Pelican Rock Snorkeling: Explore the Sea World Filled with Various Tropical Fish and Invertebrates
3.8
25 Ratings
Cabo San Lucas
Dive into the vibrant world of Pelican Rock snorkeling and encounter a mesmerizing array of tropical fish, invertebrates, and stunning sandfalls. Capture unforgettable moments with your camera!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 106 - This Activities takes you to Land’s End to enjoy an stimulating snorkeling time,
    where you will have the opportunity to snorkel at Pelican’s Rock and Lover’s Beach,
    both are near the Arch.
    On this awesome experience, you will be able to see a great variety of tropical fish,
    including: Mexican Hogfish & Goatfish, Panamanian Sergeant Major, Spotted
    Porcupine fish, Purple Surgeonfish, Purple Surgeonfish, Angelfish, Balloon fish. and
    many more species.
    You will also have the chance to rest, walk, or take a sunbath at Lover’s Beach and
    Divorce Beach; both beaches are together and by the way, some say these are the
    only beaches in the world that shares two seas (Mar de Cortez and Pacific Ocean).
What's Included
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Local taxes
What's Not Included
  • The listed price does not include a $2 per hour parking fee (per hour), payable at the time of tour check-in.
  • Dock fees (USD$1 per person)
  • Gratuities
  • Marina entrance fee ($USD 1, per person)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Enjoy a snorkeling tour at a calm and protected site filled with a wide variety of tropical fish and invertebrates. You will see how a beautiful wall dive leads to the famous Sandfalls, which look like waterfalls but are composed entirely of sand. This place also has rocky slopes covered with gorgonians and graceful sea fans. In the summer months, you may even spot manta rays and big fishes. This snorkeling tour is perfect for all underwater photographers!

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • It is recommended that you bring biodegradable sunscreen, a swimsuit, a waterproof camera and cash to pay for the marine park fee
Location
Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 106
Boulevard Paseo de la Marina
The meeting point will be Paseo de la Marina But B_22 (AQUA Activities & Bryan Tours), our Representative will receive you and guide you to your boat to start your adventure.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Miles_t
Nov 20, 2023
Excellent experience, so many fish. - The currents are quite strong here but dedicated swimming places are marked out for safety. The diversity of fish is incredible and the waters are so deep it's amazing
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Cheekyewe
Mar 20, 2023
Book it!! Captain Elias was great! - There just aren’t many tour operators who would bother taking a single (1) passenger out on a tour. Captain Elias was gracious enough to do so, and I got a private tour! We went out from the marina to Pelican Rock and he gave me a preview of the fish in the area by tossing some snacks for them. Wow! Then we went off to the Arc passing Lover’s Beach and a couple others very small with no name on our way. As you can see from my photo of the Arc, there were not enough boats to ruin the view. Elias is clearly knowledgeable about Cabo and the Sea of Cortez—I learned a lot from him. Like all the beaches are public! We chatted about many different things and it was a pleasure. We returned to Pelican Rock, which is actually a beautiful beach with rock formations on which there were brown pelicans galore, juvenile gulls, and even a cormorant. I’m not the most experienced snorkeler and prefer to get in the water from a boat. Elias said it wasn’t okay to do so at Pelican, so beach entry it was. The water was cold at first touch, and thereafter refreshing. I never got chilled. The fish!!! I love that in the ocean creatures swim right up to you, no fear, just curiosity. I saw a trumpet fish, an adorable small puffer, scads of yellow-striped tangs (?) a black angel with dramatic orange tail, coral and filter feeders on the rocks — couldn’t tell much about them because the waves kept pulling me away. They were pink though, a bright pink. Oh and a Parrot Fish! He was quite large, a brilliant green with blue markings. I was so astonished to see him I forgot I had my camera!😂 I chose to snorkel about an hour. Captain Elias picked me up when he said he would. On the way back to the marina I described the fish I’d seen, and he told me their names. I found him accommodating and knowledgeable and would go out with him again! Best snorkel of my vacation.
