Step aboard a private yacht from IGY Marina and cruise past El Arco, sea lion colonies and sculpted cliffs. Spend four hours snorkeling, paddle-boarding or lounging with tapas and an open bar while local crews guide your route.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The marina hums before dawn—engine hums, crew stowing lines, and the water in Cabo San Lucas reflects a strip of seaworn light. Onboard Mi Dharma, a private 4-hour yacht slides away from Dock H and the city shrinks into cliffs and scattered rooftops. Within minutes the famous El Arco (the Arch) comes into view: a wind-sculpted doorway where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific, sea lions barking on sunbaked rocks and the current tugging gently at the hull as if encouraging you forward.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to climb a small ladder and enjoy short swims or paddleboarding.
Wildlife
History
Cabo San Lucas evolved from a fishing village to an international marina; the Arch is a natural landmark carved over millennia as currents met granite outcrops.
Conservation
Use reef-safe products and avoid touching coral; local operators follow guidelines to minimize anchoring damage in protected bays.
Reserve your spot on the 4-hour Private Yacht Cruise in Cabo today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early to check in
Plan to be at Dock H at least 20 minutes before departure to board and store personal items; the marina can be busy during high season.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply biodegradable sunscreen before boarding to protect local coral and marine life while snorkeling.
Bring a light layer
Even in warm weather, the breeze offshore cools quickly—pack a thin windbreaker for the return leg.
Motion-sickness precaution
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication an hour before departure—open decks reduce but don’t eliminate motion.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine ecosystems during snorkeling stops.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Necessary for snorkeling, paddle-boarding or lounging on deck.
summer
Light windbreaker
Shields against cool breezes on the open water, especially in the morning or evening.
spring
Waterproof phone case or small dry bag
Keeps valuables dry during swims and when waves splash the deck.