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
7 am8 am9 am10 am11 am12 pm1 pm2 pm3 pm4 pm
8:45 am – 12:31 pm
Ship in portGetting ashore (45 min, tender)Safety margin (1 h 30 min)All aboard 3:30 pm
8:00 am
Ship anchors in Cabo San Lucas45 min to get a tender and reach the pier
8:45 am
Leave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
8:53 am
Earliest tour startTour runs 3 h 30 min. Latest sensible start: 10:22 am.
12:23 pm
Tour ends8 min back to the pier
12:31 pm
Back at the tender pier2 h 29 min before the last tender
3:30 pm
All 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
Experience Cabo on the Cabo Blue Boat!
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: Cabo is a tender port—timing is crucial. No refunds for no-shows or cruise ship/tender-related delays.
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
Port tax fee $2.00 usd or 40 pesos per person (cash only)
Gratuity-Bring Cash
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
CABO BLUE TRIMARAN BOAT
Check in is at 12:40pm at the Main Dock Marina (Cabo Blue Boat)
We are located by the large Flea Market (Marina Mercado) in Los Cabos, next to the Cruise Ship Terminal, across the street from the Playa Grande & Sandos Resort (MAIN DOCK - MARINA DEL REY) WHITE GATED DOOR
CABO BLUE TRIMARAN BOAT
Check in is at 12:40pm at the Main Dock Marina (Cabo Blue Boat)
We are located by the large Flea Market (Marina Mercado) in Los Cabos, next to the Cruise Ship Terminal, across the street from the Playa Grande & Sandos Resort (MAIN DOCK - MARINA DEL REY) WHITE GATED DOOR
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
Parking lot located around the corner from our check in (will provide google map upon request)
Minimum age for the tour is 5 years old and up
BOAT DEPARTS AT 1:00PM (MUST CHECK IN AT 12:40PM TO BEGIN BOARDING)