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Kayla
Jul 24, 2022
Had an incredible trip with captain Elias! Get incredible views of the arch as well as plenty of time snorkeling :-) - Quality service! Great views of the arch and plenty of time snorkeling at Pelican Rock. Saw a sea lion in the water along with tons and tons of colorful fish
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Emily_p
Mar 14, 2022
We had a great time... - We had a great time snorkeling as a family. We saw a lot of fish and a sea loin on the rock. Little Greg was a great boat guide. We loved seeing the arch and other rock formations.
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Kaypree_sun
Mar 21, 2023
Great for A beach day - My fiancé and I needed a boat/beach day. I came across this booking and we did a bit of sightseeing by the arch. I appreciate the email notification of the change in check in time- it was no inconvenience to us but glad they communicated it anyways. Checked in at Dock1 & waited for the captain to get the rest of the group. The group with us was really kind. And the captain dropped us off at Pelican Rock. We’re experienced with snorkeling, so if you’ve never done it before you should probably learn elsewhere. This isn’t “that kind” of tour very hands off & independent to the traveler as we actually very much liked. Pelican Rock was warm, clean, the sun and sand felt great. Saw tons of colorful fish by the rocks. My fiancé and a few other swimmers jumped off the high rock for fun. And as promised we were picked up in an hour & headed back to the Marina. Thanks Little Greg for a fun time! & thanks to our captain who took the great photo of us.
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Sarahhz3129gf
Feb 12, 2023
A great time! - We had a great time on our snorkeling adventure! Captain Elias was very professional, the boat was clean and well kept. The equipment was all in great shape. We felt it was a great value for the experience!
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Leafofnature
Apr 20, 2023
Snorkeling at Pelican Rock - pick a water taxi instead - I was a bit underwhelmed at the Pelican Rock snorkeling experience. The trip to the Rock was short - in fact, we were dropped there and picked up at an arranged time. So technically, it was a water taxi ride, and for that, it was too expensive. The snorkeling at the rock was nice, we saw many colorful fishes. The beach was pretty crowded (from where we went into the water) but in the water it was nice. The pickup came on time as agreed - so no complaints about our transport
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Thomas_g
Jul 10, 2021
No Fish, Late Driver, Wouldn’t Recommend - We enjoyed the views of the rocks and the arch. However, the boat driver dropped us off at pelican rock, which was a very rocky area where snorkeling was anything but relaxing. We did not see any fish because of the high waves and were disappointed that the area was filled with boats and had no group instruction, as advertised. My friend didn’t even snorkel because it was honestly a dangerous spot. Then the boat driver said he would be back in an hour, but it actually was closer to 2 hours and we had no way of contacting him. It was a little sketchy, and I’m glad he eventually came back, but we were not overall impressed. Not worth the money. Good views, but would not pay for them.
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T3530iasteves
Apr 19, 2023
Fish hang around boats - No fish in the snorkeling area but plenty where the boats anchor due to feeding fish by glass bottom boats!!
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Shalini
Feb 27, 2023
Disheartening experience, do not recommend - I booked this for me and my two kids (14 and 8 years). Communication with the owner was always courteous and he was even able to accommodate us when we needed to reschedule. The snorkeling experience was a disaster. Owner contracted with "Little Greg" and his boat. He was dismissive and unenthusiastic, and took us to a spot which he said was 1200+ feet deep, and provided no training, no explanation, and no safety guidelines. He just told us to wear the snorkeling gear and jump. My daughter and I were not confident swimmers and didn't dare to get in the water. My son is a strong swimmer and was eager to get in. However, since he had never snorkeled before and didn't get any training, we didn't realize that part of his snorkeling pipe was back in the water when he went in. He took in mouthfuls of salty water, and I saw him flailing about and coughing up. He was so uncomfortable that he didn’t want to be in the water for more than 5 mins and was sick afterward. Right beside us, I saw another group out snorkeling, where the kids were being led by a swimmer, holding on to a safety ring and guiding them through the water as they snorkel. I had no idea that I had signed up for something that does not include any guidance and will just abandon us into the water without any help or training. We essentially ended up paying $155 for just a boat ride around Pelican beach and Lover's beach, something you can get in a water taxi for just $5 per person.
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