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The 15 Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas That Earn Their Price

32 tours  ·  from $45 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 whale watching in Cabo San Lucas justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos - Why the hydrophone makes this Cabo trip different
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Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos

1.Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,743 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $100Our pick

Join Cabo Nature for a two-hour whale search from Cabo San Lucas with a women-led crew of marine biologists. Listen to humpback songs through a hydrophone, stop at El Arco for photos, and receive digital pictures. The boat carries up to 10 people in the intimate format described, and a second tour is free if no whales appear.

“My wife and I carefully searched for a whale watching guide for our cruise to Cabo. Let me say that there's a reason Cabo Nature has the most reviews. These ladies are amazing! Having the tour with experienced marine biologists added so much to the experience. Our guides were so knowledgeable and you could hear the genuine excitement in their voices when telling us about the whales. We took a quick ride to the Arch for photos (which by the way are included!) and went to several spots and saw multiple whales and even a calf. It really was an amazing experience that we'll never forget. Sure you could book…”

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SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics - Meeting The Arch, Lovers Beach, and Pelican Rock
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SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics

2.SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,106 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109

Join a maximum-12-person boat tour from Cabo San Lucas with marine biologists such as Oscar, Victoria, or Payo. Look for humpback whales, dolphins, sea lions, turtles, and sometimes gray or sperm whales. You will pass The Arch, Lovers Beach, and Pelican Rock, hear whale songs through a hydrophone when conditions permit, and receive tour photos at no extra cost.

“A small group with an excellent marine biologist as a guide & a boat skipper who got involved with the group made this excursion into one that we won’t forget.”

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Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas - From Cabo Trek to El Arco and the sea lions
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Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas

3.Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,005 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Spend about 2.5 hours on a small boat from Cabo San Lucas, visiting El Arco and its sea lions before searching for humpback whales. A marine biologist such as Andrea, Vanu, Maria, or Vanusa explains the animals and local waters. Boats hold about 10 to 12 people, and morning trips usually offer calmer seas.

“We had a great time! We were on a boat with a small group. Our guide was so knowlegeable about the sea life and we learned a lot about whales. The captain zoomed us around the ocean to find the spots where the whales were breaching. Great tour!”

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ZODIAC Whale Watch Tour | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics - Searching for humpbacks with a biologist
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ZODIAC Whale Watch Tour | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics

4.ZODIAC Whale Watch Tour | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 365 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $109

Ride a small zodiac from Cabo’s marina with a marine biologist such as Oscar, Josephine, or Victoria. Search for humpback whales, listen for whale calls with a hydrophone when conditions allow, and pass El Arco, Lovers Beach, and Pelican Rock. The crew takes free photos, and a second tour is free if no whales appear from December 15 to April 15.

“The experience was great in every aspect. The weather was perfect the boat size allowed quick mobility to follow the whales but the crew was ultimately what made the experience the best it could be as they were engaged, knowledgeable and made us feel like they were enjoying the experience as much as we were. Remember they do this 3 times a day so staying that engaged each and every time shows their love for what they do and their willingness to make sure we have a great time. I highly recommend the experience.”

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Los Cabos Whale Watching (Transportation and Pictures Included) - El Arco, sea lions, and Cabo’s best photo stop
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Los Cabos Whale Watching (Transportation and Pictures Included)

5.Los Cabos Whale Watching (Transportation and Pictures Included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 290 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Join True Baja for a 2.5-hour whale-watching trip from Cabo San Lucas. Leonardo, Lorenzo, Pablo, or Alejandro may guide you through the marine life and local scenery while the captain searches for humpbacks, dolphins, turtles, mantas, and marlin. The small boat carries up to 12 people, with snacks, water, hotel pickup, and professional photos included.

“Worth every dime, wonderful trip the guide was great and captain very professional. We saw alot of whales!”

