Arch of Cabo San Lucas (El Arco)

Q: What are the nearest attractions to Arch of Cabo San Lucas (El Arco)?

Attractions near Arch of Cabo San Lucas (El Arco): Pelican Rock Lover's Beach (Playa del Amor) Land's End

Land's End, Cabo San Lucas, 23410

The basics

Because El Arco is a natural formation that’s accessible only by water, the only way to get close to it is by boat. A number of tours leaving from the Cabo San Lucas marina offer different ways to see the arch. Adventurous travelers can opt for a kayaking and snorkeling tour—or parasail over it! Those looking to relax with friends can sail by it on a catamaran or sailboat, or take an evening cruise that includes dinner and drinks.

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Shared ride to the arch of Cabo San Lucas

290 Reviews

$19.20 per adult

Traveler Favorite

Would definitely recommend.

Nice guide. Short trip. Affordable. Easy excursion. Great photo opportunities. I would recommend this for anyone who doesn’t want to spend hours and hours with a group…but still wants an outing on the water.

Manville_C, May 2023

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LOVED IT!

Angelica_C, May 2023

Private Boat Tour with Snorkeling for 6 pax Cabo San Lucas

Muchísimas gracias Paul y Rodrigo! We found this activity & booked for our last day in Cabo. It was a perfect way to end our trip. Boat itself was super clean & spacious & just so amazing to have all to yourself without any strangers. We brought lunch & drinks, & were able to listen to our own music. Boat had a restroom which was a definite plus. We were taken to the arch, parked to go swimming, & taken around the Bahia. Highly recommend if you are in Cabo!

Definitely a worthwhile experience.

MICHAEL_C, Apr 2023

The Arch Tour with Amazing Captain in Cabo San Lucas

We liked seeing the fish and the information provided by our captain. He was very conscious of our safety and enjoyment. Fun time! Worth it.

Great experience, great operator, would do it again

William_V, Apr 2023

Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

Carlos was very friendly, easy going, and professional. What I loved about this tour more than the relaxing sail and opportunity to see the whales, was the emphasis on education, safety, and respect for the whales. The tour was informative as well as a blast. The drinks and food was delicious and sail was smooth. Would definitely recommend and do it with the same crew again!

Great Experience!!!

Tracy_S, Mar 2023

Private Yacht Cruise in Cabo San Lucas with Open Bar

We had the BEST time with Captain COCO and JARED! Saw so many whales close up and lots of fish while snorkeling. We'll be back on a Social Distanced Charter again soon! The Swartley Family Oregon USA

A++ Whale Watching Experience

Amy_T, Mar 2023

Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

Everything was A+. From the pickup at our hotel to dropoff, everything was A+. The location we met to get checked in and get more information on what to expect was modern, clean and the perfect meeting location. The boat itself was immaculate, the service was outstanding, and we got to see those whales. :) Would definitely use this operator for future water experiences.

Great tour, but can't see through the glass bottom boat

Brian_R, Mar 2023

Shared ride to the arch of Cabo San Lucas

This boat ride was informative and fun with great views of what we paid to see. I'd give it five stars, except that the glass bottom boat had glass that was not clean, so you could barely see through it to the fish below. The tour guide and captain were both great the whole time, and the shared experience with other families was nice.

Beautiful rock formations...

Liz_A, Feb 2023

Glass-Bottom Boat Ride and Snorkel Tour in Cabo San Lucas

Beautiful rock formations and gorgeous waters Fish 🐠 were spectacular And Johnathan and Pepe were both wonderful Very helpful and very attentive on safety

Great Experience!

Anonymous, Feb 2023

Humpback Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas

Clean and organized. Great experience in an small vessel with a biologist on board. Nice pictures of the whole trip were sold at the end. We were very satisfied.

Good value

Jason_F, Jan 2023

Sunset Cruise from Cabo San Lucas

Boat was clean, staff was great, only reason I didn't give it a 5 is captain was more focused on fishing than the cusotmers. Heck, he could have let us reel one in lol

Calm yet exciting ride

Savannah_G, Jan 2023

The Arch Tour with Amazing Captain in Cabo San Lucas

The tour was so lovely. The coordinator Moy I was in contact with was very accommodating and polite. The ride itself was upbeat, the captain was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Would definitely go again. The boat was clean and the captain even offered to take our pictures for us. It was myself and my 2 friends and another group of people a total of about 10 of us including the captain. If you're in Cabo check them out!

BOOK THIS NOW!

Jazlyn_G, Jan 2023

Sunset Cruise with Open bar and Snacks In Cabo San Lucas

YOU HAVE TO BOOK THIS!! This will NOT disappoint! The music, the crew, the drinks, the vibe… it was giving!!! The boat was clean, the staff was helpful, fun & spoke great English which can be hard to find in Mexico. I would do this every night here if i could! You will not regret booking with them

Excellent Experience

Travis_S, Dec 2022

Private Boat Snorkeling all included in Cabo San Lucas 3 hours

The crew was very accommodating, the boat very clean and comfortable. Communications beforehand were prompt and very easy. Will travel on this boat again!

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Things to know before you go

A tour combining a stop at El Arco with different activities—such as a snorkeling tour, a Cabo San Lucas shopping trip, or a tequila tasting—is a great way to sample a variety of what the Cabo San Lucas area has to offer.
Chartering a private boat is another option for seeing the sights.
A glass-bottom boat or kayak enables visitors to see the Sea of Cortez marine life in its natural habitat.
A sunset cruise is a wonderful way to unwind after a long day of sightseeing on land.

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How to get there

El Arco is at the tip of Land’s End, the spit of land running east of Downtown Cabo San Lucas and the marina. It's accessible only by boat, whether on a tour, independently, or via boat taxi.

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When to get there

The tropical climate of Los Cabos makes El Arco delightful to explore year-round, but keep in mind that the area is at its busiest around winter (between November and April) and its rainiest in late summer.

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Marine life around El Arco

Those interested in marine life will enjoy a scuba or snorkeling tour around El Arco. Glass-bottom kayak tours go past colonies of sea lions and plenty of tropical fish on the way to Pelican Rock and Lover’s Beach (Playa del Amor). Larger glass-bottom boat tours offer more about the history of Los Cabos as passengers enjoy sweeping views of Pelican Rock, El Arco, and Land’s End—where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Arch of Cabo San Lucas (El Arco)

The basics

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Things to know before you go

How to get there

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