Cabo San Lucas Travel Guide
Located at the tip of Mexico's Baja Peninsula, Baja California Sur, where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez at the iconic stone arch of Land's End ("El Arco"), Cabo San Lucas (also known simply as "Cabo") is all about non-stop action, hot nightlife, celebrity sightings, gorgeous sunny Medano Beach, world-class sport fishing and spectacular championship golf courses designed by some of the world's most legendary professional golfers.
All of this is complemented by luxurious amenities and the breathtaking natural beauty of turquoise ocean waters and the striking surrounding desert landscape dotted with cacti. While Cabo San Lucas has long been known for its party-loving spirit, the destination has established itself as a luxury getaway spot with incredibly high-end accommodations as well as a family-friendly vacation choice with value-minded options.
In part, Cabo San Lucas has become a hot vacation destination for its convenience; it's just a quick flight from most U.S. cities and English is widely spoken in the resort areas. And of course, there are the luxurious accommodations including magnificent private villa rentals and spectacular resorts. Whether you're planning a stay in an oceanfront vacation rental with family and friends, or are looking for a relaxing getaway in an all-inclusive resort, you're sure to discover the perfect spot for an unforgettable escape in Cabo San Lucas. A favorite for destination weddings, Cabo's outstanding villas and resorts offer the ideal venue for a special celebration, whether it's a dream wedding in paradise, a milestone birthday party, anniversary party, family reunion or other special event.
The city's action is centered around Cabo's world-class marina where beautiful luxury yachts dock and fishing charters head out in search of marlin, dorado, tuna and other big-game species. In the surrounding downtown streets you'll find a lively scene teeming with restaurants, nightclubs and shops selling everything from handmade souvenirs to designer clothing. And for people watching, nothing beats Cabo's beautifully swimmable Médano Beach where you can sip a margarita with your toes in the sand at one of the beachfront restaurants or clubs. Médano Beach is also a great spot to hop on a jet ski. To visit Cabo's famous El Arco and postcard-perfect Lover's Beach, it's easy to catch a water taxi or glass-bottom boat from the marina or Médano beach. A sunset cruise in Cabo is another great way to view the stone arch.
Top Vacation Rentals in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
A villa rental is a perfect choice for families and groups in Cabo San Lucas, offering exceptional privacy and vacation value. A villa can also be an excellent choice for a destination wedding or other special celebration. Vacation rentals in Cabo offer you the comforts of home with many luxurious extras, as well as ocean views, private pools, and a host of amenities to make your stay unforgettable.
All-Inclusive Resorts in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo's luxury resorts line the warm sands of Médano Beach as well as the long stretch of Pedregal and Solmar beaches facing the Pacific. Many guests enjoy the convenience of an all-inclusive resort vacation. All-inclusive resorts offer a variety of gourmet international dining options, with dining, beverages and some activities included in the nightly rate.
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Top Activities in Los Cabos
There's no excuse for boredom with the sensational variety of tours and activities in Cabo San Lucas. Whether it's parasailing, snorkeling, a desert off-road adventure, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, whale watching, scuba diving along a coral reef, or golfing some of the world's most beautiful courses, there's something for everyone.
Enjoy a scenic, one-hour drive up the Pacific Coast to the quaint, intriguing little town of Todos Santos. You'll visit a variety of unique art galleries, colorful boutique shops and outstanding restaurants. Todos Santos has a rich and vibrant history dating to its Spanish mission days and its history as a sugar mill town. This tour is provided through Daytrips, a division of TransCabo Tours.
Located in Cabo San Lucas, the Manta Scuba Diving program provides outstanding services and a close-up view of Cabo's unspoiled underwater beauty. Their highly trained team provides scuba diving certification classes, equipment rentals and a full range of diving tours to the most famous sites in Los Cabos, including Cabo Pulmo, the Gordo Banks, Pelican Rock, Land's End, Santa Maria Bay, Chileno Bay and more.
Tu Enamorado Yacht is a beautifully crafted sailboat of unsurpassed quality, comfort and performance. Nothing compares to sailing against the sun and breeze while taking in the scenic view of the Sea of Cortez and magnificent rock formations. Enjoy an exceptional luxury sailing experience aboard this breathtaking vessel as you take in the stunning sights.
Fishing Charters in Cabo San Lucas
The waters around Cabo San Lucas provide some of the finest fishing in the world with a variety of species and year-round abundance of marlin. In fact, Cabo has earned the title of "Marlin Capital of the World" for its outstanding populations of striped, black and blue marlin. A sportfishing trip to Cabo is adventure travel indeed! Charter boats provide an excellent way to tackle the true Los Cabos fishing experience. Anglers can also try their hands at catching a prize dorado (mahi-mahi), wahoo, roosterfish, tuna and other species. A number of prestigious fishing tournaments take place in Cabo San Lucas each year drawing international competitors with large cash prizes. We work with an outstanding local fishing charter fleet with over 40 years of experience offering expert captains, crews and a variety of vessels to meet your fishing needs in Cabo.
Our Top Restaurant Picks
Cabo San Lucas is becoming a true foodie destination offering everything from authentic Baja fish tacos in local eateries to gourmet dining with celebrity chefs and farm-to-table organic restaurants. You'll discover that you can eat your way through Cabo while sampling international cuisines in a variety of breathtaking scenic ocean-view restaurants. Freshly caught local seafood is always a highlight in Cabo's restaurants. However, whatever your dining preference, you'll find countless outstanding options in Cabo San Lucas. Be sure to enjoy one of the area's many oceanfront restaurants.
Plaza Bonita, east side, behind Olé Olé.
Tel. 144-4554
Enjoy creative sushi surrounded by local and international art. In addition to the expertly prepared sushi and sashimi, you can also enjoy tempura, yakitori, teriyaki and rice bowls. Well-stocked bar with good selection of sakes and Japanese beers. The lobster curry is spectacular. Indoor and outdoor dining. Open daily 11am - 11pm.
Paseo Marina Local # 1, Cabo San Lucas
(624) 143-8799
Enjoy delicious ramen, dan dan, wonton soup, poke and a variety of creative noodle dishes at the new Cabo San Lucas location of the popular San Francisco-based Chubby Noodle restaurant.
Multiple locations: Cabo San Lucas: Medano Beach, on the rooftop of Corazon Cabo Beach Resort; San Jose del Cabo: in the Art District of San Jose del Cabo
San Jose del Cabo: 146-9995 Cabo San Lucas: 143-9199 ext. 2026
A hit with visitors and locals alike, Baja Brewing Company serves up excellent, finely-crafted beers and refined pub fare in a casually elegant (and fun) setting. The San Jose del Cabo location is situated in the heart of the historic district while the Cabo San Lucas restaurant boasts a dramatic setting atop the Corazon Cabo Beach Resort with magnificent vistas of the marina and Sea of Cortez. Enjoy mesquite-fired pizzas, designer burgers, upscale takes on comfort classics, perfect steaks and creative seafood specialties. The artisan beers include “CABOTELLA”, a German-style lager, and “Cactus Wheat,” a Bavarian-style Weissbier. When you’re finished enjoying a fantastic meal and sampling the great beers, be sure to check out their fun logo wear featuring the Baja Brewing donkey.