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The 15 Best Whale Watching Tours in Cabo San Lucas

29 tours  ·  from $45

Greys and humpbacks are in the bay from mid-December to mid-April, close enough that the boats are back within a couple of hours. These 15 compare panga, catamaran and small-boat trips on group size, sighting guarantees and whether photos are included.

Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas - The Arch, sea lions, and Cabo’s famous rock formations
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Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

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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Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos - Cabo’s two whale-watching grounds
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Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos

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

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

Cruise from Cabo with an all-women crew such as Aurora, María, Niki, or Daniela, using marine biology skills to find humpback whales. Hear whale songs through a hydrophone, stop at El Arco for photos, and receive digital pictures. If no whales appear, return on a free second tour.

“Amazing whale watching we saw so many whales breaching, unforgettable experience! Great guide María!”

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SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics - From the marina to The Arch
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SMALL GROUP Whale Watch | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics

3.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 in Cabo San Lucas with a marine biologist such as Oscar, Victoria, or Payo. See The Arch, Lovers Beach, and Pelican Rock before searching for humpbacks, dolphins, sea lions, turtles, and other whales. Free photos and a hydrophone recording add real value.

“Amazing experience with knowledgeable guide and captain. We saw more than 4 whales and were able to get close to them. Unforgettable experience and would highly recommend. We brought our 8m old and she had a life jacket provided as well.”

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La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos - The early ride from Los Cabos to La Paz
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La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos

4.La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,066 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $259

Travel from Los Cabos to La Paz, board a local panga, and swim near migrating whale sharks with a marine mammal guide. Cabo Adventures provides hotel pickup, wetsuits, snorkel gear, drinks, and Baja-style fish tacos. Guides such as Mario, Joe, and Juan help keep the day safe, clear, and fun.

“This was a great experience but you do need to have patience. It’s an all day event. The tour guides were great and swimming with the whale sharks was amazing. Mario was our guide and he did a fantastic job of making sure we got the most out of our experience.”

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Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas - El Arco and the sea lion colony come first
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Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas

5.Humpback Whales in Cabo San Lucas

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

Spend about 2.5 hours on the water with a marine biologist and captain, searching for humpback whales near Cabo San Lucas. The tour begins at the Arch and sea lion colony, then heads toward the Pacific or Sea of Cortez. Boats carry about 10 to 12 people, with morning departures best for calmer seas.

“Great morning with Vanusa and Fred out on the water. We saw 4 different whales including a mom and a baby, plus sea lions and a whole pack of dolphins. Loved that Vanusa is a marine biologist who knew so much about the whales and other sea life.”

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ZODIAC Whale Watch Tour | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics - The whale search, with room to watch
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ZODIAC Whale Watch Tour | Cabo San Lucas | Biologist | FREE Pics

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

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

Join Whale Watch Cabo for a 2.5-hour zodiac trip led by marine biologists such as Oscar, Josephine, or Victoria. With no more than 10 people, you’ll pass the Arch, Lovers Beach, and Pelican Rock, then search for humpback whales, dolphins, turtles, and rays. Photos are free.

“Our captain and guide were great! Very informative and we were able to see several pods of whales over the course of the trip.”

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Los Cabos Whale Watching (Transportation and Pictures Included) - Starting at the marina with a small group
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Los Cabos Whale Watching (Transportation and Pictures Included)

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

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

Join a small-group boat trip from Cabo San Lucas with guides such as Leonardo, Lorenzo, or Pablo. Visit El Arco and its sea lions, then search the Gulf of California for humpback whales, dolphins, turtles, and mantas. Hotel pickup, snacks, water, and tour photos are included.

“We weren't packed in like sardines like most of the tours! Our guide Pablo knew everything and anything about the area and the whales. We saw quite a few whales and had an awesome day! We all got some amazing pictures which is not easy when you have second to snap a shot once you see them! I highly recommend?”

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Whale Watching Group Tour in San Jose del Cabo - Meeting at Poblado La Playa
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Whale Watching Group Tour in San Jose del Cabo

8.Whale Watching Group Tour in San Jose del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Join Salty Cabo Excursions for a two-hour whale watch from San Jose del Cabo, limited to 10 people. Guides such as Paola, Sofia, Luisa, and Kate explain whale behavior, play underwater calls through a hydrophone, and share tour photos at no extra cost.

“This was a great tour. We were lucky enough to see two groups of whales, and it was very exciting. The guide, Paola, was great and it was she who spotted the first group of whales. Very hard to do. We got up close and took some great photos. Mother, calf, and escort as Paola described the third whale. Paula gave us a lot of good information about the life of whales and the Eco problems they are facing. Our captain, Chato, also was great. The owner or manager, Roland, was very friendly and helped us get ready for our tour. My wife and I highly recommend this company.”

