2-Hour Shore Excursion | Arch, Lover’s Beach & Whale Encounters
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Enjoy a memorable whale watching shore excursion in Cabo San Lucas, designed specifically for cruise ship passengers with limited time in port. Departing from the marina near the Cabo cruise tender dock, this tour offers a convenient and stress-free way to experience Cabo’s top attractions from the water. Cruise past iconic landmarks such as El Arco (The Arch), Lover’s Beach, and Land’s End, where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez. After sightseeing, head into open waters known for seasonal whale activity, where you may spot humpback and gray whales breaching, tail-slapping, or swimming nearby. This approximately 2-hour tour is carefully timed to fit cruise schedules, allowing you to enjoy an unforgettable wildlife experience and return to your ship on time. With a small-group setting and professional local crew, it’s an ideal choice for cruise visitors to Cabo. Presented under the Boat Trips Club brand.
Inclusions
What's included
- Scenic cruise past El Arco, Lover’s Beach & Land’s End
- Cruise-friendly departure near the Cabo cruise port
- 2-hour whale watching boat tour in Cabo San Lucas
- Return to marina within cruise ship port time
- Small-group experience for better views and comfort
- Life jackets and onboard safety equipment
- Experienced local captain and crew
What's not
- Food or drinks
- Hotel transportation (for cruise guests)
- Whale sighting guarantees
- Dock fee
Itinerary
Your tour begins at the marina, where you’ll check in and board your whale watching boat. After a brief safety orientation, you’ll depart directly from the marina, just minutes from the cruise tender dock, making this a convenient start for cruise passengers.
Cruise toward El Arco, Cabo’s most famous natural landmark, located at Land’s End, where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez. This area is known for its dramatic rock formations, sea caves, and stunning coastal views. The boat slows for sightseeing and photos as your captain shares information about the Arch and the surrounding coastline.
Continue past Lover’s Beach (Playa del Amor) and nearby rocky outcrops that are often home to sea lions. This calm stretch of water offers a contrast between the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez and is a favorite scenic highlight. Head into open waters where whales are commonly spotted during the season. Depending on conditions, you may see humpback or gray whales breaching, tail-slapping, or swimming near the boat. Your experienced captain adjusts the route based on whale activity for the best viewing opportunities.
After whale watching, enjoy a relaxing return cruise along the coastline back to the marina. The tour concludes near the cruise tender dock, allowing ample time to return to your ship or continue exploring Cabo.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please be at the meeting point 30 minutes before the start of the tour. The meeting point is at Gregory Tours, in front of the surfboard sculpture. Our team will be there to assist you with check-in.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Boat Trips Club
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Cabo San Lucas
- Its from-price is 57% below the median of the 1180 experiences we list in Cabo San Lucas.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 497 of 1180.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas is the marina town at the very tip of Baja California, home to the famous rock arch where two seas meet.
The marina is the centre of town, lined with restaurants, bars and boats heading out for fishing, snorkelling and sunset cruises. From there, a short boat ride reaches Land's End and El Arco, the rock arch where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific, along with Lover's Beach and a colony of sea lions on the rocks.
Top-ranked sights in Cabo San Lucas: Pelican Rock, Bay of Cabo San Lucas, Marina Cabo San Lucas.
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