La Paz, Balandra and Todos Santos from CABO and San Jose

Recommended by 93% of travelers

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Great choice

10+ bookings last month.

11 to 14 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.7

· Asia_I ·

Jan 2026

Wonderful day outside of Cabo! The guide was down to earth and very accommodating making sure everything was translated to English. Restaurant for lunch had amazing food!

· Rhonda_T ·

Sep 2025

This tour was amazing. The driver and all passengers were extremely nice- we really enjoyed every moment.

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Overview

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch

Lunch in restaurant
Entrance to Balandra Beach
Bottled water

Gratuities
Sourvenirs
Photographs

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Pick up in San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas We offer pick-up service from hotels located in San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. Pickup times will be between 4:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., depending on the location of your accommodation.( Rn high season will be between 3 am - 5 am ) If your accommodation is an Airbnb or private apartment, we will assign you a nearby pickup point. Your schedule and meeting point will be confirmed by our tour operator 24 to 48 hours before your tour date. For more information or any questions, please contact us at +52 222 367 3558. We will be happy to help you.

Operating hours
.4:00 am

Itinerary

Transpeninsular Highway (La Carretera Transpeninsular)

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Balandra Beach

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Playa El Coromuel

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

La Paz

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Todos Santos

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Transpeninsular Highway (La Carretera Transpeninsular)

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate

does not include lunch for babies
Tour operated in a Van
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Kelley_C

Our driver Manuel "Manny" was fantastic, very friendly, informative, and made sure we were all well taken care of. The trip is a fulllll day adventure, but well worth it. The beaches are both beautiful and the water is crystal clear. The provided lunch was quite tasty. La Paz and Todos Santos were very cute and both are unique but have good vibes. It gave us a great sneak peek of these little gems, we will definitely be back to visit. Overall, great day and filled with new experiences.

Reviews

4.7

based on 102 reviews

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Asia_I, Jan 2026

Wonderful day outside of Cabo! The guide was down to earth and very accommodating making sure everything was translated to English. Restaurant for lunch had amazing food!

The best of Cabo

even_m, Jan 2026

Very fun . Thank you for Antonio the driver . Was very professional . I love it . Very good . Recommend to everyone

A long day but sooooo worth it!

Rebecca_K, Jan 2026

This trip was jam packed and completely amazing! Our driver Manuel/Manny was extremely hospitable and he took great care to speak in both Spanish and English. We went to Bandalera Beach, La Paz, Todos Santos. We were able to see all the major attractions with ease and Manuel gave us tips on what to do. There was time for sightseeing, shopping, and photos. The lunch provided was an authentic Mexican meal and tasted wonderful. We were only in the area for 5 days so this tour helped as see as much as possible in one shot. I absolutely recommend it. It is a long day but sooooo worth it!

Our guide, Antonio, was...

Asami_K, Jan 2026

Our guide, Antonio, was fantastic. He made an extra effort with English that we all appreciated. Playa Balandra is probably easier on the tour than trying to navigate alone. Two hours is short enough that the parasol rental probably isn’t worth it, especially if hiking and exploring. Lunch was very good.

Fun filled day

Kelley_C, Oct 2025

Best Day Trip!

Rhonda_T, Sep 2025

This tour was amazing. The driver and all passengers were extremely nice- we really enjoyed every moment.

Beach and City Tour

Yolanda_M, Jul 2025

My first time in any Mexican city it was great! The driver and guide was very informative. The food selections were great.

First, it was a long day....

Bryan_G, Jul 2025

First, it was a long day. A break from the pool monotony of resort. Our host Kafaya (Daniel) had amazing energy the entire trip. I was the only non Spanish speaker but he always made me feel included. Bring your own towels (etc) for Balandra Beach. Highly recommend a lemonade, guacamole, chips at second beach. Go for a swim, take some amazing photos. Cool shops in La Paz/Todos Santas. Ask Kafaya anything he is very knowledgable. I highly recommend to get off resort & experience a taste of Baja Sur life & with luck Kafaya will be your guide.

