Los Cabos Snorkeling: Santa Maria & Chileno Bays with Guide and Transportation

·Daily, 2 Destinations·Starts from Santa Maria
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Free Cancellation
Full refund up to 30 days before the tour
Early Booking Advantage
Only 25% prepayment until 30 days before departure

Duration

daily

Max Group Size

24

Departure Type

Scheduled

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

moderate

Operated In

English, Spanish

Age Requirement

6 - 70 Ages

About this tour

Discover the underwater beauty of Santa Maria and Chileno Bays on a guided snorkeling adventure along the coast of Los Cabos.

Explore two of the region's most beautiful protected bays, known for their rocky reefs, sandy beaches, and diverse marine life. Your certified bilingual guide will accompany you throughout the experience, helping you discover colorful tropical fish and the fascinating underwater ecosystems of the Sea of Cortez.

Begin with guided snorkeling at Santa Maria Bay, a horseshoe-shaped cove surrounded by dramatic rock formations. Continue to Chileno Bay, where you can explore another vibrant reef area with clear waters and abundant marine life.

This experience is conducted entirely from the beach, without boats, and is suitable for participants who are comfortable swimming and have basic to moderate physical fitness.

The tour includes approximately two hours of guided snorkeling and beach activities, plus transportation time. All snorkeling equipment, life jackets, bottled water, light snacks, and complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas of Los Cabos are included.

Departures are available on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

Snorkeling locations and activity timing may be adjusted according to daily ocean and weather conditions to ensure guest safety.

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Route

Journey2 stops
  1. 1Santa MariaNorth AmericaMexicoCabo San LucasStart
  2. 2Chileno Bay Public BeachNorth AmericaMexicoCabo San LucasEnd

What makes this tour special

Explore the rocky reefs of Santa Maria and Chileno Bays and discover colorful tropical fish and diverse marine life in their natural habitat. Enjoy guided snorkeling at two beautiful bays with certified bilingual guides who provide safety instructions and assistance throughout the experience. Enjoy complimentary round-trip transportation from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor. Discover the underwater beauty of the Sea of Cortez on a shore-based snorkeling adventure, with no boats required. Visit two of Los Cabos' most beautiful snorkeling bays, featuring sheltered coves, sandy beaches, and fascinating underwater landscapes.

Itinerary

Discover the underwater beauty of Santa Maria and Chileno Bays on a guided snorkeling adventure along the beautiful coastline of Los Cabos.

Santa Maria Bay – First Snorkeling Stop

Begin your experience at Santa Maria Bay, a beautiful horseshoe-shaped cove surrounded by granite rock formations. Meet your certified bilingual guide, receive your snorkeling equipment and safety instructions, and enter the water directly from the beach.

Explore the rocky reef and observe colorful tropical fish and other marine life in their natural habitat.

Scenic Transfer to Chileno Bay

After snorkeling at Santa Maria, enjoy a short transfer by vehicle along the coast to Chileno Bay, another popular snorkeling destination in Los Cabos.

Chileno Bay – Second Snorkeling Stop

Continue your guided snorkeling experience at Chileno Bay, known for its sandy beach, rocky reefs, and diverse marine life.

Your guide will accompany you in the water, helping you explore the reef and observe the underwater environment safely.

Return Transfer

After the snorkeling experience, return to your transportation vehicle for the journey back to your hotel or designated meeting point.

Duration and Schedule

Approximately 2 hours of guided snorkeling and beach activities, plus transportation time.

Departures are available on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

Complimentary round-trip transportation is included from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor. Exact pick-up times and meeting instructions are provided after booking.

Important Information

  • This is a shore-based snorkeling experience. No boats are used.

  • Both snorkeling locations are accessed directly from the beach.

  • The order of stops and snorkeling locations may be adjusted according to ocean and weather conditions.

  • Morning departures are generally recommended for calmer waters and better visibility.