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Cabo: Whale-Whatching Boat Trip w/ All-Women Crew and Photos - Cabo’s Arch before the whale search
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Cabo: Whale-Whatching Boat Trip w/ All-Women Crew and Photos

9.Whale-Whatching Boat Trip w/ All-Women Crew and Photos

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

Join a marine biologist and all-women crew on a two-hour, 8-meter boat trip for up to 12 people. Visit Cabo’s Arch, search for humpback and gray whales, hear underwater songs with a hydrophone, and receive digital photos.

“It was amaaazing! Our tour guide, Maria was very nice and knowledgeable and the captain was great too. We got to see at least 8 whales and a few killer whales too! The tour couldn't have been better. We are very happy.”

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Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise - Searching the Pacific for gray and humpback whales
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Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise

10.Cabo San Lucas Whale Watching Lunch Cruise

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

Cruise from Cabo San Lucas with Sunrider Tours for gray and humpback whale watching, a photo stop at El Arco, a fresh Mexican buffet, and an open bar. The large boat has two decks, shaded seating, clean restrooms, music, and a dance floor. Captain Pepe and server Cesar have earned special praise on some sailings.

“An absolute amazing experience! Crew was friendly and attentive. The drinks were free flowing and the buffet was delicious. You get so much for your money on this excursion and I would recommend it to anyone.”

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Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas: Sightseeing Cruise and Shopping - El Arco gives you Cabo’s classic first photo
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Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas: Sightseeing Cruise and Shopping

11.Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas: Sightseeing Cruise and Shopping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $115

You’ll cruise from Cabo San Lucas toward El Arco and the Sea of Cortez on a glass-bottom boat, with about two hours for whale watching. A guide such as Mele may help find gray and humpback whales, followed by tequila tasting, shopping, and hotel transport.

“The whale watching was awesome, Mele took us all around to the right places! Shopping wasn’t much though, our driver was very good”

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Open Ocean Safari and Whale Watching - El Arco gives you the classic Cabo view
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Open Ocean Safari and Whale Watching

12.Open Ocean Safari and Whale Watching

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

Set out from Cabo San Lucas at 9:00 am with Apex Ocean Divers for a four-hour search for whales, dolphins, rays, sea lions, sharks, and more. A small group of up to 10 visits El Arco, Pelican Rock, and the Sea of Cortez, with snorkeling gear, snacks, water, and photos included.

“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 - The Pacific or Sea of Cortez changes the search
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Small-Group Whale Watching Zodiac Boat Cruise in Cabo San Lucas

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

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

Set out from Cabo Marina in a fast Zodiac with a marine guide and a small group. You’ll photograph El Arco, search for humpback, gray, and sperm whales, and may spot dolphins or orcas. Guides such as Jose, Romel, Oscar, and Rodrigo are often praised for finding the action.

“We had an amazing experience on the water. we saw many whale tails and a few breaches. The boat is small and fast so we covered a lot of territory. Oscar and Rodrigo were knowledgeable and fun. I highly recommend this experience.”

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Whale Watching Tour with Arch and Beach in Cabo San Lucas - What the roughly two-hour route includes
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Whale Watching Tour with Arch and Beach in Cabo San Lucas

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

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

From Cabo Adventures at the marina, you’ll cruise past the Arch, search for whales and sea lions, and may stop at Lover’s Beach and Divorce Beach. Guides such as Alan and Saul have helped guests spot whales, while an onboard photographer may offer professional photos.

“Giving this a 4. Booked with tour company. Paid extra to get extra ($50 over $20). Was still pressured into buying pictures one of the guides took of us ($30 for 2 people), then he immediatley asked me to review him (forgot name) on Trip Advisor, and asked to see my review once I finished so he can take a picture of it - weird. Don't like when people are pushy with reviews. Water was crowded with other boats. Did not get off the boat to stop at any of the beaches. Saw some whales and dolphins which was the coolest part. Don't really need to book in advance. I…”

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Los Cabos: Whale Watching (Transport and Pictures Included) - The Arch and Sea Lion Colony make a useful first stop
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Los Cabos: Whale Watching (Transport and Pictures Included)

15.Whale Watching (Transport and Pictures Included)

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

From Cabo San Lucas, you’ll cruise past the Arch and Sea Lion Colony before spending two hours seeking humpback and gray whales. Bilingual guides such as Pablo and Leonardo explain whale behavior, while a photographer captures the action. Transfers, water, snacks, and a sighting guarantee are included.

“Our captain and our guide went the extra-mile in their efforts to make our whale watching adventure successful, exciting and very enjoyable. Thank you, True Baja”

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