Host is great but the tour is long and exhausting

Kristina_H, May 2025

Kafaya, the host, is amazing—truly the star of the tour. He constantly checked on everyone and made sure to translate everything into English so we never felt left out. He definitely deserves a raise! However, the tour itself felt too long, with too many stops. I wish there’s more time spent at playa balandra since thats the highlight of the trip. But we only stayed there for 2 hrs which is not enough to explore the place and swim. The van was also quite old, and the air conditioning wasn’t working properly. It felt like it was 85 degrees inside the entire trip. Additionally, seating four people in the very back is not ideal—it’s cramped and uncomfortable. We were seated there, and it felt really suffocating.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the service provided by our host—our team is dedicated to ensuring every guest feels welcome and valued. We’d also like to offer some additional context for future travelers to better understand the experience: 1. Tour Duration – This is a full-day excursion, and the duration is clearly outlined in the description before booking. The drive from Cabo to La Paz is significant, and we always encourage guests to take this into account when choosing their activities. For those who prefer shorter experiences, a full-day tour may not be the best option. 2. Balandra Beach Regulations – Balandra is a protected natural Park with strict guidelines on entry and length of stay, set by local authorities to preserve its beauty. Our 2-hour visit is the maximum time allowed per group, ensuring compliance while offering guests a memorable experience. 3. Itinerary and Stops – The stops included in our itinerary are thoughtfully planned to provide access to amenities like restrooms and dining options while also showcasing the area’s natural beauty. The itinerary is described in detail before booking, and we carefully follow it to ensure comfort and safety for all participants. 4. Transportation – The vehicles used are standard across operators due to the accessibility requirements for reaching Balandra Beach. We appreciate your feedback on comfort and will take it into account as we look for ways to improve. We kindly encourage all travelers to review the tour description thoroughly before booking to ensure it aligns with their preferences. A full-day tour involves a considerable journey, and the time spent at protected sites is limited by regulations beyond our control. We value constructive feedback as it helps us grow, and we always aim to provide an informed, enjoyable experience. Thank you again for your comments

False advertising!!

Brenda_F, Apr 2025

This could have been a great trip. Viator advertised this with an English speaking tour guide. No English. No information on the areas we visited. Barely understood times to meet up. Tour guide was lovely did his best. Not his fault, Viator is at fault with absolutely no care about the cost and time wasted trying to learn about the areas we visited.

A must do. La Paz will be big, so go when it gets too touristy.

Krystel_A, Feb 2025

Great day trip away from Cabo . My partner and I have done all the activities in Cabo. So we thought this activity would be a great way to explore a new town, La Paz and Todo Santos . I recommend doing the tour in the hotter months because Balandra beach was chilly in Feb, but beautiful. Enjoyed our walk to mushroom rock and hiked some killer views of the turquoise blue water. Todo Santos was a cool art town with lots of cute Souvenirs to buy some bring some dinero. Highly recommend this tour. It was a long but we enjoyted a productive day of exploring.

Beautiful landscape

Koji_J, Dec 2024

So beautiful landscape in Barandra, and great town cityscapes. One day trip and high quality and high cost performance.

Wonderful day!

Kim_V, Dec 2024

It was a wonderful day! It had been on our bucket list for years and we finally did it. It was a long day, but was worth it. Our guide, Manuel, was wonderful and we felt well taken care of and safe all day.

Best tour

Bryan_M, Dec 2024

Great all day tour and our guide was the best!!! Even the lunch that was included was amazing! The fish tacos were really good.

Day full of activities!

Alice_G, Nov 2024

Everything went smoothly. The guide was really nice and knew exactly what he was talking about and what he was doing. In my opinion, each place was enough time to explore and there was a lot to explore. The beaches were great and I loved that it took the whole day even though we had to wake up really early. I would suggest bringing a neck pillow for the car rides because the destinations are kind of far away for the morning.

Great day

Marjorie_P, Sep 2024

Such an amazing day. Balandra beach was breathtaking, gorgeous . Corumuel beach was nice too . I highly recommend this tour. It was a nice day trip , long but worth it. As far of the driver omg such an amazing guy, we didn’t feel pressure , we have enough time to swim, explore the area the driver / tour guy was so nice, professional and patient. I can’t remember his name but he need a star. This tour is perfect in my opinion to see la Paz and Todos Santos and enjoy 2 beaches .

