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Lovers Beach Cabo San Lucas: Water Taxi & Boat Tours
Lovers Beach sits between two oceans and can only be reached by water. This guide covers the water taxi, boat tours, safety on the Pacific side, and how to plan your visit.
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Quick summary — Lovers Beach is free; you pay only for the boat. Water taxis run all day from the marina; swim on the calm Sea of Cortez side only.
Quick summary
| Beach entry | Free (public beach) |
|---|---|
| Water taxi | ~US$15–$20 per person round trip |
| Combo boat tour | from ~US$45 (with the Arch) |
| Getting there | By water only — no land access |
| Facilities | None (no restrooms, shops or lifeguards) |
| Time to allow | 1–2 hours on the beach |
A beach between two oceans
Lovers Beach, or Playa del Amor, is a narrow sandbar at Land’s End with water on both sides. The Sea of Cortez side is calm, protected and good for swimming. Walk a couple of minutes across the sand and you reach the Pacific side, nicknamed Divorce Beach — beautiful, but with powerful surf and rip currents. The contrast is the whole point of visiting.
Because it’s tucked below the same cliffs as El Arco, most boat tours pair the two. You’ll pass the Arch, the sea lion colony and Pelican Rock on the short ride over.
How to get to Lovers Beach
There is no path by land — the cliffs drop straight into the sea. Your options are all on the water:
- Water taxi — small pangas leave constantly from the marina and from Medano Beach. You agree a pickup time and they return for you. Cheapest and most flexible.
- Glass-bottom / boat tour — a guided trip that includes the Arch and a set window on the beach. Best if you also want the sightseeing.
- Kayak or SUP — for confident paddlers only, and only in calm morning conditions on the Sea of Cortez side.
Pickup tip: With a water taxi, confirm the driver’s name or boat number and a clear return time. On busy days several boats look alike, so note a landmark for your pickup spot.
Safety: the Pacific side is no joke
The single most important thing to know: do not swim on the Pacific (Divorce Beach) side. Rip currents there have pulled strong swimmers out to sea, and there are no lifeguards anywhere on Lovers Beach. Stick to the Sea of Cortez side, keep an eye on children, and don’t turn your back on the Pacific surf if you walk over to look.
What to bring
- Water and snacks — nothing is sold on the beach.
- Reef-safe sunscreen, hat and sunglasses; shade is limited and shifts with the tide.
- Water shoes — the entry can be rocky.
- A dry bag for phones and cash on the boat.
- A trash bag — carry everything back out; there are no bins.
Best time to go
Mornings are calmer and cooler, with more room on the sand before tour groups arrive. Aim to be on the beach by 9–10am. By early afternoon on cruise-ship days it gets crowded and the water choppier. At high tide the usable sand shrinks, so a mid-tide morning is the sweet spot.
Lovers Beach FAQ
How do you get to Lovers Beach in Cabo?
Only by water — a water taxi or glass-bottom boat from the marina, or a kayak/SUP. There is no walking route.
How much is the water taxi to Lovers Beach?
Around US$15–$20 per person round trip. Combo boat tours that include the Arch and beach time start near US$45.
Can you swim at Lovers Beach?
Yes, on the calm Sea of Cortez side. Never swim on the Pacific (Divorce Beach) side — dangerous rip currents, no lifeguards.
Are there facilities?
No restrooms, shops or reliable shade. Bring everything you need and carry your trash out.
How long should I stay?
One to two hours is typical. Arrange a pickup time or book a combo tour with a set beach window.
Get to Lovers Beach the easy way
Skip the beach-vendor haggling. Book a water taxi or Arch + Lovers Beach combo online with free cancellation on most trips.