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

🏖️ Medano Beach — Cabo’s Wildest Stretch of Sand Looking for sun, swimmable waves, and a full-on beach party? Medano Beach is where it’s all going down in Cabo — packed with beach clubs, wild energy, and views that make it impossible to stay serious 🌊🍹 🌞 What to expect: ➡️One of the few swimmable beaches in Cabo ➡️Long sandy shoreline with beach chairs, restaurants, and endless action ➡️Water sports everywhere — jet skis, parasailing, banana boats 🛥️ ➡️Gorgeous view of Land’s End & the Arch right from the beach⛱️ 🍾 Mango Deck = Fun, fun, fun! It’s loud, it’s crazy, and honestly? It’s iconic. Mango Deck is not for quiet lunch — expect DJ sets, funny MC, drinking contests, dancing on tables, and full-blown spring break energy by noon. You will see lots of birthdays and Bachelorette parties there too. 👉 Think of it as 18+ beach party madness with a margarita in hand and zero regrets 😎 😬 Keep in mind: The beach is lined with vendors constantly approaching to sell souvenirs, tours, or snacks — just a heads-up if that’s not your thing. You can try going somewhere further, but they will find you everywhere🤭. 💰Bring cash — for chairs, Mango Deck tabs, and tips. #cabosanlucas #bajacaliforniasur #mexico #vacation #seaside #summervacay

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