The 15 Best Private Snorkeling Charters in Los Cabos

1.Cabo San Lucas All-Inclusive Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $2,200 per boat (seats 14)Our pick

Take a private three-hour catamaran cruise from Cabo San Lucas to El Arco, Playa de los Amantes, and Medano Beach. Your crew provides snorkeling gear, four paddle boards, two kayaks, a floating mat, lunch, soft drinks, and an open bar. During December through March, the route includes whale watching when conditions allow.

“High school graduation celebration trip with Moms and Sons. We had a wonderful time on the catamaran and the staff were amazing. Thank you for a memorable time! Jenelle H.”

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2.Cabo San Lucas Three Hour Private Boat Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $1,200 per boat (seats 12)

Sail privately from Cabo San Lucas with Cabo Blue, passing El Arco and Lover’s Beach before stopping at Santa Maria Bay. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, or relax on a floating mat while the crew serves lunch and an unlimited open bar. The boat holds up to 12 for the listed rate, with larger groups accepted by arrangement.

“As a group activity, it's a blast! 5 friends spending the morning together eating, drinking and enjoying a beautiful time in the bay. The crew was exceptional. They took care of our every need. Would highly recommend.”

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3.Cabo San Lucas Private 38 ft Sailing Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 183 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $750 per boat (seats 4)

Spend about three hours on a private 38-foot sailboat in Cabo with your own captain and mate. Visit El Arco, Lovers Beach, and Pelican Rock, then swim, snorkel, paddleboard, or sail as conditions allow. Drinks, snacks, bottled water, and snorkel gear are included. Captains such as Gabriel, David, Angel, and Alexis have earned praise for attentive service.

“Very relaxing and the most accommodating crew. Perfect way to spend several hours on the water. I highly recommend the private tour.”

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4.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $950 per boat (seats 10)

Sail privately from Cabo San Lucas with your own group aboard a catamaran. Danny and the crew tailor the route, serve snacks and unlimited drinks, and provide snorkeling gear, paddleboards, and a large floating pad. Expect Santa Maria Bay, the arch, sea lions, possible whales, and a return to the marina after about three hours.

“Awesome trip! Danny is the man. He and the crew did an amazing job. They were attentive through the entire trip. Drinks did not stay empty for long and they anticipated everyone's needs”

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5.Private Luxury 42ft Sailing with Snorkeling in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $990 per boat (seats 4)

Take a private three-hour sailing trip from Cabo San Lucas for up to four people. Your crew guides you to Pelican Rock for snorkeling, then past El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and the sea lion colony. Lunch, snacks, beer, wine, soft drinks, and equipment are included. Ask about longer sailing or special occasions when you book.

“Captain Gary and First Mate Pedro were wonderful! The sail boat, Synergy, was awesome. Our trip was fun, exciting and beautiful! Booking the trip was easy and all directions were clear and precise. We would definitely recommend this trip and would love to take it again one day.”

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6.Private Yacht Cruise 4 Hour- Snorkeling & Paddle Boarding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four hours on a private yacht from Cabo San Lucas with your own group and crew. Cruise past the Arch and sea lion colonies, then stop at Santa Maria or Chileno Bay for swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and possible fishing. Lewis, Eli, Jorge, Leo, and other crew members have led recent outings. Drinks, water, towels, gear, and snacks are included.

“We had a great family day snorkeling and paddle boarding, as well as viewing the sea lion colony off Lovers Beach. Great crew with Leo, Janet and Abby. They prepared a wonderful ceviche lunch and the service was unparalleled. Boat was new and super clean. This was a 10+ day. Highly recommend”

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7.Private Snorkeling Tour in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from Cabo San Lucas on a private boat with a captain and professional PADI guide. The 2-hour trip focuses on Pelican Rock and the marine park, while the 4-hour option adds the Arch, Santa Maria Bay, and Chileno Bay. Equipment, snacks, drinks, and park fees are included.

“We went with a family of 7 and the youngest was 10 years old, the oldest in her 70’s. It was amazing and insightful. We were on a time restraint due to our Carnival Cruise and they took great care of us. Our tour guide, Maria, was amazing!! She took great care of my kids. If I ever come back to Cabo I will book again with Maria.”

