Weekend in Cabo San Lucas

Our Local Expert Says:

Best Collection Of Adventure Tours.

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Cabo Expeditions is one of the better adventure companies in Cabo, and has a wide variety of tours and eco-adventures, including whale watching (seasonal), swimming with whale sharks, parasailing, a hybrid between snorkeling and scuba diving called snuba, helmet diving, snorkel trips to Chileno and Santa Maria Bays, day trips to Isla Espiritu Santo off the coast of La Paz, and city tours around Cabo San Lucas. One of the best things about this menu of land and water based activities is that they cover a wide swath of Baja California Sur, and give visitors a very good idea of the area's diversity. Among the cooler tours are the those with helmet diving and whale sharks. Sea Trek developed helmet diving, which in updated and slimmed down version of the gigantic helmets one associates with early scuba divers. Without any dive training, you can walk along the ocean floor and have a dive-like experience surrounded by the abundant local marine life. Swimming with whale sharks is a little scary, but well worthwhile. The sharks are gentle, but they are also enormous and generally provide swimmers with a nice burst of adrenaline.

Our Local Expert Says:

Although Lover's beach is beautiful due to it's rock formations it is a bit of a difficult trip due to the fact that you can only get here by boat and disembarking from the panga can be difficult especially for children or older visitors. Make sure you make a note of who which boat you came on and what time you told him to return for you. Otherwise they may charge you again for the return trip.

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Frequently pictured in brochures of Cabo, this is the beach next to the famous rock arch formation, Arch of Poseidon, at Land's End. Water taxis wait for your signal to deliver you to this famous beach. Just a rock wall (and a matter of yards) from the Pacific Ocean, this area is sheltered from the pounding waves. Named for its romantic and semi-remote area, it's rarely unpopulated enough to feel particularly romantic. Snorkelers tend to prefer the viewing at the eastern end of the beach.

Our Local Expert Says:

Most recognizable local landmark.

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San Lucas is famous for the rock formations at Land's End that form a protective barrier for Bahia San Lucas, as well as signifying the point where the Sea of Cortez and Pacific Ocean meet. The most famous of these is undoubtedly El Arco, the arch, that is used as a sort of movie shorthand for Cabo in the same way the Brooklyn Bridge is used for New York. It is the signature feature of the town and, in fact, the entire area. However, there are many other rock formations of interest at Land's End. Pelican Rock and Neptune's Finger both have good dive locations nearby. Scooby Doo is so named because of its resemblance to the cartoon canine. Additionally, there is a sea lion colony situated at the small Los Frailes islets, and excellent swimming and diving near Lover's Beach. Divorce Beach on the Pacific side is five times as wide and features beautiful views, although swimming there is exceedingly dangerous. To get a closer look at these formations, you will need to take a panga (water taxi) out, or observe from any of the local boating excursions, just about all of which make Land's End a focal point of their tours.

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A rather strange arrangement exists between two restaurants in Cabo. Mama's Royal Cafe and Felix's share the same space, just not at the same time. If you come to this address in the morning you will be eating at Mama's, yet, in the afternoon it becomes Felix's. Whatever the arrangement, the food will keep you coming back. Ten shrimp dishes, Jumbo Burritos, Fajitas and terrific Chile Rellenos are just the tip of what is served. Salads like the Spinach and Shrimp or hot entrees such as the Chicken Monterey are other examples. A full bar is offered.

Our Local Expert Says:

Look for the skeleton of the grey whale.

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Just two blocks north of downtown and the marina is this lovely pocket of Mexican culture. The park has a lovely gazebo, many shade trees and benches where locals will rest for a few moments in the heat of the day. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the beauty of this place before stepping into the Museum de Californias next door, or the historic 1746 mission church, Iglesia de San Lucas. Nearby Mexican restaurants Mi Casa and Pancho's are both excellent choices.

Our Local Expert Says:

Unique artwork and truly a piece of Mexico. This unique style is guaranteed to capture your imagination.

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Continuing with their traditions of artwork and lifestyle, the Huichol Indians practice the traditional art of beading, by first creating a form of an animal, then covering it with wax that they set lines of beads into. The unique finished product is always very bright and colorful. This small museum has a Huichol spokesperson on-site to answer questions, as well as other staff to guide you through the exhibits of lifestyle and artwork of this group of indigenous people.

Our Local Expert Says:

Upscale Japanese. Beautifully presented. They will deliver.

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If you are a fan of Japanese barbecue and Sushi, then consider this place. It is a fairly new establishment here and it has already become a favorite. The restaurant has an indoor and outdoor seating area plus a separate bar area for those interested in getting silly on Saki. The prices are moderate to expensive. The crowd is upscale and the meals are timed, so plan on enjoying the view and drinks before eating.

Our Local Expert Says:

This is one of the first dive shops in the Cabo area and a truly experts at their trade. Very dependable.

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Dive into Cabo with this full-service dive and rental shop. The staff handles everything including horseback rides, kayak trips, boat trips, quad runners and more, but their specialty is diving and snorkeling. Each tour comes with all the diving essentials plus transportation, drinks and a bilingual guide. Take one of its classes if you want to learn to dive while in Cabo.

Our Local Expert Says:

The AT tour may not be the best for kids, but Xplora has many different tours that are great for the whole family.

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Just recently opened to the public is this series of inter-connected trails through the Cabo Real natural reserve. It's a desert park tour on an ATV that runs from the ocean to the base of the mountain range. Don't fret if you've never ridden a four-wheeler, the staff will teach you. Some of the things you will see are natural waterfalls and canyons and a vast variety of botanical jungle and desert life. Many other tours are offered as well including walking tours, boat rides, whale watching cruises and more.