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If you enjoy wide, open beaches and spectacular views of the sea, Los Cabos, Mexico is the place to go. We've made a list of a few of our favorites. This list moves you from Cabo San Lucas at the tip of Baja, along the sun-drenched Tourist Corridor to the charming town of San Jose del Cabo. Follow these links for more information about each beach.
Cabo San Lucas Beaches: Lover's Beach, Playa de Amor, is a small and sparkling jewel located at Land's End. Most people arrive by boat from the Marina at Cabo San Lucas. This is the only place where you walk from the Sea of Cortez to the Pacific Ocean in a matter of seconds. The contrast is unforgettable. On the bay side, snorkeling is heavenly, with schools of multi-colored tropical fish. There are no services at this beach so pack a lunch! The water is rough on the Pacific side. Medano the graceful curve of Médano Beach stretches along the Sea of Cortez in front of Cabo San Lucas. Lined with magnificent resorts, the beach is great for swimming, sun-bathing and people watching. It's easy to rent a jetski or wave runner from one of the many vendors. Tourist Corridor Beaches: Shipwreck, Playa Barco Varado, Km. 9.5. In 1964 a Japanese freighter found an unfortunate home here. Now fishing, diving, snorkeling, swimming and surfing are the draw for this beach located next to the Jack Nicklaus Cabo del Sol golf course. Widow's Beach, Playa de las Viudas, Km. 11, is great for swimming. Also known at "Twin Dolphin Beach," this stretch features tidepools with interesting marine life. A quiet spot to relax and have a picnic. Santa Maria, Km. 12 near the Hotel Twin Dolphin, is one of the world's most beautiful bays. Vermilion mountains drop into the water at either side of this perfect moon-shaped beach. Ideal for swimming, snorkeling and diving. Bring a picnic and make a day of it. Chileno, Km. 15 by the Hotel Cabo San Lucas is great for swimming, diving, waterskiing and surfing. Sports equipment can be rented. Local guides will help you on your way. Buenos Aires, is a brilliant expanse of beach, good for surfing and strolling; not safe for swimming. Great for whale watching. Palmilla lies just north of Hotel Palmilla. Naturally protected and ideal for swimming, diving, or snorkeling. Sports equipment available for rent. It's also the launching pad for the Palmilla fleet, one of the finest in the world. Acapulquito, The hot surfing beach. If it's too rough for your taste, don't worry...people-watching makes up for it. Costa Azul Beach is a favorite with local surfers. San José del Cabo's fishing fleet is based here and at daybreak it's a sight worth seeing as the fishing boats head out to sea. San José del Cabo Beaches: Hotel Beach Running from the Royal Solaris hotel in San Jose del Cabo to Costa Azul beach, this stretch is not safe for swimming but is great for strolling and enjoying the views. |
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