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Cabo: Whale-Whatching Boat Trip w/ All-Women Crew and Photos - Starting at La Terminal de Cabo
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Cabo: Whale-Whatching Boat Trip w/ All-Women Crew and Photos

6.Cabo: Whale-Whatching Boat Trip w/ All-Women Crew and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 202 reviews · from $91

Join Cabo Nature for a two-hour whale-watching trip on an 8-meter boat carrying no more than 12 people. A marine biologist such as Aurora, Mariana, or Nina explains humpback and gray whales while the crew photographs the trip. You’ll visit the Arch, search the Pacific or Sea of Cortez, and may hear whale song through a hydrophone.

“We had a great time on this excursion. It was the perfect length of time (2 hours) and covered exactly what we wanted (to see the arch and whales). It was the end of the season but we saw so many whales jumping. The guide and the captain were informative and pleasant. Highly recommend.”

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Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise - Boarding the boat and settling in
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Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise

7.Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $115

Sail from Cabo San Lucas at 10:30 am aboard Sunrider Tours’ spacious boat. Look for humpback and gray whales, pause at El Arco for photos, then enjoy a fresh Mexican buffet, open bar, music, and dancing before returning to the marina.

“Crew & boat - The BEST. Buffet - Delicious ! Drinks - Plentiful ! Saw lots of whales !! Found a mother and baby whale with numerous baby practice breaches and big momma gave us one BIG show breach !!!”

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Open Ocean Safari and Whale Watching - El Arco: Cabo’s signature opening scene
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Open Ocean Safari and Whale Watching

8.Open Ocean Safari and Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $215

Set out at 9:00 am with Apex Ocean Divers for a four-hour search across Cabo’s Pacific and Sea of Cortez waters. Your small group may see humpback whales, dolphins, rays, sea lions, sharks, marlin, and reef fish. Guides such as Nick, Rafa, Alex, and Kyla provide marine-life insight, snorkeling gear, snacks, water, and photos.

“The open ocean safari could not have been more spectacular! Nick & Rafa are an awesome team and ensured we had time in the water to snorkel with beautiful fish and see so many humpback whales, dolphins & sea lions! Nick also provided much information about the marine life in the area. Great drone and underwater photography to remember it too! Highly recommend this excursion! One note: I would advise packing your patience and leaving some flexibility in your schedule. Based on our experiences with a couple excursions in Cabo, they don’t always happen as “confirmed” and there may not be much notice if any at all. Do your own…”

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Small-Group Whale Watching Zodiac Boat Cruise in Cabo San Lucas - Searching both sides of Cabo
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Small-Group Whale Watching Zodiac Boat Cruise in Cabo San Lucas

9.Small-Group Whale Watching Zodiac Boat Cruise in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 143 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

You’ll cruise from Cabo Marina in a fast Zodiac with up to 15 guests, stopping at El Arco before searching for humpback, gray, sperm, and other whales. Guides such as Jose, Romel, Oscar, and Rodrigo have earned praise for spotting breaches and calves. Expect a bumpy ride, limited shade, and a $5 dock fee.

“My wife and I came to Cabo to see whales, and we saw whales! Our guide did an amazing job finding, spotting and getting use close to gray whales and humpback whales. I highly recommend Cabo Expeditions.”

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Whale Watching Tour with Arch and Beach in Cabo San Lucas - Passing the Arch and looking for sea lions
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Whale Watching Tour with Arch and Beach in Cabo San Lucas

10.Whale Watching Tour with Arch and Beach in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $51Best value

Meet at Cabo Adventures in the marina for a roughly two-hour outing past the Arch and into whale country. Guides such as Alan and Saul have helped guests spot breaching whales, calves, dolphins, and sea lions. Beach access may include Lovers Beach or Divorce Beach, but boat conditions and scheduling can vary.

“It was a small boat but the captain made sure every time we he saw a whale he got right to the sight! We saw so many whales, even whales jumping out of the water! Another added plus was a photographer on board who took great pics of us at the Cabo Arch! Would highly recommend! So beautiful!”

