LOS CABOS: PRIVATE BAY AND ARCH TOUR. LUXURY YACHT

Los Cabos puts its best scenery on the water, and this private yacht tour gives you a front-row view of the Arch, Lovers Beach, sea lion colony, and Santa Maria Bay. The 46-foot boat holds up to 10 people, so you spend the trip with your own family or friends rather than a large mixed group. The Arch and Land’s End are the main event, but the quieter bay stops give the outing room to breathe.

I like the privacy and the useful gear: snorkel equipment, a stand-up paddleboard, floating devices, towels, and drinks are included. I also like the flexible mood. You can swim and snorkel at Santa Maria Bay, relax on the beach, or stay aboard with a beer and the music system. The main consideration is price. At $1,137 per group, it is good value for 8 to 10 people, but expensive for a small party.

Key points to know before you book

• Private 46-foot yacht: Your group has the boat to itself, with a maximum capacity of 10 passengers.
• Classic Cabo sights: The route includes the Arch, Lovers Beach, Pelican Rock, Médano Beach, and a sea lion colony.
• Two water stops: Santa Maria Bay and Pelican Rock provide time for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing.
• Drinks and gear included: Water, sodas, beers, snorkel gear, towels, floating devices, and one paddleboard come with the trip.
• Whale season: Whale sessions are offered from October through April.
• Easy marina meeting point: Meet at dock 2, between Señor Frog’s and the dolphinarium, where Luis Martinez or Adam Amezcua will be wearing a hat marked No Worries.

Why a private yacht changes the Cabo outing

A private boat makes this feel less like a scheduled harbor ride and more like time on the water with your own group. You are not sharing the yacht with strangers, and the crew can keep the mood centered on your party. That matters most for families, couples traveling together, or a group that wants to swim without worrying about a full boat.

The yacht is 46 feet long and accepts up to 10 passengers. That is a comfortable group size for a private charter, though you should not expect an enormous party boat. The included air conditioning, towels, music system, screen, floating equipment, and drinks make the boat useful during the quieter stretches between stops.

The price is $1,137 for the entire group, not per person. At the full 10-person capacity, that works out to about $114 each. With six people, it is about $190 each, and with four, about $284 each. The value improves sharply as your party gets larger.

The price also covers the marina fee and crew, which keeps the final cost clearer than a basic boat fare that adds charges later. Food is not included, so bring your own meal if you want more than the listed snacks. You may also bring your own liquor or other beverages, since only water, sodas, and beers are supplied.

From Cabo San Lucas Marina to Land’s End

You meet at dock 2 in the Cabo San Lucas Marina, between Señor Frog’s and the dolphinarium. Luis Martinez or Adam Amezcua will be waiting, wearing a hat with No Worries, the yacht’s name.

The marina is the natural starting point for this trip. Once aboard, the boat heads toward the rock formations at the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula. The first yacht ride is listed at about 25 minutes, giving you time to settle in, look back toward Cabo, and get familiar with the boat.

The marina meeting point is specific, but it is still wise to arrive with enough time to find dock 2. The instructions do not give a hotel pickup service, so plan on making your own way to the marina unless the operator tells you otherwise.

English and Spanish are offered. The activity is also marked wheelchair accessible, although the information does not explain the exact boarding arrangement or how easy it is to move around the yacht. If someone in your group uses a wheelchair, ask the operator about boarding before you pay.

Santa Maria Bay: the main swim stop

Santa Maria Bay is scheduled as the first major stop, with about 75 minutes for free time, swimming, and snorkeling. This is where the included equipment earns its keep. You can use the snorkel gear, try the stand-up paddleboard, or simply float and relax.

I like having a full hour or more at one bay rather than a string of very short photo stops. It gives you time to change your pace. Active swimmers can use the water, while anyone who prefers a quiet break can stay on the yacht or spend time on the beach.

The tour description does not promise a particular level of visibility, water temperature, or marine life at Santa Maria Bay. Treat snorkeling as an included option rather than a guaranteed wildlife show. Bring beachwear and comfortable clothing, and expect to get wet if you use the water equipment.

The bay stop is also useful for families with mixed interests. One person can paddleboard, another can snorkel, and someone else can take a break. Since this is a private group, you are not forced to follow the interests of a large boatload of people.

The Arch, Lovers Beach, and Pelican Rock

The famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas gets a 20-minute photo stop. This is the image most associated with Los Cabos, where tall rock formations meet the sea at Land’s End. The stop is short, so have your camera ready and listen for the crew’s directions about where to stand or sit on the boat.

Lovers Beach follows with another 20-minute visit and photo stop. The name says plenty about its appeal, but you do not need to be a couple to enjoy the setting. It is one of the recognizable coastal sights on the route, and the visit gives you a closer look than a quick pass offshore.

The route also passes Pelicano Beach, Médano Beach, and a sea lion colony. These are viewed as part of the coastal cruise, with the sea lions providing one of the more lively encounters along the way. The information does not promise how close the boat will get or how long the group will remain near the animals, so think of this as a sightseeing stop rather than a formal wildlife excursion.