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8.Private Luxury Pontoon Boat, Snorkel, Arch, Sunset & byond

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $260

Spend about two hours aboard a private luxury tritoon in Cabo San Lucas Bay and along the Pacific side. Your captain guides you past the Arch, Lover’s Beach, Divorce Beach, and the sea lion colony, with time for swimming, snorkeling, or relaxing if conditions and timing allow. Pickup, drinks, equipment, and live commentary are included.

“Loved the snorkeling, the leaping manta rays, the arch, lovers beach and the sea lions. Don’t forget to bring your own towel!”

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9.Private yacht charter for cruising & snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $1,190 per boat (seats 6)

You’ll spend about three hours aboard a private Cabo Sails yacht for up to six people, with stops near El Arco and Pelican Rock. Snorkeling gear, Mexican appetizers, premium drinks for adults 21 and older, one paddle board, and a floating mat are included. Crew members such as Heron, Luis, Tony, and Charlie have hosted past departures.

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10.Private Glass bottom Kayak and snorkel at two Bays

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

Start with hotel pickup or meet at Plaza Gali, then launch a tandem glass-bottom kayak from Santa María Beach. Paddle toward Chileno Bay with a private guide, snorkel for about an hour, and return by air-conditioned vehicle. Early starts bring calmer water. Minimum age is 6, and tandem kayaks hold up to 425 pounds.

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11.Private Los Cabos snorkeling tour to Chileno bay and Santa Maria cove

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125Best value

Swim from the shore at Santa Maria Cove and Chileno Bay with a private guide such as Marco or Maury. You get gear, wetsuit, water, snacks, and optional pickup from Cabo’s tourist area. Expect about an hour at each beach, colorful fish, possible turtles and rays, and no boat ride.

“We had a great time snorkeling with Marco. He was very patient and reassuring with a few who hadn’t snorkeled much. Highly recommend him! Saw lots of colorful fish and a turtle!”

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12.Private Guided Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $575 per boat (seats 6)

Meet Cabo Private Guide at Plaza Nautica for a private, three-hour snorkeling outing led by qualified professionals. You’ll use provided gear, swim among tropical fish, stop for a family photo at El Arco, and receive a Google Drive link with underwater photos. Snacks and drinking water in reusable containers are included.

“It is a very enriching experience, the humanism of the whole team makes you have a unique and VIP experience.Auto-translated”

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13.Private Yacht Ultimate Fishing and Snorkeling Adventure – 6 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $699

Spend six hours aboard a private yacht from Cabo San Lucas, combining fishing, snorkeling, swimming, paddle boarding, and stops at El Arco, Santa Maria, and Chileno Bay. Omar and Jorge have been praised for attentive service, fresh snacks, an open bar, and even cooking a mahi mahi catch onboard.

“Five stars are not enough! B O O K this N O W!!!! The liberty captain & crew are amazing!!! They are still passionate about fishing, get excited, and make the experience fun! They were in a hurry to beat the crowd to the fish, but in no rusRead more”

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14.Private Paddleboard and snorkel at the arch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

Paddle from the beach to El Arco with a private guide, then snorkel for about 40 minutes at Pelican Rock among tropical fish and possible sea lions. Guides such as Fernando, Alan, Pedro, Hugo, and Marco have led this outing. Round-trip transport, boards, snorkel gear, water, and snacks are included.

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15.Private Customized Tritoon Boat rental, Snorkeling, Sunset.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $550

Take the private Precious Toon from Cabo San Lucas Marina with an experienced captain, then set the pace. Choose a bay ride, Land’s End, snorkeling at Neptune’s Finger or Pelican’s Rock, swimming near Lover’s Beach, whale watching in season, or a Pacific sunset. Pickup, drinks, gear, and a private boat are included, with snacks and dock fees extra.

“From start to finish this was an amazing excursion. After booking, our cruise ship changed the day we were in port and then changed the time twice. The tour operators accommodated all changes very quickly. We were met at the port, quickly taken to the boat in an air conditioned van, and was escorted to our boat. For about an hour our guide showed us around the rock formations while giving history and pointing out interesting configurations. He then took us to a fantastic snorkeling spot where we had another hour of time in the water. We enjoyed everything about the tour and especially appreciated having the boat to ourselves.…”

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