bilingual crew who know every reef — they pick the calmest, clearest spot for the day's conditions and stay in the water with first-timers.

Getting There Is Easy

Most snorkeling operators in Cabo hand you a marina address and expect you to sort out your own taxi — juggling gear bags, kids, and downtown traffic before you've even seen the water. Not here: the Phoenix sailboat charter includes free round-trip hotel transport, and on any other boat you can add it for $140 USD round trip. Our driver picks your group up at the hotel lobby, drops you dockside at Cabo San Lucas Marina where your crew is waiting, and drives you back after the tour. Door to dock and back — zero logistics on your vacation.

Departure Times & Seasons

Morning light, calm seas, and the best visibility — snorkeling in Cabo is a morning sport.

Morning Departures, Year-Round

Snorkeling tours depart in the morning — the Phoenix snorkeling charter runs 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM — when the sea is calmest, the light is best for spotting fish, and the snorkel sites are least crowded. You're back in time for lunch ashore or a marina stroll. Departure times may vary seasonally and are confirmed at booking.

Best Season for Visibility

Snorkeling is excellent year-round in the warm Sea of Cortez. Visibility is typically best May through November when seas are calmest. December through February brings slightly cooler water — wetsuits are available on request — plus the bonus of humpback whales on the ride out.

What to Bring

Gear, drinks, food, and towels are already on board. The short list:

Biodegradable sunscreen — required to protect the reef and marine life
Swimsuit — wear it under your clothes to save time at the first stop
Towel — optional, we have fresh ones on board
Camera — a waterproof one if you have it; the sea lions love an audience
A hat and sunglasses for the ride between snorkel spots

Why Snorkel From a Private Boat

Shared snorkel tours in Cabo drop dozens of swimmers on the same reef at the same time, on a schedule that doesn't care whether the water is clear. On a private charter, your captain reads the day's conditions and takes you where the visibility is best — and if your group is loving a spot, you stay longer. First-time snorkelers get one-on-one help from the crew, kids move at their own pace, and confident swimmers can range further from the boat. Same ocean, completely different experience: your group, your rhythm, and a reef that isn't crowded with fins.

What Guests Are Saying

5.0 across Google and Tripadvisor reviews.

"Loved the crew and the fun facts during the boat ride. Delicious lunch. Prices that were discussed via email was not changed day of so I would recommend."

Nhubinh Nguyen · 2024-12-17 · Google Review

"If I could give 100 stars I would. My husband and I have now used All Ways Cabo Boat Tours twice, and both times it was a 10/10 experience. Everything from the booking process, pre-tour communication, pick up/drop off to the boat tour itself is top-notch."

Jamie Fox

"VIP treatment with food, drinks, scenic tours & whale watching."

Cory Rutledge

"Private sailing tour — whales and dolphins. Highlight of our month in Cabo."

Gary Christiansen

Booking & Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. Full refund. Reschedule anytime subject to availability.

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure
Full refund
Reschedule anytime, subject to availability

Snorkeling Tour FAQs

What will I see snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas?: Cabo's best snorkel sites include Pelican Rock (next to The Arch — calm water and dense tropical fish), Santa Maria Bay (a protected horseshoe cove ideal for beginners and families), and Chileno Bay (a national marine reserve with the largest variety of fish in the area). Wildlife sightings often include colorful reef fish, sea turtles, manta rays, and the resident sea lion colony near Land's End.
What is included on a private snorkeling tour?: Every private snorkeling charter includes a licensed captain and bilingual crew, professional snorkel gear (mask, fins, snorkel) sanitized for each guest, fuel, bottled water, and an open bar with beer and soft drinks. Light snacks are included on most charters. Wetsuits are available on request during cooler months (December–February).
Is the snorkeling tour private?: Yes — every charter we offer is 100% private. Your group has the entire boat to yourselves with no strangers and no shared deck. Pricing is per boat, not per person, so larger groups get exceptional value.
What is the best season for snorkeling in Cabo?: Snorkeling is excellent year-round in Cabo San Lucas thanks to warm Sea of Cortez water. Visibility is typically best from May through November when seas are calmest. December through February still offers great snorkeling with slightly cooler water — wetsuits available on request.
Is transportation to the marina included?: Round-trip private hotel transportation is available for $140 USD when you book. It is not included in the base charter price. The Phoenix private sailboat is the only vessel in our fleet with complimentary round-trip hotel transport included.
How much does a private snorkeling tour in Cabo cost?: Private snorkeling tours in Cabo San Lucas start around $550 USD and vary by boat size, duration, and group. Prices are per boat — not per person — so larger groups get exceptional value. All tours include certified snorkeling gear, crew, fuel, and bottled water.
Are your snorkeling tours kid-friendly?: Absolutely. Pelican Rock and Santa Maria Bay are calm, shallow, and have lots of marine life kids love. We carry kid-sized snorkel gear and floatation devices, and our crew is patient with first-time snorkelers of any age.
What is your cancellation policy?: Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure with a full refund. You can also reschedule your charter anytime, subject to availability — just contact us by email or WhatsApp and we'll take care of it.

Private Snorkeling Boat Tourin Cabo San Lucas