---
title: Cabo Whale Watching and Open Ocean Snorkeling
lang: en
type: tour
city: Los Cabos
country: Mexico
price: 231
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.98
reviews: 236
duration_minutes: 240
languages: [de, en, it, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 3 of 31 (Whale Watching Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-08
data_updated: 2026-10-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-whale-watching-and-open-ocean-snorkeling/
---

# Cabo Whale Watching and Open Ocean Snorkeling

**Guidekin's take:** Combine whale watching from the boat with open-ocean snorkeling to look for marine life such as mobulas and sea lions. A guide, snorkel gear, snacks and photos are included; whale watching is seasonal and moderate fitness is required. 4.98 from 236 reviews at €231 per person for 4h.

In our comparison: #3 of 31 in Whale Watching Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

One of the only activities in CABO that combines the beauty of whale watching from the boat (seasonal) and snorkeling in the open ocean with animals in their own terms like mobulas, dolphins, sea lions and more. 

WIth a focus on providing close, responsible, and unforgettable encounters with unique and majestic underwater marine life, we prioritize sourcing from local communities and supporting science through donations, photo IDs, and citizen science trips. We believe that by offering these incredible experiences, people can fall in love with the ocean and find ways to protect it for future generations.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Next to cruise ship tender pier,
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Food included: see what is included

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €231 per person
- Duration: 4h
- Rating: 4.98/5 from 236 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: APEX OCEAN DIVERS
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-08

## Reviews

4.98 from 236 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 234 of 236.

- 5 stars: 233 (99%)
- 4 stars: 1 (0%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Bottled water
- Photos & Videos of the Experience
- Snacks
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Guide

## Not included

- Gratuities

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Next to cruise ship tender pier, Dock C, Centro, Cabo San Lucas Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

## Compared with other Whale Watching Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #3 of 31** | €231 | 4h | 4.98 (236) | shared |
| [Cabo Whale Watching: Female Crew, Guaranteed Sightings, Photos](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-whale-watching-female-crew-guaranteed-sightings-photos/?format=md) | €84 | 2h | 4.97 (2144) | shared |
| [Humpback Whale Watching Tour in Cabo San Lucas](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/humpback-whale-watching-tour-in-cabo-san-lucas/?format=md) | €90 | 2h 30m | 4.94 (1065) | shared |
| [Los Cabos Whale Watching (Pictures & Transportation Included)](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/los-cabos-whale-watching-pictures-transportation-included/?format=md) | €95 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (360) | shared |

Ranked #3 of 31 in Whale Watching Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €36 to €336, median €95; typical length 2h 30m. 4 of 31 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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