Seeing Cabo from below the surface is the thrill. This tour’s built around a fully clear boat, so you get a window into the water while you still hit the biggest Cabo photo stops like El Arco and Lovers Beach. I also like how it packs a lot of coastline into just 45 minutes to an hour. One possible drawback to keep in mind: on some trips, the captain may spend extra time on posed photo moments, which can slow down the pace.

You’ll board with a certified guide and safety equipment, and the whole thing runs with a small group (maximum 12). It’s a mobile-ticket setup, and you’ll meet at Envatours CaboMarina, so it’s easy to find once you’re at the marina area.

Key things to know before you board

• Marketed as Cabo’s only fully clear boat tour, with a clear view of the water below you
• Hits the classics fast: The Arch, Pelican Rock, Lovers Beach, Divorce Beach, and key Bay landmarks
• Phone-friendly photo time with unlimited photo opportunities (bring your phone and keep it charged)
• Short fish-view moments can happen under the boat, but they may be brief
• Small group size with a maximum of 12 travelers
• Safety gear included, plus a certified guide on board

Entering Cabo’s water-view mode on a fully clear vessel

This is the kind of tour where the boat itself changes how you experience the coast. Instead of looking at the ocean from above, you’re looking through the water-facing clear sections, which makes marine life feel closer and more immediate. If you’ve ever stood on a Cabo viewpoint thinking the water is pretty but frustratingly out of reach, this style of boat removes that gap.

I like that the boat is described as a full clear boat, not just clear windows in a few spots. That matters because your attention can stay on the sea the whole time, not just when you happen to be lined up with a view panel. Add in the fact that the tour explicitly leans into photography, and you can treat it like a moving photo platform rather than a long narration session.

One practical note: clear boats are great for photos, but they can also make glare worse when the sun hits at a certain angle. You don’t need special gear, but do keep your phone handy and try different angles if reflections start to ruin the shot.

Price and value: what $44.10 really buys you

At $44.10 per person for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, this is a budget-friendly way to sample major Cabo landmarks without paying for a full-day excursion. The value jumps because several costs that people often get surprised by are already handled:

• You get a certified guide and safety equipment included.
• The mandatory dock fee is included.
• The tour route includes a set of major coastal stops: The Arch, Land’s End, Pelican Rock, Sea of Cortez, both beaches (Lovers Beach and Divorce Beach), and the Bay of Cabo San Lucas.

The “included” part matters because dock fees and on-water safety requirements can add up on other tours. Here, you’re mainly paying for the ride, the route access, and the clear-boat experience.

Transportation is the one obvious add-on. If you want pickup or transport arranged as part of your booking, it’s listed at $20 per person (added after booking). If you’re already in the marina area, you may not need it, especially since the meeting point is noted as near public transportation.

The Arch and Pelican Rock: short stops with big payoff

The tour starts with El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, the dramatic limestone arch at Cabo’s southern tip. This stop is listed at about 5 minutes, so it’s not a wandering-and-waiting moment. You’ll want to be ready to look right away, because with a short time window, the best photos happen when you’re quick and decisive.

What you’re really buying at El Arco is two things at once: the landmark itself and that clear-water perspective. The arch is iconic from land, but from a clear boat you’re not just admiring the rock shape above the surface. You’re also getting a sense of how close marine life and underwater features can be.

Next up is Pelican Rock (also about 5 minutes). This is another natural landmark near Cabo’s southern area. Again, the stop is brief, so use this time to:

• watch the rock and shoreline details,
• scan the water below for any movement under the boat’s view,
• grab photos quickly and then reset for the next stop.

If you like tours where you get the highlights without dragging on, these early stops are a good match.

Lovers Beach and Divorce Beach: Pacific coast contrast

Then you move to the Pacific side, where the vibe shifts from rocky “Cabo postcard” scenes to beach-and-bay views. Two stops are paired here: Divorce Beach and Playa de los Amantes (Lovers Beach). Each is listed at about 5 minutes, with Divorce Beach described as a short walk from Lovers Beach.

Lovers Beach is described as being tucked between two prominent jagged granite rock formations. That’s the kind of natural framing that makes photos look dramatic even in normal weather. The clear boat aspect adds a second layer: instead of only photographing the shoreline, you can also photograph the water texture below when marine life is active.

Divorce Beach (Playa del Divorcio) is described as a stretch of clean white sand on the Pacific coast, and the proximity to Lovers Beach is part of why these two stops work together. On a short tour, the benefit is that you get the names, the visuals, and the contrast without needing a separate ride or a longer hike.

The practical catch: because each beach stop is short, you shouldn’t treat this as a full-on beach time experience. Think of it as a scenic viewing stop paired with clear-boat photo ops.

Neptune’s Finger and the Bay: rock shapes plus sea-life watching

One of the more interesting named stops is Neptune’s Finger. It’s a rock formation in the Bay of Cabo San Lucas named for the steep rocky outcrop that resembles a finger pointing upward. This is one of those landmarks where the shape feels obvious once you see it, and it photographs well because it has a clear silhouette against the water.

