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Los Cabos travel guide

Desert meets ocean at the tip of Baja

El Arco at Land's End. Photo: User:Stan Shebs, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

11h 45mflight from London
SJDnearest main airport
28° in Augwarmest month
21° in Febcoolest month

Los Cabos covers two towns at the southern tip of the Baja peninsula: lively Cabo San Lucas and quieter San José del Cabo, joined by a coast of luxury resorts.

It's famous for El Arco rock, sport fishing and winter whale-watching. There are no direct UK flights, so connect via the US.

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What Los Cabos is known for

  • El Arco

    A rock arch at Land's End.

  • Whales

    Humpbacks in winter.

  • Luxury resorts

    Clifftop pools and spas.

  • Desert scenery

    Cactus-covered hills.

Top things to do in Los Cabos

  1. 1

    A boat to El Arco

    With sea lions and Lovers Beach.

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  2. 2

    Whale watching

    December to March.

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  3. 3

    San José art walk

    Thursday evening galleries.

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  4. 4

    Snorkel at Chileno Bay

    Calm water and fish.

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Where to stay in Los Cabos

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Best time to visit Los Cabos

Best value: May–Aug, Oct. November to May; whales from December to March.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 11h 45m from London to SJD, and flights from most UK airports.

Taxis and shuttles. A hire car is useful.

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Good to know

  • Many beaches aren't safe for swimming; look for green flags.
  • Prices are in US dollars.
  • Flights connect via the US.
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Los Cabos FAQ

Can I fly direct from the UK?

No, connect via the US or Mexico City.

When are the whales there?

December to March.

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