CABO SAN LUCAS SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Between Two Seas and a Stone Arch: A Short Boat Passage to El Arco and Playa del Amor
A customizable, short boat tour from Cabo San Lucas that visits El Arco, a sea‑lion colony and the unique Playa del Amor—this guide lays out the route, timing and what to bring.
Between Two Seas and a Stone Arch: A Short Boat Passage to El Arco and Playa del Amor.
Embárcate desde la marina de Cabo San Lucas en una lancha tradicional y corta aventura marítima que recorre el icónico Arco, pasa por una colonia de lobos marinos y llega a la singular Playa del Amor, donde se juntan el Mar de Cortés y el Océano Pacífico; la bajada a la playa es opcional y el tiempo en tierra puede ampliarse coordinando con el capitán.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Iconic Seascapes: El Arco and Fin de la Tierra
The tour offers direct views of El Arco and the Fin de la Tierra from a traditional boat, concentrating the must‑see coastal landmarks into a short outing ideal for quick visits.
A Colony of Sea Lions
One of the route’s signature moments is passing the local colony of sea lions—an up‑close wildlife sighting from the water that punctuates the coastal scenery.
Playa del Amor: Swim Where Two Seas Meet
Playa del Amor is the tour’s optional stop: the only beach in Cabo that connects the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific; guests may disembark for a minimum hour and coordinate their return with the captain.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
The activity flows as a succinct coastal loop: check in at the marina, board a traditional glass‑bottom boat, pass the sea‑lion colony and coastal landmarks, and choose whether to step ashore at Playa del Amor—the baseline trip lasts about 45 minutes if you remain onboard, or it can extend by remaining on the beach with hourly pick‑ups.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should take precautions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
If you remain onboard the complete circuit, the tour lasts approximately 45 minutes; if you disembark at Playa del Amor, the minimum time on the beach is one hour and you can coordinate later pickups (last returns by 4:30 PM).
The tour departs from the marina of Cabo San Lucas—arrive at the designated check‑in location to register before boarding.
Bring biodegradable sunscreen, a hat, swimsuit, a cooler with drinks and snacks (no glass containers) and cash for tips and souvenirs.
Beach landings depend on tide and weather; operators advise photographing the boat name to help coordinate pickup at the same spot.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour if I don't disembark at the beach?
Approximately 45 minutes.
How long can I stay on Playa del Amor?
The minimum time on the beach is one hour, but you may stay longer by coordinating your return time with the captain.
How do I know when to return if I disembarked at the beach?
You should wait at the agreed pickup point at the time arranged with the captain; the last return is at 4:30 PM.
What happens if high tide or weather prevents landing on the beach?
If you cannot disembark because of tides or conditions, the tour proceeds without a beach landing and you still enjoy the boat sightseeing.
Can I bring food and drinks?
Yes—bring a cooler with beverages and snacks, but do not bring glass containers.