Glass-bottom boat to El Arco and Lover's Beach
See the famous rock arch and sea lions, with drop-off at Lover's Beach.
See dates and prices →☀️ Relaxed things to do
Sunset dinner cruise
Dinner and drinks on the water as the sun sets behind the arch.
See dates and prices →Todos Santos and El Pescadero day trip
A colorful artists' town on the Pacific coast, with lunch and galleries.
See dates and prices →Private yacht charter
Your group's own boat for swimming, snorkeling and drinks along the coast.
See dates and prices →🍷 Foodie things to do
Tequila and mezcal tasting
Learn the difference between agave spirits with a guided tasting.
See dates and prices →San José del Cabo taco and art walk
Taco stands, local bites and the Thursday art walk in the old town.
See dates and prices →🧗 Adventure things to do
Whale watching tour
Humpback whales breach right off the coast in winter. A highlight of the season.
See dates and prices →Snorkeling at Santa Maria and Chileno Bay
Calm protected bays full of tropical fish. Gear and snacks included.
See dates and prices →ATV desert and beach ride
Ride through desert trails and sand dunes down to the Pacific.
See dates and prices →Camel ride on the beach with Mexican lunch
A quirky favorite: camels along the shore, then tequila tasting and lunch.
See dates and prices →Private sportfishing charter
Cabo is famous for marlin, tuna and dorado. Boats fit 4 to 6 people.
See dates and prices →Zipline canyon adventure
Fly over desert canyons on a series of ziplines.
See dates and prices →Where wedding guests should eat in Cabo
Flora's Field Kitchen
Flora Farms, San José
Dinner on an organic farm. Book well ahead.
Map ↗Acre
San José del Cabo
Treehouse-style restaurant and cocktail bar in a palm grove.
Map ↗Huerta Los Tamarindos
San José del Cabo
Restored farmhouse with its own gardens and cooking classes.
Map ↗La Lupita Taco & Mezcal
San José del Cabo
Lively courtyard with creative tacos.
Map ↗El Farallón
Cabo San Lucas
Cliffside seafood above the crashing waves.
Map ↗Sunset Monalisa
Corridor
Terraces facing El Arco at sunset.
Map ↗Edith's
Cabo San Lucas
Classic Cabo dinner spot near Medano Beach.
Map ↗The Office on the Beach
Medano Beach
Toes in the sand. Great for a group lunch.
Map ↗Mi Casa
Cabo San Lucas
Colorful courtyard with regional Mexican dishes.
Map ↗Los Tres Gallos
Cabo San Lucas
Garden courtyard, live music and big margaritas.
Map ↗Lorenzillo's
Cabo San Lucas marina
Lobster dinners on the marina.
Map ↗Tacos Gardenias
Cabo San Lucas
Local taco shop famous for fish and shrimp tacos.
Map ↗Where to stay
- Montage Los Cabos $$$
Santa Maria Bay. On one of the few swimmable bays on the corridor. - The Cape, a Thompson Hotel $$$
Corridor. Modern hotel with direct El Arco views. - Hotel El Ganzo $$$
San José del Cabo marina. Arty boutique hotel with a rooftop pool.
Getting around
- Pre-book an airport shuttle. Taxis at the airport are expensive and rideshare pickup there is limited.
- The corridor between the two towns is about 30 km. Plan 30 to 40 minutes between them.
- Water taxis from Medano Beach go to Lover's Beach and El Arco.
- Many Pacific-side beaches are unsafe for swimming. Swim at Medano, Chileno or Santa Maria.
Arriving
Los Cabos International (SJD) is 15 minutes from San José del Cabo and 40 minutes from Cabo San Lucas.
Good to know for guests in Cabo
- Currency: Mexican peso (MXN). US dollars are often accepted in resort areas at a worse rate.
- Tipping: Expected: 10 to 15% in restaurants, plus tips for guides, drivers and boat crews.
- Dinner time: Dinner from about 7 to 10 pm.
- Power plugs: Type A and B plugs (same as the US), 127 V.
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Questions guests ask about Cabo
When is the best time for a wedding in Cabo?
November to May is the most popular season. Desert meets sea at the tip of Baja: El Arco, whale season, farm-to-table dinners and a 30 km resort corridor between two towns.
How do guests get to Cabo?
Los Cabos International (SJD) is 15 minutes from San José del Cabo and 40 minutes from Cabo San Lucas.
How do guests get around Cabo?
Pre-book an airport shuttle. Taxis at the airport are expensive and rideshare pickup there is limited. The corridor between the two towns is about 30 km. Plan 30 to 40 minutes between them. Water taxis from Medano Beach go to Lover's Beach and El Arco. Many Pacific-side beaches are unsafe for swimming. Swim at Medano, Chileno or Santa Maria.
What can wedding guests do in Cabo as a group?
Good group options include glass-bottom boat to El Arco and Lover's Beach, sunset dinner cruise, whale watching tour, snorkeling at Santa Maria and Chileno Bay. Most have private options for 10 to 20 people.
Is there a ready-made weekend plan for guests in Cabo?
Yes. Our Cabo wedding weekend itinerary has relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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Ready-made relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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