Trip includes

Included

Certified bilingual snorkeling guide (English and Spanish) throughout the experience at Santa Maria and Chileno Bays, including safety instructions, snorkeling assistance, and guidance in the water.

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English Spanish

Travel insurance is included for participants during the guided activity, subject to the terms, conditions, coverage limits, and exclusions of the applicable insurance policy.

Complimentary round-trip transportation is included from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor, in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Transportation is provided in a Chevrolet Express or Toyota Hiace van. Additional hotel pick-ups may be scheduled along the route.

Hotels outside the designated complimentary transportation area, including Hard Rock, Nobu, Diamante, Rancho San Lucas, and Four Seasons Costa Palmas, are not included in hotel pick-up service. Guests staying at these properties will meet at OXXO Plaza Gali in Cabo San Lucas.

Guests arriving independently may arrange a meeting point in advance. Exact pick-up times and meeting instructions are provided after booking.

The snorkeling experience takes place at Santa Maria and Chileno Bays, with transportation between the two beaches included.

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Included:

  • Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel, and fins

  • Life jackets

  • Bottled water and light snacks

  • Wetsuits available upon advance request

  • Guided snorkeling at Santa Maria and Chileno Bays, with beach entry at both locations

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum age: 6 years. Children must be comfortable swimming.

  • Basic to moderate physical fitness and confidence in the water are required.

  • This experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers or individuals with back problems, serious heart conditions, or other medical conditions that may prevent safe participation.

  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

  • Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted to join the activity.

SCHEDULE AND DURATION

  • Available on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

  • Departure times: 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.

  • Approximately 2 hours of guided snorkeling and beach activities, plus transportation time.

  • Morning departures are generally recommended for calmer ocean conditions and better visibility.

SNORKELING AND SAFETY

  • Snorkeling takes place directly from the beaches at Santa Maria and Chileno Bays. No boats are used.

  • Certified bilingual guides accompany participants during the snorkeling experience.

  • Snorkeling equipment and life jackets are provided.

  • Wetsuits are available upon advance request.

  • Snorkeling locations, the order of stops, and activity timing may be adjusted according to daily ocean conditions.

  • If the tour is canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

TRANSPORTATION AND MEETING POINTS

  • Complimentary round-trip transportation is available from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor.

  • Hotels outside the designated complimentary transportation area, including Hard Rock, Nobu, Diamante, Rancho San Lucas, and Four Seasons Costa Palmas, are not included in hotel pick-up service.

  • Guests staying at these properties and cruise passengers meet at OXXO Plaza Gali in Cabo San Lucas.

  • Guests arriving with their own vehicle may arrange a meeting point in advance.

  • Exact hotel pick-up times and meeting instructions are provided after booking.

CRUISE PASSENGERS

  • Cabo San Lucas is a tender port. Allow sufficient time for disembarkation.

  • We recommend taking the earliest available tender or arranging priority tender service when possible.

  • The meeting point is OXXO Plaza Gali, approximately 3–5 minutes walking from the marina exit.

  • Detailed directions will be provided with your booking confirmation.

BOOKING CONFIRMATION AND PUNCTUALITY

  • Please confirm your reservation at least 24 hours before your activity through your booking communication channel, WhatsApp, or phone at +52 624 178 9553.

  • If you have not received your final pick-up time or meeting instructions at least 24 hours before your tour, please contact us directly.

  • A printed voucher is not required. Your guide will ask for the reservation name.

  • Please arrive on time at the agreed meeting point or pick-up location. Guides wait a maximum of 5 minutes.

  • No-shows and late arrivals are charged in full.

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time of this shared tour.

  • Medical refund requests require an official doctor's certificate issued on the day of the activity and prior notification before the scheduled start time.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

  • Locker facilities are not available. Personal belongings may usually remain inside the transportation vehicle during the activity.

  • We recommend bringing a swimsuit, towel, sun protection, and only essential personal items.

Excluded

Excluded:

  • Gratuities

  • Personal expenses

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Transportation outside the designated complimentary pick-up areas

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