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title: Kayak Tours in Cabo San Lucas
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Los Cabos
country: Mexico
tours: 10
price_from_eur: 70
reviews_total: 4870
as_of: 2026-10-16
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/kayak-paddleboard-los-cabos/
---

# Kayak Tours in Cabo San Lucas

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## Guidekin's verdict (last checked October 8, 2026)

We compared 10 shared and private Los Cabos kayak and paddleboard tours by route, snorkel gear, photos, transport and stated activity requirements.

- **Arch with photos:** [Arch and Lovers Beach Kayak plus Snorkeling](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-san-lucas-arch-and-lovers-beach-kayak-tour-plus-snorkeling/?format=md). Choose the Arch kayak with snorkel gear and photos: €82 per person, 2h 30m; a combined tandem weight limit applies. 4.98 from 1067 reviews. Photos at the Arch. Trade-off: Combined weight limit on tandem kayaks. — now €82 per person, 4.98 (1067)
- **Kayak or paddleboard:** [Kayak or Paddle Board & Snorkel to the Arch](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/kayak-or-paddle-board-snorkel-to-the-arch-with-photos-included/?format=md). Choose Kayak and Snorkel or Paddle Board and Snorkel: €70 per person, 2h, gear included; moderate fitness required. 4.93 from 198 reviews. Shuttle costs extra. Trade-off: Shuttle costs extra. — now €70 per person, 4.93 (198)
- **Bays with transfers:** [Two Bays Kayak at Santa Maria & Chileno](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/los-cabos-2-bays-kayak-snorkel-at-santa-maria-chileno-bay/?format=md). Choose Two Bays Kayak with snorkel gear and transfers from selected areas: €91 per person, 2h; minimum age six. 4.98 from 678 reviews. Transfers from selected areas. Trade-off: Minimum age is six. — now €91 per person, 4.98 (678)

Also compared:

- [Paddle Board & Snorkel Adventure to the Arch](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-san-lucas-paddle-board-snorkel-adventure-to-the-arch/?format=md): Paddleboarding with transfers. Trade-off: Transfers only from selected areas. — now €91 per person, 4.98 (367)
- [Cabo Kayak and Snorkel Adventure to the Arch](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-kayak-and-snorkel-adventure-to-the-arch/?format=md): Glass bottom Arch kayaking. Trade-off: Minimum age is six. — now €86 per person, 4.91 (1417)
- [Private Cabo Arch Kayak & Snorkel](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/private-cabo-arch-kayak-snorkel-tour-for-4-guests/?format=md): Private Arch for up to four. Trade-off: Minimum age is six. — now €454 per group/vehicle, 5.0 (75)
- [Arch Paddleboard Tour with Photos](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/arch-of-cabo-san-lucas-small-group-paddleboard-tour-with-photos/?format=md): Paddleboarding with photos. Trade-off: Not recommended with spinal injuries. — now €82 per person, 5.0 (45)
- [Power Snorkel, Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/los-cabos-power-snorkel-adventure-kayaking-and-stand-up-paddle/?format=md): Paddling plus sea scooters. Trade-off: Boat has no bathroom or shade. — now €90 per person, 4.7 (923)

Commissions never affect the order.

## All 10 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Cabo San Lucas Arch and Lovers Beach Kayak Tour plus Snorkeling](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-san-lucas-arch-and-lovers-beach-kayak-tour-plus-snorkeling/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €82 per person | 4.98 (1067) | 2h 30m | daily 06:00–09:30 | up to 14 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es |
| 2 | [Los Cabos 2 Bays Kayak & Snorkel at Santa Maria & Chileno Bay](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/los-cabos-2-bays-kayak-snorkel-at-santa-maria-chileno-bay/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Cruise Ship Shore Excursions | €91 per person | 4.98 (678) | 2h | Mon Wed Thu Sat 09:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es |
| 3 | [Cabo San Lucas Paddle Board & Snorkel Adventure to the Arch](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-san-lucas-paddle-board-snorkel-adventure-to-the-arch/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Cruise Ship Shore Excursions | €91 per person | 4.98 (367) | 2h | daily 09:00–14:00 | up to 12 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es |
| 4 | [Private Cabo Arch Kayak & Snorkel Tour for 4 Guests](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/private-cabo-arch-kayak-snorkel-tour-for-4-guests/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Cruise Ship Shore Excursions, Private Tours | €454 per group/vehicle | 5.0 (75) | 3h | daily 09:00–12:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 5 | [Arch of Cabo San Lucas Small-Group Paddleboard Tour with Photos](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/arch-of-cabo-san-lucas-small-group-paddleboard-tour-with-photos/?format=md) |  | €82 per person | 5.0 (45) | 2h 30m | daily 08:00 | up to 4 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es |
| 6 | [Private Cabo Kayak & Snorkel Adventure to the Arch](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/private-cabo-kayak-snorkel-adventure-to-the-arch/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Cruise Ship Shore Excursions, Private Tours | €114 per person | 4.97 (60) | 2h 30m | daily | private · up to 12 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es |
| 7 | [Private Cabo Kayak and Snorkel Tour at Santa Maria & Chileno Bay](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/private-cabo-kayak-and-snorkel-tour-at-santa-maria-chileno-bay/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Cruise Ship Shore Excursions, Private Tours | €118 per person | 4.95 (40) | 2h 30m | daily | private · up to 12 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es |
| 8 | [Kayak or Paddle Board & Snorkel to the Arch with Photos included](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/kayak-or-paddle-board-snorkel-to-the-arch-with-photos-included/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €70 per person | 4.93 (198) | 2h | daily 08:00–10:30 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es |
| 9 | [Cabo Kayak and Snorkel Adventure to the Arch](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-kayak-and-snorkel-adventure-to-the-arch/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Cruise Ship Shore Excursions | €86 per person | 4.91 (1417) | 2h | daily 09:00–14:00 | up to 24 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es |
| 10 | [Los Cabos Power Snorkel Adventure, Kayaking and Stand-Up Paddle](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/los-cabos-power-snorkel-adventure-kayaking-and-stand-up-paddle/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €90 per person | 4.7 (923) | 3h | daily 09:00–15:00 | up to 20 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es |

