About this tour
A 2.5-hour private glass-bottom kayak and snorkelling tour departing from the beach to explore Los Cabos Arch, where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez. You'll paddle a tandem kayak with a glass bottom to spot sea lions, tropical fish and marine life, then slip into the water for close-up snorkelling in turquoise shallows. Private guide, equipment and hotel transfers included; best tackled early in the day before afternoon winds pick up.
Highlights
- Glass-bottom kayak lets you see marine life without getting wet first
- Snorkel directly from the beach in clear turquoise water near the Arch
- Observe sea lion colony and colourful fish in their habitat
- Private guide and tandem kayak, no crowds from larger group tours
- Hotel transfers included; flexible pick-up time within your preferred window
- Max 4 people per group keeps it intimate
- All equipment provided — snorkel gear, kayak, bottled water and snacks
What to expect
You'll be picked up from your accommodation at a time you choose, then driven to the beach launch point. Your private guide will fit you with snorkel gear and brief you on the glass-bottom kayak before you paddle out together towards the Arch. The kayak's transparent hull lets you observe fish and marine life as you glide across the water. Once at the site, you'll slip into the water to snorkel directly around the Arch and nearby reefs, spotting sea lions and tropical species up close. The tour wraps up with your guide bringing you back to shore and returning you to your hotel.
Conditions matter: strong afternoon winds can prevent reaching the Arch, in which case you'll spend extra time snorkelling at Pelican Rock instead. Early starts are strongly recommended to avoid both wind and the afternoon crowds that flock to this iconic landmark.
What travellers say
- Private tour means no jostling with large groups
- Glass-bottom kayak and snorkel combo covers two ways to see marine life
- Early start option avoids crowds and improves Arch access
- Flexible pick-up time within your preferred window
- Safety-first approach with weather rescheduling or refunds
- Afternoon winds often prevent reaching the Arch itself
- No locker storage on beach — leave valuables in transport
- Not suitable for anyone with spinal issues, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns
- Weather-dependent; sometimes only Pelican Rock reachable instead
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone comfortable in the water and keen to see marine life without a large tour group. Children from age 6 upwards can join; the per-person price is the same for kids and adults. Not suitable if you have spinal injuries, are pregnant, or have poor cardiovascular health. Be aware the tandem kayak has a combined weight limit of 195 kg (425 lbs). There are no locker facilities on the beach, but you can safely leave belongings in the transfer vehicle. The experience depends heavily on weather — if wind or rough seas make it unsafe, you can reschedule or request a full refund with no penalty. You must cancel at least 48 hours ahead for a refund; no-shows are charged in full. Transfers are optional and free if you don't use them; the price stays the same.
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