Santa Maria Beach (Playa Santa María) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Santa Maria Beach in 2025?

While it’s free to visit Santa Maria Beach on your own, there are affordable guided tours that can enhance your experience and offer fun adventures: snorkeling cruises start around US$80, catamaran trips are from US$70, and guided kayak excursions begin around US$90. Tours typically include equipment, food, drinks, and hotel transfers.

Q: Can I rent snorkeling equipment at Santa Maria Beach?

Yes, you can rent snorkeling equipment at the entrance of Santa Maria Beach. However, availability may vary, so it’s a good idea to bring your own kit if you have it. Alternatively, consider booking a guided snorkeling tour that includes equipment and transportation.

Q: When is the best time to visit Santa Maria Beach?

Visit Santa Maria Beach between May and June for sunny skies, calm seas, and fewer crowds—ideal for snorkeling and relaxing on the sand. October and November also offer great weather before the winter rush. Arrive early in the day for the clearest water and a quieter beach.

Q: Is Santa Maria Beach suitable for families with children?

Yes, Santa Maria Beach is family-friendly, featuring calm, clear waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling. The beach's horseshoe-shaped cove provides a sheltered environment, making it a safe spot for children to enjoy the ocean under supervision.

Q: What amenities are available at Santa Maria Beach?

Santa Maria Beach offers basic amenities, including restrooms, outdoor showers, and a public parking lot just a short walk from the shore. While there are no restaurants or shops on-site, visitors can rent umbrellas and snorkeling gear at the beach entrance. It's advisable to bring your own food, water, and sun protection.

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Cabo San Lucas and Santa Maria Bay Snorkeling Sightseeing Cruise

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Los Cabos Luxury Sailing, Snorkel and Lunch Cruise

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Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

Discover the underwater wonderlands at some of Los Cabos' top snorkeling sites on this tour, which helps you reach reefs you can't access by land. Your first stop is Santa Maria Cove, a protected bay that's home to exquisite coral formations and schools of tropical fish. Then continue on to Chileno Bay where wispy sea fans, elegant manta rays, and curious sea turtles reside. Swim alongside them as your guide fills you in on exactly what you're seeing. Afterward, spend some time relaxing on the beach.

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Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

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Santa Maria Bay Snorkel Cruise Los Cabos

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See the best of Cabo San Lucas from the water during a snorkeling and sailing tour that reveals the best of the area’s natural attractions such as Land's End and the Arch. The short duration of this tour makes it ideal for time-pressed travelers, while a variety of activities such as paddle boards and snorkels ensure its a great choice for families. Plus, lunch and unlimited drinks are included.

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Cabo San Lucas Snorkeling Cruise with Open Bar and Lunch

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Santa Maria and Chileno Bay Snorkel Adventure Los Cabos

Trade in beachside snorkeling for a boat adventure that will take you offshore to see tropical fish, manta rays, and sea turtles in the Sea of Cortez. Explore the protected bays of Santa Maria and Chileno—both part of the extremely biodiverse Los Cabos Corridor. Swim among swaying sea fans, colorful coral formations, starfish, and Moray eels, and return to port with an array of unforgettable memories.

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Santa Maria and Chileno Bay Snorkel Adventure Los Cabos

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Tour to Arch in the only Clear Boat in Cabo Cruise Hotel PICKUP!

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Cabo City Tour, Tequila Tasting, Snorkeling Cruise and Lunch

If you are visiting Cabo San Lucas for the first time or even if you come a lot but you never go out this tour is perfect for you. We Start with a nice City tour where we will take you to visit the town, the glass blowing factory, tequila tasting, jewelry so you can get a real pearl, shopping time and enjoy beautiful panoramic views. After that we will go aboard in this big and nice cruise where we will take you to see our Famous arch and enjoy an amazing day snorkeling at Santa Maria bay, after that we will enjoy a delicious buffet while we go back to Cabo san Lucas enjoying our precious beaches!