## Why each made the list

- **Cabo San Lucas Arch and Lovers Beach Kayak Tour plus Snorkeling** — Kayak to the Cabo San Lucas Arch and snorkel around Pelican Stone to look for marine life. Snorkel equipment, photos at the Arch, an air-conditioned vehicle, water and a granola bar are included; tandem kayaks have a combined weight limit. 4.98 from 1067 reviews at €82 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Los Cabos 2 Bays Kayak & Snorkel at Santa Maria & Chileno Bay** — Kayak between Santa Maria Bay and Chileno Bay, then snorkel their contrasting marine habitats directly from the beach. Tandem kayaks, snorkel gear, snacks and transfers from selected areas are included; children must be at least six. 4.98 from 678 reviews at €91 per person for 2h.
- **Cabo San Lucas Paddle Board & Snorkel Adventure to the Arch** — Launch directly from the beach for paddleboarding and snorkeling around the Arch and Pelican Rock. Equipment, water, light snacks and transfers from selected areas are included; children must be at least six. 4.98 from 367 reviews at €91 per person for 2h.
- **Private Cabo Arch Kayak & Snorkel Tour for 4 Guests** — Snorkel at Pelican Rock, then paddle to Land’s End in a glass-bottom kayak on a private tour for your party of up to four. Gear, snacks and selected-area transfers are included; priced per group, with a minimum age of six. 5 from 75 reviews at €454 per group/vehicle for 3h.
- **Arch of Cabo San Lucas Small-Group Paddleboard Tour with Photos** — Paddleboard to the Arch of Cabo San Lucas with photos taken in front of the rock formation. Snorkeling equipment, water and a granola bar are included; the activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. 5 from 45 reviews at €82 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Private Cabo Kayak & Snorkel Adventure to the Arch** — Paddle from the beach toward the Arch in a tandem glass bottom kayak on a private tour for your party. Kayak and snorkel gear, water, snacks and transfers from selected areas are included; children must be at least six, and there is no boat ride. 4.97 from 60 reviews at €114 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Private Cabo Kayak and Snorkel Tour at Santa Maria & Chileno Bay** — Kayak between Santa Maria Bay and Chileno Bay and stop to snorkel on a private tour for your party. Tandem kayaks, snorkel gear, snacks and transport from selected areas are included; the minimum age is six. 4.95 from 40 reviews at €118 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Kayak or Paddle Board & Snorkel to the Arch with Photos included** — Paddle toward the Arch by kayak or paddleboard and combine the outing with snorkeling, led by marine biologists or oceanographers. Your chosen craft, snorkel gear, cereal bars and water are included; moderate fitness is required and the shuttle costs extra. 4.93 from 198 reviews at €70 per person for 2h.
- **Cabo Kayak and Snorkel Adventure to the Arch** — Paddle a tandem glass bottom kayak from the beach toward the Arch, with snorkeling as part of the outing. Kayak and snorkel equipment, snacks, water and return transport from selected areas are included; the minimum age is six. 4.91 from 1417 reviews at €86 per person for 2h.
- **Los Cabos Power Snorkel Adventure, Kayaking and Stand-Up Paddle** — A speedboat ride to the Arch and Land’s End pairs with sea scooters, snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboarding in a cove. Activity equipment, quesadillas and drinks are included, but the boat has neither bathrooms nor shade. 4.7 from 923 reviews at €90 per person for 3h.

