Water Activities in Los Cabos
Home to Land’s End and the famous “El Arco” at the tip of Baja California Sur — where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez — Los Cabos offers warm, inviting waters more than nine months of the year. Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo and the surrounding region are packed with water activities: stand-up paddleboarding, boat tours, parasailing, flyboarding, luxury yacht rentals and whale watching. Traveling with family? There’s plenty to keep everyone busy, from dolphin experiences and banana-boat rides to public beaches perfect for a swim.
Snuba Underwater Experience
Cabo San Lucas, BCS 23453
Tel: 624-130-6994 | Website
Experience the amazement of diving without heavy gear. SNUBA lets you glide well below the surface breathing through an easy-to-use regulator attached to a floating air supply on the surface. Wearing just a mask and fins, you can explore the reef and spot tropical marine life up close. A brief 15-minute training session is all it takes — no certification or previous experience needed, even with only basic swimming skills. It’s a great option for families and all ages, kids and grandparents included.
Parasailing in Cabo
Av. del Pescador, El Medano Ejidal, Cabo San Lucas, MX 23450
Tel: 624-144-3688 | Website
Take a trip over the sea and discover the majestic beauty of Land’s End. From 180 feet in the air you’ll have a bird’s-eye view of the famous Arch, the marina, the city and the surrounding wildlife. Safety training, instructions and transport to and from the Sea of Cortez are included, and each flight lasts about 10 minutes — plenty of time to capture “El Arco” as the backdrop to a selfie. On landing, you may get to dip your feet in the ocean before the boat returns you to Medano Beach or the Marina. Children aged 10+ must be accompanied by an adult.
Wave Runners
Medano Beach @ Pueblo Bonito, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Tel: 624-143-2228 | Website
Ride a powerful Yamaha jet ski across the blue waters of the Sea of Cortez for 30 minutes to an hour. It’s one of the most exciting water activities on Medano Beach — fast yet safe, with room for 1–3 riders. Safety instruction and life jackets are provided. Rentals are available seven days a week, 9 am to 4 pm; children under 13 require an adult companion.
JetPack & Cabo Flyboard
Av. del Pescador, Local #6, Medano Beach, Cabo San Lucas, BCS 23450
Website
Flyboarding is one of the coolest activities in Los Cabos, and Cabo’s pleasant weather makes it the perfect place to try it. Experienced instructors help you fly like a superhero and dive like a dolphin during 100% private lessons at Medano Beach. The X-JetPack straps on like a backpack with two jet blasters and control bars for stability — turn it on and it produces enough force to lift you above the water for an unforgettable experience.
Sunset Cruise
Various providers in Los Cabos | Website
Set out on the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific to witness a magical Los Cabos sunset. From a private yacht to the many sunset cruises that operate here, you’re sure to find one that fits — many include appetizers and drinks, and a tour around the famous “El Arco” and along the Pacific past the luxury villas of Pedregal, dubbed the “Beverly Hills” of Cabo San Lucas. Cruises last 2–4 hours, often with live entertainment, and are great for the whole family.
Ready to hit the water? Book your airport transfer from SJD so you can get to the marina and back to your resort with ease — see all transportation options.
