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Travel in Los Cabos

One of the most anxiety provoking parts of any vacation is the travel to and from the destination and getting around while you are there.  This is especially true in places where there is a language barrier.  Fortunately the Los Cabos area including Cabo San Lucas is relatively visitor friendly.

Getting There:  Most people fly into San Jose Del Cabo from the United States or Mainland Mexico.  This is where the largest airport in Baja California Sur is located and is only about 20 minutes east of Cabo San Lucas.  An alternative is to fly into La Paz (the capital), but this is much farther from the tip of Baja and usually more expensive from the States. 

Getting Around:
The airport has all kinds of options to get you to your final destination. 
Taxis:  This is most efficient means of transport to any location in Los   Cabos.  There are plenty of cabs and the fair is reasonable (usually around $35 depending on how far you are going).
Busses: For those on a budget these work well, but can double your trip time and won’t always drop you at exactly the right spot.
Condominium/Hotel Shuttles: This is ideal if it is available and many have little or no cost to guests, be sure to tip your driver though.   Also know that this “free” trip may be connected to a condominium sales pitch when you arrive.
Rental Vehicles:  This is a nice option if you are going a long way or plan to do a lot of exploring of the East Cape or Pacific side.  Quality ranges from ‘wined-up’ cars to luxury SUVs or convertibles.  Prices also range from $250/week to $2000/week.  Also be prepared to make a decision on purchasing the insurance that they offer.  This can almost double the price.

Around Town:
Most hotels offer a shuttle to and from town, but at a cost.  Some are as much as $10 each way.  Once you are in town taxis, horse carriages, and walking are the choices.  Cabo San Lucas in getting bigger all the time but is still fairly easy to get around in on foot.  Rarely do you need to get in a taxi.  The bus system is difficult to figure out as some of them are for the local workers only and telling them apart and figuring out the stops is tough.  Water taxis are also available and can take you to secluded beaches, snorkeling grounds, or to the marina (cost is usually around $10).

If non of this sounds that great, then try renting a scooter……just make sure you get a helmet and watch out for the cars because they rarely watch out for you.