Cabo – both the American and Mexican side San Lucas is known for its unique features. Cabo tours can highlight these characteristics. They make it easy to discover the beauty and history of the place. So, why not eschew the heavy drinking and bar hopping for some of the area’s natural and cultural attractions.
El Arco
Composed of granite, this large granite rock formation stands solidly at Land’s End. It is part of a formation called the Three Friars. The Arch is a natural gateway between two bodies of water: Sea of Cortez and Pacific Ocean. This landmark once acted as a navigational aid for mariners during the trade between Manila, Spain and Acapulco, Mexico. Today, you can join the visitors who come sign up for Cabo tours to see El Arco and visit Lover’s Beach.
Game Fish Fishing
While the sleepy fishing villages are no more, fishing still remains a draw. World class fishing focuses on such large game fish as blue marlin, bluefin tuna, yellow amberjack and sailfish. Tournaments are held every year, the more important ones occurring during summer and autumn.
Beaches
Visits to the beaches are very popular. Cabo tours can make certain that you go beyond the obvious. These playas are popular all year round including during Spring Break when colorful bikinis and frantic young crowds all hit the beaches. Consider the popular Lover’s and Divorce Beaches. You can also arrange to leave the Cabos for Chileno and Santa Maria in the Tourist Corridor. Here golden soft sands and picture perfect vistas provide perfect sun and fun. Snorkeling is one water sport that you don’t want to miss on a visit to these beaches. Scuba diving is another popular water sport that seems to go hand-in-hand with Cabo beaches and water.
Zip Lines
This is the latest craze to hit Cabo. Tours often include various zipline packages. Cabo has several from which to choose. All involve sailing over the canopy or surface of the nearby desert.
Art and Architecture
While Cabo has become more commercialized, you can still find remnants of the older settlement. In san Jose de Cabo, you can take Cabo tours along cobblestone streets to visit any of the following:
1. Colonial mission cathedral
2. Town square
3. The Frank Arnold Gallery with exhibits of his abstract paintings and tabletop sculptures
4. Galería Corsica displaying Mexican contemporary art such as those by Rodrigo de la Sierra
5. La Sacristia Art & History with its pre-Hispanic-inspired pottery by Mata Ortiz
Cabo Tours
If you plan to visit Cabo, be sure to make plans in advance. Of course you want to take care of your bookings for lodgings. You will also want to know what there is to see and do. To make certain you get to see it all, talk to those in the know and see about arranging for guided Cabo tours.
