NEWS

If it’s your first time in Cabo (Los Cabos) in March, here are the “can’t-miss” picks plus a few easy day trips.

Top things to do (first-timer hits)

1. Boat to El Arco + Land’s End

• Do a water taxi / short cruise to see El Arco and the sea-lion colony, and (conditions permitting) hop off at Playa del Amor (Lover’s Beach). Go earlier in the day for calmer water.

2. Whale watching (still in season in March)

• Los Cabos’ whale season runs roughly December–April, so March is prime.

3. Pick the right beach for swimming

• Cabo’s surf can be serious—use beaches known for calmer water (often on the Sea of Cortez side) and follow the beach-flag system (green = generally safe; red/black = don’t go in).
• If you want a simple rule: look for Blue Flag beaches (cleanliness/safety standards); Baja California Sur’s tourism authority lists certified sites (e.g., Chileno, Palmilla, Las Viudas, multiple Médano segments).

4. Snorkel somewhere easy… or go big

• Easy snorkel: Chileno Bay / Santa María on a calm day.
• “Go big” day trip: Cabo Pulmo National Park for standout snorkeling/diving.

5. San José del Cabo Art Walk (great March evening plan)

• Every Thursday 5–9pm (seasonally Nov–Jun). Galleries open late + music/streets buzzing.

Best day trips (worth the drive)

• Todos Santos (Pueblo Mágico): galleries, cafés, low-key desert/coast vibes—easy full/half-day.
• La Paz + Balandra + Espíritu Santo
  • Balandra is stunning but managed: max 450 people per time slot and an entry fee (CONANP).
  • Espíritu Santo (protected national park) for beaches/snorkeling; many tours include sea-life viewing.

Quick practical tips for March

• Water temps feel cool-ish (often ~72–75°F / 22–24°C), so consider a light rashguard or thin wetsuit if you’ll be in a lot.
• Drink bottled/purified water (most resorts/restaurants are set up for this).
• Getting around: Uber generally works around town; airport rules can be finicky, so follow Uber’s official SJD pickup instructions in-app or book a shuttle/taxi.
• Safety baseline: Baja California Sur is listed by the U.S. State Department as Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (and it notes no special restrictions for U.S. government employees there).

If you tell me (1) how many days you’ll be there and (2) whether you’re staying in Cabo San Lucas, San José, or the Tourist Corridor, I’ll map this into a tight day-by-day plan with minimal driving.

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