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The 15 Best Scuba Diving Trips in Cabo San Lucas

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Pelican Rock, the sand falls and the sea lion colony are all inside the bay, so boat times are short. These 15 are compared on certification needed, number of tanks and whether gear and lunch are in the price.

2-Tank Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas Reserve for Certified Divers - Pelican Rock and the Sea of Cortez wildlife
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2-Tank Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas Reserve for Certified Divers

1.2-Tank Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas Reserve for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $138Our pick

Meet Manta Scuba Diving in Cabo San Lucas for two guided underwater excursions in the protected Sea of Cortez. Certified guests can expect short boat rides, sea lions at Pelican Rock, dramatic cliffs, and time to view Lovers Beach and the Arch. Guides such as Angela, Kosta, and Sebastian may vary by departure.

“Our group of divers were extremely pleased with the Manta shop, the owner who is on site to greet all divers and customers. The staff is the best we've seen in a long time. Their boats and captains are equally pleasant and responsive. They are all very accommodating. The diving was terrific with many sites to choose from including night dives. All of our diving group agree that you will have a great time with Manta. Some dive shops cater to the cruise ships but Manta is always happy to show you the best Cabo has to offer. Thank you so much for a great week. Jim and group of…”

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Beginner Scuba Diving in Cabo San Lucas - What you might see below the surface
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Beginner Scuba Diving in Cabo San Lucas

2.Beginner Scuba Diving in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $142

Learn basic scuba skills with PADI instructors at Manta Scuba Diving, then take a short boat ride to Cabo’s marine park. Small groups, careful instruction, and possible sightings of sea lions, rays, octopus, fish, and more make this a strong first underwater experience.

“The experience was incredible due to the amazing staff at Manta. I am terrified of the ocean, and attempted to quell that fear by trying a beginner dive class. Our instructor was Julio (the black shark) and I don’t think I could have been with a more experienced, patient, and overall hilarious, dive partner. He took away my anxiety with his cam demeanor in the ocean, and vigorous explanations and instructions beforehand. I had my eyes on him underwater and felt extremely safe! He opened my eyes to the underwater world and had such a respect for the ocean and its creatures, I couldn’t help but feel the same. I…”

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Private Dive Boat for Certified Divers - Cabo San Lucas - Choosing the first underwater site
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Private Dive Boat for Certified Divers – Cabo San Lucas

3.Private Dive Boat for Certified Divers – Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

You’ll join a private Cabo San Lucas boat for up to four certified scuba divers, choosing two nearby sites with your guide. Expect equipment fitting, free refreshers, Arch views, snacks, and basic underwater photos from guides such as Filipe.

“It was a perfect day!!! The dives were beautiful with so much sea life!! Our captain and dive instructor were amazing!”

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3-Tank Scuba in Marine Reserve and Corridor for Certified Divers - The Marine Park and the first underwater session
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3-Tank Scuba in Marine Reserve and Corridor for Certified Divers

4.3-Tank Scuba in Marine Reserve and Corridor for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 196 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $210

Spend about six hours exploring Cabo San Lucas Marine Park and the Corridor with a certified scuba guide. Three boat sessions, small groups, sandwiches, tanks, and weights are included. Guides such as Polo, Angela, and Branden are praised for calm, careful support. Equipment rental costs extra.

“Did not go due to weather conditions. Dive shop stayed in contact. Let me know to contact viator for a full refund”

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2 Tank Dive - Certified Divers (Santa Maria Bay & Chileno Bay) - Santa Maria Bay and the Cabo Corridor
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2 Tank Dive – Certified Divers (Santa Maria Bay & Chileno Bay)

5.2 Tank Dive – Certified Divers (Santa Maria Bay & Chileno Bay)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Set out from Cabo San Lucas Marina at 8:00 a.m. for two guided boat sessions near Santa Maria and Chileno Bays. Look for eagle rays, jacks, and tuna, with other sites chosen according to conditions. Snacks, drinks, photos, and an optional refresher are included, but scuba gear costs extra.

“Ordered through Trip Advisor, this was not the dive location I requested. My dive group is very disappointed and now I am having to fight with Trip Advisor to get refund on a SCUBA diving trip that I never attended. Nightmare!”

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Learn to Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas with PADI - Pelican Rock is the first ocean stop
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Learn to Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas with PADI

6.Learn to Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas with PADI

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

You’ll learn basic PADI scuba skills with an instructor, practice first in a shallow pool, then take a 30-minute ocean session near Pelican Rock and El Arco. The small group, nearby instructors, snacks, and 45-foot boat make this a practical first underwater experience.

“The best beginner's dive experience ever! They really care about preparing you before your ocean dive. You train in a tank before you actually go to your dive site. The details that they put into it is far more than I've seen with other companies. We had 10 people in our dive and there was an experienced diver with each person. My two daughters had a blast!”

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Scuba Diving - Choosing between Land’s End and the Corridor
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Scuba Diving

7.Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $149

Set out from Cabo San Lucas at 7:30 am for a two-tank boat trip with a PADI guide. Visit the Arch and sea lion colony, then explore Pelican Rock, Land’s End, Santa Maria, or Chileno. Certified and first-time participants can join, with groups capped at eight.

“My wife and I had an excellent time diving in Cabo with Cabo Trek. Felipe did an outstanding job guiding us through the trip, we got to see manta rays, moray eels, sea slugs, and a wide variety of fish. Highly recommended!”

