Open Bar Sunset Sail, 2.5 Hours

Cabo Luxury Sunset Sailing Adventure with Open Bar.

Overview

This is a two and a half hour sunset sail out of Cabo San Lucas aboard a 50-foot Beneteau Cyclades sailboat, run by Cabo Adventures. The trip departs from Cabo San Lucas, crosses the stretch of water where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez, follows the shoreline past the old lighthouse as the sun drops, then swings around the tip of Baja to El Arco and Lover's Beach in the fading light. A national open bar and freshly prepared appetizers run throughout the trip.

The boat is barefoot, which is listed as a rule rather than a suggestion, and the crew handles the sailing while passengers stretch out on deck with a drink. Spanish and English are both spoken on board. Round trip transportation is included, with pickup points in Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo and a van transfer of about an hour and a half, so the door to door commitment is longer than the sail itself.

It suits couples marking an anniversary, proposal or honeymoon, and the tone reviewers report is easygoing. One reviewer found the music on board a little loud, but the overall picture from reviews is relaxed rather than rowdy.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. PickupTwo pickup options are offered, in Cabo San Lucas or San Jose del Cabo. Pickup and drop off are included in the tour price.
2. Van transferA van ride of about 1.5 hours brings the group to the departure point in Cabo San Lucas.
3. Boarding and briefingAt the dock in Cabo San Lucas the crew gives a safety briefing and hands out welcome refreshments. Shoes come off when boarding, since footwear is not allowed on deck.
4. Sunset sail, 2.5 hoursThe sailboat cruises the coastline toward the historic lighthouse as the sun sets, passing El Arco and Lover's Beach. The national open bar and appetizers are served throughout, with sightseeing, marine life viewing and time on deck.
5. Return and drop offThe boat returns to Cabo San Lucas, then the van takes passengers back to the two drop off points in Cabo San Lucas or San Jose del Cabo.

What To Expect From The Tour

• Go barefoot. Shoes come off when you board, so wear a pair that slips off easily. The listing's bring list still suggests comfortable shoes for getting to and from the dock, plus a jacket for the breeze once the sun goes down.
• Drinks and bites. The national open bar is unlimited and includes beer, spirits and wine, served alongside freshly prepared hors d'oeuvres. One reviewer noted the crew kept the drinks flowing for the whole trip.
• Group feel. The atmosphere on board is relaxed rather than a party cruise. One traveller found the music a bit loud, so keep that in mind if you prefer quiet.
• Weather and wind. A jacket is on the bring list, which is a fair sign that evenings on the water can feel cool. One reviewer also described wind, waves and sun during their sail.
• Time budget. The sail itself runs 2.5 hours, but the van transfer is listed at 1.5 hours on top of pickup and drop off. Plan the full evening around it.
• Cameras ready. The route passes El Arco and Lover's Beach in evening light, and one reviewer praised the views of the coastline and the arch. Optional photos from the operator are available for purchase but are not included.

Common issues. The minimum age is 8, so families with younger children cannot book. Gratuities and photos from the operator cost extra, and the dock entrance fee is covered in the price. Music volume came up for one reviewer who felt it was too loud for their taste. Sailing conditions depend on the day, and the total door to door time is longer than the 2.5 hours on the water because of the van transfer.

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