The Best Things to do in Cabo San Lucas – Tours and Activities

So many Things to do in Cabo San Lucas, so little time!

Cabo San Lucas is an ever evolving Tourist destination with something for everyone.  Whether you’re looking for a super relaxing vacation just lounging by the pool, or the perfect high energy adrenaline fix, you’re sure to find some amazing things to do in Cabo San Lucas.

I originally came for the SCUBA Diving, however found that there is so much more to see and do.  If fell in love with the destination for all the other amazing things to do in Cabo San Lucas.  We made it home over the years and have found it the perfect place for kids, with such an array of kids activities opening all the time.

Check out some of our favorite things to do in Cabo San Lucas!

ATV Tours

ATV Tours in Cabo are one of our favorite things to do in Cabo San Lucas.  With a huge variety of companies offering a wide variety of tours, you’re sure to find one that suits your desires.

Recently the Polaris RZR burst onto the scene, offering an exciting new experience in off-road fun for those looking for something new to do in Cabo.

With Razor tours for kids also on offer, your 8yo can be driving their very own car on their on tours, whilst you enjoy your own adrenaline filled ATV or Razor tour.

Whether you’re an old pro or you’re a first timer, Cabo San Lucas offers an ATV & Razor Tours that will surely have you talking.

Zip Lines, Bungee Jumping, Tarzan Swing

Get your adrenaline fix racing from one side of the canyon to the other at speeds up to 70km/hr on the awesome Zip Lines Los Cabos has to offer.  Try a Bungee Jump, Giant Swing, Abseil Experience and so much more.

Los Cabos offers a variety of companies who offer very different Zip-Line tours, to help you get your adrenaline fix.  Try the Pure Zip-Line tour over vast canyons, or the shorter combined Zip & Swing, or Zip and Abseil tours.  These tours are sure to get the blood pumping whilst you are here in Los Cabos.

If you have never Bungee Jumped before, why not try it after a Zip Line experience, and make a day of high adrenaline tour experience.  Capture it on GoPro for a lifelong memory.

Probably the most Extreme Things to do in Cabo San Lucas

Book your Zip, Bungee, Swing NOW!  Now would be a good time to SCREAM!!

Swimming with the Dolphins

For many, the opportunity to swim with the dolphins in their natural habitat is a dream, for a lucky few it has been a reality.  Dolphins fascinate and excite us due to their incredible intelligence and grace.  We’ve all seen images of these amazing animals doing jumps and flips.

Now is the time to try it first hand.  Los Cabos hosts a variety of options for you to get up close and personal with a dolphin in your stay in cabo.  If you’ve been trying to think of ‘things to do in Cabo San Lucas‘, you could enjoy few hours learning about these fascinating creatures

Let these Dolphins give you the ride of a lifetime.  You’ll have the chance to interact at a variety of levels, depending on the option you choose.  Book your Dolphin Adventure Now!

SportFishing

SportFishing in Los Cabos is a ‘Must do’ for so many.  Cabo San Lucas was built on this industry and continues to thrive.  Excellent fishing is available all Year round.

The water of the Pacific Ocean meet with the Sea of Cortez, creating something very special.  A huge variety of species patrol the waters around Los Cabos, which means something is always biting.

Since the 50’s and probably even before, fishermen have been coming in droves to these abundant waters to enjoy some time on the water.  Over the years, Cabo San Lucas has become one of the most popular fishing destinations in the world.

Whether you’re looking for a panga, just to get you out on the water, or 100ft Luxury fishing vessel, Cabo has the Fishing Charter for you.

The area is known for its fantastic Marlin, Tuna and Dorado Bites, even though the fishing doesn’t stop there.  Los Cabos region has such a huge variety of fish to choose from that it has become a bucket list location to many anglers around the world.

With your choice of Deep Sea or Inshore fishing right on the doorstep, make sure you don’t miss your day on the water.  Inshore bottom fishing and shore fishing can bring snapper, grouper, sierra, Roosterfish and more. Whereas the offshore fishing offers Blue, Black and Striped Marlin, Sailfish, Swordfish, Tuna, Dorado, Wahoo, Shark and other species.

The area promotes conservation and in particular Catch and Release of Billfish and Shark, allowing anglers to come back year after year to enjoy this spectacular fishing destination.

Several world class tournaments are held each year, including the Bisbee Black and Blue (in October, with a multi-million dollar prize pool) and the Western Outdoor News Tuna Jackpot (Held in November).

