Things to do in Cabo San Lucas

Check Out the Beaches

Medano Beach

Spending the day on the beautiful Medano Beach is a popular thing to do in Cabo San Lucas.  Here you will find a variety of water sports including jet skis, paddleboarding, kayaking, and parasailing.  Medano Beach is also suitable for swimming although the ocean waves can make it can be difficult to get in and out of the water.

It also has a variety of great restaurants and bars who would be happy to have you stop in.  Unlike the quieter beaches outside of town, Medano Beach draws a lot of people.  You will also find many vendors who will likely approach you about purchasing their products.

Santa Maria Beach

Santa Maria Beach is one of the best beaches in the area providing calm waters for swimming and snorkeling.  This horseshoe-shaped beach is less busy than Medano Beach because of its location just outside of Cabo San Lucas. The sand here is coarser than some beaches but is a fair trade-off for fewer people.

It can be reached by car, local bus or taxi and is about 15 minutes from Cabo San Lucas.  This location does have restrooms and you are able to rent umbrellas for around $12 USD/228 pesos.  You may want to arrive before 10:00 a.m. and or after 4:00 p.m. to get a spot before tour boats arrive with groups ready to enjoy the beach and snorkeling.  Keep in mind there is no access to food or water at this beach so bring your own.

Chileno Beach

Chileno Beach is another beautiful beach, which is great for swimming and snorkeling.  You’ll find an array of colorful fish swimming along the rocks and tide pools ready for exploring.  Some visitors enjoy Chileno Beach over Santa Maria Beach due to its slightly finer sand and a wider array of fish.

This beach can be reached by taxi, local bus or car and is about 15 minutes from Cabo San Lucas.  Chileno Beach offers free parking, restrooms, showers, a lifeguard and handicap access to the beach.  Umbrellas can be rented for $10 USD/192 pesos.  This beach does not have access to food or water so bring your own.

Lover’s Beach

Lover’s Beach, also known as Playa del Amor, is located in front of the iconic Land’s End rocks.  If you pass through the rocks you will find Divorce Beach on the Pacific side and an area that is not swimmable due to the strong waves and undercurrent.

Lover’s Beach is beautiful with its large rock formations and clear water.  This beach is only accessible by water taxi or kayak from Medano Beach or the marina. Although there are no umbrellas, restrooms, food or beverage options, visitors often spend time swimming and snorkeling at this beautiful beach.

Try Zip Lining

If you are looking for adventure, check out Cabo Adventures’ zip line tour.  It offers the ultimate zip-lining adventure with the longest and fastest zip line in Mexico.  If you are looking for a rush of adventure, check it out!

Why Not Ride a Camel?

You would never expect to see camels in Cabo San Lucas, but here’s your chance to ride one.  Cabo Adventures offers a fun half-day experience in which you can ride down the beach atop a camel, followed by a freshly made meal and tequila tasting.  It’s unexpected but fun!  Friends, I enjoyed every second of my camel ride!

Check Out the Cabo Night Life

If you’re looking for options for good drinks, music, and entertainment then check these out.

Cabo Wabo Cantina

Sammy Hagar’s Cabo Wabo is a must-see for many visitors.  They offer food and beverages that pack a punch.  Cabo Wabo generally has a couple of bands a night playing hits from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s.

El Squid Roe

El Squid Roe is yet another iconic stop in Cabo San Lucas.  Known for its high energy atmosphere, entertainment, dancing, and drinks, it is definitely worth a visit.

Giggling Marlin

The Giggling Marlin is known for its upside-down shots and drinking games.  Their guacamole made table side is also a popular choice of many visitors.

Happy Ending Cantina

Although newer to Cabo than some bars, the Happy Ending Cantina quickly developed a following.  Known for their affordable drink prices, atmosphere and music, the Happy Ending Cantina is worth a try.  They’ve added a street-side kitchen so you have the option of grabbing food outside or staying for the evening.

If you’re interested in learning about where to eat, check out the Best Restaurants in Cabo – So You Can Stop Eating Touristy Food.

Head Off-Roading

Whether you are interested in riding an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) on the beach or off-roading in a buggy in the desert, there are multiple options available to visitors.

Stroll Horseback on the Beach

If you enjoy horseback riding, then you may want to take advantage of the tour opportunities to ride along the beautiful Cabo coastline.

Take a Swing at Golf

Cabo provides several popular choices for avid golfers.  The Diamante Cabo San Lucas offers multiple courses with varying levels of difficulty and some with beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean.

The Quivira is another popular course, looking over the steep granite cliffs of the Baja Peninsula.  Classified as a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, this is a popular course amongst visitors.

Cabo offers a variety of other golf courses including several public courses.

Shop at Puerto Paraiso Mall at the Marina

Located by the marina, this mall has a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options including a movie theater.

