4 Unmissable San Jose del Cabo Whale Watching Tours

1.Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,107 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Cruise from the Cabo marina aboard a double-decker catamaran, passing the Arch and sea lion colony before searching for humpback whales along the Sea of Cortez. Guides such as Jacob, Marco, and Jorge explain whale behavior, while a hydrophone lets you hear songs below the boat. Drinks, snacks, and hotel pickup are available.

“What a lovely morning on the water! We saw numerous whales and soaked up some sunshine. The crew was fabulous, the snacks delicious, and the drinks plentiful. Transportation from and to the resort made it all so easy.”

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2.Whale Watching Group Tour in San Jose del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99Best value

Join Salty Cabo for a roughly two-hour whale-watching trip from San Jose del Cabo, limited to 10 people. Guides such as Paola, Sofia, Luisa, and Kate explain whale behavior, migration, and conservation while you watch humpbacks and gray whales. The tour includes snacks, water, photos, and hydrophone listening, but not transportation.

“Great excursion if you want to see whales. Very knowledgeable tour guide and lots of active whales the whole trip. Lots of fun!”

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3.Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas: Sightseeing Cruise and Shopping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $115

Join Esperanza’s Tours for a four-hour Cabo outing with hotel pickup, a glass-bottom boat ride past El Arco, and up to two hours watching gray and humpback whales in the Sea of Cortez. Mele may guide your outing, followed by tequila tasting and about 30 minutes of shopping. Beach time depends on weather.

“Absolutely the best trip. Saw so many whales and the staff was out of this world. Highly recommend this if you are in Cabo”

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4.Private Whale Watching in San José del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $200

Spend about 2.5 hours on a private whale-watching boat from San José del Cabo with a guide such as Sophie or Paola. Look for humpback whales, dolphins, turtles, and other sea life, then listen underwater with a hydrophone. The tour includes free photos, a captain, and return to the starting point.

“Paola was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide! We wanted to be away from the craziness of the San Lucas marina and our efforts were rewarded. The entire process was effortless and wonderful. I recommend contacting Salty Cabo directly, however, because Viator isn’t helpful to modify or change your excursions.”

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