15 San Jose del Cabo Whale Watching Tours to Build a Morning Around

1.Luxury Catamaran Whale Watching Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,107 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Cruise from Cabo San Lucas toward the Arch and Sea of Cortez aboard a double-decker catamaran. Your marine guide, such as Jacob or Marco, explains humpback behavior while a hydrophone lets you hear whale song. Drinks, snacks, and hotel pickup are available, with a 30-person maximum.

“The employees are amazing and we saw multiple whales just as promised. The boat is beautiful. But it is very challenging to walk on the boat and the rail on the luxury boat low. Older adults or anyone with disabilities should be careful. I am recovering from cancer and I almost fell over board. It’s very easy when the rail goes to your knee or lower. Be careful. Hotel said it dangerous. But we loved it!! Perfect for young adults. I’d never take kids on this one. Ever.”

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2.La Paz Whale Shark Snorkeling Tour and Lunch From Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,066 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $259

Ride from Los Cabos to La Paz, board a panga, and snorkel beside migrating whale sharks with guides such as Mario and Joe. Your $259 includes hotel transport, wetsuit, gear, drinks, and Baja-style fish tacos. Plan for an early, active day and possible weather or wildlife cancellations.

“Should be aware there is a good chance this will be canceled due to low whale shark activity. We had the misfortune of being up for a 6am pick up, register and wait in Cabo marina for an hour to find out it was canceled. Still haven't received my refund. Not ideal 😕”

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3.Whale Watching Group Tour in San Jose del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend about two hours on the Sea of Cortez with a group capped at 10 people. Guides such as Paola, Sofia, and Luisa explain whale behavior, migration, and conservation while you watch for humpbacks, gray whales, dolphins, and calves. A hydrophone, snacks, water, and free photos are included.

“We took 6 whale watching tours across 5 days. This was the only one we found with excellent ratings in San Jose del Cabo. The tour lived up the the excellent ratings. We actually took both their public tour and their private tour. Both were well done. And on the public tour, it did not feel crowded, as the boat was large enough for more people than they limit it to. The captain and guide were friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. Good job! Great whale watching!”

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4.Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas: Sightseeing Cruise and Shopping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $115

From San Jose del Cabo, you’ll ride an air-conditioned minivan to Cabo San Lucas, photograph El Arco, and spend about two hours whale watching from a glass-bottom boat. Guide Mele has been praised for finding whales. The day may also include a beach stop, tequila tasting, and shopping.

“We enjoyed this trip tremendously. Smallish boat, up close but not intrusive on the whales' space. We were lucky to see both gray and humpbacks, loads of activity. These guys know where to go. Pickup service at our hotel was on time; everyone was courteous and friendly.”

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5.Private Whale Watching in San José del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $200

Join Salty Cabo for a private whale watching trip from San José del Cabo. Your guide and captain tailor the outing for your group, with free photos, comfortable boats, and a hydrophone for listening to whale songs. Guides such as Sophie and Paola add useful insight into local marine life.

“From arrival at the office, the short walk to the boat, and on the water everyone was friendly knowledgeable and professional. Once we were out on the water it wasn't long until there were humpback whales spotted. Sophia set up the hydrophone and we were able to listen to the singing. There were several breaches and quite a few tails in the air as they made their deep dives. We found the marina at San Jose del Cabo to be a welcome change from Cabo. The 25' boat was roomy and comfortable with excellent viewing and canvas sun shades. Doing the private tour was well worth it. You will have…”

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6.San Jose del Cabo Small-Group Sunrise Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $99

Set out at 6:00 a.m. from San Jose del Cabo for a two-hour small-group whale watch. With guides such as Paola and Sophia, you may see humpbacks, gray whales, dolphins, and sea lions while learning about whale behavior and habitat.

“The sunrise whale watching experience was great! It was lovely to be on the water while the sun was rising and wake up to the beautify of the Sea of Cortez. Plus, having an oceanographer on the boat made the experience so much richeRead more”

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7.Sunset Whale Watching in San Jose del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $100

Join Salty Cabo in San Jose del Cabo for an approximately 2 to 2.5-hour sunset cruise on the Sea of Cortez. Guide Paola and captain Chato are associated with especially memorable whale sightings, while the small group size keeps the outing personal.

“Our Salty Cabo Sunset whale watching tour was awesome. Rowland’s team did a great job. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. We have been on other whale watching tours, but this one was top notch. I would (and have) recommended this tour. Thank you!”