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Cabo City Tour, Tequila Tasting, Snorkeling Cruise and Lunch

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Snorkel Fun with Lunch in Cabo Explore Eat and Enjoy

Discover the underwater wonders of Cabo San Lucas on this 3-hour snorkeling tour. Cruise to the breathtaking Arch at Land’s End before diving into the vibrant waters of Chileno Bay, renowned for its spectacular marine life. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on board, complete with an open bar and a lively DJ, ensuring a fun atmosphere as you make your way back. This tour offers all snorkeling equipment and guidance from experienced professionals for a safe and enjoyable adventure. - 3-hour snorkeling tour with lunch included - Explore the famous Arch and Chileno Bay, a top snorkeling location - Enjoy an open bar and entertainment during your cruise - All snorkeling gear provided, along with expert guidance

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Snorkel Fun with Lunch in Cabo Explore Eat and Enjoy

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Private Los Cabos snorkeling tour to Chileno bay and Santa Maria cove

Why choose to snorkel on your own when you can have a knowledgeable guide by your side? Have an unforgettable experience under the waves of the clear, turquoise waters of Santa María and Chileno Bays, two of the safest bays for swimming in Cabo at an ideal depth for snorkeling. Here, your guides will show you all the must-see spots, identify the plentiful marine life and find just the right time to go. Get on your fins!

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Private Los Cabos snorkeling tour to Chileno bay and Santa Maria cove

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Private Snorkeling Tour in Cabo San Lucas

Go snorkeling and exploring the coast on a 2- or 4-hour private boat tour from Cabo San Lucas. The 2-hour tour heads to the local marine park for snorkeling in a prime spot, and the 4-hour tour also takes in top destinations such as Santa Maria Bay and Chileno Bay. Get great views of The Arch as you head out on the Pacific Ocean with your an expert captain and your group of up to eight people. Includes snacks, use of snorkeling equipment, and private boat.

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Private Snorkeling Tour in Cabo San Lucas

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Beach Hopper 2-Stop Snorkeling Tour in Los Cabos

Visit two of the best snorkeling sites along the Sea of Cortez on a 'Beach Hopper' snorkeling tour of both Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Bay. Depart Los Cabos for a zodiac ride to each destination, where you'll spend a half-hour at a time swimming and snorkeling alongside manta rays, sea turtles and scores of brightly colored fish. Afterward pay a visit to secluded Lovers Beach to enjoy a bit of sun-infused downtime, followed by a light lunch and a trip to see El Arco and the local sea lions.

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Beach Hopper 2-Stop Snorkeling Tour in Los Cabos

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Kayak from Chileno Bay to Santa Maria & Snorkel + Beach Time

In this experience we visit two of the most emblematic beaches located in the Tourist Corridor while rowing with the desert landscapes on one side and the immensity of the Gulf of California on the other. Hoping to find, according to the season, the great biodiversity found in this Corridor such as whales, dolphins, mobulas, among other marine species; depending on our luck. As local guides and nature lovers, we will share the best snorkeling spots at Chileno Bay where we will observe the greatest marine biodiversity in the area. Then we will be ready to enjoy some snacks and drinks that we will bring for you to spend the rest of the time to swim, sunbathe and enjoy the beautiful view.

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Kayak from Chileno Bay to Santa Maria & Snorkel + Beach Time

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4-Hour Snorkeling Tour in Cabo San Lucas and Corridor

Snorkeling in Cabo San Lucas waters is the activity for everybody. The Pacific Ocean is rich in marine life like very few in this world. Enjoy spectacular views of the arch and see some of the best bays of Baja California Sur region. Guided by a professional PADI instructor, relax while spending a nice day out in the Ocean. This 4 hour tour will take you to some of the most beautiful bays in the Corridor: Santa Maria and Chileno.

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4-Hour Snorkeling Tour in Cabo San Lucas and Corridor

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Los Cabos 2 Bays Kayak & Snorkel at Santa Maria & Chileno Bay

Visit some of Cabo’s most spectacular snorkeling spots on this affordable excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to Santa María and Chileno Bays with a bilingual guide. Travel by air-conditioned van and double-seated kayak equipped with a dry bag for valuables. Get outfitted with snorkeling gear, a life jacket, and a wetsuit (if needed) and experience the bay’s subtropical fish, incredible coral reefs, and dramatic rock formations.

