2025 Baja California Sur Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

If you are travelling to Cabo San Lucas or Los Cabos, please, spend couple days in La Paz. Promise, you won't regret it! It's a nice authentic Mexican town, calm and beautiful. Here's what we did in 2 days. 🐚 Day 1 – Ocean Adventure & Sunset Stroll 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM 🚤 Full-day boat excursion Let’s be honest — Isla Espíritu Santo is the reason most people come to La Paz. And once you see it, you’ll get it. ✔ Isla Espíritu Santo – remote, pristine, and ridiculously beautiful ✔ Snorkeling with wild sea lions – playful, fast, and surprisingly friendly 🦭 ✔ Balandra Beach – famous for its shallow turquoise waters and 🍄 Mushroom Rock 💡 Pro tip: Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a dry bag, and water shoes if you plan to climb closer to the rock. 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 🌅 Evening on the Malecón Back on land, slow the pace with a walk along La Paz’s peaceful Malecón. ✔ Endless sea views ✔ Sunset vibes in every direction ✔ Grab tacos, fresh juice, or a cold cerveza along the way 🌮🍻 🌵 Day 2 – Views, Culture & Beach Bliss 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM ⛰️ Hike to Mirador Balandra This short hike offers next-level views of the coastline — the kind that make you stop and just breathe. ✔ Trail lined with giant cacti 🌵 ✔ Red cliffs + white beaches + blue sea = unreal combo ✔ Windy at the top, but 100% worth it 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 🏛️ Explore the city center A quick culture fix before hitting the beach. ✔ Stroll La Paz’s historic core ✔ Visit Nuestra Señora de La Paz Cathedral ⛪ – peaceful & photogenic ✔ Grab coffee or pastries at a local café ☕ 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM 🏖️ Chill at Playa El Tesoro Its name means “the treasure” — and yes, it lives up to it. ✔ Calm, clear, shallow water ✔ Perfect for floating & relaxing ✔ Nearby seafood restaurants for a casual lunch 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM 🌄 Sunset at Cerro de la Calavera End your La Paz adventure on a high note — literally. ✔ Easy hike to a wide-open viewpoint ✔ 360° views over the desert and sea ✔ Peaceful, golden, and crowd-free #mexico #lapaz #bajacalifornia #ocean #tripmoments #sunsetview #summer_destinastion #vacation #beach

I've seen many beautiful places on Earth, but this one...💔 🌟 What makes it special: This isn’t your average hike — it’s led by Enrique, a local dog trainer who runs a rescue and invites hikers to join his pack of 10+ well-trained dogs up the trail. You walk, you climb, and you vibe… with dogs 🐕🌄 It’s also free (tips appreciated!) and THE ONLY LEGAL WAY to hike Mt. Solmar. 🕗 Logistics: • 📍 Meet at the Dog Training Camp just behind the marina • ⏰ Hikes usually start at 8 AM sharp (sometimes a 4:30 AM sunrise version on weekends!) • 🧢 Bring: sneakers, water, sunscreen, and some pesos for a tip 🥾 Trail experience: The trail starts mellow, then turns into rocky scrambles and narrow desert paths, with cacti everywhere 🌵 The dogs lead the way, and Enrique shares cool stories while watching out for snakes (with help from the pups 🐍👀). It’s fun, active, and completely unique — no guide ropes, no signs, just nature. 🌊 The reward: At the top: 360° views of Cabo, the Sea of Cortez, Pacific Ocean, and iconic Land’s End. You might even see whales breaching in the distance 🐋 Photos don’t do it justice. And honestly? The dogs make it 10x more memorable. ➡️Most hikers say it’s one of the best things they did in Cabo. Can't but agree. And not only in Cabo. #tripmoments #vacation #hike #solmar #mtsolmar #cabosanlucas #bajacalifornia #mexico #pacific #pacificocean #oceanview #summerhike #morninghike

