Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port
The most popular cruise port on the so-called Mexican Riviera, Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port welcomes liners from around the world. Known for its natural beauty, nightlife, and endless beaches, Cabo San Lucas marks the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula and acts as a gateway to the region.
The Basics
After your ship anchors offshore, it’s about a 10-minute boat trip to the tender dock in the Cabo San Lucas marina. Whether you’re all about nature or looking to party, shore excursions run the gamut; top activities include snorkeling, kayaking, sunset sails, bar crawls, culinary tours, all-terrain vehicle rides, and more.
There’s also plenty to browse in the streets surrounding the port. Many visitors start at the massive Puerto Paraiso Shopping Mall; another favorite is nearby Luxury Avenue. Or, head to the shops that cluster around open-air Gali Plaza and Plaza Bonita.
Things to Know Before You Go
Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port is a tender port, so you'll be taken ashore via tender (small boat).
Book shore excursions in advance to secure your spot on popular outings that may sell out.
Tap water in Cabo San Lucas isn’t safe to drink, so fill up a water bottle before leaving the ship.
There's no dedicated terminal building at the Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port.
How to Get to Cabo San Lucas From the Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port
A short walk from the city center and shopping destinations, the tender dock is located on Finisterra A1 in the Cabo San Lucas marina. The cruise companies provide transport from the cruise ships to the tender dock—check your ship’s tender service schedule. Plenty of taxis (including environmentally friendly bike taxis) are available to get around town, while shore excursions also depart from the dock.
Port Information
Many businesses in Cabo San Lucas accept US dollars, but Mexican pesos are more widely and gratefully accepted. The official language in Mexico is Spanish, but many people in and around Cabo San Lucas will have a good level of English.