4 Dolphin Watching Trips in Los Cabos Worth Booking Ahead

1.Ocean Safari: Sea Lions, Mobula Rays, Dolphins, Orcas & Whales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $179Our pick

Set out from La Ventana at 8:00 am in a panga with a maximum of six people, searching for mobula rays, dolphins and whales. Snorkel gear and lunch are included. Swimming is optional and requires confidence in open water; sightings, especially orcas, cannot be guaranteed.

“I loved this excursion! Our guide, Juan, knows his stuff. Above all, they prioritized the safety of the animals. Super respectful, experienced, & ridiculously good at spotting whales.”

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2.The only Natural Space Dolphin Encounter in Cabo Optional Pickup!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $155

Spend about an hour at a dolphin facility in Cabo San Lucas or San José del Cabo, learning about Pacific bottlenose dolphins from a guide and meeting one up close. A lifejacket and safety equipment are included. Hotel transport costs an extra $10 per person, and professional photos are sold separately.

“The dolphins are amazing and a MUST SEE!! SEE! We were a little scared but they all helped us feel comfortable. It was the best experience ever. I highly recommend!”

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3.Private Wild Dolphin Encounter Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $295

Head from Cabo to La Ventana for six hours by boat near Cerralvo Island, searching for wild dolphins and other marine life. The day includes breakfast, lunch, reusable water bottles, snorkeling gear, and private transport. Wildlife sightings vary, and the boat has shade but no bathroom.

“The most incredible experience with Cabo Private Guide and the team. We did 3 days diving (my gf and I), the kids got initiated with the bubble maker and they snorkelled A LOT. We also took the sea safari day. My friends did their DSD.”

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4.Must-DO The only and Unique Natural Space Dolphin Encounter Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $131Best value

At a Cabo Dolphins facility in San José del Cabo or Cabo San Lucas, you’ll learn about a Pacific bottlenose dolphin and take part in a close-up encounter around its habitat. The activity lasts about an hour, with a maximum of 15 people. Hotel transportation may be available for an added $10 per person.

“The dolphin encounter was truly amazing — such a wonderful experience for me and my kids! One of my sons took photos from a distance, which I definitely recommend doing if you can. The tour was excellent from start to finish, and the transportation service was reliable and on time. Everything went smoothly, the staff was kind and professional, and the whole experience was simply a delight. Truly a wonderful tour — an unforgettable memory for our family!”

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