Swimming with sea lions at Isla Espiritu Santo
2 Hours North of Cabo

Two Exclusive Private Yacht Experiences

Balandra BayorIsla Espiritu Santo

by Lands End Charters

Pristine. Exclusive. Uncrowded.

Choose your bucket-list destination: Walk Mexico's most beautiful beach or explore a UNESCO World Heritage island with a wild sea lion colony. Private yacht experiences far from the tourist crowds.

Playa Balandra

Mexico's Most Beautiful Beach

Isla Espiritu Santo

UNESCO Heritage Site

8-Hour ExperiencePrivate YachtSea Lion ColonyFresh Seafood Lunch

You've done Cabo. The sunset cruises. The Arch. The crowded beaches. But two hours north, there are places most tourists never reach — pristine, exclusive, and far from the crowds. Choose your adventure: the untouched turquoise waters of Balandra, or swimming alongside wild sea lions at Espiritu Santo.

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Which destination interests you?

Your Day, Perfectly Planned

8 hours of discovery, seamlessly orchestrated

6:30 AM

Scenic Transfer

Private pickup from your Cabo hotel. Enjoy the serene 2-hour drive through coastal desert landscapes on modern toll roads.

2 hours
8:30 AM

Private Yacht

Board your private yacht in La Paz. Cruise to your chosen destination — Balandra Bay or Isla Espiritu Santo — for snorkeling, exploration, and unforgettable moments.

4 hours
12:30 PM

Return Journey

After a fresh seafood lunch, transfer back to Cabo arriving by late afternoon — relaxed and filled with memories.

2 hours

Choose Your Destination

Two exclusive private yacht experiences — each a bucket-list adventure

Playa Balandra turquoise waters and white sand
Mexico's Most Beautiful Beach

Playa Balandra

  • Crystal turquoise water, shallow and calm
  • Iconic El Hongo (Mushroom Rock) formation
  • Protected Natural Area since 2008
  • Limited daily visitors — pristine, not crowded
California sea lions swimming at Los Islotes
UNESCO World Heritage Site

Isla Espiritu Santo & Los Islotes

  • Cruise by a massive Sea Lion Colony (300-800 sea lions)
  • Optional: Add swim with sea lions experience
  • World-class snorkeling with tropical fish
  • Whale & dolphin sightings (Dec-Apr)

Everything's Taken Care Of

All you do is show up and experience

Private ground transportation both ways
Fully crewed private yacht
All snorkeling gear included
Fresh seafood lunch
National park permits
Groups up to 20 guests
Cruise by the Sea Lion Colony (swim optional on island trip)
Professional bilingual guides
Open bar (cocktails, mixers, soft drinks, beer, wine)

Why Cabo Regulars Choose This

You've done the Arch

Discover pristine, protected marine ecosystems

Crowded Cabo beaches

Limited daily visitors at Balandra — your own slice of paradise

Standard yacht cruises

Swim alongside wild sea lions in their natural habitat

Tourist-heavy experiences

Authentic discovery most travelers never find

Best Season

October through May

Calm seas, excellent visibility, and sea lion interaction season

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The Journey

The Serene Drive is Part of the Experience

The 2-hour drive from Cabo to La Paz isn't a hassle — it's a transition from resort mode to discoverymode. Modern toll roads wind through dramatic coastal desert landscapes while your professional bilingual driver handles everything.

  • 103 miles via modern, well-maintained toll roads
  • Comparable to US interstate quality
  • Professional, bilingual driver
  • Safe daylight travel both ways
Scenic Baja California highway
9-Time TripAdvisor Award Winner

What Guests Say

We've been to Cabo five times. This was hands-down the most memorable day we've ever had. Swimming with sea lions was surreal.

Jennifer M.

San Diego, CA

Worth every second of the drive. Balandra is the most beautiful beach I've ever seen, and I've been to the Maldives.

David & Sarah T.

Austin, TX

The crew was incredible. Everything was seamless. We didn't have to think about anything — just enjoy. Already planning our return.

Michael R.

Phoenix, AZ

Ready to Discover Something Extraordinary?

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Questions? Call us at 800-281-5778 or WhatsApp 624-121-0536