Catamaran Cruises in Cabo San Lucas: The 11 Best Days on Deck

1.Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,107 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Cruise from Cabo San Lucas on a double-decker catamaran with guides such as Jacob and Marco, listening to whale songs through a hydrophone while watching for humpbacks, dolphins, and sea lions. Drinks, snacks, Arch views, and hotel pickup are included, with transport and dock fees extra.

“We had an amazing morning cruising and seeing many whales. Pablo, Jorge and Captain Reyes were very helpful, kind, and very accommodating. We would highly recommend booking this trip in Cabo!”

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2.Private Catamaran Escape for 2–6 Guests: Celebrate Your Way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 321 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Spend 3.5 hours on a private boat with your group of up to six, cruising from Cabo San Lucas to The Arch, Lover’s Beach, Medano Bay, and Pelican Rock. Swim, snorkel, watch for sea lions and whales, and ask your crew about changing the route. Crews have included Alex, Hacho, Alan, Max, and Gustavo.

“Alan and Maximiliano were great! They were attentive and very informative. Most importantly, they made sure we had fun! I highly recommend this experience if traveling with a group of 4-6. We come to Cabo every year and this is an experience we will do again!”

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3.Cabo San Lucas All-Inclusive Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend three hours on a private Papillon Yachts catamaran in Cabo San Lucas, with crew members such as Carlos, Ana, and Captain Eddie handling the details. Cruise past El Arco, swim and snorkel near Playa de los Amantes, use paddleboards and kayaks, and enjoy lunch and an open bar.

“All of the staff were nice and super fun! Made the trip so great. I highly recommend booking this trip! Transportation was easy! We seen whales and got to swim and go up to a little beach for pictures as well. They had a photographer for us, pictures were a little expensive but well worth it!”

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4.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

You’ll sail from Cabo San Lucas on a private catamaran with your own party, stopping at Santa Maria Bay and the Sea Lions Colony. The crew provides snorkeling gear, paddleboards, a floating pad, snacks, bottled water, and an open bar. Danny and the crew are known for warm, attentive service.

“I could not recommend this boat and crew more highly. A first rate experience from start to finish. We had 8 people amd the boat was perfect for our group. Crew was welcoming, fun, accommodating. Cocktails never stopped flowing. Delicious lunch. Great cruising and swimming and snorkeling. Many many thanks to the crew. Five stars.”

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5.Whale Watching Catamaran Experience

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

Sail from Cabo San Lucas toward the Pacific during Baja’s whale migration. Your English or Spanish-speaking crew helps spot gray, humpback, and blue whales, with hydrophones for underwater songs. The two-hour trip includes hotel transfers, a light meal, domestic drinks, and stops near the Arch and Land’s End.

“We had a great time on our whale watching trip. We got to see some humpbacks and enjoy good music and good drinks. Our tour guides and bar tenders were excellent and so much fun.”

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6.Snorkeling Catamaran Tour at Santa Maria Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 110 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69Best value

Sail from Cabo San Lucas with La Princesa Sailing Catamarans, pause at the Arch and Lover’s Beach, then snorkel for about 45 minutes at Santa Maria Bay. Crew members such as Johnny, Juan, and Hector help keep the trip lively. Expect gear, instruction, guacamole, salsa, chips, a light lunch, and drinks after snorkeling.

“We went on this excursion as a group of 4 women. It was honestly so much fun! From the onboard staff, the yummy and constantly flowing drinks, stopping to see whales, the beautiful picture opportunities, the snorkeling and swimming bay area, the music, and the lunch (Guac, Salsa, Chips, Tuna Sandwiches). They went above and beyond to make sure everyone on board was having fun and enjoying themselves. The staff was lively, funny, dancing, refilling drinks, and honestly, such a fun time. Would 100% do this excursion again!”

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7.Los Cabos Catamaran Cruise with Open Bar & Light Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 108 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Sail from Cabo San Lucas Marina aboard the Baja Blast for a 2-hour sunset cruise or 3-hour afternoon trip. You’ll see the Arch, Lover’s Beach, Divorce Beach, and the Cabo coast while enjoying an open bar, guacamole, chips, salsa, music, and a professional crew.

“The scenery and the sunset were glorious, the crew was super kind and accommodating. We could not have asked for better treatment than we had on this excursion. Highly, highly recommend La Princessa and her crew. We have been to Cabo San Lucas seven or eight times and this was the most enjoyable thing we have ever done in Cabo.”

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8.Cabo Catamaran Snorkel: Arch & Santa Maria, Open Bar, Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 95 reviews · 3 hours · from $75

Spend three hours aboard La Princesa Catamaran, cruising from Cabo San Lucas past Lovers Beach and the Arch to Santa Maria Bay. You get snorkeling time, snacks, an open bar, music, and views of Land’s End. Daniel and the crew have earned praise for friendly, attentive service.

“Me and my college friends has such a fun time snorkeling and then partying! It was definitely a good value for money. Would recommend for college age groups on spring break or even families, there was a mix and everyone had a great time.”

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9.3 hour Snorkeling and Catamaran in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 76 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Join Tony Castro’s shared catamaran cruise from Cabo San Lucas for a stop at the Arch and about an hour at Chileno Bay. You can snorkel, and depending on the boat, use a kayak or paddleboard. Water, soda, snacks, and drinks are included, with optional food for $10.

“Great service and friendly crew. Highly recommended and fantastic value! Free flowing drinks as one desires, food was nothing fancy but suitable, easy motor through scenic areas and to snorkeling.”

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10.Luxury Sailing catamaran charter in Cabo San Lucas all inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Charter a private catamaran in Cabo San Lucas for up to 10 people. Papillon Yachts provides transport, lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, paddle boards, and floating mats, with crew members including Goose, Pollo, Martin, Denise, and Jose named in guest feedback.

“It was amazing . 10/10. You absolutely need to do it ! Luxury service. The lunch and cocktails were incredible.”

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11.Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $129

Join Cabo Adventures for a 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise from Cabo San Lucas. Guides such as Jorge and Leonardo explain humpback behavior while you watch for whales, dolphins, rays, and turtles. The wide catamaran has two decks, a hydrophone, appetizers, an open bar, and bathrooms.

“Very informative and the lunch and drinks were awesome!”

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