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Los Cabos 2 Bays Kayak & Snorkel at Santa Maria & Chileno Bay

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Snorkeling Catamaran Tour at Santa Maria Bay

Swim and snorkel in Santa Maria Bay on a catamaran cruise from Cabo San Lucas that includes lunch and an open bar. Spot the Arch, Pelican Rock, and the sea lion colony as you travel along the coast, then slip into the water to find bright coral reefs and tropical fish. This snorkeling cruise is the perfect way to explore the natural side of Cabo San Lucas with an experienced captain and crew.

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Platinum Snorkel Tour

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Tour to Arch in the only Clear Boat in Cabo Cruise Hotel PICKUP!

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Los Cabos Private Catamaran Cruise with Snorkeling & Open Bar

A Private Catamaran Deluxe Tour offers an exclusive 3-hour adventure on a stunning 50-ft catamaran in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy the luxury of your own boat as you cruise the coast, sip refreshing drinks from the unlimited open bar, and savor a delicious full Mexican lunch. Dive into the vibrant waters of Santa María Bay for snorkeling, where all gear and a bilingual guide await. With a personalized music system on board and a floating lily pad for relaxation, this is the perfect getaway for families and friends looking to celebrate in style. This activity is included in the Boat Trips Club experience collection.

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World Class Whale Watching with Breakfast and Open Bar

When we talk about whale watching, one of the best destinations to appreciate the majesty of these mammals is Cabo San Lucas because we are a breeding area of the humpback whale. The season is celebrated from December 15 to April 15. Experience the thrilling show that the whales give us when they jump through the air, or admire its majestic body that can measure up to 16 meters in length. On this tour you will visit “Land’s End” at the tip of the Peninsula of Baja California Sur, including the famous “Arco”, you will also see The Sea Lion Colony, Pelican Rock, The Finger of Neptune, The Window of the Pacific , Scooby Doo Rock, Lovers Beach, Divorce Beach, The Last Stone Formation where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez, among others. You will also enjoy spectacular landscapes such as the bay of Cabo San Lucas. Includes breakfast and open bar! Don’t miss out on this!

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What are people saying about Santa Maria Beach (Playa Santa María)

Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

Christina_J, Jun 2026

Great experience even though it wasn’t the original plan

Our original tour of snorkeling at Chilano bay was canceled due to the rough water conditions. They offered an alternative of kayaking and snorkeling by the arch where the water was calmer. It was a great experience, so glad they had an alternative activity option! Our guides were kind and calm and super helpful in the water. They even air dropped their GoPro footage of our family to us! Such a great surprise!

Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

Olivia_S, May 2026

This was an amazing...

This was an amazing experience!! The fish were so close to the surface which was really cool to see!! Our guide Marco was exceptional!

Los Cabos Snorkeling Tour to Chileno Bay and Santa Maria Cove

Sean_R, May 2026

Emilio picked us up from...

Emilio picked us up from our hotel in time. He gave us a very good experience at the beach. It was safe and he was patient and showed us how to use the equipment. We saw lots of fish, an eel and a manta ray. Water was beautiful. Emilio did an awesome job on the tour.

Santa Maria and Chileno Bay Snorkel Adventure Los Cabos

Michael_L, Apr 2026

Jonathan and Ofelia did a...

Jonathan and Ofelia did a good job getting us headed in the right direction and Manuel was a good guide as we plied the waters

Santa Maria and Chileno Bay Snorkel Adventure Los Cabos

Tyson_T, Mar 2026

Snorkeling with Victor

We had a wonderful experience. Victor was our guide and he was so kind and made sure to make our experience top notch. He took us to see whales as well as snorkeling and made sure we stayed in a safer area because the waters were pretty choppy that day. Thank you Victor for making our experience a perfect day.