15 Kayak and Snorkel Tours in Mexico to Build a Morning Around

1.Kayak Expedition to the Arch of Cabo San Lucas, Lovers Beach & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 976 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Paddle a stable Hobie kayak from Empacadora Beach to El Arco, Lovers Beach, Divorce Beach, and Pelican Rock. Guides such as Josue and Roberto lead small groups, help with snorkeling, share local stories, and take photos at the Arch. Early departures offer quiet beaches and sunrise views.

“Sunrise Kayak to the Arch is so beautiful. Our guides really did know all about the Los Cabos region. The snorkeling on top of it was totally awesome! Highly recommend”

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2.Los Cabos Power snorkel Adventure, Kayaking and Stand-Up Paddle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 872 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

From San Jose del Cabo, take a fast boat from Cabo San Lucas to Chileno Bay and the Arch for snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, and possible sea scooter use. Guides such as Mike, Paco, and Chaka keep watch in the water. Quesadillas and salsa are included.

“My family enjoyed the activity. The ride alone was amazing. We snorkeled and kayaked. It was an amazing way to start our trip off. Our crew was helpful and friendly.”

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3.Cabo San Lucas Glass Bottom Kayak Tour and Snorkel at Two Bays

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 628 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $100

Paddle a tandem glass-bottom kayak from Santa María Bay toward Chileno Bay, then snorkel from the beach with a bilingual guide. High Tide Los Cabos supplies transport, kayaks, fins, masks, life jackets, snacks, and wetsuits when needed. Guides such as Marco, Maury, Carlos, and Michael are known for patient, safety-minded help.

“Had a great time on this excursion! Maury and his partner (forgot his name) we’re great guides! They spend time fully explaining the process and risks and ensured we had a safe and fun time. They didn’t rush us through the tour and it was the perfect amount of time split between the kayaks and the snorkeling. Would absolutely do it again!”

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4.Cabo San Lucas Paddleboard and Snorkel at the Arch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 336 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $100

Paddle from the beach toward El Arco with bilingual guides such as Maury, Mike, Luis, and Javi, then snorkel for about 40 minutes at Pelican Rock. Gear, water, snacks, and optional hotel transfers are included. No boat is used, and the paddle requires moderate fitness.

“Such a fun experience! Our guides, Mike and Maury were amazing and knowledgeable. Maury was especially helpful and patient with my mom and I being that it was our first time ever paddle boarding and went at our pace. A must do activity!!”

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5.Los Cabos: The Arch and Lover’s Beach Kayaking + Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 307 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $102

Paddle a sit-on-top double kayak from Cabo San Lucas to The Arch, Lover’s Beach, and Pelican Rock. Guides such as Casey and Carlos provide safety help, gear, snacks, and often photos. Expect easy to moderate activity, Pacific swells near Divorce Beach, and clear-water snorkeling when conditions cooperate.

“Such a fun excursion! It’s a much better way to see The Arch and Lover’s Beach compared to a boat. The kayaking was not difficult and allowed us to get closer to many of the sights. The snorkeling was some of the best I have experienced - the water was so clear and there were so many fish. Casey and Carlos were awesome guides, so friendly and knowledgeable. This activity is highly recommended!”

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6.Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $136

Spend about seven hours kayaking through Balandra, snorkeling over rocky reef, and hiking 5 km from Balandra to Tecolote. Guides such as Mateo, Alberto, Alex, and Daniel share insights on wildlife and geology. Equipment, water, lunch, and small-group attention are included, but you need your own ride to the start.

“Mateo and Eduardo were wonderful tour guides. We enjoyed the kayak through the mangroves and to the beach to snorkel. We saw lots of beautiful fish and even some sea turtles that popped their heads up every now and then. The hike along the coast was so fun. We walked along the water and in the water at times. The scenery is amazing and Mateo and Eduardo were very knowledgeable about the marine life and the area. We ended the hike with homemade ceviche under a nice tent. It was a great ending to our tour. Highly recommend! Thanks Mateo and Eduardo!”

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

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

Spend four hours aboard a private yacht from Cabo San Lucas with crew members such as Lewis, Leo, or Sergio. See the Arch and sea lions, then swim, snorkel, fish, and paddle board at Santa Maria or Chileno Bay, with drinks, snacks, towels, and gear included.

“Sergio and Maya were awesome. Everything about the trip was first class. It was simple to arrange and meet up with Maya on the day of the trip. We were escorted to the boat and from there they took care of everything. We had an unlimited open bar with attentive drink service, a wonderful fajita dinner on the ocean, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and sightseeing. It can be as peaceful or as rowdy as you want to get. All around a great 1/2 day on the sea.”

