Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas on 35′ Sea Amore Trimaran

The best part of this Cabo excursion is the mix of snorkeling and sightseeing. You can swim at Pelican Rock in the Cabo San Lucas Bay National Marine Park, then settle back with a drink as the trimaran passes Lover’s Beach, Medano Beach, Finisterra, and El Arco.

I like two things here. First, the boat is private for your group, so you can set the pace instead of following a large crowd. Second, the food and premium open bar are included, along with paddle boards and a large floating mat. The main consideration is price: $990 is a serious outlay for three hours, though it can make sense when divided among six people.

Key points at a glance

• Private 35-foot Sea Amore trimaran: Your group alone takes part, with space for up to six people.
• Pelican Rock snorkeling: Equipment is included for ages 7 and older, while life vests are provided for ages 3 and older.
• Classic Cabo sights: The route includes Lover’s Beach, Medano Beach, Finisterra Rocky Point, and El Arco.
• 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 let you spend part of the trip on the water or simply cruise.
• Flexible weather policy: Poor weather can lead to a different date or a full refund, while cancellations made less than 24 hours ahead are not refunded.

A Private Trimaran in Cabo’s Main Bay

This is not a basic boat transfer with a quick swim added. It is a private outing built around three hours on the water, with snorkeling, food, drinks, and time to enjoy the coast.

You meet Cabo Sails at the marina in Plaza Gali, in central Cabo San Lucas. The precise meeting address is Calle Marina s/n, interior number L40, Plaza Gali. The trip returns to the same meeting point, which keeps the logistics simple if you are staying near the marina or arranging your own ride there.

The Sea Amore is a 35-foot trimaran. A trimaran has three hulls, giving the boat a broad platform that suits a small private group. The capacity is up to six people, so the boat is best for a family, two couples, or a small group of friends who want room to move around without sharing the outing with strangers.

The three-hour length is useful. You get enough time for a proper stop at Pelican Rock and a coastal cruise, but this is still a half-day activity rather than a full-day commitment. You can combine it with an afternoon at the beach, dinner in town, or another Cabo activity.

Pelican Rock: The Main Water Stop

Pelican Rock is the swimming and snorkeling stop in the Cabo San Lucas Bay National Marine Park, near Lover’s Beach. This is the part of the trip to focus on if you care most about getting in the water.

Snorkeling equipment is included for people age 7 and older. Life vests are included for people age 3 and older. That age distinction matters for families: younger children can have flotation support, but the supplied snorkeling equipment is not listed for children under seven.

You can snorkel for the full water stop, or split your time between swimming, paddle boarding, floating on the large water mat, and relaxing aboard the trimaran. I like that choice. Not everyone in a group wants the same amount of time in the water, and this setup lets stronger swimmers and casual swimmers enjoy the stop together.

The trip requires good weather. That is not a minor footnote for a water outing. Wind and sea conditions can affect how comfortable the ride and snorkeling feel. If Cabo Sails cancels because of poor weather, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Bring a practical attitude about snorkeling conditions. The trip promises access to Pelican Rock and the marine park, but no underwater wildlife list or visibility guarantee is provided. You go for the chance to see the bay from the water, not for a guaranteed wildlife encounter.

Cruising Past Lover’s Beach and El Arco

The sightseeing is almost as important as the swim. The route takes in Lover’s Beach, Medano Beach, Finisterra Rocky Point, and El Arco, Cabo’s famous Land’s End arch.

Lover’s Beach sits near the meeting point of the bay and the open Pacific. From the boat, you get a view that is very different from arriving on the sand. The water gives you a clean look at the rocky coast and the meeting point of Cabo’s best-known beaches.

El Arco is the photographic prize. This pale rock formation at Land’s End is Cabo’s signature landmark, and seeing it from the water gives you the right angle for photographs. The boat may also time the cruise around sunset when that fits the booking, as some departures include sunset viewing. Do not assume every three-hour trip is a sunset sailing, though. Check the departure time when you book.

Finisterra Rocky Point adds another layer to the ride. Cabo is not only about beaches and cocktails. The southern tip is a dramatic meeting of rock, sea, and open horizon, and the view from a small private boat feels more personal than a quick glimpse from shore.

Medano Beach provides a look at Cabo’s best-known beachfront area from the bay. The contrast is useful: you see the busy beach zone, the quiet rock formations, and the arch on the same outing.

Food, Open Bar, and Time on Deck

The included food makes this easier to treat as a self-contained outing. You receive a Mexican combination platter, plus fresh fruit and vegetables. The food described in the trip’s operating details and guest experiences includes items such as chips, salsa, guacamole, and machaca.

That is a good fit for a mid-day cruise or a late afternoon on the water. You do not need to plan a separate meal during the three-hour trip, though you should not mistake the included platter for a full restaurant meal. The amount and exact menu can vary, and the available details do not promise a particular dish list for every departure.

The premium open bar is another major part of the value. Drinks are included rather than charged one by one, which makes the private format easier to enjoy without keeping a running tally. Guests have also been able to connect music by Bluetooth on some outings, but treat that as a crew-dependent perk rather than a formal feature.

