Cabo San Lucas located at the very tip of the Baja Peninsula marks the convergence of the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez. The famous El Arco, a natural arch at the tip of the peninsula, and the rocky pinnacles of Los Frailes (The Friars) draw visitors from all over the world. Playa del Amor (Lover’s Beach), a favorite beach, is overlooked by the arch and accessible by boat only.
Medano Beach in downtown Cabo is the place to be for all beach activities including parasailing, jet skis, banana boats, glass bottom boats, kayaking and more. Along the beach are restaurants and bars the favorites being The Office, Billigans, Baja Cantina on the Beach and Mango Deck.
A walk along the marina in Cabo offers an array of shops, restaurants and information about the many things to do: fishing, golf, ATV adventures, zip line, sailing on an America’s Cup boat, dolphin encounter and snorkeling just to name a few. There is something for everyone.
Nightlife in Cabo ranges from a quiet setting with Jazz music to the lively fun at Squid Roe, The Giggling Marlin, or Cabo Wabo. Sunset cruises are popular and range from a small sail boat with few aboard to a large vessel with dining and show. The Buccaneer Queen, a pirate ship, is a great selection for families.
Baja Sur Vacation Rentals has an inventory of vacation rentals in Cabo San Lucas ranging from a large (800 sq ft) studio condo on the Pacific Beach to a 10 bedroom home located in a private gated community with fabulous views. Let Baja Sur Vacation Rentals help you plan your Cabo Vacation. View our selection of homes and condos in Cabo San Lucas.
Villa Descanso
Vacation in luxury in this newly built 7500 sq. ft 9 bedroom 11 bath home nestled in the private gated community of The Pedregal. Villa Descanso has everything you dream about for your vacation in Cabo. From the moment you arrive you are enveloped in beautiful surroundings and ample comfortable areas for gathering.
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Villa Gran Vista
Luxury is at its finest in this beautiful 7 bedroom home with dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean. Villa Gran Vista has everything and more for your luxury home away from home. From the minute you step in the front door Gran Vista welcomes you to its beauty and the serenity of its surroundings.
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Be part of the legend as you enjoy this pirate adventure in Cabo. Being aboard this pirate ship is a fun adventure for all ages. The Buccaneer Queen offers Snorkeling Tours, Sunset Tours, and during whale season, Whale Watching Tours.
The Snorkeling Tours depart at 8:30 AM (June, July and August) and/or 12:00 noon all year round. The tour is a 3 hour adventure complete with lunch, snorkeling equipment and drinks.
Sunset Tours depart at 5:00 PM in the winter and 6:00 PM in the summer for a 2 ½ journey. The tour includes snacks, an open bar, Pirate Show and “Surprises”.
Whale Watching tours take place January to April and depart at 8:30 AM for 2 hours of fun.
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Tropical storms occur along the Baja Peninsula each year. The season officially begins on June 1 and officially ends Nov. 30. Most of our storms in southern Baja occur in late August to mid October.
Our first hurricane experience was post Isis in September 1998.
We were driving on our first trip down the Baja Peninsula to move to Cabo San Lucas and had to traverse several washes (arroyos) through southern Baja. Thankfully we missed the worst of the storm and had no problems arriving in Cabo and to our new home.
During the 11 years we have lived in Cabo we have seen several storms and many others have just missed us. The worst during our tenure in Cabo has been Hurricane Juliette which landed and stayed for a few days in September 2001.
Juliette was a cat 4 with 145 mph winds and wreaked havoc at the tip of the Baja. For those of you who love Medano Beach you wouldn’t have recognized it! The airport was closed for several days and supplies were brought in by ships to the Los Cabos area. Cabo and San Jose del Cabo were cut off from the rest of the peninsula due to the damage on the highway. In fact for 3-4 days there was no access between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.
