Home Destinations Mexico and Central America Mexico Los Cabos Sights Bahía Santa María

Bahia Santa Maria Review

Read our Los Cabos sights reviews. Or post your own.

Bahía Santa María

Address: 19 km (11 mi) west of San José del Cabo, 13 km (8 mi) east of Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur

Category: Beaches
Location: The Corridor

Write a review

Fodor's Review:

This wide, sloping, horseshoe-shape beach is surrounded by cactus-covered rocky cliffs, and the placid waters are a protected fish sanctuary. The bay is part of an underwater reserve and a great place to snorkel: brightly colored fish swarm through chunks of white coral and golden sea fans. Unfortunately, this little slice of paradise offers no shade unless you sit in the shadows at the base of the cliffs, so you may want to consider bringing a beach umbrella. In high season, from November to May, there's usually someone renting snorkeling gear for $10 a day or selling sarongs, straw hats, and soft drinks. It's best to bring your own supplies, though, including lots of drinking water, snacks, and sunscreen. Snorkel and booze-cruise boats from Cabo San Lucas visit the bay in mid-morning through about 1 PM. Arrive mid-afternoon if you want to get that full Robinson Crusoe feel. The parking lot is just off the highway and is usually guarded; be sure to tip the guard. The bay is roughly 19 km (11 mi) west of San José and 13 km (8 mi) east of Cabo San Lucas. Turn off the highway's east side at the sign that reads accesso a zona federal.

Find more sights in Los Cabos »

Member Reviews and Ratings

Be the first to review this property

Get Advice From Other Travelers

Visit the Travel Talk forums for help on planning your trip

Help with Mexico Itinerary
20 responses; most recent on 11/24/2009 at 11:39 AM
If you had one week in Mexico...
11 responses; most recent on 11/24/2009 at 11:05 AM
Veracruz . . . been there, have info?
4 responses; most recent on 11/24/2009 at 11:04 AM