Glass-Bottom Kayak to El Arco & Playa del Amor — Private Cabo Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people comfortable with light paddling and short swims; basic swimming ability recommended.
Overview
Paddle a glass-bottom kayak to El Arco and Playa del Amor on a private 2½-hour tour from Cabo San Lucas. Snorkel at Pelican Rock, watch sea lions up close, and learn local conservation tips while enjoying a calm morning on the water.
Glass-Bottom Kayak to El Arco & Playa del Amor — Private Cabo Kayak and Snorkel Tour
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The morning light on Cabo San Lucas cuts clean across the bay—pale gold on sandstone, turquoise that looks forced into sharper color. You step off sand into a glass-bottom kayak and the water answers with detail: schools of angelfish weaving beneath your hull, the shadow of a ray folding like a question under you. Guides check life jackets, hand over snorkel masks, and you push away from the beach. The granite shoulders of El Arco loom ahead, weathered and patient; the sea seems to be trying to pry a final shape from the rock.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Start early to avoid wind
Book the earliest pickup—winds typically strengthen in the afternoon and can limit access to El Arco; mornings are calmer for kayaking and snorkeling.
Use reef‑safe sunscreen
Protect coral and fish by applying reef-safe sunscreen before you launch; guides will ask you to reapply after swimming if needed.
Wear water shoes
Launches and shoreings can be rocky; water shoes provide traction and protect toes when getting in and out of kayaks.
Observe sea lions at a distance
Sea lions are wild and can be territorial—follow your guide’s instructions and keep a respectful distance to avoid stressing them.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- California sea lions
- Brown pelicans
History
El Arco marks Land's End where currents have shaped granite for millennia; the area has been an active fishing and maritime route since colonial times and now supports ecotourism.
Conservation
Operators emphasize low-impact access—using kayaks from the beach, enforcing distance from wildlife, and encouraging reef-safe products helps protect local reefs and breeding sea lions.
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Recommended Gear
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects marine life and prevents sunburn during prolonged exposure on the water.
Water shoes
Useful for launching from sand and negotiating rocky shores at Playa del Amor.
Dry bag or waterproof phone case
Keeps electronics and valuables dry while paddling and snorkeling.
Light windbreaker
Morning breezes and sea spray can be cool—an easy layer helps on early departures.
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