Storms during our years in Cabo include: 1999 Tropical Storm Greg, 2000 Jimena and Ileana, 2001 Julio and Juliette, 2003 Marty and Ignacio, 2004 Javier, 2006 John, 2007 Henrietta, 2008 Julio, and this year Hurricane Jimena and tropical storm Patricia. We prepare for each storm by stocking up on water, food and gas and buttoning down all the hatches. Our Cabo staff members check on any visitors staying in our vacation rental homes and advise them regarding the storm and preparations. During an intense storm it can be pretty scary however the worst of the storm, in my opinion, is not the storm itself but the effects after the storm. Lack of services, inaccessibility and clean up are part of this along with heat and humidity and usually go on longer than the storm. For our vacation rental visitors it may mean an extra few days of vacation which is a plus for most of them.
Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo were very lucky this Aug. 31 when Hurricane Jimena took a turn and landed north of Cabo. The communities north of us were not so fortunate. Constitucion, Loreto, Mulege and surrounding small communities in the area were devastated when this destructive storm hit. The people of these areas are still recouping from Jimena.
Tropical Storm Patricia is leaving its mark with plenty of rain, 60 mph winds and some delays at the airport. We love it when it rains in Cabo but are always glad when that glorious sunshine returns and we are back on the beach!
You can find more pics about the hurricane season on our Flickr page.
The area that is known as Los Cabos was first populated by the Pericue tribe. Starting in 1533, Herman Cortes sent expeditions to explore the Californias. He founded the Puerto de Santa Cruz (Port of the Holy Cross) in 1535 which today is known as La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur. In 1697 the conquest of this region truly began when Father Kino and Father Salvatierra, Jesuit priests, founded the Loreto mission and began the evangelization of the Indians. In the 16th and 17th centuries the Sea of Cortez side of the peninsula was a favorite hiding place for pirates who plundered the Spanish galleons.
Not much was heard about Cabo until the early 1950’s, when private yachts, wealthy Americans and Hollywood celebrities began mooring in the Cabo bay to get away from it all. In 1973 the Transpeninsular Highway #1 was completed offering 1,050 miles of peninsula to be traveled by car, motor home and motorcycles. The area has been transposed from a small fishing village to one of the fastest growing resort areas in Mexico with excellent sport fishing all year round.
The area known as Los Cabos today is actually comprised of the city of San Jose Del Cabo and the city of Cabo San Lucas that are joined together by what is known as “the corridor”. Resorts, housing developments, beaches and places to visit are located in both cities and all along the corridor between them. There is something for everyone in this vacation paradise.
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Medano Beach is the place to be and to be seen! Conveniently located in downtown Cabo San Lucas with restaurants/bars and loads of things to do including:
Parasailing
Kayaking
Jet Skis/Wave Runners
Banana Boat
Water Taxis to Lover’s Beach
Safe Swimming
I suggest you pay for your beach activities right on the beach. Many times the vendors will negotiate a better price for you.
Maria Corona is a restaurant located in downtown Cabo that recently opened as a sister restaurant to Baja Cantina Dockside and Baja Cantina on the beach. This beautiful restaurant is named after the owner’s grandmother and the menu is composed of traditional Mexican dishes. Many of these recipes were passed on from generation to generation and some date back to before the discovery of America.
We have known the owner for 9 years and when he announced he was opening another restaurant we knew we could expect the same quality of food, service and atmosphere. The menu is diverse, food is delicious and service is excellent. The staff takes pride in every dish prepared, starting with the selection, care and handling of quality ingredients to the traditional techniques in which they are prepared.
Make sure you stop in for lunch or dinner at Maria Corona and tell them that Baja Sur Vacation Rentals sent you. If you’d like, take a look at some pictures we’ve taken at Maria Corona.
Bienvenidos a su casa y “Buen Provecho” – 16 de Septiembre between Morelos and Leona Vicario. One block from Puerto Paraíso – (624) 143-0123
Cabo San Lucas Beaches
Lover’s Beach: Located where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez and near the famous El Arco, The Arch, this beach is safe for swimming and snorkeling. Take a water taxi from the marina or Kayak from Medano Beach across the bay.