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8.Whale Watching Warranty in San José del Cabo Snacks and drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Set out from La Playa near La Marina Inn for a two-hour Sea of Cortez cruise with guides such as Jonathan, Ismael, and Lorenzo. The small boat carries no more than eight people, with fresh snacks, water, soft drinks, and time to look for humpback whales, dolphins, and other marine life.

“Captain & Crew were knowledgeable and very hospitable. Ishmael, Jonathan and Simon provided a 5-star plus experience that we will always remember.”

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9.Whale Watching in San Jose del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Set out from La Playita near San Jose del Cabo on a small boat limited to eight people. Guides such as Francisco, Roberto, Jose, and Matias track humpbacks, gray whales, dolphins, sea lions, and rays while sharing marine-life insight. Expect snacks, open views, and a 2.5-hour outing.

“We had a spectacular day with Captain Jose in our Guide Francesco! They were awesome. This was a highlight of our trip to Cabo.!! there’s not enough space to say all the good things about these two gentlemen. And we saw so many whales.!!! We highly recommend dip, expeditions, and Jose and Francesco!”

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10.San Jose del Cabo Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 2 hours · from $95Best value

Set out from Marina Puerto Los Cabos for a two-hour whale watch with a small group of up to 12 people. A marine biologist guide, hydrophone, life jackets, water, snacks, and free tour photos are included. Lucia, Javier, and Roland have earned special praise for their guiding and boat skills.

“We really enjoyed the whale watching! We saw many!.....good boat operater....a Naturalist..photographer...12passengers....simple but professional...well worth every penny”

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11.San José del Cabo: Whale Watching Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 2 hours · from $110

Join Open Water Expeditions for a two-hour whale watch from San José del Cabo. Guides such as Marina, Bernardo, and Jimmy share whale behavior in English or Spanish while you watch humpbacks breach, raise their tails, and surface close to the boat.

“The crew was great, friendly and engaging. It was nice being on a small craft with a small group of people. We saw a lot of whales really close to the boat.”

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12.San Jose del Cabo Sunset Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $100

Join Salty Cabo Excursions for a two-hour sunset whale watch from San Jose del Cabo. A marine biologist guides you in English or Spanish, with hydrophone listening, free photos, drinks, snacks, cushions, and shade. Louisa is praised for clear whale behavior explanations and excellent photography.

“OMG!!!!! The absolute BEST whale watching excursion ever! Louisa was the perfect guide! She taught us all about the whales behavior and habits all while taking some amazing photographs that she then shared with us - FOR FREE!!!”

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13.Whale Watching in San Jose del Cabo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $140

Join Dip Expeditions for a two-hour whale-watching trip from the fishing marina behind El Ganzo hotel. An English- or Spanish-speaking guide explains the outing before you search for humpback whales, calves, heat runs, and manta rays aboard a new boat limited to eight people.

“We loved this trip - the captain and crew were very dedicated to spotting and finding the whales, but maintained a safe distance to protect the animals. It was just watching and observing, no disturbing them. Lots of whales crossed our way. We shot some awesome pictures and caught beautiful views over the coastline. We also saw manta rays. It was a perfect trip for the animals and as humans with a great crew.”

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14.Snorkel with a Whale Shark In Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 2 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $330

Travel from Los Cabos to La Paz, board a boat, and snorkel near wild whale sharks from October through April. Your $330 tour includes gear, guide, lunch, drinks, water, and hotel pickup. Expect an early start, a long road ride, and a moderate physical workout.

“This is not what was promised by the tour description. The description promised transportation in an air conditioned van by a professional Chauffeur. Transportation was in a 20+ year old Toyota Camry by a random guy and his girlfriend. The reimposed snacks and water and “English speaking guide. Neither the driver or his girlfriend spoke any English. Obviously there were no snacks as we sat in the back seat of the worn out Camry for the 2+ hour drive. I don’t blame the driver at all. He was just trying to earn a payday and did a good job. Also on the boat the guides spoke no English so it…”

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15.Private Whale Watching in San Jose Del Cabo snack,drinks,Warranty

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $200

Meet near La Marina Inn for a private two-hour boat trip with marine guides. Captain Ed, Jimmy, Ángel, and Eduardo have helped lead outings, with humpback whale watching, ocean views, snacks, water, and soft drinks included.

“Captain Ed and Jimmy were fantastic! The tour was exceptional, and their expertise about the ocean and whales was impressive. They went above and beyond to ensure we were well taken care of with plenty of food and drinks. A truly unforgettable experience!”

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