Playa El Estero (Estuary Beach): starting at the east
end of playa Hotelera, this is the gateway to the protected
estuary, home to hundreds of species of wildlife; it’s great for
nature lovers.
La Playita (The Little Beach): Though it’s not
recommended for swimming, la playita is nevertheless
an attractive stretch of sand and the home of la playa
Sportfishing — a great place to watch second- and third-
generation fishermen haul in their catch.
Playa Hotelera (Hotel Beach): a rather rough shore
fun in the sun
break means that this beach isn’t ideal for heading into
the water, but it’s a great place to stretch out in the sun (or
relax underneath a shady palapa), and visit the shops and
The beaches of Los Cabos
restaurants at Plazas Garuffi and Caracol, on the west end of
the beach.
offer plenty of places to soak
Playa Palmilla: Thanks to its calm, sheltered waters,
up the rays and get wet
this is one of the best beaches in the area for swimming
and snorkeling. located near the palmilla resort, it’s also
conveniently close to a number of good restaurants. There
What’s your idea of the perfect are also palapas that provide welcome respite from the sun.
beach — a beautifully deserted
stretch of sand that seems as
The Tourist Corridor
though its never been visited by
Playa Santa María: you’ll need to walk a bit to get here,
but the payoff is worth it: a lovely horseshoe-shaped beach
another human, or a sunny shore
with beautiful pinkish sand. The calm waters here make for
where lively entertainment and
delicious food are never more than
a few steps away?
Whatever your preference, los cabos is ready to give you
a reason to head out to the water. With a coastline that
fronts both the Pacific ocean and the Sea of Cortés — and
includes dramatic coves and cliffs as well as peaceful bays and
inlets — each beach has its own unique qualities and charms.
following is a look at a few of the best-loved beaches.
San Jose Del Cabo
Playa Costa Azul (Blue Coast Beach): a favored place
among surfers, the east cape of costa azul offers admirable
beach breaks, perfect for riding the waves. visitors not so
skilled can learn at the local surf camp or simply enjoy
watching the derring-do while they sample inexpensive
cuisine from the beachfront restaurant. nearby playa
acapulquito is also one of the best surf beaches.
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