Medano Beach: Located in downtown Cabo San Lucas, Medano Beach is the place to be. With Mango Deck, The Office, Billigans, and Baja Cantina on the Beach along with a number of resorts and other small restaurants/bars there are always loads of choices. Enjoy a cook drink in the sand or take advantage of one of the many activities happening right on the beach which include but are not limited to: Parasailing, Kayaking, Banana Boat, Glass Bottom Boats, Jet Skis
Cabo San Lucas Beaches
Lover’s Beach
Located where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez and near the famous El Arco, The Arch, this beach is safe for swimming and snorkeling. Take a water taxi from the marina or Kayak from Medano Beach across the bay.
Medano Beach
Located in downtown Cabo San Lucas, Medano Beach is the place to be. With Mango Deck, The Office, Billigans, and Baja Cantina on the Beach along with a number of resorts and other small restaurants/bars there are always loads of choices. Enjoy a cook drink in the sand or take advantage of one of the many activities happening right on the beach which include but are not limited to: Parasailing, Kayaking, Banana Boat, Glass Bottom Boats, Jet Skis.
Corridor Beaches
Widow’s Beach
This beach is located at Km. 12.5 where the Twin Dolphin Hotel used to be. Plenty of pristine sand, tidal pools and marine life.
Santa Maria Bay
This bay is a popular snorkeling bay and is a good choice for family swimming. As a protected marine sanctuary many species of tropical fish can be seen. Watch for the sign at Km 13 and follow the dirt road to the parking lot.
Chileno Bay
This beach is located at Km 14.5 and is another popular snorkeling and swimming area. While snorkeling don’t be surprised to find loads of tropical fish, eels, starfish and urchins in the calm shallow water. Look for the hidden beaches at the southwest end. This area is well marked from highway #1.
Tequila Cove at Cabo Real (Bledito Beach)
About halfway between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, Bledito Beach is located in front of the Melia Cabo Real and The Hilton. The beaches in this area are perfect for beachcombing, jogging and horseback riding. Km. 19.5
Palmilla Bay
Located in front of The One and Only Resort at Palmilla, this bay is a long, crescent shaped bay that is good for snorkeling and perfect for swimming. Km 27
San Jose del Cabo Beaches
Costa Azul Beach
Home to Zippers, a great place to grab a bite to eat and enjoy the surf, this beach is the beginning of the San Jose beach zone. Enjoy a cold drink at Zippers and watch the surfers ride the waves. Access at Km 28 under the bridge, through the arroyo.
Hotel Beach
This beach is one mile from downtown San Jose del Cabo and along Hotel Row. At the far east end of this beach you will find the San Jose Estuary and a sea turtle nursery. Horseback riding is also available. Enter along the beach drive or access between the Crowne Plaza and Royal Solaris hotels.
East Cape Beaches
Cabo Pulmo Marine Park
Located on the East Cape this Marine Park is perfect for a day trip with safe swimming, snorkeling, diving and kayaking. Most divers make the trip to Cabo Pulmo as it is a favorite
Join Baja and Beyond on this five-day adventure where you’ll experience first-hand, the enjoyment and satisfaction of assisting an endangered species, the Olive Ridley sea turtle, as it makes its way to sea.
The 1000-acre Rancho San Cristobal Nature Reserve, a beautiful sandy beach along the Pacific Ocean just north of Baja’s Cabo San Lucas, is the venue for this unique and exciting program. We’ll search for turtles at night as they lay their eggs, then transfer the eggs to a protected nursery. There will be opportunities to release hundreds of tiny hatchlings to sea.
The camp is sponsored by ASUPMATOMA, a non-profit agency designed to protect the environment and the sea turtle in southern Baja California.
Join us for an experience you’ll never forget!
In 1986, Jacques Cousteau named the Sea of Cortez the world’s aquarium. Cabo Pulmo is located northeast of the main tourist zones of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo and is home to over 800 species including giant manta rays, dolphins, whale sharks, and countless fish, birds, and marine invertebrates. An eight finger live coral reef is located here and offers a fascinating view into one of the world’s most diverse and pristine marine environments. The reef system is the northernmost coral reef in the Eastern Pacific with 10 species of sea fans and branched corals and 12 stony corals.