The 10 Best Scuba Diving Trips in Cabo San Lucas

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

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

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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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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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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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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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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