Cabo San Lucas Three-Hour Private Boat Snorkeling Tour — El Arco, Pelican Rock & Santa María Bay
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Accessible to most fitness levels; basic swimming confidence recommended for snorkeling
Overview
Board a private trimaran for three hours of sun, sea and snorkeling off Cabo San Lucas. Visit El Arco, Pelican Rock, Lover’s Beach and snorkel the clear waters of Santa María Bay with equipment, lunch and an open bar included.
Cabo San Lucas Three-Hour Private Boat Snorkeling Tour — El Arco, Pelican Rock & Santa María Bay
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The sunlight slashes the Pacific into bright ribbons as the trimaran eases from the marina, engines low and conversation dropping into the sound of gulls and wake. You feel the boat shoulder forward—slow, confident—and the first landmark arrives like a photograph coming into focus: El Arco, the sea-carved arch at Land’s End, white rock against cobalt water. Cameras click. The crew flips open the cooler, the open bar hums, and the boat becomes both staging area and front-row seat to Cabo’s seaside theater.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Sunscreen is required for long sun exposure; choose biodegradable formulas to protect reefs and marine life.
Arrive early to check in
Plan to be at the Main Dock Marina 20–30 minutes before departure to pay the small port fee and load gear.
Secure cameras and phones
Use a waterproof case or tether for phones and cameras—waves and jumping from the stern make slips common.
Hydrate between drinks
Alcohol and sun combine quickly; alternate cocktails with water and soak up meals to avoid heat fatigue.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- California sea lions
- Humpback whales (seasonal)
History
El Arco and the surrounding headlands are exposed granitic outcrops formed by tectonic uplift and relentless wave erosion; the area has long been a navigational point for local fishers and international vessels.
Conservation
Operators encourage reef-safe sunscreen and no-touch practices; avoid standing on coral and dispose of waste ashore to reduce marine pollution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects both your skin and the marine environment during prolonged sun exposure.
summer specific
Waterproof camera or case
Captures underwater life and arch shots without risking your phone.
Light windbreaker or UV shirt
Shields you from spray and late-afternoon chill on the open water.
spring specific
Water shoes or reef booties
Makes entry on rocky beaches and slippery docks easier and protects feet while snorkeling.
summer specific