Pelican Rock is scheduled for up to an hour of photo time, visiting, free time, and snorkeling. Like Santa Maria Bay, it gives you a chance to use the gear rather than spending the whole trip seated. The stop can feel busier in spirit because it combines scenery, swimming, and snorkeling, but the exact pace depends on the crew and conditions.

The itinerary lists both Pelican Rock and Santa Maria Bay as water-focused stops. If swimming is important to you, tell the crew early in the trip. If your group would rather concentrate on photos and the rock formations, the private setup gives you a better chance of shaping the outing around that preference.

Drinks, snacks, and what you should bring

Water, sodas, and beers are included. Snacks are also provided, along with towels. Food is not included, but you are welcome to bring your own. You may bring your own liquor or other beverages as well.

That arrangement works well for a short 3.5-hour trip. You have enough refreshments for the boat ride, but you should not mistake the snack service for a full lunch. If your group has children, dietary needs, or a habit of eating on a schedule, bring suitable food with you.

The practical packing list is short:

• Beachwear
• Comfortable shoes
• Comfortable clothing
• Any food you want beyond the included snacks
• Personal liquor or other beverages, if desired

Towels and snorkel equipment are already supplied. The yacht also has air conditioning, which is welcome after time in the sun or water. A music system and screen are listed, though the information does not specify how the screen is used during the cruise.

Timing, whale season, and the value of the route

The advertised duration is 3.5 hours. The listed schedule includes about 25 minutes on the yacht before Santa Maria Bay, 75 minutes there, 20 minutes at the Arch, 20 minutes at Lovers Beach, about an hour at Pelican Rock, and a final 10-minute yacht ride. Those individual time blocks add up to more than the headline duration, so I would treat them as rough planning figures and confirm the exact schedule when booking.

The trip includes a whale session from October through April. That makes the cooler part of the year especially interesting for anyone hoping to add whale-related viewing to the coastal cruise. The available information does not guarantee sightings or explain whether whale watching changes the route, so ask the operator what the seasonal session includes.

Outside that period, the Arch, beaches, rock formations, sea lions, and snorkeling stops provide the main reasons to book. The route gives you both postcard views and time in the water. That balance is more useful than a tour that only circles the Arch, especially if you are paying for a private boat.

The tour also offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. You can reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Cabo schedule is still changing. Starting times depend on availability, so check the day and time that suit your group.

Who will enjoy this yacht tour most

I would choose this for a group that values privacy over the lowest possible fare. A family can split the cost and give different age groups room to choose between swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and simply sitting on the yacht.

It also suits friends who want a relaxed half-day on the water without planning every detail themselves. The crew, marina fee, drinks, towels, and water equipment are already covered. You only need to decide how much food and personal drink to bring.

Couples can book it too, but the cost makes more sense when shared with several people. If you are traveling alone or as a pair and mainly want a quick photo of the Arch, a shared boat may be less costly. This private charter earns its price through exclusivity, not through a long list of premium extras.

People focused on serious snorkeling should set expectations carefully. Snorkel gear is included, but the information does not describe reef conditions, water visibility, or a guided marine-life program. Book it for a mix of scenic cruising and casual water time, not as a specialist snorkeling expedition.

Should you book the Los Cabos private yacht tour?

Book it if you have a group of several people and want the freedom of a private 46-foot yacht. The best parts are the private setting, the clear run of Cabo’s famous rock sights, two opportunities to get in the water, and useful inclusions such as drinks, towels, snorkel gear, and a paddleboard.

Think twice if your group is small and price matters more than privacy. At $1,137, the charter is far easier to justify with eight to 10 passengers than with two or three.

For a family or friend group seeking a flexible Cabo outing, I would put this high on the list. Confirm the precise timing, ask about wheelchair boarding if needed, and bring food if snacks will not be enough. Then meet Luis or Adam at dock 2, step aboard the No Worries, and let the Arch and bays provide the day’s main scenery.

FAQ

How much does the private yacht tour cost?

The price is $1,137 per private group of up to 10 passengers.

How long does the tour last?

The advertised duration is 3.5 hours. Starting times depend on availability.

How many people can ride on the yacht?

The yacht has a maximum capacity of 10 passengers, and the booking is private for your group.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at dock 2 in the Cabo San Lucas Marina, between Señor Frog’s and the dolphinarium.

Who will meet the group at the marina?

Luis Martinez or Adam Amezcua will meet you. They will be wearing a hat marked No Worries, the name of the yacht.

What drinks are included?

Water, sodas, and beers are included.

Is food included?

Snacks are included, but a full meal is not. You may bring your own food.

What water equipment is provided?

The tour provides snorkel gear, one stand-up paddleboard, floating devices, and towels.

Which places does the yacht visit?

The route includes Santa Maria Bay, the Arch of Cabo San Lucas, Lovers Beach, Pelican Rock, Pelicano Beach, Médano Beach, and a sea lion colony.

Can I see whales on this tour?

Whale sessions are offered from October through April. The provided information does not guarantee whale sightings.