The route then continues around the Bay of Cabo San Lucas, and the included description also calls out a sea lion colony. The data doesn’t list the exact time per sea lion segment, but you should expect this to be part of your Bay-focused cruising. If marine animals are your priority, this is the segment where your attention should be on both:

• the shoreline and water surface, and
• the water visible through the clear sections.

A detail that really shapes expectations: the tour style can produce quick marine-life moments. One guide-led fish-view moment is described as happening under the boat at only one spot, lasting about two minutes. That doesn’t mean fish are guaranteed the whole time, but it does mean you should watch for the guide’s pointing and keep your phone ready. When the moment hits, moving fast is what helps you get a memorable shot.

Sea of Cortez, Land’s End, and the Last Stone Formation

By the time you’re cruising toward Land’s End, you’re in that classic Cabo zone where the rocky coast and open water meet in dramatic ways. Land’s End is listed as part of the included tour route, and the Last Stone Formation is also specifically named.

Even without long stops at every rock feature, this part of the tour has value because it pulls you through the geography that makes Cabo feel like a peninsula with a personality. If you’ve seen Cabo’s shoreline on photos, Land’s End is where the land-and-sea meeting becomes more visually intense. With a clear boat, you’re also more likely to notice the underwater “busy-ness,” like small movements that don’t register from a pier.

For photography, I treat this segment as the “review your framing” part of the trip. Early stops are about getting iconic landmarks. Land’s End and nearby formations are where you experiment with angles, especially with your phone close to the clear viewing areas for that water-and-rock combo shot.

Group size, timing, and how to handle the pace

This tour caps at a maximum of 12 travelers, which is a big deal for a short 45-minute to 1-hour excursion. Smaller groups are usually easier for guides to manage at quick stops, and you’re less likely to be fighting for a view at each landmark.

There’s also a timing rhythm you should expect: about 5 minutes at each early stop and beach segment, plus longer cruising and viewing at the Bay and formation areas. That means you shouldn’t plan on lingering to the point where you feel like you missed something. You get the highlights and then you roll forward.

Now, the consideration. One review-style note indicates the captain spent extra time on posed photo moments, leading to some waiting while the rest of the group held position. I can’t promise how any single trip runs, but if you’re the type who hates delays, do yourself a favor:

• come ready to shoot quickly,
• keep your patience for short photo pauses,
• and decide early whether you want those posed-photo moments or prefer to focus on your own shots.

In a tour this short, your attitude matters almost as much as the itinerary.

Meeting point and logistics that won’t steal your time

The meeting point is Envatours CaboMarina Sn Local 15 y 16 A, Centro, Centro, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico. The tour ends back at the meeting point, so you don’t have to worry about a complicated return.

Two small details help you feel prepared:

• it’s near public transportation, which is useful if you’re not using a rental car, and
• you’ll use a mobile ticket, which means you’ll want your phone accessible on arrival.

If your time in Cabo is tight, this is exactly the kind of short tour that fits. You can do it early in the trip to get your bearings, then use the rest of your time to explore on your own.

Should you book Cabo’s Original Clear Boat Tour?

Book it if you want a fast, cost-effective way to see a stack of Cabo landmarks and you care about the underwater view. It’s a strong pick for:

• couples who want a fun “classic Cabo” overview,
• families who may not want a long active day,
• anyone who likes photography and wants a clear-water photo angle,
• first-timers who want Land’s End, The Arch, and both beaches without juggling multiple stops.

Skip it (or at least adjust expectations) if you’re hoping for a long, on-water nature session where you can count on extended wildlife viewing. This tour is built for quick stops and continuous cruising, so the most intense underwater moments may be brief. If you want more time in the water, the operator notes that you can ask about private options as well as snorkeling and whale watching on transparent vessels.

If your goal is the clear-boat experience paired with Cabo’s top sights in under an hour, this one is a solid match.

FAQ

How long is the Cabo’s Original Clear Boat Tour?

It’s listed as about 45 minutes to 1 hour.

What does the tour cost per person?

The price is $44.10 per person.

What’s included with the ticket?

Included items are a certified guide, full clear boat, mandatory dock fee, safety equipment, and the tour route covering The Arch, Land’s End, Pelican Rock, Sea of Cortez, both beaches, and the Bay of Cabo San Lucas.

Do I need to bring anything?

Bring your phone for unlimited photo opportunities.

Where do I meet the tour?

You meet at Envatours CaboMarina Sn Local 15 y 16 A, Centro, Centro, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico.

How many people are on the boat?

The tour has a maximum of 12 travelers.

Is transportation included?

Transportation can be added after booking for $20 per person. The meeting point is also noted as near public transportation.

What if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. If you cancel less than 24 hours before, the amount you paid will not be refunded.