Private Snorkeling in San José del Cabo — Just for Your Group

Private snorkeling · San José del Cabo · Sea of Cortez

Private Snorkeling in San José del Cabo — Just for Your Group

Explore Zacatitos, Barco Hundido, La Bufadora, Los Corales and Las Palmitas in complete privacy. $450 USD for 1–2 people, $95 USD per additional guest.

Overview

$450 USD · 1–2 people · 3 hours

Our private snorkeling tour is the most exclusive way to discover the Sea of Cortez. The boat is 100% yours — no strangers, no fixed group schedule. $450 USD covers 1–2 people, with $95 USD for each additional guest, up to a maximum of 10. It is ideal for couples, families and groups who want to experience the reef at their own pace.

We visit the best snorkeling spots around San José del Cabo: Zacatitos, Barco Hundido, La Bufadora, Los Corales and Las Palmitas. Your experienced guides choose the best site of the day based on conditions — visibility, currents and marine life activity — and can adapt the route entirely to your group.

What to expect on the water: a relaxed three hours drifting over shallow coral reefs in warm, crystal-clear water where the visibility often exceeds 30 feet. Below the surface you will find a thriving marine ecosystem — schools of tropical fish, colorful coral formations, blue sea stars, spotted puffer fish, moray eels hiding in the coral caves, stingrays gliding over the sandy bottom and green sea turtles grazing on the reef. The Sea of Cortez around San José del Cabo is one of the richest marine environments in Baja California Sur, and every private snorkeling stop reveals something new.

This is a beginner-friendly and family-friendly experience. Premium mask, fins and flotation vest are included for every guest in adult and child sizes, so even first-time snorkelers and nervous swimmers feel safe and confident in the water. Our reef-safe guides stay close at all times, point out the marine life and adjust the pace to your group. The best time to snorkel in Los Cabos is year-round, with the calmest water and best visibility on morning departures. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and a towel — we handle the rest, including a fresh lunch served on board.

If you prefer a more affordable shared option, we also run the public snorkeling tour from $95 USD per person in a small shared group.

Guests

$450 USD · 1–2 people · 3 hours

Duration
Approximately 3 hours
Departure
Marina San José del Cabo
Group size
Private — 1–2 people base, max 10
Included
Gear, guide & refreshments
Price
$450 USD · 1–2 people · 3 hours
Availability
Limited spots — book ahead
Limited spots available — book in advance for the best availability
Call +52 624 243 1007
Local Family BusinessSan José del Cabo
Secure BookingBook direct online
Professional CrewProfessional crew
Small GroupsPersonal attention
Our PlaygroundSea of Cortez

Why choose this tour

Small groups, local expertise, unforgettable days at sea

Unlike the shared departure, this private tour puts the whole boat at your group’s disposal. No waiting for others, no group compromises, complete freedom to explore each cove at the rhythm you want. Our guides focus entirely on your group, which makes the day more personal, calmer and far more memorable.

  • 100% private tour — the boat is only for your group (max 10 guests)
  • Price: $450 USD for 1–2 people · $95 USD per additional guest
  • Full flexibility of route and pace within the snorkeling areas
  • Experienced guides devoted entirely to your group

Tour highlights

What makes it special

  • Private snorkeling at Zacatitos, Barco Hundido, La Bufadora, Los Corales and Las Palmitas
  • The boat is exclusively for your group
  • $450 USD (1–2 people) + $95 USD per additional guest · max 10
  • Spot tropical fish, rays and sea turtles
  • Premium mask, fins and flotation vest included
  • Fresh fruit, water, cold drinks and lunch on board

What's included

Everything you need

  • Exclusive boat for your group (max 10 guests)
  • Premium mask, fins and flotation vest
  • Reef-safe guide
  • Fresh fruit, bottled water, drinks and lunch
  • Access to the best snorkeling spots in San José del Cabo
  • Ground transport at an additional cost depending on the area (ask when booking)

Tour information

Good to know

Duration
Approximately 3 hours
Group size
Private — 1–2 people base, max 10
Price
$450 USD (1–2 people) · $95 USD per additional guest
Best for
Couples, families and private groups
Season
Year-round
Departure
Morning departures for calmer water

Meeting point

Where we set sail

Puerto Los Cabos Marina (behind Hotel El Ganzo, next to La Marina Inn), San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Tours depart from Marina San José del Cabo. We offer ground transport from most hotels in San José del Cabo and the Tourist Corridor at an additional cost depending on the area. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.