Excellent

sunshine_m, Sep 2024

Beautiful experience great driver ac went out on our return so it was somewhat hot but other than that we were treated VIP

Great taste of life in areas outside of Cabo.

Toby_O, Sep 2024

Our driver and guide, Juan, was outstanding! Only regret is we wish we could have spent more time in Todos Santos!

Informative guided tour

Dawn_T, Jul 2024

Great tour with great guide named Ed. Beware of sea life at Balandra. Jelly fish do sting here that you can not see. Great way to visit special towns with knowledgeable guide.

Beautiful beach Balandra tour

monica_R, Jul 2024

The best part of this tour was Balandra Beach! The water was amazing and the views were everything I needed and wanted. This tour is lonnnggggg. Even though everything went as planned I feel it was very very long. We were picked up at our hotel at 410 am. I understand it was necessary to get to Balandra at a certain time bc the beach only allows a certain amount of people. However, the time spent at the second beach Corunel is not necessary. I also feel that the time spent to walk at La Paz is not necessary. The tour could be shortened by going to Balandra beach, stopping to Have lunch at La Paz and continuing to todos los santos. It’s just a suggestion to make the trip shorter and more enjoyable. The tour guide Tomas was excellent. He tried to make our trip smooth and always catered to what everyone needed.

Nice

Ana_C, Jul 2024

Beautiful beach. Short stay. Driver told us to stay 2 to 3 hours and showed up rushing everybody in less than 1. Also told us that there wasn’t shades nor places to be protected under de sun. We were under pressure to rent umbrellas and chairs, which we barely had a chance to use since he came back to pick us up earlier than expected. There were tiki umbrella covers by the entrance and along the beach.

Great way to explore outside of San jose and Cabo San Lucas

Sensei_S, Mar 2024

This was a great way for our family to see outside of San Jose and Cabo San Lucas! Balandra beach was such a beautiful spectacle, and we had more than enough time to explore Todos Santos (beautiful town)! Thomas was our guide and he was kind, knowledgeable of the places, and patient. He navigated minor hiccups really well and adapted. He is also fluent in english which helped to make the experience more meaningful. This does take the whole day! So be prepared to have all necessary items to have a great experience.

The best tour! Request Francisco as the guide!

Jackie_D, Mar 2024

Tour date(03/22/24): Francisco was the best tour guide!! He was very professional, friendly, informative and always helpful! I am not fluent with Spanish and he helped me when I needed to communicate at any stops. He is fluent with Spanish and English. This tour was exciting! The ocean views were absolutely amazing and stops were so much fun! Also, Francisco ALWAYS made sure we were all accounted for with every stop! This was my first tour and first day after arrivinv into Cabo San Lucas, so it began my vacation so well! Thank you again Francisco!

Loved it

Lizc_D, Dec 2023

This tour was amazing! Balandra is a must the tour is long but definitely worth it. 100% recommended

