Cabo Boat Ride to El Arco & Lover’s Beach with Swimming
Overview
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2 hours 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
Enjoy the perfect combination of sightseeing and beach time on this Cabo San Lucas boat ride to El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Cruise along the stunning coastline as you pass iconic landmarks like the Arch, Sea Lion Colony, and Pelican Rock, with your guide sharing insights along the way.
After the scenic ride, you’ll be dropped off at Lover’s Beach where you’ll have free time to swim, relax, and explore at your own pace before returning to the marina. This experience offers a great balance of guided highlights and independent beach time.
Highlights of this experience include:
• Scenic boat ride along Cabo’s coastline
• Visit El Arco, Sea Lion Colony & Pelican Rock
• Free time at Lover’s Beach for swimming and relaxing
• Round-trip boat transfer from the marina
• Bilingual guide throughout the experience
Featured as part of the Boat Trips Club experience collection.
Additional Info
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
Boat type may vary depending on availability
This tour does not guarantee a glass-bottom boat
Swimming is subject to weather conditions. It will only be available if the weather is good. In case of bad weather, snorkeling may not be possible.
Life jackets available upon request
I acknowledge that access to Lover’s Beach is subject to weather and sea conditions. If conditions are unsafe, the itinerary may be modified and an alternative beach or destination may be provided without refund.
What To Expect
Experience the best of Cabo San Lucas by sea and sand on this relaxing boat ride and beach escape. Begin with a scenic cruise along Cabo’s iconic coastline, then enjoy 2 hours of free time at Lover’s Beach, one of the most beautiful and famous beaches in Cabo. Departing from the marina, the boat ride takes you past Cabo’s top natural landmarks, including El Arco at Land’s End, the Sea Lion Colony, Pirate’s Cave, and Pelican Rock. Along the way, enjoy stunning views of dramatic rock formations, turquoise waters, and marine life, with plenty of opportunities for photos. After the sightseeing cruise, the boat will drop you off at Lover’s Beach, where you’ll have approximately 2 hours of free time to swim, relax on the white sand, explore the area, or simply enjoy the crystal-clear water at your own pace. Once your beach time is complete, the boat will return to pick you up and bring you back to Cabo San Lucas Marina, completing a perfectly balanced experience of sightseeing and beach relaxation. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to see Cabo’s highlights and enjoy time in the water, without rushing.
Options
Cabo Boat Tour
Duration: 45 minutes
What‘s Included
Bilingual guide
Return boat pickup to Cabo Marina
Scenic boat ride along Cabo San Lucas coastline
Drop-off at Lover’s Beach
Approximately 2 hours of free time at the beach
Visits to El Arco, Sea Lion Colony, Pirate’s Cave & Pelican Rock
Snorkelling equipment
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
464 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must do while in Cabo to see arch
Jennifer C,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth it, we debated between this and a glass bottom boat. This was a better experience for us because we got to see the arch and hang by the beach.
It was confusing knowing...
Marcus K,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was confusing knowing exactly where to meet the tour guide, especially with all the swarming of other vendors at the marina. Once we did, the boat load and tour was great, although there is no warning up front that pictures will be required and then sold to you later. The beach dropoff was very wet but I don’t see an alternative. They arrived for pickup right when they said they would.
They told us that Lovers...
Bojan P,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00They told us that Lovers beach is closed even there were another tourists on the beach. It is not fair to promote Lovers beach and after that you cancelled it. Instead of that we were one hour on overcrowded Pelican beach.
Fun Ride to the Arch
John J,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! We did miss our scheduled time due to slow tendering from the cruise ship but they accommodated us on the next tour which was roughly 50 minutes later. We spent that time eating at the pier and then returning to the meeting spot. Once there we were lined up and led to a boat where we toured to the arch. During the tour there was a large rock formation that people were climbing and jumping from. Other guests on our tour asked if we could stop to also jump and the captain said yes. This was truly a once in a lifetime experience. Unfortunately, Lover's Beach and the surrounding beaches were deemed not safe to disembark due to high waves but it did not negatively impact the tour.
Boat ride was nice...
Charon S,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Boat ride was nice however we weren’t provided life jackets and the boat we had didn’t have a ladder to get off the boat. Our tour guy was nice very informative and funny there was also a guy that took wonderful pictures of our family which we loved!
Great fun! The boat...
Courtney W,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great fun! The boat driver was great and so was the photographer. The scenery was beautiful! We got dropped at a different beach, but we were all happy. 11 people in our party and we had a boat to ourselves.
Scam!
Michelle H,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Scam! Not as advertised and they force you to write a 5 star review before leaving the boat! Go with a private charter instead!
Very small older boat and...
Erin B,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Very small older boat and the guide was hard to understand but the ride was beautiful and the beach spot was wonderful. For the price and experience it was very much worth it.
Don’t use this company.
664lissat,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00They were an hour late picking us up from the beach. And did not care one bit that it happened.
Fun just be weary of pictures cost.
Arbenz A,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Arrive 30 minutes early to find parking. Their stand is located right off the Main Street. Ask for Gregory Tours. The tour itself was fun, view of pelican rock, arch. Only a distanced view of lovers beach since the current was to high to get off the boat. They allow some picture time at the Arch. Total trip time was about 45 minutes. The guide and captain were kind, the only downside is the cost of pictures. Otherwise I recommend.
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