by Rob Whitley

Created on: June 26, 2008

Vacation in Cabo San Lucas Take Advantage of 350 Days of Sunshine per Year, Where the Sea of Cortez Meets the Pacific Ocean

I'm terrible at golf, not much better at tennis and I would rather spend an afternoon at the dentist than shop. Not to worry. Cabo San Lucas offers plenty of activities to do on the fabled Sea of Cortez.

Try the 5 unforgettable water adventures next time you find yourself in the land of 350 days of sunshine.

1) Uncover the secrets of the Sea of Cortez with a scuba cruise. Take advantage of the clear underwater viewing conditions where you will explore caves, reefs, shipwrecks and encounter hundreds of species of marine life. Single day package rates are from US$65.00 to US$190.00 depending on duration and location. Multiple dive day reservations are available from US$162.00 for two days to US$480.00 for six days. What? You don't know how to scuba? As long as you know how to swim you can still scuba. A three-hour basic diving course is a great opportunity for people that are not certified and have never been diving. The basic training, held at a hotel resort swimming pool, and a shallow ocean dive under the supervision of a licensed diving instructor can be the highlight of your vacation. For more information about a scuba cruise, contact MANTA Scuba Diving Company at +52 624-144-3871 or visit their website at www.caboscuba.com.

2) Discover Cabo San Lucas by kayak. Paddle to the famous Arch, Lovers' Beach and Sea Lion Colony. Be prepared to see whales, manta rays and sea turtles along the way! Rates for 2 hour self-guided tours are start at US$40.00. Included in the price is a 2- person kayak, life jacket and bottled water. Tour operators recommend that you wear a swimsuit and carry your camera in a waterproof bag or housing. You must be at least 12 years of age and an average swimmer. For more information, contact Cabo San Lucas Tours at 1-866-348-6286 or visit their website at www.cabosanlucastours.net.

3) Enjoy a Pacific Sunset Cruise. When you are ready to relax an unwind, indulge yourself on a sunset sailing cruise along the Pacific Coast of Baja California Sur. Experience the final glimpse of the sun when the it transforms the sky from deep blue to a warm shade of gold. Board the 44-foot sailing ship, the Yael, for a two hour cruise that departs from Marina Cabo San Lucas, Dock G. Departure times and rates vary depending upon time of season. For more information contact Yael Classic Sail Boats at +52 624-128-6977 or visit their website at www.cabosail.com.

4) Board a 12 passenger, high-performance Gemini inflatable boat for a whale watching tour. Stories of people actually petting the whales are not uncommon! Rates start at US$50.00 per person for a two hour tour. Departures are from the Marina Cabo San Lucas Boardwalk. For more information contact Ocean Riders Los Cabos at +52 624-144-4129 or visit their website at www.oceanriders.com.mx.

5) Set sail on a glass bottom boat. See the rock formations, brightly colored tropical fish and sea turtles that divers see without getting wet! It is also one of the least expensive activities in all of Cabo San Lucas and the surrounding area. Tickets are available at several locations around the Marina Cabo San Lucas. Rates are from US$10.00 to US$20.00 and leave on the hour from 9:00AM to 4:00PM.

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