Top 6 Clear Kayak Tours in Mexico

1.Los Cabos Arch and Playa del Amor Tour by Glass Bottom Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,317 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $95Our pick

Paddle from the beach to El Arco and Playa del Amor in a glass-bottom kayak, with a snorkeling stop at Pelican Rock. Guides such as Luis, Marco, Hugo, and Pedro provide instruction, local facts, photos, snacks, and hotel or marina transfers. Morning departures usually offer calmer water and less boat traffic.

“Hugo & Michael are amazing! Definitely recommend them if you’re doing this activity. They are very knowledgeable and make it fun.”

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2.Cabo San Lucas Glass Bottom Kayak Tour and Snorkel at Two Bays

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 628 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $100

Set out from the beach in a tandem glass-bottom kayak, paddle from Santa María Bay toward Chileno Bay, then snorkel with a guide among fish, coral, and rock formations. High Tide Los Cabos provides gear, snacks, wetsuits when needed, hotel transfers, and a bilingual guide. Conditions may change the route.

“Had a great time on this excursion! Maury and his partner (forgot his name) we’re great guides! They spend time fully explaining the process and risks and ensured we had a safe and fun time. They didn’t rush us through the tour and it was the perfect amount of time split between the kayaks and the snorkeling. Would absolutely do it again!”

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3.Private Los Cabos Arch & Playa del Amor tour by Glass bottom kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Start from the beach with a private guide and tandem glass-bottom kayak. Paddle to Pelican Rock, El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and Divorce Beach, with snorkeling gear, snacks, water, and optional hotel pickup included. Early departures offer calmer water and fewer crowds. The tour lasts about 2.5 to 3 hours.

“So worthwhile. Jose Luis was the best guide: friendly, safe, knowledgeable. If you can, ask to go as early as possible - the later in the morning you go, the more crowded the waterways are. Loved getting on the water, getting in some good activity and pics, and back at the hotel by the pool before noon!”

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4.Private Los Cabos Arch and Playa del Amor Tour by Glass Bottom Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

You’ll paddle from the beach to Pelican Rock, Cabo’s Arch, and the sea lion colony in a private glass-bottom kayak. Guides such as Marco, Maury, Carlos, and Hugo adjust the pace, add local detail, and help with snorkeling. Hotel pickup, gear, water, and snacks are included, but wind may limit access to the Arch.

“Maury Sanchez was excellent guiding us to the arch and other land marks. He is a real "people person" and makes the experience enjoyable and informative! We highly recommend him!”

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5.Los Cabos Arch & Playa del Amor Tour by Glass Bottom Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 41 reviews · 3 hours · from $95

Paddle from the beach to the Arch of Cabo San Lucas in a glass-bottom kayak, with bilingual guides such as Luis, Marco, Emilio, Ivan, and Paco leading the way. You may snorkel at Neptune’s Finger or Pelican’s Rock, visit a sea lion colony, and walk Lover’s Beach if sea conditions allow. Morning departures are best.

“My husband and I decided to book a Kayak and Snorkel tour as a way to view the beautiful coastline, while also being able to snorkel at the same time. The views were amazing, and the kayaking was a bit of a workout, but nothing too strenuous as long as you are in decent shape. Our tour guides were very friendly and helpful. We booked our trip in the morning, so there was only 1 other couple with us and the ocean was quite calm at this time. This gave us great opportunities for photos both on the beach and our guides also took some of us with our cameras…”

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6.Clear Kayak at Bacalar Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 2h 30m · from $62Best value

Paddle a two-person clear kayak from Balneario Lol-Ha into Bacalar Lagoon, where mangroves, birds, and changing blue-green water fill the view below. A guide such as Tobias leads the route in English or Spanish, with time for swimming, Los Rápidos, photos, and a Mexican lunch of panucho, salbute, and empanada.

“Esperienza molto bella, si percorre un piccolo tratto di fiume per poi arrivare alla laguna, sosta con bagno e poi rientro e pranzo incluso. Guida bravissima e preparata Consigliato per godersi questa splendida laguna”

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