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8.Los Cabos: Kayaking and Snorkeling in Two Pristine Bays

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 64 reviews · 4 hours · from $102

Paddle from Las Viudas to Santa Maria and Chileno Bays in a sit-on-top double kayak. Casey and the Cabo Outfitters team provide instruction, snorkeling gear, snacks, and hotel pickup. Expect rocky reefs, tropical fish, possible whales, and a moderate four-hour outing.

“The kayak trip was absolutely beautiful!! Casey was super cheerful and helpful.”

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9.Marietas Islands Boat Tour: Snorkel, Kayak, Playa Nopalera

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 40 reviews · 6 hours · from $131

Spend six hours aboard Chica Locca’s roomy boat from Nuevo Vallarta, cruising Banderas Bay to the Marietas Islands. Swim or kayak with guides to Playa La Nopalera, snorkel, use the waterslides, and enjoy breakfast, fajitas, and an open bar. Crew members such as Saul and Kano are known for attentive service.

“The boat trip and crew were knowledgeable, and the service was fantastic. We had a blast, and we enjoyed learning about the Marietas Islands. We especially loved watching the Booby birds fly and fish alongside our boat.”

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10.Los Cabos: Kayak to The Arch & Snorkel + Transport & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 35 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $94

Paddle from Cannery Beach to Cabo’s Arch with a bilingual guide, then walk Lovers Beach and snorkel Pelican Rock. Sunrise departures can bring cooler weather, calm light, and whale sightings. Guides such as Josué, Fernando, and Pablo are praised for careful navigation and friendly instruction.

“A great day from start to finish! Joshue was a fantastic guide: knowledgeable, generous, kind and great at managing the group. He took extra care with my friend who was nervous to snorkel, carefully coached her on how to use the gear, how to breathe in the mask and literally held her hand til she was comfortable. Life changing! Now she’s a covert. Beautiful day on the water, highly recommended!”

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11.Bacalar & Cenotes: 3 hours kayak rental with snorkeling gear

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 27 reviews · 1 day · from $23Best value

Choose a single or double kayak and start anytime from 6 am to 7 pm. Amir and his team provide safety gear, snorkel equipment, a dry bag, parking, and lagoon club access. Three hours works well for Coconut Island or Cenote Negro, but reaching three cenotes is too ambitious.

“I booked the activity in the morning. I arrived early afternoon. Everything was very easy and uncomplicated. They gave me some good recommendations and even helped me with my GoPro so I'm not going to lose it. Thank you so much for everything. It was great!”

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12.Balandra Adventure: Hike, Kayak, and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 26 reviews · 7 hours · from $133

Spend seven active hours around Balandra with bilingual marine biologist guides such as Alex, Daniel, or Alejandro. Kayak through mangroves, snorkel a rocky reef, then hike 2.5 hours to Tecolote Beach, where ceviche, cold drinks, and beach time await.

“Amazing. The three activities were great ways to explore the different habitats of the place. The guides were super friendly and knowledgeable. And Balandra itself one of the most beautiful places I've ever been to.”

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13.Islas Marietas: Snorkel, Kayak, Paddle, and Playa Nopalera

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 24 reviews · 8 hours · from $87

Set out from Jalisco for an eight-hour Islas Marietas outing with breakfast, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, and time at Nopalera Beach. English and Spanish guides lead the activities, followed by lunch and an open bar on the ride back. This trip does not include Playa Escondida.

“Pretty good. There weren’t a lot of fish where we snorkelled and the water was hard to see through. We enjoyed the eco tour even if it was kind of short. I wish the guide would have informed us more about the beach called Deadman’s cave, (it starts with a C in Spanish) which he offered for us to do but it was 2pm by then and we hadn’t had lunch yet and it was going to be another 50+ minutes. Another couple we met on the excursion went and were really impressed. They wished the guide had encouraged more to go, their disappointment was they were told they would…”

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14.Paddle Boarding or Kayak and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours · from $78

Paddle board or kayak from La Empacadora Beach to Cabo’s Arch, Lover’s Beach, and Neptune’s Finger, then snorkel at Pelican Rock. English- and Spanish-speaking guides such as Jorge and Maria lead groups of up to 10, with fruit, juice, water, and gear included.

“The guide was SPECTACULAR! My first time paddle boarding and the guide was very informative and patient.”

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15.Bacalar Lagoon Full-Day Kayak & Snorkel Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 15 reviews · 1 day · from $29

Rent a single or double kayak in Bacalar from 6 am to 7 pm, with a life jacket, leash, and dry bag included. Maria helps you plan your route to Birds Island, Pirate’s Channel, Cenote Negro, Cenote Esmeralda, and ancient stromatolites. Bring water, a towel, and sun protection.

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