Waste of time/money

Joanna_R, Nov 2023

When I booked our day tour to LaPaz, Balandra and Todos Santos I specifically chose Viatours as I felt that as a reputable company that I had booked with before they would have a high standard of product and service… Initially, communication with staff regarding pickup was exceptional…felt very confident that we had made a good choice. Waited in the dark at 4:15 pm for driver, who did finally call and told me we were at the wrong pickup spot, contacted office and that was quickly addressed… once on the road ( we were 1st clients to be picked up) we stopped for 2nd pick up at the RIU and, again confusion as to where clients were, found that couple and then picked up last client at the Chedraui… our driver was just that, a driver. Did not introduce himself ( Anthony) and rarely initiated any conversations…shortly into the trip it became apparent that there was no ‘tour’… if we asked questions he attempted to answer but pretty much spent the entire drive conversing with the Spanish speaking client in the front passenger seat… Arrived at Balandra beach ( would have been helpful to have prior knowledge of kayak rentals) we did rent and enjoyed the time there on the water… virtually no information regarding the area, Anthony left to hang out (smoking) with other drivers…the total lack of service, opening car doors etc was surprising, and disappointing. After Balandra we were taken to another beach nearby which was definitely sketchy, an drug transaction was openly taking place in the restaurant, staff was surly, bathrooms extremely gross…we walked the beach and purchased a beer to get shade under a palapa… again, no sign of Anthony until he came to tell us he was leaving to help another tour guide and would return shortly, shortly became over an hour to the point that we all were wondering if he was returning … from there it got worse as he did not apologize for the delay, complained about the traffic going to La Paz, phoned our lunch orders in to the restaurant, kept saying as we arrived in La Paz that we would be there in a few minutes, it took over an hour and then after parking and walking he couldn’t find the restaurant… made a call and drove further to where our lunch was… it was cold and not nice… from there he took us to La Paz boardwalk to a jewellers where he left us for a 5 minute pearl demo and a 15 minute walk on the boardwalk to take photos with the LaPaz sign… we had all agreed by this time that we wanted to move on to Todos Santos as it was getting late ( mid afternoon) we found Anthony having a beer with a friend and hit the road…the drive to Todos Santos was nerve wracking… he drove over the limit (120) and appeared to be having trouble staying awake and on the road… upon arrival he said we had 1 hour and at first was going to tour us through Hotel California but then abruptly disappeared with the vehicle… we arrived back at the meeting place an hour later and he wasn’t there…waited at least 1/2 an hour, again wondering if he was going to return… he eventually did with a confusing explanation of issues with the vehicle that he ‘thought’ had been addressed…we were all seriously considering looking for alternative transportation from TS to Cabo/ San Jose at this point plus one of the guests was also unwell …. Anthony did not appear even slightly concerned… we also expressed our concerns directly to him about whether he should be driving, he assured us that he was ‘ok’ and again a rambling explanation regarding supervisors’ conflicting directions, car needing to go to the shop , traffic etc… We stayed with him for the drive back but it was a stressful, unhappy few hours. Needless to say, the entire day was very upsetting and disappointing, and certainly not anywhere near the standard of experience that I have come to expect from Viators… Anthony did not receive a tip and I am seriously considering cancelling my Viatour trips that I have booked in New Zealand this coming February as this experience has shaken my confidence in the booking platform. 😞

Response from Host, Dec 2023

We sincerely appreciate your feedback and apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced during your interaction with us. We want to express our gratitude for allowing us to address your situation directly and work to find a solution that met your expectations. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, and we take any experience that may not meet our standards very seriously. Your feedback is invaluable to us as it helps us identify areas for improvement and refine our services. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this process. If there are any other concerns or comments you would like to share, please feel free to contact us directly.

A Journey Filled with Insight and Memories!"

Abby_H, Oct 2023

Tomas (the driver) provided insightful information and offered excellent tips for capturing memorable pictures and enjoying delicious ice cream. He took us to the ideal spot in Todos Los Santos for the perfect sunset picture, ensuring a remarkable experience. We appreciated his fluent English, which allowed for engaging and meaningful conversations throughout the journey. The itinerary was planned exceptionally well, with ample time at the beaches. Highly recommend! Thank you!

Had I known

Marianelie_D, Jul 2023

Loved Balandra but I would have loved it more had we been told to bring our own gear. This is a protected beach so there are no refreshments or beach umbrellas available. There were several vendors outside the park but weren’t advised to purchase/rent prior to entering the park. We also went to La Paz and Todos Santos but our visit was way short and by the time we got to Todos Santos many vendors were closing.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you very much for your opinion. We will take your comment into account to improve the experience for travelers and our tour.

Fabuleusement enrichissant

Annie_L, Feb 2025

C’est une journée bien longue mais très enrichissante! Plusieurs arrêts ! Plages commerces ! Guide sympathique

Hermosos lugares 🥰

Susana_R, Sep 2024

El Mirador de la playa Balandra la vista es espectacular pues se apreciaran las tonalidades del mar , los manglares

Super Recomendado

Daniel_G, Nov 2023

Excelente Tour. Fue privado y la atención por parte de la Agencia fue excepcional. En todo momento nos apoyaron y estuvieron pendientes de cualquier duda. Lo recomiendo totalmente.