Book NOW for a great day out.  Sport fishing is one of the most popular Things to do in Cabo San Lucas.

Golf

The southern tip of the Baja is quickly becoming a golfing Mecca.  Near perfect weather and a huge variety of courses makes Los Cabos the perfect golfing getaway location.

With 12 courses currently open (2 private) in Los Cabos, another 2 in La Paz, plus at least 4 more planned for the next few years, there is plenty of variety.  With a mix of Public, Private and Semi-Private, there’s something for everyone.

Several world class designers have been involved in producing some spectacular golf courses in the area, including Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, Robert Trent Jones Jr, Tom Fazio, Tom Weiskopf, Davis Love III and even Tiger Woods opened his first course here.

The terrain and climate has given these designers an opportunity to create some very distinct and spectacular golf courses.  From wide arroyos, to ocean inlets, mountain chasms to rolling hills, there’s bound to be a course to your liking.

The nice part about playing different golf course every day in Cabo San Lucas is that every one feels so different from the previous one, however each course still lets you know you’re right near the ocean.

Make sure to add Golf to your list of Things to do in Cabo San Lucas

Book Now for your round of golf in Paradise.

Whale Watching

During the season (Dec15 – April 15), whale watching is one of the most popular Things to do in Cabo San Lucas.  With a variety of whales passing by, and their proximity to shore, whale watching safaris are a Tour that should not be missed.

Further north, Bahia Magdalena is known for it’s tranquil safe waters and the Gray whales.  Whales come here every year to give birth and to spend the first month or so of their lives.  A shallow bay, this area seems to be a safe haven for these impressive creatures.

Whales in Bahia Magdalena are famous for their curiosity, coming right up to the boat.  Often times, especially later in the season, you may be one of the lucky few to touch a Gray whale.  Tours can be organized from Cabo to Bahia Magdalena by small plane, or you can drive the 5 hours.

Whale Watching Tours in Cabo San Lucas put you so close to the action, offering such an amazing experience, it’s no wonder people keep coming back for more.

Such a huge variety of Tour options have sprung up over the years and everybody has their favourite.  Everything from the small sailing tours, the large party vessels, private charters of all sizes and varieties, plus the most popular Zodiac High Speed boats.  It doesn’t matter which way you decide to go, you’ll soon realize why Whale Watching is one of the Things do Cabo San Lucas.

Scuba Diving

Definitely not the most well known location in Mexico for SCUBA Diving, this definitely rates in our ‘Things to do in Cabo San Lucas’.  The southern Baja offers some spectacular locations for Scuba.  While the water in the Caribbean is consistently clearer and warmer and Cozumel is known for its walls, drift diving and Cenotes, the southern Baja has so much to offer.

The fact that our water is not so clear, only goes to show it is much more nutrient rich, leading to a greater quantity of fish.

Cabo Pulmo for example is packed with such a variety of fish, that sometimes you just want to push them out of the road to see what’s behind them.  In better times, you would see schooling hammerheads regularly off Gordo Banks, we still have a huge variety of creatures to see on every dive.  Schooling rays and whale sounds are not uncommon in their season.

Lands End offer some great wall dives, whilst San Jose has some almost untouched dive sites offering a variety of dive experiences for divers of every level.

Book your Dive trip NOW to enjoy one of the other Great Things to do in Cabo San Lucas.

Horseback Riding & Camel Riding

One of the most popular things to do in Cabo San Lucas is horseback riding on the beach at sunset.

If you’re staying at a beachside property, you could almost guarantee that near the end of the day someone will appear with horses.  Many of these horses don’t look particularly well cared for and as such we recommend taking your horseback riding tour a little further away from home.

Being a Desert area, Camels seem like a great idea.  These amazing animals offer an experience of a lifetime.  Hop on the back of one of these spectacular creatures and imagine yourself wandering through the deserts of Egypt.

You can find a variety of Camel Riding tours in Los Cabos, including canyon tours and Beach tours.  For something really different, try a Combo ATV and Camel Tour.

With so many things to do in Cabo San Lucas, it’s hard to find the time to do what you planned to do…  RELAX!  Some of the best things to do in Los Cabos are exactly that.  Baja California Sur offers a near perfect weather all year round, plus an amazing quantity of beaches to laze back on.  While you’re there, check out the Parasailing, SUP rentals, Waverunners and more of our Beach Activities.

Let us know your favourite tours, activities and things to do in Cabo an Lucas by leaving a comment below.  Ensure to include your favourite Things to do in Cabo San Lucas.