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Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

Location Cabo San Lucas, Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Location Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Location Baja California Sur, Mexico
Location San Jose del Cabo, Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
$95
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

This guided snorkeling experience takes place in two of the calmest and most protected bays in Los Cabos — Santa Maria and Chileno Bay — where reef ecosystems, clear water, and easy beach access create ideal snorkeling conditions throughout much of the year.

Unlike larger snorkeling cruises, this experience stays focused on the reef itself rather than boat transportation. Guests enter directly from the beach, creating a more comfortable and accessible experience while avoiding crowded snorkeling routes.

Both bays are known for volcanic reef formations and colorful marine life. Depending on visibility and season, you may encounter parrotfish, angelfish, pufferfish, sea stars, rays, surgeonfish, and occasionally sea turtles moving through the reef systems of the Sea of Cortez.
GUIDED SNORKEL
Guided snorkel: Guided snorkeling experience at Santa Maria and Chileno Bay with calm waters and marine life viewing.
Shared Tour: Guided snorkeling experience with beach entries, marine life viewing, and flexible time between bays depending on conditions.
Duration: 2 hours: Approximately 2 hours plus transportation time
Refreshments: Bottled water
Light snacks / energy bars

Guided Snorkeling Route: Santa Maria Bay snorkeling area → Chileno Bay snorkeling area
Air-conditioned van: Air-conditioned transportation may include additional guest pick-ups
Important Notes: Moderate physical condition recommended | Minimum age: 6 years
Snorkeling is done directly from the beach

Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

  • Complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water and light snacks
  • Snorkeling equipment including mask, fins, snorkel, beach chairs, and umbrella
  • Certified bilingual guide throughout the experience
  • Wetsuits available upon request
  • Towels
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages

Meeting point
This snorkeling experience starts directly from Santa Maria Beach. If you prefer to arrive directly at the beach, please let us know in advance so we can provide your exact meeting time.
Guests arriving with their own vehicle may meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas, where nearby public parking is available. Please let us know in advance if you will arrive directly so we can provide your exact meeting time.
Return details
This snorkeling experience starts directly from Santa Maria Beach. If you prefer to arrive directly at the beach, please let us know in advance so we can provide your exact meeting time.
Guests arriving with their own vehicle may meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas, where nearby public parking is available. Please let us know in advance if you will arrive directly so we can provide your exact meeting time.

  • Santa Maria Beach
    Bahia de Santa Maria is beautiful for its crystal clear waters, where you can enjoy snorkeling and its variety of fish.
  • Chileno Bay Los Cabos
    Playa el Chileno is a beach that is suitable for diving and snorkeling due to its gentle waves and the crystal clear waters that make it stand out from other beaches, where you will enjoy the great variety of fish and corals.
  • Cabo San Lucas
    Enjoy the road trip where you can observe the hotel zone and the ocean view, while we arrive at Playa Santa María. The duration of the activity is 3 hours including transportation.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 6 years old
  • Guests receive exact meeting or pick-up instructions within 24 hours after booking through the Viator operator chat. If not received, please contact us at least 24 hours before your tour
  • Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
  • Cut-off times are based on local experience time
  • No boats are used — the snorkeling experience begins directly from the beach
  • Wetsuits available upon request during winter months in XL, LG, M, and SM
  • Morning departures are usually recommended for better visibility and lighter winds
  • Visibility and ocean conditions between Santa Maria and Chileno Bay may vary daily. Guides may occasionally recommend staying within one bay to maximize water visibility and overall experience. Partial refunds are not provided for location adjustments related to ocean conditions
  • This experience requires favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or full refund
  • No locker facilities are available, but belongings may usually remain inside the transportation vehicle during the activity
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions
  • Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed
  • Medical refund requests require an official same-day doctor’s certificate and prior notification before activity start time
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

    Location Cabo San Lucas, Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
    Location Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
    Location Baja California Sur, Mexico
    Location San Jose del Cabo, Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
    $95
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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