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Overview

  • Experience one of Los Cabos’ most incredible seasonal events as humpback and gray whales migrate through the waters of Baja California. Keep your eyes on the horizon for mothers traveling with their calves, powerful breaches and the unforgettable moment a whale suddenly appears from the Pacific.

    Our expert crew helps you spot these magnificent animals and shares fascinating insights into their behavior and migration, making every sighting even more memorable.

    Between sightings, relax with an open bar, food and spectacular views of the Los Cabos coastline and the iconic Arch of Cabo San Lucas.

    With morning and noon departures and just two hours on the water, this adventure is easy to fit into your day — whether you’re staying in Los Cabos or visiting for the day on a cruise.

    Available only during whale-watching season, December 15 through March 31.

Activity location

  • Bahía de Cabo San Lucas
    • 23453, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Plaza Gali
    • 7D Boulevard Paseo de la Marina
    • 23450, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Noon Departure: mini baguettes & fresh fruit salad
  • Inclusions
    2-Hour Whale Watching Cruise
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Roundtrip Hotel Transportation (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Morning Departure: egg burritos, fresh fruit salad & coffee
  • Inclusions
    Certified Captain & Crew
  • Inclusions
    Full Open Bar: beer, tequila, mezcal, spirits, sodas & juices
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities
  • Exclusions
    Hotel Transportation (if option not selected)

Know before you book

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Pickup Time: Hotel pickups are scheduled approximately 45 minutes before the tour departure time. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
    • To ensure a smooth pick-up, guests should provide the full name of their accommodation. The exact pick-up time will be sent after your booking is confirmed.
    • Available only during whale-watching season, from December 15 to March 31. Don’t miss your chance!
    • Tour Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours including transportation. The cruise itself is approximately 2 hours dock-to-dock.
    • Transportation: Roundtrip pickup is available from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo and the Tourist Corridor when the transportation option is selected.
    • Hotel Information: Provide your hotel/accommodation name at the time of booking. Transportation must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance. Be ready 5 minutes before your confirmed pickup time.
    • Without Transportation / No Hotel Information: Meet at Plaza Gali, Blvd. Paseo de la Marina, Local 39, Cabo San Lucas, 20 minutes before departure.
    • Cruise Guests: Meet at Plaza Gali, across the marina from the cruise tender pier, 20 minutes before departure.
    • Whale Watching: Whales are wild animals. Sightings, species and behavior cannot be guaranteed.
    • Children: Families are welcome. Life jackets are available upon request for children ages 8+. For children under 8, please bring an appropriate life jacket.
    • Adult Beverage Policy: Guests must be 18+ to consume alcohol.
    • Weather: Operates rain or shine. Please wear clothing appropriate for the weather conditions. If the Port Authority closes the port to navigation, you will receive a full refund.
    • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up are not eligible for a refund.
    • Suitable for handicap people but there is not wheelchair access.
    • Accessibility: Only foldable/collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated in transportation. The tour itself is not wheelchair accessible.

Activity itinerary

Your adventure begins with hotel pickup if you selected transportation, or at Plaza Gali by the Cabo San Lucas Marina. Cruise guests can join at Plaza Gali, across from the cruise tender pier This seasonal tour operates December 15 through March 31, during Baja California’s whale migration. Choose our 9:00 AM or 12:00 PM departure and head into the Pacific in search of humpback and gray whales Keep your eyes on the water — you may see whales breaching, surfacing, blowing or swimming with their calves. Every trip is different, and you never know where the next whale will appear Our expert crew helps you spot these magnificent creatures and shares fascinating insights into their behavior, migration and species. Along the way, enjoy views of the Los Cabos coastline and famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas In the morning, enjoy egg burritos, fruit salad and coffee. At noon, savor mini baguettes and fruit salad. Throughout the cruise, enjoy a full open bar with beer, tequila, mezcal, spirits, sodas and juices After two incredible hours on the water, return to the marina. Guests with transportation return to their hotel, while cruise guests and independent travelers finish at the marina

Location

Activity location

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    Bahía de Cabo San Lucas
    • 23453, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Plaza Gali
    • 7D Boulevard Paseo de la Marina
    • 23450, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico

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