Cabo beaches, El Arco and whale watching
Los Cabos
Los Cabos · Desert-meets-sea resorts on Baja
At the tip of the Baja peninsula, Los Cabos is where desert mountains meet the Sea of Cortez. Twin towns — lively Cabo San Lucas and artsy San Jose del Cabo — bracket a coast of golden beaches, luxury resorts and winter whales.
Top sightsSights
El Arco
The iconic sea arch at Land’s End, reached by boat.
Playa del Amor
A secluded beach between the Pacific and the Sea of Cortez.
San Jose del Cabo
A colonial town with a Thursday art walk.
Whale watching
Gray and humpback whales pass close from Dec to Apr.
Todos Santos
A bohemian Pueblo Magico up the Pacific coast.
What to eatFood
Fish tacos
Battered fish in tortillas with lime and slaw, Baja-style.
Chocolate clams
Local clams grilled with butter and garlic.
Damiana margarita
A regional cocktail made with local damiana liqueur.
Good to know
- The Sea of Cortez side is calm; the Pacific side has strong rips.
- Book whale tours from December through March.
- A car helps for reaching Todos Santos and quieter beaches.
Getting there
Los Cabos Airport (SJD) sits near San Jose del Cabo, about 40 minutes from Cabo San Lucas.
Next city
Mexico City