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Private Cabo 2 Bays Kayak & Snorkel at Santa Maria & Chileno Bay

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico · 2h 30m · 1–12 people

Runs in Spanish English

  • Easy
  • From age 6
  • Public transport nearby

This is a private tour. When you book a date, your group has the tour to itself. Nobody else can join.

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High Tide Los Cabos

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico · Agency

High Tide Los Cabos is a locally operated adventure company specializing in guided outdoor experiences throughout Baja California Sur. Our experienced bilingual guides are …

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Explore Santa Maria and Chileno Bays by private glass bottom kayak, snorkel with a certified guide, and discover two of Los Cabos' most beautiful protected marine sanctuaries.

Highlights

  • Explore Santa Maria Cove and Chileno Bay on a private kayaking and snorkeling adventure along the Sea of Cortez.
  • Paddle approximately 40 to 50 minutes along the scenic coastline in tandem glass-bottom kayaks with transparent viewing panels.
  • Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Chileno Bay and discover colorful tropical fish and fascinating marine life.
  • Enjoy a personalized experience with your own bilingual guide, spectacular coastal scenery, and time to relax on the beach.
  • Kayaking and snorkeling equipment, flotation vests, beach shade, bottled water, snacks, and round-trip hotel transportation included.
Discover two of Los Cabos' most beautiful bays on a private kayaking and snorkeling adventure along the spectacular coastline of the Sea of Cortez. Explore Santa Maria Cove and Chileno Bay with your own experienced bilingual guide, enjoying personalized attention and breathtaking coastal scenery. Your adventure begins with round-trip transportation from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor. Upon arrival at Santa Maria Bay, your private guide will provide a safety briefing and introduce you to the kayaking equipment. Set off in comfortable tandem kayaks featuring transparent viewing panels that allow you to observe the water beneath you. Paddle for approximately 40 to 50 minutes along the beautiful coastline from Santa Maria toward Chileno Bay, surrounded by impressive rock formations, turquoise waters, and stunning desert landscapes. At Chileno Bay, enjoy a guided snorkeling session in clear waters known for colorful tropical fish and fascinating underwater rock formations. Your private guide will accompany you in the water, providing assistance and adapting the experience to your group's abilities and comfort level. After snorkeling, take time to relax on the beach, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and admire the beautiful views of the Sea of Cortez. The experience includes approximately two hours of kayaking, snorkeling, and beach time, plus transportation, for a total duration of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on your hotel location. Your private adventure includes tandem glass-bottom kayaks, paddles, snorkeling equipment, mandatory flotation vests, bottled water, a light snack, beach shade, a dedicated bilingual guide, and round-trip hotel transportation.

What's included

  • Tandem kayak, paddle, life jacket, snorkeling equipment, beach chairs, and umbrella
  • Wetsuits available upon request
  • Certified bilingual guide throughout the experience
  • Bottled water and light snacks
  • Complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas in an air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Towels

What to bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Reef-safe (biodegradable) sunscreen
  • Sunglasses with a retention strap (recommended)
  • Hat or cap
  • Water shoes or sandals that can get wet
  • A change of clothes
  • Waterproof phone case (optional)

Know before you go

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Standard age range: 6–70 years. Exceptions require prior approval from High Tide.
  • Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
  • Cut-off times are based on local experience time
  • Private tours may adapt kayaking pace, snorkeling time, and beach stops depending on guest preferences and overall group experience
  • No boats are used — the experience begins directly from the beach
  • Wetsuits available upon request during winter months in XL, LG, M, and SM

Meeting point: Plaza Gali (Oxxo)

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Cancellation policy: Free until 24 hours before: Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start. After that, no refund.

Cancel within that window and you get your full deposit back. After it, you do not get your deposit back. If the guide cancels, you always get your deposit back.

Map of this tour's route, with 3 marked stops

What you'll do

  1. 1
    Santa Maria Bay
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    Begin your adventure at Santa Maria Bay, one of Los Cabos' most beautiful protected bays. After a safety briefing and equipment fitting, launch your tandem kayak directly from the beach and paddle through the calm, crystal-clear waters of this horseshoe-shaped bay while enjoying stunning coastal scenery and abundant marine life.

  2. 2
    Kayak Crossing Along the Tourist Corridor
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    Paddle along the scenic coastline between Santa Maria Bay and Chileno Bay aboard your glass-bottom tandem kayak. Enjoy panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez while observing the rocky shoreline and marine environment from both above and below the water through the kayak's transparent viewing panel.

  3. 3
    Chileno Bay Marine Sanctuary
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    Arrive at Chileno Bay, one of Los Cabos' premier snorkeling destinations and part of a protected marine area. Explore its calm, crystal-clear waters with your certified guide while snorkeling among colorful tropical fish, volcanic rock formations, coral-covered reefs, and diverse marine life that make this bay one of the region's best underwater ecosystems.

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