If you are staying in San José del Cabo, the Corridor or the East Cape, departing from Puerto Los Cabos is the most convenient way to get out on the ocean. This guide explains what makes the marina a good base, what kinds of boat experiences leave from here, and how to choose the right one for your group.
Where is Puerto Los Cabos Marina?
Puerto Los Cabos is a marina and resort community on the coast of San José del Cabo, in the municipality of Los Cabos, Baja California Sur. It lies a short drive from downtown San José del Cabo and the Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), making it one of the easiest marinas to reach for travelers flying into the region.
The marina opens directly onto the Sea of Cortez, the body of water Jacques Cousteau famously called the aquarium of the world. Sheltered by the shape of the coastline and far from the open Pacific swell that wraps the tip of the peninsula, the waters off Puerto Los Cabos are generally calmer than those off Cabo San Lucas — a real advantage for families, first-time snorkelers and anyone sensitive to motion.
Why San José del Cabo is a convenient departure point
Most visitors to Los Cabos fly into the San José del Cabo airport. Departing from Puerto Los Cabos keeps your transfer short and your morning relaxed — you can be on the water shortly after sunrise without a long drive down the Corridor to Cabo San Lucas.
San José del Cabo also gives you quick access to some of the best snorkeling, whale watching and fishing grounds in the region. The reefs and bays north of the marina are less crowded than the spots around the Cabo arch, and the offshore banks that hold marlin and tuna are within reach of a half-day charter.
Types of boat experiences from Puerto Los Cabos
Open Water Expeditions runs a range of ocean experiences from the marina, from gentle family cruises to offshore fishing charters. Here is what you can book:
Snorkeling
Half-day snorkeling tours visit protected reef areas where tropical fish, rays and sea turtles gather in clear, shallow water. Morning departures usually offer the best visibility. See our Snorkeling Adventure or book the whole boat on a [[tour:snorkelingPrivado|Private Snorkeling]] tour.
Whale watching
From mid-December through mid-April, humpback and gray whales migrate to the warm waters off Baja California Sur. Read our whale watching season guide or book the Whale Watching tour.
Sunset cruises
Evening sails leave the marina in time to catch the golden hour over the Sea of Cortez. Our Sunset Cruise is a relaxed two hours on the water with drinks and food on deck.
Blue Water Snorkeling
For a faster-paced adventure, the Blue Water Snorkeling explores sea caves, blowholes and hidden coves along the coastline, with a snorkel stop in a secluded bay.
Sport fishing
Los Cabos is one of the great sport fishing destinations in the world. Our Sport Fishing charter runs offshore in search of marlin, dorado, tuna and wahoo. Check the fishing calendar to see what runs in the months you are visiting.
Private charters
Want the boat to yourself? Our Private Yacht Charter lets you design your own day on the water — snorkel stops, a lazy anchor, a sunset sail or a celebration with your group.
Choosing the right tour
Traveling with young children or first-time snorkelers? A morning snorkeling tour or the relaxed [[tour:bayTour|Bay Boat Tour]] is a gentle introduction. Visiting in winter? Whale watching is the headline experience. Anglers should plan around the species they most want to target — our best time to fish guide breaks it down by season.
Whatever you choose, booking direct with Open Water Expeditions means you talk to the local crew who run the tour, with no platform markups. Cancellations 72 hours or more in advance: 90% refund. Cancellations less than 72 hours in advance: non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
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