Cabo San Lucas and Santa Maria Bay Snorkeling Sightseeing Cruise
Back at the ship by about 12:31 pm, 2 h 29 min before the last tender. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 29 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 pierThis tour meets at the pier
- 8:53 amEarliest tour startTour runs 3 h 30 min. Latest sensible start: 10:22 am.
- 12:23 pmTour ends8 min back to the pier
- 12:31 pmBack at the tender pier2 h 29 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 3 h 30 min; ashore by 8:45 am, you can start by 8:53 am and be back at the gangway around 12:31 pm — 1 h 29 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 2:01 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.
The meeting point is at the cruise pier or a short walk from it — the operator's own directions are written from Cabo San Lucas Marina tender pier. We allow 8 min to walk off and find them; usually no taxi and no transfer eating into your day.
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
Enjoy a fun, scenic 3-hour cruise with snorkeling, sightseeing, and relaxing aboard our spacious trimaran. Lounge on large front nets, visit the famous Arch and Land’s End, and capture unforgettable photos.
From the moment you board, our friendly crew welcomes you with a cocktail and VIP service. Enjoy a wide deck, music, a delicious lunch, and unlimited drinks from the open bar.
Bonus: Dec 15–Apr 15 is whale season—have your camera ready!
Details:
Shared tour (up to 40 guests)
Cruise ship guests: Please email arrival time
Please note: This is a shared group tour—the vibe may be lively or peaceful depending on the guests. No two cruises are the same! Weather and ocean conditions may affect snorkeling. Locations may be adjusted, and water clarity or marine life may vary. Your safety and enjoyment are always our priority.
Max 40 per group English, Spanish
What's included
- Rinse-off hose
- Floating Water Mat (ideal ocean conditions required)
- Snorkeling gear (masks, tubes, fins, lifejackets)
- Open bar (alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages)
- Freshly prepared baguettes with turkey, cheese and vegetables. Appetizers of guacamole, mexican salsa, tuna salad, chips & fruit
- Bluetooth sound system
- 2 paddleboards (ideal ocean conditions required)
Not included
- GRATUITY - PLEASE BRING CASH
- THIS IS A SHARED TOUR (NOT PRIVATE)
- Port tax (2 USD or 40 Pesos; cash only)
Itinerary
- 1Los CabosCheckpoint: Marina, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico. Located at the Main Dock Marina by the Flea Market, where the cruise ships arrive. Find our location @Google Maps: Cabo Blue Trimaran Boat
- 2Arch of Cabo San LucasStop at the famous Arch carved by time, tide and wind. The natural attraction runs down to the water’s edge (Land’s End) and into the Sea of Cortez. Our crew will help take photos to catch memories to last forever. (Bring your own phone for unlimited photo opportunities).
- 3Santa Maria BeachJump right into the water and get an up close view of sea life. We take you to a safe area designated for snorkeling. Snorkeling gear, Paddle Boards and Kayaks Included.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
CABO BLUE TRIMARAN BOAT
Check in is at 12:40pm at the Main Dock Marina (Marina Del Rey, Cabo Blue Boat)
We are located by the large Flea Market in Los Cabos, next to the Cruise Ship Terminal, across the street from the Playa Grande & Sandals Resort (MAIN DOCK - MARINA DEL REY) WHITE GATED DOOR
CABO BLUE TRIMARAN BOAT
Check in is at 12:40pm at the Main Dock Marina (Marina Del Rey, Cabo Blue Boat)
We are located by the large Flea Market in Los Cabos, next to the Cruise Ship Terminal, across the street from the Playa Grande & Sandals Resort (MAIN DOCK - MARINA DEL REY) WHITE GATED DOOR
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
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.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Age requirement of 5 years and up
- Cruise ship guests: Cabo is a tender port—timing is crucial. No refunds for no-shows or cruise ship/tender-related delays.
Traveler reviews
Operated by Cabo Blue Boat. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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