Private Snorkeling in Chileno Bay & Santa Maria Cove - Los Cabos Guided Beach Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels — you should be comfortable treading water and swimming short distances.
Overview
Float over coral gardens and come face-to-face with tropical fish, turtles, and rays on a private guided snorkel through Santa María Cove and Chileno Bay. This beach-based tour focuses on calm water entry, reef protection, and the best early-morning windows for visibility.
Private Snorkeling in Chileno Bay & Santa Maria Cove - Los Cabos Guided Beach Tour
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A pale morning light slides across the Sea of Cortez and the water turns a hard, honest blue. You step off warm sand into waist-deep water and the world beneath the surface opens like a different country: coral ridges standing like submerged walls, schools of parrotfish patrolling the gardens, and a hawkbill turtle drifting past with slow, deliberate grace. This is Santa María Cove and Chileno Bay — two of Cabo’s gentlest snorkeling beaches — and on a private guided tour the reef feels less like a photo-op and more like a discovery.
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Adventure Tips
Start early for calmer water
Mornings typically have less wind and better visibility — aim for the earliest pickup to get the best snorkeling conditions.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply reef-safe sunscreen before you arrive and reapply away from the water to protect coral health.
Confirm wetsuit and gear sizes
Wetsuits and snorkel gear are included; provide your sizes in advance so the guide can fit you comfortably.
Respect the reef
Don’t stand on or touch coral; float with fins up and let marine life choose its distance to you.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Green and hawksbill sea turtles
- Southern stingrays and colorful reef fish (parrotfish, angelfish)
History
The bays were traditional fishing sites and later became popular with divers and snorkelers as tourism in Los Cabos grew in the late 20th century.
Conservation
Operators emphasize reef-safe practices and limited group sizes to protect coral; visitors should avoid touching coral, use reef-safe sunscreen, and support local conservation fees if asked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Mask & Snorkel
A well-fitting mask and snorkel let you see and breathe comfortably while the guide points out marine life.
Fins
Fins increase efficiency and control so you can glide over reefs without touching them.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the coral ecosystems; apply before arrival and avoid spraying in the water.
summer specific
Light wetsuit or rash guard
A thin wetsuit or rash guard provides sun protection and warmth in cooler mornings or seasons.
spring specific