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2 Dives in the Cabo Marine Park - Pelican Rock and the Marine Life Below
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2 Dives in the Cabo Marine Park

8.2 Dives in the Cabo Marine Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $135

Join Dive Ninja Expeditions in Cabo San Lucas for two guided scuba sessions in groups of no more than four per guide. You may visit Land’s End, Pelican Rock, or Neptune’s Finger, with Adriana, Sara, Alexi, or another expert guide leading the way. Snacks, drinks, tanks, and weights are included.

“Amazing guides. Beautiful views and we saw some amazing animals. Our guides truly cares about the environment and our experience.”

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2-Tank Scuba in Marine Reserve and Corridor for Certified Divers - The Nautical Corridor offers a quieter first session
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2-Tank Scuba in Marine Reserve and Corridor for Certified Divers

9.2-Tank Scuba in Marine Reserve and Corridor for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $165

Join Manta Scuba Diving at 7:30 am for two boat-based scuba sessions near Cabo’s Corridor and Marine Reserve. Brandon and Pollo are among the guides praised for personal attention. Tanks and weights are included, but a full gear rental costs $40.

“Brandon was my dive master. We had spoken before the dives about what I hoped to see. He pointed out almost everything that we had chatted about. The vis was ok, it’s September and storms pass thru, but still good dives. A big thank it you to all of those on the boat and in the shop.”

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Cabo San Lucas Certified 2 Tank Dive at the Famous Arch and Land's End - What your three and a half hours look like
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Cabo San Lucas Certified 2 Tank Dive at the Famous Arch and Land’s End

10.Cabo San Lucas Certified 2 Tank Dive at the Famous Arch and Land’s End

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

Join Cabo Adventures for a three-and-a-half-hour, two-tank scuba trip around El Arco and Land’s End. You’ll ride a US Lifeguard certified 47-foot boat, visit sites that may include caves, sand falls, a wreck, sea lions, turtles, and nurse sharks, and learn about the local ecosystem in a group capped at 12 people.

“Very fun! They provided all the equipment and set everything up for you. Would recommend to a friend”

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Los Cabos Beginner Scuba Dive Experience - Learning to breathe, signal, and stay calm
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Los Cabos Beginner Scuba Dive Experience

11.Los Cabos Beginner Scuba Dive Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $143

Meet Sunrider Tours at Cabo Marina for a three-hour beginner scuba session in the Sea of Cortez. Guides including Angelo, Sofia, Camila, and Sebastian teach breathing, mask clearing, hand signals, and buoyancy before taking you into Cabo San Lucas Bay. Small groups, gear, fruit, water, and underwater photos make this a friendly first outing.

“We had a wonderful time doing our scuba diving class with Angelo. Highly recommend it for everyone. He even suggested us an amazing local spot for mariscos for afterwards, which was equally perfect.”

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Cabo Pulmo 2 Tank Certified Dive with Lunch - The 7:00 am start and the road to the East Cape
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Cabo Pulmo 2 Tank Certified Dive with Lunch

12.Cabo Pulmo 2 Tank Certified Dive with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $279

Travel by air-conditioned van from San José del Cabo to Cabo Pulmo National Park for two guided scuba outings with a group of up to four certified participants. Carlos and Captain Jesus may lead the water time, with lunch included and equipment and park fees paid separately.

“My dolphin, Aqua was absolutely amazing! She was so sweet and it was awesome to see how trained and obedient she was! Definitely recommended!”

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Cabo San Lucas 2 Tank Scuba Diving - The marina transfer and boat setup
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Cabo San Lucas 2 Tank Scuba Diving

13.Cabo San Lucas 2 Tank Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150

Meet Amanda, Edgar, and the See Creatures team downtown, then ride to two underwater sites near Cabo San Lucas or the Corridor. You’ll check gear in shallow water, explore areas shaped by deep ocean nearby, stop at Cabo Arch, and return after about four hours.

“Great dive shop. I was the only diver, which many dive shops would cancel the dive. Good day diving and the crew were great.”

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Private Beginner Scuba Diving Experience in Cabo San Lucas - Exploring near El Arco at your own depth
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Private Beginner Scuba Diving Experience in Cabo San Lucas

14.Private Beginner Scuba Diving Experience in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $175

Meet your private instructor at Cabo Private Guide, learn basic scuba skills, practice in shallow water, then explore near El Arco from a shared boat. You set the pace and depth, up to 12 meters. Instructors such as Julio, Diego, Florent, Javi, and Morgane are known for calm, patient teaching.

“I am an AOW diver, but wanted to dive with my daughter who is just beginning. Julio was amazing with her. He made sure she was comfortable and confident in the water and was a great guide. I highly recommend.”

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PADI Open Water Course in Cabo San Lucas - Pool practice turns theory into routine
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PADI Open Water Course in Cabo San Lucas

15.PADI Open Water Course in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $620

Complete your PADI Open Water certification in Cabo San Lucas with Dive Ninja Expeditions. Study online first, then train in a pool and complete four ocean sessions over two days. Groups are capped at four, and instructors such as Fabien, Joy, Johnny, and Victoria are known for patient, clear teaching.

“I did a reactivate course and 2-tank dive with Dive Ninja after 5 years of no diving. It was an amazing experience! The lesson was in a swimming pool, where I refreshed all the skills except for equalization. My instructor Le Roux is excellentRead more”

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