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CABO SAN LUCAS Cruise Excursion Options for Any Budget

Alex & Erika
Alex & Erika
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👁️ 108K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 21:56
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Other · 7 nightsFrom Long BeachVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

it's a fantastic option especially if you're on the west coast or if you're closer to the west coast

i would recommend that you do just about every excursion on your own

cabo is a is a beautiful spot to visit there's a lot of great things to do

Creator's Tips & Advice

Find out the cruise line's water shuttle priority policy to save time.
Negotiate prices upfront for excursions, taxis, or water shuttles.
Don't pay for round-trip water taxi; pay one-way each time.
Be within close proximity of the water shuttle boarding area to avoid missing the ship.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the shipStay close to the water shuttle boarding area and monitor crew members leaving to time your return.
Navigating tender processUse the larger Cabo tenders for easier access, especially with mobility issues.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best excursion options in Cabo San Lucas for any budget?
QHow do you plan a port day in Cabo?
QHow can you avoid missing your cruise ship from a tender port?

Topics Covered

Port Destination3½ Happy BaconExcursions3½ Happy BaconService Crew2½ Happy BaconEmbarkation2 Happy BaconItinerary Route3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cabo San Lucas3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Water taxi tour to the Arch (10-15 dollars a person)
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🚢 Cruising to Cabo San Lucas? Cabo San Lucas is usually the first or last port on a 7-day Mexican Riviera cruise—and it’s one of our favorite places to visit. In this video, we break down what we actually do in Cabo, how we plan our port day, and which excursions are worth your time (and money). Whether it’s your first cruise or your fifth visit, this guide will help you make the most of your stop. 🎥 Watch the full video for: • Cabo cruise port tips • Best excursions and tours • Independent vs. ship excursions • What we skip—and why ⭐ Trusted Cabo Contact (Private Tours & Concierge Services) Salvador Pano – Cabo Bliss Concierge 📱 WhatsApp: +52 624 355 6308 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaboBlissConcierge Salvador helps with private transportation, excursions, yacht charters, and customized Cabo experiences. 🔗 Our favorite Cabo excursions & tours: 👉 https://bit.ly/3OsAH8N 🐋 Whale watching, private yachts, sport fishing & more: We’ve put together detailed excursion info for Cabo (plus Mazatlán & Puerto Vallarta) on our website: 👉 https://alexerika.com/2022/03/06/mexican-riviera-cruise-port-excursion-info-for-cabo-mazatlan-puerto-vallarta/ 📷 Our main travel camera: 👉 https://amzn.to/49NGot3 🎥 All other excursion options—and how we decide what’s worth doing—are covered in the video. 💬 Have questions about Cabo San Lucas or Mexican Riviera cruises? Drop them in the comments—we reply! 👍 If this helped, please like, share, and subscribe. 📺 New videos every week! 👉 Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexErika?sub_confirmation=1 📱 Follow Us on Social Media TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alex_erika_youtube Facebook (Personal): https://www.facebook.com/TheRealAlexAguilar Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/AlexErikaSanDiego Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexeaguilar/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/AlexEAguilar 🛒 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/alexerika 🎬 Popular Videos Aiden’s Birth Video: http://goo.gl/EKm6K9 Alex Surprises Erika in Mexico: http://goo.gl/TIJB5M 📧 Business Inquiries: enjoimedia@gmail.com 🔍 Hashtags #CaboSanLucas #MexicanRivieraCruise #CruiseTips #CaboExcursions #AlexAndErika #CarnivalCruise #NorwegianCruiseLine #PrincessCruises #DisneyCruise #CaboCruisePort #CruiseVlog