🇲🇽Looking for a hotel in Cabo that’s right where the action is — but still lets you chill in a hot tub with a view? Tesoro Los Cabos is the one. 💸 First win? The price. For what you get — location, views, amenities — it's super reasonable. Total value without blowing your vacation budget 👌 🌴 Location? Unbeatable. You’re right on the marina, which means you’ve got bars, restaurants, shops, a supermarket, and even the local mall all around you. Walk 5 minutes and you’re in the heart of the city. 🦭 And I’m not kidding — sea lions sunbathe right outside the hotel, and pelicans just vibe on the yachts like they own the place. It’s wild and wonderful. 🏢The hotel itself is huge — two buildings linked by a bridge, and there's a tall lighthouse nearby that makes it feel like your own personal landmark. You can always spot your hotel from anywhere in the marina 🗼 👙Now, let’s talk about that rooftop pool zone: ➡️Big pool with mountain views ➡️ Two hot tubs (hello sunset soak!) ➡️Lively bar with music and all the vibes ➡️Plus, this is where the buffet breakfast is served every morning 🍳☀️🎶 🍳Feeling more low-key? Head to the à la carte breakfast spot on the 1st floor for a quieter start to your day. 🛏️ Rooms are clean and comfy, and the staff is friendly — just remember: they’ll usually expect a small tip, so keep some pesos/dollars handy. 🚶♀️And if you want beach time, Medano Beach is only a 20-minute walk away — totally worth the stroll for that soft sand and swimmable water. #mexico #cabosanlucas #loscabos #bajacalifornia #summerspritz #summerholiday #vacation #tripmoments #seascapes

Playa Balandra isn't just another beach — it’s a whole journey. We took a speedboat across the bay as part of an excursion, and honestly? That alone was worth it 💨🌊 You completely skip the long car line (since entry is limited) and glide straight into paradise. ✨ On the way, we spotted whales breaching in the distance 🐋 (last picture), and even passed a sunken yacht lying dramatically on the water’s surface — kind of eerie, kind of cool (picture 6)🛥️👀 Once we arrived, it felt like stepping into a dream: shallow turquoise water you can walk through for what feels like forever. Cold at first? Yes ❄️. But totally refreshing under that Baja sun 😎☀️ Of course, we made our way to the famous Hongo de Balandra — the mushroom-shaped rock you have to see in person 🍄📸 ⚠️ Bring water shoes if you want to get close — the rocks are sharp and slippery! ➡️Just know: excursions give you limited time on the beach (about 30-40 minutes). Since you can't swim there due to shallow water, that's enough of time. Still, every second there is worth it. #playa #bajacalifornia #mexico #lapaz #beach #turquoisewaters #bajacaliforniasur

Mirador Balandra took my breath away — literally and figuratively. After a short 20 min hike (which you can manage in slippers) through desert trails dotted with cacti of all shapes and sizes (seriously, check photo #4 — that cactus was massive 🌵📸), we reached the top… and just stood there in silence. The view was unbelievable: glowing turquoise water, soft white sand, and layers of desert mountains beyond. It felt more like a painting than real life 🎨🌴 Part of me didn’t even want to post this — it felt like one of those secret places you want to keep just for yourself. But okay, here you go 🤭 ✅ Just 30 mins drive from La Paz. There’s free parking and no entry fee. It gets windy at the top, so hold onto your hat — but wow, it’s worth it. It's one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen. 📍If you're anywhere near La Paz or Cabo… don’t skip it. Seriously. #lapaz #cabosanlucas #bajacalifornia #mexico #cacti #desert #deserthikes

#FuriTabi 🕰️Business hours Open from 8am. There was no one there when we arrived. An hour later, a couple arrived. It's almost a private beach🙆♀️ 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities There are only birds. It's a good idea to bring a parasol. The water is not deep and it's easy to swim. Very quiet, almost no people. 📍Location Mexico Baja California Sur El Saltito 💰Price per person Free 💞Reasons for recommendation No people Beautiful sea 🗓️Itinerary management About an hour by car from La Paz city The drive is also spectacular