Hours: Daily 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM · +52 624 243 1007

Photo gallery

See it for yourself

Two snorkelers in crystal-clear turquoise water on a private snorkeling tour in San José del Cabo, Sea of Cortez, Los Cabos
Freediver exploring the deep blue waters of the Sea of Cortez on a private snorkeling charter in Los Cabos
Happy family on board the private snorkeling boat with the Los Cabos coastline in the background, San José del Cabo
Blue sea star on a colorful coral reef with tropical fish in the Sea of Cortez near San José del Cabo
Green sea turtle swimming over the rocky reef in the crystal-clear Sea of Cortez near Los Cabos
Green sea turtle gliding over a vibrant coral reef during a private snorkeling tour in San José del Cabo, Sea of Cortez, Los Cabos, Baja California Sur
Vivid blue chromis fish swimming in a coral reef cave with a moray eel during a private snorkeling tour in San José del Cabo, Sea of Cortez, Los Cabos
Two guests freediving into the crystal-clear turquoise water of the Sea of Cortez over coral reefs on a private snorkeling tour in San José del Cabo, Los Cabos
Family on the private snorkeling boat with the San José del Cabo coastline and Baja California mountains in the background, Sea of Cortez, Los Cabos
Silhouettes of divers in circular formation underwater in the crystal-clear blue Sea of Cortez during a private snorkeling tour in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur
Young girl snorkeling underwater in the Sea of Cortez wearing a white mask and red life vest making an OK sign, San José del Cabo, Los Cabos, Baja California
Group of snorkelers at the surface of the Sea of Cortez as the underwater guide points out marine life in San José del Cabo, Los Cabos, Mexico
Snorkelers exploring the reef in a half-underwater view showing the sea floor, coral formations, and the surface of the Sea of Cortez near San José del Cabo, Los Cabos
Mother and son laughing together relaxing on the bow of the private snorkeling boat with the Los Cabos coastline in the background, Sea of Cortez, Baja California Sur
Green sea turtle swimming gracefully over a colorful coral reef in the clear blue waters of the Sea of Cortez on a private snorkeling tour near San José del Cabo, Los Cabos
Snorkeler exploring the crystal-clear turquoise water wearing a full-face mask and fins on a private snorkeling charter in the Sea of Cortez near San José del Cabo, Los Cabos
Father and two daughters sitting on the private snorkeling boat bow enjoying panoramic views of the San José del Cabo coastline and Baja California mountains, Sea of Cortez
Two snorkelers viewed from underwater in the deep blue Sea of Cortez holding a red and orange flotation ring with sunlight filtering through the surface in Los Cabos

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Customer reviews

What guests say

“A fantastic snorkeling experience with Jonathan and Captain Ishmael of Openwater Expeditions. Jonathan was an excellent and knowledgeable guide about the area as well as the sea life. He never rushed us and kept trying to find more fish and sea creatures during the snorkeling. After about an hour in the water, we had lunch and cocktails before heading back to shore. Highly recommend!”

Sasha K

San José del Cabo, Mexico · Snorkeling Adventure

“We were taken to a secluded cove where there were no other boats so had the place to ourselves. The guide made sure we were in a place where we saw lots of fish. It was like swimming in an aquarium.”

Lisa C

San José del Cabo, Mexico · Snorkeling Adventure

“Jonathan, Ishmael and Simone were great hosts!! small group of 8, very relaxed couple hour boat ride with amazing views of whales! well worth the price!! One of the highlights of our trip!!”

dunkin4

Saint Paul, Minnesota · Whale Watching

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