Bay boat tour · San José del Cabo · Sea of Cortez
San José del Cabo Bay Boat Tour
A relaxing 2-hour boat tour around beautiful San José del Cabo Bay — coastal views, calm water and a comfortable on-board experience for everyone.
Overview
From $95 USD per person · 2 hours
The San José del Cabo Bay Boat Tour is a 2-hour boat experience ideal for guests who want to enjoy the ocean, the coastline and a relaxed ride on the water — without the intensity of a snorkeling or wildlife tour. It is the easiest and most accessible way to experience the Bay of San José del Cabo from the sea.
Departing from Marina San José del Cabo, our boat cruises the calm waters of the Sea of Cortez off San José del Cabo, offering panoramic views of the Baja California Sur coastline, the desert hills, and the turquoise water of the bay. Along the way, look out for seabirds, dolphins riding alongside the boat, and, depending on the season, other marine life in the bay.
What to expect: a comfortable and relaxed 2-hour cruise on a boat staffed by a professional crew, with bottled water, cold soft drinks and snacks included. The San José del Cabo Bay Boat Tour is perfect for families with young children, couples, friend groups and any traveler who wants a first experience on the water or simply to enjoy the coastal scenery of Los Cabos from the sea.
The difficulty level is easy and the tour is suitable for all ages and abilities. No prior experience is needed. For your comfort and safety we provide life jackets, a full safety briefing and a professional crew who are attentive throughout the cruise. The bay tour is available year-round.
The experience is available as a public tour at $95 USD per person, or as a fully private experience for your group — using the same private-tour pricing structure as our other Open Water Expeditions private experiences.
From $95 USD per person · 2 hours
- Duration
- Approximately 2 hours
- Departure
- Marina San José del Cabo
- Group size
- Shared — up to 10 guests
- Included
- Gear, guide & refreshments
- Price
- From $95 USD per person · 2 hours
- Availability
- Limited spots — book ahead
Why choose this tour
Small groups, local expertise, unforgettable days at sea
The San José del Cabo Bay Boat Tour is the most relaxed and accessible way to experience the Bay of San José del Cabo. This is a panoramic cruise of the bay — there is no snorkeling activity and no snorkel gear is included. No swimming, no snorkeling, no physical effort required — simply step aboard, sit back and enjoy the views of the coast, the water and the horizon of the Sea of Cortez. Ideal for guests looking for an authentic ocean experience without the intensity of other activities.
- Relaxed 2-hour panoramic cruise — no swimming, snorkeling or snorkel gear required
- $95 USD per person · public or private option available
- Bottled water, soft drinks and snacks included
- Professional crew · suitable for all ages
Tour highlights
What makes it special
- 2-hour boat cruise around the Bay of San José del Cabo
- Panoramic coastal views of Baja California Sur and the Sea of Cortez
- Opportunity to spot dolphins and seabirds along the way
- Bottled water, soft drinks and snacks included
- Professional crew on board throughout
- Available public ($95 USD per person) or as a private experience
What's included
Everything you need
- 2-hour boat tour around San José del Cabo Bay
- Bottled water
- Soft drinks
- Snacks
- Professional crew
- Ground transport at an additional cost depending on the area
Tour information
Good to know
- Duration
- Approximately 2 hours
- Group size
- Shared — up to 10 guests
- Price
- $95 USD per person
- Best for
- Families, couples and groups of all ages
- Season
- Year-round
- Departure
- Marina San José del Cabo
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
The San José del Cabo Bay Boat Tour departs from Marina San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico. 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 for check-in and the safety briefing.
Hours: Daily 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM · +52 624 243 1007
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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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Booking straight with Open Water Expeditions means a better price, a real person on the other end and a family business that reinvests in this coastline.
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Cancellation policy
Cancellations 72 hours or more in advance: 90% refund. Cancellations less than 72 hours in advance: non-refundable.
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