Enjoy the Water Sports at Medano Beach

Along Medano Beach, you will find a variety of vendors offering parasailing, jet ski rentals, paddleboards and water taxis to the iconic Land’s End, Lover’s Beach and more.  Take a walk along the beach and check it out.

Get a New View on a Sunset Cruise

Sunset cruises are very popular, but all are not equal.  I can’t believe I’m sharing Cabo’s Best Kept Secret with you, but we’re friends so here goes.  If you are looking for a sunset cruise with a more intimate, family feel to it, then the Rissalena is what you are looking for.   You will love this beautiful catamaran with its homemade meal, music, and open bar.  They make you feel like one of the family.

There are many other options for sunset cruises in Cabo including bigger boats that hold more people or even sailboats if that is what you prefer.

Some of the popular companies include Cabo Sailing Ocean Adventures, Buccaneer Queen, Cabo Adventures, and Sunrider Adventure Tours.

Head Out for Some Sport Fishing

Cabo is known for its world-class sportfishing.  Visitors will find a variety of deep-sea fishing charters searching for marlin, tuna, sailfish, grouper and more.  Your daily catch can be taken to one of the local restaurants where they will happily prepare it for your evening meal.  Most will cook it up in a variety of ways including ceviche, sashimi, fish tacos or as requested.  You may also see dolphins, sea turtles, and sea lions on your fishing excursion.

Sea Kayaking Along the Coastline

Cabo has a variety of kayaking opportunities.  Whether paddling to Lover’s Beach, or Chileno or Santa Maria Beaches, kayaking in Cabo San Lucas is a great way to enjoy the beautiful water and coastline.

Try Snorkeling to See the Fish

There are a variety of snorkeling tours available.  Some tours will stay in the Cabo San Lucas area and others will head further north to Sea of Cortez to snorkel in Cabo Pulmo Marine Reserve, which Jacque Cousteau named the “The World’s Natural Aquarium”.

Here are some of the popular tour companies, Sunrider Adventure Tours, Cabo Adventures, Cabo Sailing Ocean Adventures, and High Tide Sea Expectations.

Sailing on the Sea of Cortez

Why not consider a day aboard a beautiful sailing yacht.  You can relax under the sun and enjoy the warm breeze before snorkeling or paddleboarding in the beautiful Sea of Cortez.  You won’t regret this day!

Some of the popular companies include Cabo Adventures and Cabo Sailing Ocean Adventures.

Get Out and See the Whales

The best time for whale watching tours in Cabo San Lucas is from mid-January to mid-March when the Humpback and Gray Whales are closer to the coastline.

Popular companies include Cabo Trek and Cabo Escape.

Consider Snorkeling with Whale Sharks

From November to April you’ll have the opportunity to book a snorkeling tour with these gentle giants.  Known as the Sea of Cortez’s largest fish, this will be an adventure of a lifetime.  It’s a little costly, at over $200 USD/4,200 pesos a person,  because it is out of La Paz, but  Cabo Adventures has a popular tour.

Take Some Time to Unwind

One of my favorite things to do in Cabo is to lay by a pool or beachside enjoying the sun and a good book!  The warm sun and gentle breeze are a perfect combination to help you relax and unwind.

Get a Day Pass at a Cabo San Lucas Resort

There are a few beachfront resorts in Cabo San Lucas that offer day passes.  This is a great option if in Cabo for the day from a cruise, staying in San Jose del Cabo or not staying near the beach.

The  RIU Palace, Solmar Resort Cabo San Lucas, Breathless Cabo San Lucas and ME Cabo San Lucas all have day passes.

The Breathless Cabo San Lucas day pass is included with the Los Cabos Passport’s 2 for 1 deal so you may want to check that out.

Indulge Yourself with a Spa Treatment

Whether looking for a massage, facial or pedicure there are many options in Cabo.

For a more luxurious experience check out spa treatments at the various resorts such as the Solmar Spa Collection, The Desert Spa, The Spa at Pedegral, and YHI Spa at ME Cabo.

If you are looking for a massage with a view and at a great price check out, Massages at the Sand Bar on Medano Beach.

There are also a variety of popular spa services available in town including Justintime Massage, Eden’s Spa and Somma Wine Spa.

Spend the Day in San Jose del Cabo

Head to Los Cabos for the day, stroll through the old city, explore the artisan shops, have lunch and enjoy the beautiful ocean views.

Head to Todos Santos

Spend the day visiting the eclectic town of Todos Santos with its artisans, art galleries, shops, and restaurants.

Check Out La Paz

Head up the coast to spend the day in La Paz.  Enjoy the beautiful Balandra Beach, stroll through the historical center and Malecon before grabbing lunch at their Hotel California.  Not to be confused with the Eagle’s Hotel California.

Book the Trip!

Cabo San Lucas provides an amazing dose of sun and an array of activities for everyone to enjoy!

For more Cabo San Lucas tips check out the 18 Things You Absolutely Should Not Do in Cabo San Lucas.

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