Los Cabos–the name itself invokes visions of natural beauty. It’s truly the complete vacation destination; however, unless you pick up and move there, you’ll have a limited time to explore and might need some help to experience all of its glory. That's why we've put together a list of our top 7 things to do on your next Los Cabos vacay. Enjoy!
1. The Epic El Arco
Located on the southernmost tip of Baja, this majestic rock formation, known as Land’s End, is the most famous landmark in Cabo, (aside from Cabo Wabo, for all you party people). Numerous boat tours will take you for an up-close look at this iconic spot--some even offer tequila tastings on the way over.
When you arrive, you can explore a couple of nuptial-named beaches: Lover’s Beach (a Cabo must-see) and then, not surprisingly, Divorce Beach. If you’re an experienced diver, you’ve hit a gold mine. The seabed offers a spectacle like no other--the waterfalls of sand in the underwater canyon. The stunning coral colonies. The large variety of multicolored fish. You might even see some sea lions!
Land's End in Los Cabos (Photo by: A True Beach Lover)2. Marvelous Medano Beach
This sun-soaked, mile-long stretch of sand is bordered on one side by the Sea of Cortez and the other by a string of hoppin’ restaurants and bars--check out Nikki Beach at the ME resort and Mango Deck. While it’s one of the few swimmable (and most popular) beaches in Cabo, use caution because the undertow is still present.
Medano Beach (Photo by: @suelee12)3. See the Sites on Horseback
Yes, you read that right. You can ride horses along the beach and take in the awesome mountain and seaside views while making a new four-legged friend. Bonus points if you go at sunset.
Horseback riding at Royal Solaris (Photo by: @kristinfeeny)4. Happenin’ Party Spots
You can’t go on a crazy Cabo vacay and not go to Cabo Wabo - it's basically a right of passage. But don't miss out on some of the other must-see nightlife spots in Cabo. For dancing, hit the Nowhere Bar and shake your groove thang. Giggling Martin and Squid Roe are also some classic hotspots for bachelorette parties and such. For MORE of a local vibe, check out Cabo Blue, Jungle Bar, Cabo Lounge and Faraway, a bar owned by former surfers.
Cabo Wabo (Photo By: R. Sanchez.)5. Serious World-class Golfing
A golfer’s paradise, Cabo has numerous courses crafted by some of the best designers in the world. Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa boasts a course situated just steps away from the championship-caliber Puerto Los Cabos golf course. It’s a unique 18-hole experience consisting of nine holes designed by Jack Nicklaus and nine holes designed by Greg Norman with ocean views that will blow your mind.
A few other nearby courses are Ocean Course at Cabo del Sol, Quivira Golf Club and Dunes Course at Diamante Cabo San Lucas. For you avid golfers, playing around on these paradisiacal greens is definitely one of the must-do things on your all-inclusive Cabo getaway!
Golf course view at Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa (Photo by: @___rks____)6. Food, Glorious Food
Prime your palates because you’re in for serious grub. You could stay here for a whole week and never dine at the same place twice. Some great spots to try are Invita Bistro and La Roca. But the place we’re most excited to tell you about is Flora Farm.
It’s an off-the-beaten-beach-path mecca for homemade cuisine from farm-fresh ingredients. Everything is fresh. For instance, the bread. A local baker arrives daily at 4 a.m. to make Pain L’ancienne baguette, sourdough and focaccia, to name a few.
Its sprawling patio is magical and the best spot to sip on al fresco cocktails. Try the Farm’s spin on the traditional margarita and the Farm Julep made with fresh watermelon juice. You can even get to-go food: sandwiches, grain salads, veggies and fruit that are of course picked fresh daily.
Flora Farms (Photo By: A True Beach Lover)7. So Many Water Activities
During your Cabo vacation, try your hand at big game fishing. You can hop on a variety of boats to catch everything from a 5-pound Sierra mackerel to marlin, dorado or tuna.
Scuba diving is HUGE here. Get a glimpse at the abundant sea life, amazing rock formations and spectacular coral reefs under Cabos’ great blue sea. You can find all levels of diving here, and the same goes for snorkeling. Any tour that stops in Santa Maria Bay is a great place to take the plunge. Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park is an excellent spot for coral gazing, too. It’s 60 miles north of Los Cabos and cradles one of three living reefs in North America.
For surfing, there are tons of spots covering a range of difficulties. Some hotspots include Monuments, Zippers and La Bocana at the San Jose Estuary, but if you’re a beginner, please book a lesson. You don’t want to mess with the Los Cabos’ currents.
And if your kind of water activity involves less water and MORE boat, book a sunset cruise and create magical memories with a cocktail in hand.
Deep-sea fishing (Photo By: @jchow412.)
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