The crew receives especially strong praise for friendliness, attention, and safety. Names associated with individual outings include Carlos, Oliver, Roberto, Juan, Luis, Alejandro, Javier, Enrique, Eduardo, Gustavo, Andres, Pablo, Captain K, and Charlie. You will not necessarily have the same crew, but these names give you a sense of the personal service style Cabo Sails aims for.

Several crew members are described as joining the snorkeling, helping less eager swimmers into the water, and keeping an eye on safety. That can matter if your group includes first-time snorkelers. Still, you remain responsible for following instructions and using the provided life vest when appropriate.

Paddle Boards and the Large Water Mat

The two paddle boards give you another way to use the stop. If you have already snorkeled enough, you can paddle, float, or stay on deck with a drink while the rest of your group swims.

The large water mat is useful for mixed groups. It gives children and adults a way to lounge on the water without committing to snorkeling. It also keeps the trip from feeling like a single-activity excursion. You are not forced to spend every minute looking below the surface.

The supplied details do not state how long the boat anchors at Pelican Rock or how time is divided between the water and sightseeing. That is normal for a small private trip, where conditions and group preferences can shape the schedule. If snorkeling is your top goal, say so to the crew at the start.

What $990 Means for Your Group

The listed price is $990 per group of up to six people. That works out to $165 per person if six people share the boat. For four people, it becomes $247.50 per person, and for two people, the price is $495 per person.

That math is the key to deciding. For six people, the private boat, food, open bar, water equipment, and three hours of sightseeing create a fairer comparison with other private charters. For a couple, the same price is much harder to justify unless privacy is the main reason for booking.

You also avoid some common add-on costs because snorkeling equipment, life vests, paddle boards, the water mat, food, and drinks are included. Crew gratuities are not included, so budget separately for a tip if the service meets your expectations.

There is one confusing line in the operating information: Towers are listed as not included. No explanation is supplied, so I would ask Cabo Sails what that means before booking if it matters to you. Do not assume every possible onboard extra is covered by the $990 rate.

Who Will Get the Most From This Trip

I would choose this for a small group that values privacy and wants several Cabo experiences in one outing. It suits people who want to snorkel but also want a comfortable cruise, food, drinks, beach views, and time on a floating mat.

Families can benefit from the flexible format, especially with life vests available for children age 3 and older. Children under seven are not listed as receiving snorkeling equipment, so confirm your plans if younger children are central to the outing.

It also fits a group celebrating a birthday, reunion, or special holiday. A private trimaran feels more personal than a shared catamaran, and the crew’s attentive service is a big part of the appeal.

I would think twice if your only goal is serious snorkeling. The experience is built as a combined cruise, not a dedicated long swim session. I would also compare prices carefully if your group has fewer than four people.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The meeting point is near public transportation. The activity is offered in English.

Booking, Weather, and Cancellation Details

Confirmation arrives when you book, and the trip is commonly reserved about 10 days ahead. I would not leave it until the last minute if your Cabo dates are fixed.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes inside that window are not accepted.

Poor weather is handled differently. If Cabo Sails cancels the outing because conditions are unsafe or unsuitable, you receive a choice of another date or a full refund. That policy protects you from losing the full fare when the operator decides the sea is not fit for the trip.

The tour ends back at the marina meeting point. You will need to arrange your own way to Cabo Sails at Plaza Gali unless your separate hotel or transport plans cover that part.

Should You Book the Sea Amore?

Book it if you have up to six people and want a private Cabo day on the water with food, drinks, snorkeling, and famous coastal views in one package. The strongest reasons are the private setting, flexible use of the boat, and the crew’s attentive approach to food, safety, and time in the water.

Skip it if you are a couple on a tight budget, or if you want an all-day marine excursion with a long, focused snorkeling session. For the right-sized group, though, the $990 rate becomes much easier to defend. Ask about the meaning of Towers, confirm whether your preferred departure is timed for sunset, and tell the crew how much snorkeling your group wants before you leave the marina.

FAQ

How long is the snorkeling trip?

The experience lasts approximately three hours.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers one private group of up to six people. Only your group participates.

Where does the tour begin and end?

You meet Cabo Sails at Calle Marina s/n, interior number L40, Plaza Gali, in central Cabo San Lucas. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

Where does the snorkeling take place?

Snorkeling takes place at Pelican Rock in the Cabo San Lucas Bay National Marine Park near Lover’s Beach.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

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

What food and drinks are included?

The trip includes a Mexican combination platter, a fresh fruit and vegetable platter, and a premium open bar. Chips, salsa, guacamole, and machaca are among the food items associated with the onboard meal.

What sights will I see from the boat?

The route includes Finisterra Rocky Point of Land’s End, Lover’s Beach, Medano Beach, and El Arco, also called Land’s End Arch.

What happens if I need to cancel?

You receive a full refund when you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund. If poor weather causes Cabo Sails to cancel, you are offered another date or a full refund.