## Other collections in Los Cabos

- [Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/snorkeling-los-cabos/?format=md) — 65 tours
- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/private-tours-los-cabos/?format=md) — 64 tours
- [Cruise Ship Shore Excursions](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/cruise-excursions-los-cabos/?format=md) — 60 tours
- [ATV & Off-Road Tours](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/atv-tours-los-cabos/?format=md) — 55 tours
- [Boat Tours & El Arco](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/boat-tours-los-cabos/?format=md) — 44 tours
- [Private Yacht & Catamaran Charters](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/yacht-charters-los-cabos/?format=md) — 34 tours
- [Whale Watching Tours](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/whale-watching-los-cabos/?format=md) — 31 tours
- [Sunset & Dinner Cruises](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/sunset-cruises-los-cabos/?format=md) — 25 tours
- [Day Trips from Los Cabos](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/day-trips-from-los-cabos/?format=md) — 21 tours
- [Camel Rides](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/camel-rides-los-cabos/?format=md) — 18 tours
- [City & Sightseeing Tours](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/city-tours-los-cabos/?format=md) — 15 tours
- [Zipline & Adventure Parks](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/zipline-adventure-los-cabos/?format=md) — 15 tours
- [Food & Tequila Tours](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/food-tours-los-cabos/?format=md) — 14 tours
- [Horseback Riding](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/horseback-riding-los-cabos/?format=md) — 14 tours
- [Scuba Diving](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/scuba-diving-los-cabos/?format=md) — 14 tours
- [Dolphin & Marine Wildlife Encounters](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/marine-wildlife-los-cabos/?format=md) — 10 tours
- [Cooking Classes](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/cooking-classes-los-cabos/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Surf Lessons](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/surf-lessons-los-cabos/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Fishing Charters](https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/fishing-charters-los-cabos/?format=md) — 5 tours

## FAQ

**Kayak or paddleboard to the Arch: which should I choose, and how fit do I need to be?**

Choose the kayak option on Kayak or Paddle Board & Snorkel to the Arch for seated paddling, or its paddleboard option if you want to stand and balance. The listing requires moderate fitness. For example, Kayak or Paddle Board & Snorkel to the Arch: €70 per person, 4.93 from 198 reviews. The listing offers kayak and snorkel or paddleboard and snorkel options, with moderate fitness required. This requirement does not establish the fitness or swimming rules for other tours. Browse paddling tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/kayak-paddleboard-los-cabos/

**How much do Los Cabos kayak and paddleboard tours cost, and how long do they take?**

Give paddling a morning, leaving room for travel around the tour: the median listed duration is 2.5 hours, and the per-person price median is €90. The middle half of per-person prices spans €82 to €91. Listings priced per group: 1. For example, Power Snorkel, Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle: €90 per person, 4.7 from 923 reviews. Its boat has no bathroom or shade. Find tours within your budget: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/kayak-paddleboard-los-cabos/?price_max=100 · Filter by duration: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/kayak-paddleboard-los-cabos/?duration_max=3

**Private or shared: how do two or four of us work out the cost of a kayak tour?**

Shared paddles charge per person; private paddles can charge per person or per group. For two or four, divide the Private Cabo Arch Kayak & Snorkel group price by your party size for a per-person figure. Per-person medians: €86 shared, €116 private, a spread between different products, not a premium. For example, Cabo Kayak and Snorkel Adventure to the Arch: €86 per person, 4.91 from 1,417 reviews. Private Cabo Arch Kayak & Snorkel: €454 per group, 5 from 75 reviews. Multiply a per-person quote by your party size for the party total. See private paddling tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/kayak-paddleboard-los-cabos/?tour_type=private

**Can I kayak or paddleboard with a spinal injury or limited mobility?**

Operator-marked wheelchair options: none. Avoid Arch Paddleboard Tour with Photos if you have a spinal injury: the listing advises against it. Seated kayaking does not prove suitable access. Filter for operator-marked wheelchair access first, then confirm boarding and participation requirements with the operator. For example, Arch Paddleboard Tour with Photos: €82 per person, 5 from 45 reviews. The listing says it is not recommended with spinal injuries; this does not establish which other tours would suit your mobility needs. Filter operator-marked access: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/kayak-paddleboard-los-cabos/?wheelchair=true · See what the filters mean: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/filters/

**Are snorkel gear and photos included, and what might I pay extra for?**

Budget separately for transport on Kayak or Paddle Board & Snorkel to the Arch: snorkel gear and photos are included, but its shuttle costs extra. The snorkelling category includes 9 of these 10 paddling tours. For example, Kayak or Paddle Board & Snorkel to the Arch: €70 per person, 4.93 from 198 reviews. Its kayak and snorkel and paddleboard and snorkel options include gear, and photos are included. Its shuttle costs extra. Browse equipment and photo options: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/kayak-paddleboard-los-cabos/ · Explore snorkelling tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/snorkeling-los-cabos/

**Can I get hotel pickup for a shared kayak or paddleboard tour?**

Keep shared tours in your plans if you need hotel transport: 6 of 7 list pickup. Two Bays Kayak at Santa Maria & Chileno has transfers from selected areas. Hotel pickup is listed on 9 of 10 paddling tours. For example, Two Bays Kayak at Santa Maria & Chileno: €91 per person, 4.98 from 678 reviews. Its included transfers are from selected areas. Find paddles with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/kayak-paddleboard-los-cabos/?pickup=hotel


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