Cabo Adventures & Things to Do
Looking for family-friendly things to do in Cabo? There are activities for all ages, and the variety is vast thanks to the amazing Baja California ecosystem. Popular water activities include swimming with dolphins, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, parasailing, snorkeling and (in season) whale watching. Prefer to stay on land? Zip-line through a canyon canopy, tear across the desert in a Baja racer or Polaris RZR, rent a car, scooter or e-bike, or head to beaches like Medano (the party beach) or Chileno for reef snorkeling. Whatever your family enjoys, Los Cabos has the landscape and providers to keep everyone safe and entertained.
Cabo Dolphin Experience
Swim with dolphins in Los Cabos
Bring your dreams to life with a chance to swim with dolphins in Mexico. Cabo Dolphins is a center dedicated to the research and rehabilitation of dolphins and other marine mammals native to Mexico, offering educational, interactive programs that are as fun as they are informative. Every tour includes an educational element led by genuinely caring, expert guides who are passionate about nature.
Snorkeling in Cabo
Learn about snorkeling in Los Cabos
The 1,000-mile Baja Peninsula is a marine sanctuary teeming with life — triggerfish, angelfish, goatfish, parrotfish and more. Snorkel, swim or power-snorkel in crystal-clear waters alongside rays, turtles and the occasional playful sea lion in what Jacques Cousteau called “the world’s aquarium.” Cabo San Lucas has many family-friendly snorkeling tours, and those wanting to explore further should consider Cabo Pulmo — a stunning reef perfect for a day trip.
Cabo ATV Tours
Ready for an extreme ATV adventure? This family-friendly activity lets kids join Mom and Dad on a desert tour about 25 miles north of Cabo San Lucas, where you’ll be amazed by scenic canyons and dry riverbeds leading to secluded beaches. Isolated from the major tourist areas, your guided tour heads deep into the mountains and then along the Pacific. Most providers include round-trip transportation from your resort and offer several tours each day.
Dune Buggy Cabo
Ride dune buggies in Los Cabos
Another awesome excursion is a Cabo dune buggy ride. These fully automatic machines make the tour safe and fun. After being picked up from your resort, you’ll explore the Migriño riverbed about 25 miles north of Cabo San Lucas, wrapped by mountains and the Pacific. Jump into a one- or two-seater buggy, step on the gas and enjoy a couple of hours of driving until you reach the river delta where the desert meets the ocean.
Cabo Camel Safari
Ride camels in the Cabo desert
Set out on a truly unique journey through the Baja desert atop a friendly camel, discovering the region’s natural wonders and rich culture with expert guides. Get introduced to your camel by name before setting off to explore. This tour includes round-trip transportation, a multi-course Mexican lunch with refreshing beverages, a tequila tasting and an authentic tortilla-making lesson — fun for the whole family and very kid-friendly.
Cabo Whale Watching
Whale watching tours in Los Cabos
From December through April each year, humpback whales migrate to the Sea of Cortez to mate and give birth to their calves. Watching them breach and play is a fascinating, safe and enjoyable experience for the whole family. On many Cabo whale-watching tours you’ll also spot sea lions, turtles, and bottlenose and common dolphins, among the diverse marine life that calls Baja California Sur home.
Cabo Zip Line
Zip line and canopy tours in Cabo
In need of adventure on your Cabo stay? There’s no better choice than an outdoor zip-line tour. Expert guides lead you through zip lines, a tropical hike and canyon-wall rappelling — brave the commando bridge, zip tandem or even upside down, and swing high over the canyon while taking in some of the region’s most breathtaking views. If adventure is your style, this family-friendly tour is for you.
Skydive Cabo
Jump out of a perfectly good plane in Los Cabos? Yes — Cabo skydiving runs almost daily from downtown Cabo San Lucas. Strap in with a professional who has thousands of jumps to their name and experience one of the most spectacular views imaginable over the Sea of Cortez, landing near Medano Beach, perfect for a celebratory drink afterward.
Ready for adventure? Book your airport transfer from SJD so you can hit the ground running — see all transportation options.
