Cabo San Lucas Paddle Board & Snorkel Adventure to the Arch
Back at the ship by about 11:05 am, 3 h 55 min before the last tender. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 2 h 55 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
- 8:55 amEarliest tour startTour runs 2 h. Latest sensible start: 11:50 am.
- 10:55 amTour ends10 min back to the pier
- 11:05 amBack at the tender pier3 h 55 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; ashore by 8:45 am, you can start by 8:55 am and be back at the gangway around 11:05 am — 2 h 55 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 12:35 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.
The operator picks up at the cruise port (it is on their pickup list), so the trip to the start point is part of the tour. We allow 10 min to walk off and find the pickup; look for the ground-transportation area outside Cabo San Lucas Marina tender pier.
Among the 397 Cabo San Lucas shore excursions we track, this is one of the shorter ones (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
Stand-up paddle boarding offers one of the most immersive ways to experience Land's End because the elevated position provides a wider field of view than many other water activities. From a paddle board, it is possible to appreciate both the dramatic granite formations above and the changing colors and underwater features below. The coastline surrounding the Arch and Pelican Rock has been shaped by millions of years of geological activity, while the rocky reef habitats beneath the surface help support the marine ecosystems that make the Sea of Cortez internationally recognized for its biodiversity. Combining paddle boarding and snorkeling creates a unique opportunity to experience both environments in a single adventure.
Max 12 per group English, Spanish
What's included
- Wetsuits available upon request
- Certified bilingual guide throughout the experience
- Bottled water and light snacks
- Paddle board, life jacket, and snorkeling equipment
- Complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas in an air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Towels
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
Guests arriving with their own vehicle usually meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas. The activity starts at Playa Empacadora. Please let us know in advance which location you prefer so we can provide your exact meeting time and instructions.
Guests arriving with their own vehicle usually meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas. The activity starts at Playa Empacadora. Please let us know in advance which location you prefer so we can provide your exact meeting time and instructions.
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
- Minimum age is 6 years old
- Guests receive exact meeting or pick-up instructions within 24 hours after booking through the Viator operator chat. If not received, please contact us at least 24 hours before your tour
- Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
- Cut-off times are based on local experience time
- No boats are used — the experience begins directly from the beach
- Wetsuits available upon request during winter months in XL, LG, M, and SM
- Paddle boarding requires balance, moderate physical activity, and comfort in the water
- Morning departures are usually recommended for calmer waters and lighter boat traffic
- Wind and ocean conditions may occasionally prevent access to the Arch area. If this happens, the experience continues around Land’s End with scenic paddling, coastline exploration, and additional snorkeling time. Partial refunds are not provided for ocean-condition route adjustments
- This experience requires favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- No locker facilities are available, but belongings may usually remain inside the transportation vehicle during the activity
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions
- Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed
- Medical refund requests require an official same-day doctor’s certificate and prior notification before activity start time
Traveler reviews
Operated by High Tide Los Cabos. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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