Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas on 35′ Sea Amore Trimaran

Cabo looks best from the water. This private three-hour outing combines snorkeling at Pelican Rock with close views of Lover’s Beach, Medano Beach, and El Arco aboard the 35-foot Sea Amore trimaran. I like the privacy for groups of up to six, and I like that the price includes food, a premium open bar, paddle boards, snorkel gear, and a large floating mat. The main consideration is cost: $990 is a serious outlay for three hours, though it becomes more reasonable when divided among six people.

I also like the flexible pace. You can spend much of the trip in the water, or use the time for a relaxed cruise and sightseeing. The crew has earned strong praise for friendly service, careful handling, fresh food, and good timing around sunset. Just remember that gratuities are extra, and this is a weather-dependent activity.

Key Points to Know Before You Book

• Pelican Rock snorkeling: Your main water stop is inside the Cabo San Lucas Bay National Marine Park, near Lover’s Beach.
• El Arco views: The route includes Cabo’s famous Land’s End Arch, along with Finisterra Rocky Point, Medano Beach, and Lover’s Beach.
• Private trimaran setting: Only your group participates, making this a calmer choice than a large shared boat.
• Food and drinks included: Expect a Mexican combination platter, fresh fruit and vegetables, and a premium open bar.
• More than snorkeling: Two paddle boards and a large water mat are included, so you can vary the afternoon.
• Age-related equipment rules: Snorkeling gear is included for ages 7 and older, while life vests are provided for ages 3 and older.

Why the Sea Amore Trimaran Works for a Small Group

The Sea Amore is a 35-foot trimaran, a useful size for a private outing. It gives you more room and personal attention than a packed group boat, without turning the trip into a full-day charter. Since only your own party takes part, you can spend less time fitting into someone else’s schedule.

The price is $990 per group of up to six. For two people, that is an expensive three-hour excursion. For six, it works out to $165 per person before gratuity, which is easier to justify given the private boat, open bar, meal, equipment, and crew service.

This setup suits a family, two or three couples, or a group of friends who want a social boat day without strangers aboard. It also helps if people in your group want different things. Some can snorkel, others can use the paddle boards, and anyone who prefers dry clothes can stay aboard for the scenery.

The trip is offered in English, and confirmation arrives at booking. It begins and ends at Cabo Sails, at Calle Marina s/n, number interior L40, Plaza Gali, in the Cabo San Lucas marina area. The activity returns to the same meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate ride back from the water.

Leaving the Marina for Cabo’s Famous Coast

The boat ride itself is part of the attraction. As you leave the marina, the focus shifts from Cabo’s town and resort area to the rocky coast around Land’s End. This is where the outing earns its sightseeing value, even before you reach the snorkeling stop.

You are set up to see the Finisterra Rocky Point of Land’s End, Lover’s Beach, Medano Beach, and El Arco. These are among the most recognizable coastal sights in Cabo San Lucas, and viewing them from the water gives you a better sense of how the beaches and rock formations fit together.

I would treat the early part of the trip as a chance to settle into the boat rather than rush straight into the water. The schedule lasts about three hours, so there is room for snorkeling, food, drinks, and sightseeing. The experience can also work as a sunset cruise, depending on the departure time you choose.

Several crew members receive special praise for attentive service. Carlos and Oliver are described as warm and accommodating, while Roberto, Juan, Gustavo, Luis, Alejandro, Javier, Enrique, Eduardo, Andres, Pablo, and Captain K are also named in particularly positive comments. The repeated theme is not flashy entertainment. It is the crew noticing what people need, helping them feel safe, and keeping the mood easygoing.

Pelican Rock and the Cabo San Lucas Bay National Marine Park

Pelican Rock is the main water stop. It lies in the Cabo San Lucas Bay National Marine Park near Lover’s Beach, giving you a chance to see the area from below the surface instead of only photographing it from the boat.

Snorkeling equipment is included for people age 7 and older. Life vests are available for those age 3 and older. That age distinction matters if you are bringing children. Younger children may have a life vest, but the supplied information does not promise snorkeling equipment for anyone under 7.

The crew can help make the water portion less intimidating. Captain K is described as joining the group in the water and encouraging people who were slow to jump in. Roberto and Juan are also praised for staying attentive and helping throughout the outing. These details suggest a useful level of support, especially for first-time snorkelers or anyone who feels uncertain about getting off the boat.

Still, you should keep expectations sensible. The point is a short snorkeling outing in a scenic marine park, not a specialized wildlife expedition. Sea conditions can change, and the captain may adjust the location. One group expected rough water but was guided to a more comfortable snorkeling spot, which is a good reminder that flexibility matters more than a fixed plan.

If you prefer not to snorkel for the full time, you are free to mix activities. You can cruise, sightsee, eat, listen to music, or use the floating equipment. That flexibility is one of the strongest reasons to choose this trip over a narrowly focused snorkeling excursion.

El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and the Best Photo Moment

After Pelican Rock, the route includes El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, also called Land’s End Arch. This is Cabo’s signature sight, where the rock formations meet the sea at the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula.

The boat gives you a natural viewing platform for the arch and nearby Finisterra Rocky Point. Lover’s Beach is part of the same cluster of famous sights. From the water, you get a broad view instead of the close, beach-level perspective you would have from shore.

Medano Beach is also included in the sightseeing route. It is one of the best-known beaches in Cabo, and seeing it from offshore helps you understand the contrast between the energetic beach area and the more rugged rock formations near Land’s End.

Timing can make a real difference. One outing was positioned beside El Arco for sunset, creating the kind of final scene that makes the boat ride feel special. If your departure is scheduled late in the day, ask the operator how the timing works. The published duration is about three hours, but the exact light and sunset position will depend on the date and departure time.