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Los Cabos: Whale Watching (Transport and Pictures Included) - Safety briefing and a useful introduction to the water
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Los Cabos: Whale Watching (Transport and Pictures Included)

11.Whale Watching (Transport and Pictures Included)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 138 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $94

Join True Baja for a 2.5-hour whale-watching trip from Cabo San Lucas. Guides such as Leonardo, Pablo, and Paulo explain whale behavior while the captain searches the Gulf of California for humpbacks, gray whales, dolphins, turtles, and manta rays. Hotel transport, water, snacks, and photos are included.

“It was a great tour! They knew how to find the whales. As a bonus service, they took some pictures of the whales for us (which were far superior to our own photos). Really enjoyed the tour!”

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Luxury Whale Watch Cruise to The Arch Los Cabos - The crew, the bar, and the mood on board
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Luxury Whale Watch Cruise to The Arch Los Cabos

12.Luxury Whale Watch Cruise to The Arch Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 126 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $95

Cruise from Cabo San Lucas toward the Arch and nearby rock formations aboard a 40-foot catamaran with up to 16 people. From December 15 through April 15, the captain and crew search for humpback and gray whales while following port safety rules. Hotel transfers, an open bar, and crew members such as David, Eduardo, Ulises, and Jose may be part of the experience.

“Great experience on the Albatross. The crew was great the atmosphere was fun and relaxing and the whale watching was unbelievable. Definitely recommend.”

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Whale Watching by Zodiac in Cabo San Lucas with Photos Included - What happens from the marina to the arch
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Whale Watching by Zodiac in Cabo San Lucas with Photos Included

13.Whale Watching by Zodiac in Cabo San Lucas with Photos Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Join Baja Vikings Ecoventures for a 2.5-hour whale search aboard a 28-foot Apex Zodiac in Cabo San Lucas. Guides such as Pepe, Mario, Raz, and Pedro combine local wildlife knowledge with fast, careful boat handling. Expect humpback and possibly gray or blue whales, a hydrophone for whale songs, arch views, snacks, water, and photos sent after the trip.

“Very nice whale watching experience. Guide out personal touch and make every effort to have whale viewing. Perfect photos in front of arch is icing on cake.”

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Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching Catamaran Experience - Getting from your hotel to the marina
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Cabo San Lucas: Whale Watching Catamaran Experience

14.Whale Watching Catamaran Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 118 reviews · 2 hours · from $101

Sail from Cabo San Lucas toward the Pacific on a two-hour Pez Gato catamaran cruise. Your English or Spanish-speaking crew uses hydrophones to help you hear whales and identify gray, humpback, and blue whales. The trip also includes the Arch, Land’s End, food, domestic drinks, and hotel pickup.

“It was fabulous. The excursion was so fun! highly recommend.”

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Whale Watching Dinner Cruise in Cabo San Lucas - Dinner Is Filling, But Keep Expectations in Check
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Whale Watching Dinner Cruise in Cabo San Lucas

15.Whale Watching Dinner Cruise in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Board Sunrider Tours’ catamaran at 4:30 pm in Cabo San Lucas for a 2.5-hour cruise to the Arch and nearby whale grounds. Your ticket includes drinks, an open bar, dinner, crew entertainment, and time for photos. Expect a spacious, wheelchair-accessible boat, but remember the $5 cash dock fee and that whale sightings vary.

“Excellent service from start to finish. The boat is very nice and clean. I was impressed with the accommodations such as the restrooms and dinning area. The crew was amazing! Very polite, profesional, attentive and entertaining. The food and drinks were delicious. I recommend paying the extra $20 for the lobster tail at dinner. We were so lucky to see 10 whales total!! Mama and a baby and a couple whale pods putting on a show!! Such an amazing experience. The arch at sunset is so pretty too! One of the best tours I've ever done and I've been a travel agent for over 25 years. Book the tour. You'll…”

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