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What to Do in Cabo San Lucas

Are you thinking about purchasing real estate in Cabo San Lucas? Have you started to think about what you and your family/friends will do whilst you are here enjoying your new home away from home? This Bajan playground has much to offer to people of every persuasion. Whether you’re a culture vulture, a history buff, a shopaholic, or a foodie you’ll find something here that tickles your fancy.

Read on to get our list of the top ten things to do in Cabo San Lucas


El Arco Rock Formation

Anyone who visits Cabo San Lucas you should definitely got to see the El Arco rock formation up close. Known as Land’s End in English, this rock formation is a geological wonder which really does seem to be at the end of the world. You can reach this rock formation by water taxi (some of which have glass bottomed boats), by chartered yacht, or even by paddle board. If you wish you can get some great photos from Lovers Beach or Divorced Beach (remember not to swim at Divorced Beach, however, as the riptides are very strong and present a real danger).

El Arco is synonymous with Cabo San Lucas; it really is a must-see. Owners at Villa La Estancia Cabo San Lucas have prime views of this stunning geographical wonder.

Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas

If you do only one thing whilst you’re in Cabo san Lucas between October and April it should be whale watching! You can see dolphins here at any time of the year, but during these months you can see humpback whales, and maybe even orcas! You will never get tired of whale watching tours.

Camel Rides in Cabo

You might be shocked to hear that you can enjoy camel back tours in and around Cabo San Lucas
 we’re serious! Camels may not be native to this land, but the desert climate suits them just fine, and as a result camel tours are highly popular. You might not repeat a camel tour once you become a resident in Cabo San Lucas but it is certainly an activity to impress your visitors.

Downtown Fun

The downtown area of Cabo San Lucas is a hub; this is where you will find all the options for socializing, dining and shopping. Soak up the architecture in the morning, have a delightful lunch before you do some shopping, and then nip back to the hotel before dinner and a night out on the town.

Daytrips to San Jose del Cabo

For art and culture, San Jose del Cabo is a great day or evening excursion that is easy to reach from Villa La Estancia Cabo San Lucas.

Golfing in Los Cabos

Golfers flock to Cabo san Lucas from all over the world to enjoy some of the most stunning courses in Mexico in some of the best weather the world can offer. These stunning courses offer you the chance to perfect your swing while you bask in the glory of nature.

Fishing

If you’re someone who loves to fish the biodiversity of this part of Mexico will blow you away; in Cabo san Lucas sport fishing is big business, and there are even several tournaments per year to enjoy. Why not put fishing on your “to do” list for hobbies when you live in Cabo san Lucas?

Diving and Snorkeling

If you have never been scuba diving or snorkeling, moving to Cabo San Lucas is the perfect time to dip your toe in the waters, so to speak. The waters here are clear and warm and there are many different species of fish to be found here! A favored site is, of course, El Arco, but there are many others places to explore, too!

These are only some of the many amazing things you can see and do in Cabo San Lucas. When will you come and visit us to see if Villa La Estancia Cabo will become your next home?

Recommended article: What Makes Cabo So Special?

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Cabo San Lucas, Residences

Unique Experiences in Cabo – Swimming with Whale Sharks

When you become a resident in Cabo, you will discover there is no end to your enjoyment as you can access a whole host of activities. Swimming with whale sharks is just one example of the kind of unique experiences that await you and your loved ones in Cabo. This is the perfect activity during the early winter months through the late springtime. The feeding waters where you can find herds of the harmless shark species are just a quick boat ride from Cabo, and you can enjoy tours that allow you to swim alongside these gentle giants that come to the area each year because of the abundant food supply and warmer waters.

The Biggest Fish Species in the world

Whale sharks are the biggest fish species in the world as they can reach 18-32 feet in length and weigh more than twenty tons. There have been numerous sightings of whale sharks being longer than 40 feet! These gentle and magnificent creatures are slow moving filter feeders and can live up to seventy years.

A Shark or a Whale?

Whale sharks are, indeed, a type of shark and not a whale. They were named whale sharks due to their enormous size, which is more comparable to a whale. Don’t let their massive body size intimidate you, because the whale sharks don’t cause any danger or threats to human beings.

Whale Sharks Up Close

While the whale sharks are easier to watch while diving or snorkeling, it can also be done on a boat. The whale sharks swim very slowly at a pace around 3 MPH and they don’t pay any attention to humans in the water near them. The diet of a whale shark is made up of small fish, plankton, and plants that are microscopic, and they filter their foods through their gills, which is why they are virtually harmless to people. Because whale sharks swim near the ocean surface to feed, it makes it easy to see the whale sharks up close.

Swimming with Gentle Giants

It’s no surprise that swimming with whale sharks is a highly sought out activity in Cabo San Lucas. Any person that is brave and loves a daring experience should go on this activity. You should reserve a boat excursion spot that will take you to where the whale sharks are feeding, then if you see the whale sharks you can just jump right in and have an experience that you will remember forever.

Protect the Whale Shark Species

The whale sharks species are protected as they are an endangered species. At one time the whale sharks were in abundance around the world in the ocean waters. The Mexican and international laws protects the whale sharks, so if you are wanting to swim with the whale sharks you should look for a touring company that is reputable. They must obtain a license for whale shark touring. These compa.ies will ask you to wear sunscreen that is organic and biodegradable, so the whale sharks are protected. The laws in Mexico only permit two people to enter the waters along with their guide to swimming with whale sharks.

Photo credits: Cabo Adventures Facebook page.

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Cabo San Lucas, Destinations

Whale Watching in Cabo San Lucas

Every year between December and April, Cabo San Lucas and the surrounding shoreline is host to hordes of tourists from all across the globe. This is the time when thrill seekers come to this popular destination for sensational entertainment, unlimited fun and unique adventures in the Mexican sun. Cabo San Lucas has always drawn a wide and varied array of people to its shores: retirees and snowbirds looking for a second home, lovebirds looking for romance and families and friend groups on a range of vacations all come here. Yet, without fail, it is the beach destination’s largest yearly visitors who draw the biggest crowds and most attention during their five month stay! All the way from the freezing arctic waters, pods of Humpback whales come to the Sea of Cortez for some warmth at this time of year.

A family treat in Cabo San Lucas

Those who’re enjoying a being in Cabo San Lucas at this time of year should really consider heading out on a whale watching excursion; it is one of the most memorable and rewarding activities of the year! When you see the astounding displays put on by these magnificent beasts it becomes abundantly clear that they, just like you, are thrilled to be in sunny Cabo San Lucas .

The locals in Cabo San Lucas have become so accustomed to the presence of these wonderful creatures that many have opened up tour companies which actually guarantee sightings. Such tours only accept smaller groups, however, so as to avoid overwhelming or panicking the whales. Few return disappointed. As well as these almost guaranteed sightings of humpbacks there are generally up to seven other species which could be seen in the area, including Fin, Sei, Gray, Minke, Blue, and Bryde whales.

The reason these great and gentle beasts come here is because the warm waters which surround the Baja California Peninsula are the perfect place in which to raise their young before they take the long journey north once more. If you watch closely when you see them you might see the mothers teaching their young survival skills. The Pacific s a very dangerous place fobyoung calves (or ebn weak adults) due to the sharks and Orcas that prey on them so this is an important training ground.

The migration of these beasts can take up to six months, one of the longest migrations of animal in the world, and so it makes sense that they take such joy in their respite in the Sea of Cortez. Trust us when we say that if you plan your trip to Cabo San Lucas in order to see these creatures you will not be disappointed.

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