The arch is a popular sight, so do not expect solitude. The private boat does not mean the entire Cabo coastline will be empty. What it gives you is your own space aboard the Sea Amore and a crew focused on your group.

Food, Open Bar, and Time on the Water

The included food makes this more than a basic boat transfer. You receive a Mexican combination platter along with fresh fruit and vegetables. Specific meals described by the crew include chips, salsa, guacamole, and machaca, giving you a useful idea of the casual Mexican spread served aboard.

This is practical as well as pleasant. A three-hour outing can run across a normal meal period, and having food included means you do not need to pack lunch or return to shore hungry. The fruit and vegetable platter also gives you a lighter choice alongside the Mexican dishes.

The premium open bar is included too. Drinks are repeatedly praised, and the crew is described as quick and attentive when people request another beverage. If you plan to drink, keep in mind that the water activities and alcohol do not mix well for everyone. You can choose to enjoy the food and views first, then return to the water when you feel comfortable.

Music can be part of the atmosphere. One group was allowed to connect through Bluetooth and play its own music. That detail is not presented as a guaranteed feature, so I would ask before counting on it. Still, it shows the sort of relaxed, private-boat mood this experience can offer.

Two paddle boards and a large water mat are also included. These give you alternatives to snorkeling, especially if someone in your group wants to stay active but does not want to use a mask and fins. The mat is also useful for simply floating and enjoying the bay.

Safety, Service, and the Feel of the Crew

The strongest praise goes to the crew. Captains and deck hands are described as professional, friendly, attentive, and focused on safety. That combination matters on a private water trip because your comfort depends heavily on the people running the boat.

The crew appears willing to adjust to the group. They help with snorkeling, guide people toward a suitable water spot, prepare food, manage drinks, and keep an eye on the timing. Captain Gustavo and Roberto are specifically praised for their safety focus and understanding of the local water.

This is especially helpful for a mixed group. One person may want to snorkel the whole time, another may want to sunbathe, and someone else may prefer sightseeing. A private charter lets the crew respond to those different preferences instead of following a rigid large-group program.

Service animals are allowed, and the activity is near public transportation. Most people can participate, though the supplied information does not provide detailed accessibility specifications for the trimaran itself. If you have mobility concerns, contact Cabo Sails before booking and ask about boarding and movement aboard the boat.

Gratuities are not included. Since the crew is a major part of the experience, budget for a tip if you feel the service deserves it. The strong service record makes this an important extra cost to remember when comparing the total price.

Who Gets the Most Value From $990

I would recommend this trip most strongly to a group that values privacy. Six people sharing a $990 charter receive a much better per-person value than a couple booking alone. You also avoid the social tradeoff of sharing a boat with strangers.

It is a good fit for:

• Families with children old enough for the equipment rules
• Friends who want snorkeling, drinks, and music in one outing
• Couples who prefer a private boat to a large excursion
• Groups with mixed interest in swimming and sightseeing
• Visitors who want El Arco views without spending a full day at sea

The value is weaker if you only want a quick photo of El Arco. You can find less expensive ways to see the arch, and three hours may feel short if your only goal is a long snorkeling session.

The open bar and meal add real value, but they matter most if your group will use them. If nobody drinks and everyone plans to snorkel for the full outing, you may be paying for inclusions you do not need. On the other hand, a group that wants food, drinks, floating time, and a private crew can make good use of nearly everything included.

The activity is booked an average of 10 days ahead, so I would not leave it until the last minute if your schedule is fixed. It also requires good weather. If poor conditions cancel the trip, you will be offered another date or a full refund.

Booking Details and Cancellation Rules

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted and are not refunded.

The cutoff is based on local Cabo time. Weather cancellations are handled differently: you receive the choice of another date or a full refund.

The activity begins and ends at Cabo Sails in Plaza Gali, at the Cabo San Lucas marina. It is a mobile-ticket experience, and the official language offered is English. The published duration is approximately three hours.

One small detail deserves clarification before you pay: the inclusions list says Towers are not included. That wording is unusual for a boat trip, so ask Cabo Sails what it means. It may be a simple listing error, but it is better to clear up any unclear item before departure.

Should You Book the Sea Amore?

Book it if you have a group of up to six and want one private outing that joins snorkeling, Cabo sightseeing, food, drinks, and floating time. The crew service is the heart of the experience, and the route covers the essential sights around Land’s End without forcing you into a long day.

Think twice if you are traveling alone or as a couple on a tight budget. At $990 per group, the math improves sharply with six people. Also reconsider if you need a guaranteed calm sea or a highly specialized snorkeling tour, since weather and water conditions can shape the plan.

For the right group, this is a polished and flexible way to see Cabo from the water. The best version of the trip is not simply snorkeling at Pelican Rock. It is the combination of a private boat, a helpful crew, a Mexican meal, an open bar, and a well-timed view of El Arco.

FAQ

How long is the snorkeling trip?

The experience lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the tour begin and end?

It begins at Cabo Sails, Calle marina s/n number interior L40, Plaza Gali, Cabo San Lucas, and ends back at the same meeting point.

What sights are included?

The route includes Pelican Rock, El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, Lover’s Beach, Medano Beach, and the Finisterra Rocky Point of Land’s End.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Snorkeling equipment is included for participants age 7 and older. Life vests are provided for participants age 3 and older.

What food and drinks are included?

The outing includes a Mexican combination platter, a fresh fruit and vegetable platter, and a premium open bar.

What happens if the weather cancels the trip?

If poor weather causes a cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time.