Boat Ride to the Arch with Snorkeling in Cabo
Back at the ship by about 11:45 am, 3 h 15 min before the last tender. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 2 h 15 min to spare.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip anchors in Cabo San Lucas45 min to get a tender and reach the pier
- 8:45 amLeave the pierAbout 15 min to the start point
- 9:00 amEarliest tour startTour runs 2 h 30 min. Latest sensible start: 11:15 am.
- 11:30 amTour ends15 min back to the pier
- 11:45 amBack at the tender pier3 h 15 min before the last tender
- 3:30 pmAll aboardLast tender usually leaves about 3:00 pm
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
Our verdict
This tour fits a typical Cabo San Lucas call (8:00 am–3:30 pm). It runs 2 h 30 min; ashore by 8:45 am, you can start by 9:00 am and be back at the gangway around 11:45 am — 2 h 15 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.
Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 1:15 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.
We don't have a verified start point for this tour yet, so we assume 15 min each way from the pier — the typical ride in Cabo San Lucas. Check the meeting point on the booking page.
Among the 397 Cabo San Lucas shore excursions we track, this is about average in length (the median runs 2 h 45 min); 86% of them fit a typical call. Cabo San Lucas is a tender port: we add 45 minutes to get ashore and keep you back 30 minutes before all aboard for the last tender.
Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Cabo San Lucas call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.
About this tour
This is more than a sightseeing cruise — it's a chance to see Cabo through the eyes of local marine experts. Your guide and captain are both trained biologists who share in-depth, science-backed insight into the marine life and rock formations you'll encounter along the way.
Booking this tour also supports a small, women-led local business dedicated to ocean conservation, including efforts like disentangling whales caught in fishing gear. It's a way to enjoy an unforgettable day on the water while directly supporting the people protecting it.
Max 10 per group English, Spanish
What's included
- Beer
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
Not included
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
- Dock Fee of $2.00 usd per person
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
Our boat it's located at dock zero in the marina of Cabo San Lucas. Your tour guides will be waiting at the gate wearing green shirts with cabo nature logo on it. For Taxi, Uber or google maps instructions you can set up with: Breathless hotel.
Our boat it's located at dock zero in the marina of Cabo San Lucas. Your tour guides will be waiting at the gate wearing green shirts with cabo nature logo on it. For Taxi, Uber or google maps instructions you can set up with: Breathless hotel.
From the cruise pier
About 15 min by taxi
Allow 45 min to tender ashore first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveler reviews
Operated by Cabo Nature. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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