Plongée à Cabo San Lucas — Mexico

Cabo San Lucas sits where the Pacific Ocean collides with the Sea of Cortez — what Jacques Cousteau called 'the world's aquarium.' The iconic sand falls cascade over an underwater cliff edge, sea lions play at Pelican Rock, and mobula ray aggregations darken the water in autumn. Resort-heavy topside and direct US flights make it supremely accessible.

Score
70.0
Visibilité
10–30m
Température
18–28°C
Meilleurs mois
July, August, September
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Cabo San Lucas
MexicoNorth America
70.0

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22.8905°N

-109.9167°E

Cabo San Lucas sits where the Pacific Ocean collides with the Sea of Cortez — what Jacques Cousteau called 'the world's aquarium.' The iconic sand falls cascade over an underwater cliff edge, sea lions play at Pelican Rock, and mobula ray aggregations darken the water in autumn. Resort-heavy topside and direct US flights make it supremely accessible.

Where the Pacific Meets the Sea of Cortez

Visibility10–30 m
Temperature18–28°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$120
Best MonthsJuly, August, September, October
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML78.0CH52.0VIS68.0SV68.0TMP65.0DA68.0OP78.0TS90.0GT88.0VAL55.0CRD55.0SP75.0

Marine Life

78.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
75
Megafauna Encounters
82
Reef Fish Abundance
68
Macro Life
58
Endemic Species
72
Marine Life Diversity
78.0
Coral & Reef Health
52.0
Visibility & Conditions
68.0
Dive Site Variety
68.0
Water Temperature
65.0
Depth & Access
68.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
90.0
Getting There
88.0
Value & Cost
55.0
Crowding
55.0
Social Proof
75.0

Dive Types

reefwallsand fallspelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

El Arco boat tourwhale watchingsport fishingdesert ATV tour

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • San José del Cabo Art Walk
  • Misión de San José del Cabo

Non-Diver Score

10/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifevibrant

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber5 km — Hyperbaric Medical Center Los Cabos
Nearest Hospital5 km

On-site hyperbaric chamber; excellent medical infrastructure for a resort town

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Cabo Dive Expeditions

PADI

4.8
400 reviewsNITROX

Dive Cabo

PADI

4.7
300 reviewsNITROX