--- title: Private Whale Watching in San José del Cabo lang: en type: tour city: Los Cabos country: Mexico price: 215 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 109 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [de, en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Private from San José del Cabo rank_in_category: 9 of 31 (Whale Watching Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-08 data_updated: 2026-10-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/private-whale-watching-in-san-jos-del-cabo/ --- # Private Whale Watching in San José del Cabo **Guidekin's take:** A private tour for your party in San José del Cabo pairs whale watching with a hydrophone for listening underwater. Drinks, snacks and tour photos are included; the outing is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries. 4.96 from 109 reviews at €215 per person for 2h. In our comparison: #9 of 31 in Whale Watching Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Our private whale watching experience is a good opportunity to be with family or group of friends and share unforgettable moments together. Apart from the equivalent service we are offering on our group tours, it is the level of personalisation that can often make a big difference for families and loved ones. The private whale watching in San Jose del Cabo allows you to observe whales and all of the other wildlife on a more intimate level. The activity will last about 2 and a half hours and then we will be back to shore. ## Before you book - Meeting point: IMPORTANT: Meeting times are generally… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:00, 12:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €215 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 109 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: SALTY CABO Excursions - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: German, English, Spanish - Start times: 09:00, 12:00 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-08 ## Reviews 4.96 from 109 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 108 of 109. - 5 stars: 107 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - We have water a variety of beverages and snacks for you ready, free tour pictures, listening with a hydrophone (under water mircrophone) ## Itinerary 1. **Sea of Cortez** (2h) - Explore the Sea of Cortez on our morning or noon whale watching tour from San José del Cabo. Our experienced captain and marine guide will search for humpback and gray whales while sharing their knowledge of these incredible animals. Enjoy the chance to observe natural... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 12:00 - 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 IMPORTANT: Meeting times are generally 8:15 AM or 11:30 AM. Please check your email the day before, as times may change. Our office is at Puerto Los Cabos Marina, San José del Cabo. Most local hotels are 10–15 minutes away. Uber or taxi is a good option. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €430 | €215 | | 4 | €568 | €142 | | 6 | €702 | €117 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Whale Watching Tours start at €36 per person. ## Compared with other Whale Watching Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #9 of 31** | €215 | 2h | 4.96 (109) | private | | [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 | | [Cabo Whale Watching and Open Ocean Snorkeling](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/cabo-whale-watching-and-open-ocean-snorkeling/?format=md) | €231 | 4h | 4.98 (236) | shared | Ranked #9 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. 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