Everything You Need to Know about Cabo Pulmo BCS

This post shares everything you need to know about visiting Cabo Pulmo BCS (Baja California Sur), Mexico.

From where to stay and eat, what to do, and most importantly, how to get underwater in the Cabo Pulmo National Park.

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About Cabo Pulmo BCS

Cabo Pulmo is a dusty little town hidden down the end of a long, bumpy road in the southeast corner of Baja California Sur.

Best known for its scuba diving, divers come from all over the world to dive in one of the only coral reefs on North America’s west coast.

The Cabo Pulmo National Park is teeming with marine life and all shapes and sizes. It’s Baja’s true underwater treasure.

Despite being just a few hours from the glitz and glam of Los Cabos, Cabo Pulmo feels worlds away. It’s a taste of old-school Baja, and we instantly fell in love with this town.

There are literally three streets, all sandy. With just a handful of local restaurants (that open when they feel like it) and no ATMs, no wifi, and no hot water. The ‘supermarket’ was a little trailer selling chips and beer.

The scuba diving was amazing, but the town captivated us just as much. With just 100 residents, we adored the laid-back vibe and feeling completely off-grid.

We spent two nights here, but I wish we stayed longer. We could have easily hung around for at least five nights and included a few days of relaxing and hiking, after diving in the area.

In this post, I’m going to share everything you need to know about visiting Cabo Pulmo, so you can add this gem to your Baja itinerary!

Sustainable tourism case study

This little town is actually an amazing case study of sustainable tourism.

Historically, the town was built on pearl diving and fishing.

Come the 1980s, local community members raised concerns about the condition of the reef and the depletion of fish stocks.

The community realised that they had over-fished the area, and this lifestyle was no longer going to be sustainable – financially for them or environmentally for the fragile reef.

They had grave concerns for their beautiful slice of coral reef and realised the damage they had caused to it with overfishing and anchoring on the reef.

It wasn’t too late to save the reef though!

With the help of some academics from a local university, the community lobbied to have the area declared as a marine park, which it was in 1995. Declared by the Mexican Government as the Parque Nacional Cabo Pulmo (Cabo Pulmo National Park).

Fishing was banned, and replaced with low-impact ecotourism activities like snorkelling and diving.

A decade later, UNESCO declared the area a World Heritage Site. In 2008, it was labelled a RAMSAR Wetland of International Importance.

In the past two decades since scientists started studying the area, there has been a 465% growth in life.

This is a mind-boggling figure, and makes the park one of the most successful conservation examples of all time!

Today, the area is still inhabited by the same families, who have turned to sustainable tourism as their main source of income.

Activities in the national park are tightly controlled to protect the thriving marine environment.

The locals have retained control of the tourism industry in Cabo Pulmo, and when you visit you know you are staying local, eating local, and diving and snorkelling with locals who are committed to protecting the area and keeping it pristine.

Cabo Pulmo National Park

The underwater world is what brings most visitors to the town, ourselves included!

The marine protected area of Cabo Pulmo National Park is one of the best nature experiences in all of Mexico, and a highlight of any trip to Baja California Sur.

The reef is situated in the Sea of Cortez (also known as the Gulf of California), a vibrant marine ecosystem labelled by Jacques Cousteau as the ‘aquarium of the world’.

Thought to be over 20,000 years old, it is the largest and oldest of just three coral reefs on the west coast of North America.

Spanning an area of 71 square kilometres, the marine park is home to over 800 species of marine life.

Cabo Pulmo houses five out of seven of the world’s sea turtle species, dolphins, sea lions, Mobula rays and seasonal migrations of humpback whales

The area is also home to a huge number of shark species, such as bull sharks, black and white tip reef sharks, dusky and lemon sharks. Diving with sharks was our biggest drawcard to Cabo Pulmo, and there are very high chances of seeing bull sharks down on the ocean floor.

The reef is full of a variety of fish like groupers, snappers and parrotfish, travelling in schools so big they block all the sunlight from the surface. Spectacular.

The area is tightly regulated to protect the reef, and activities such as commercial fishing are prohibited. Tourists are able to snorkel and dive in the area, accompanied by authorised operators who are required to follow strict rules.

This was great to see, and you can tell there is genuine care and commitment to keeping the reef pristine, after years of hard work and conservation to restore it to the state it is in today.

The photo below shows some of the rules and regulations for tourists and tour operators. You’ll see this when you arrive in town. Please take the time to read and understand them, to ensure you’re doing your part to preserve the reef.

Where is Cabo Pulmo?

Cabo Pulmo is located in the far southwest corner of the Baja Peninsula, in the state of Baja California Sur, Mexico.

How to get to Cabo Pulmo

Getting to Cabo Pulmo is half the fun, and no matter which way you come from you are going to endure at least a short trip on a very bumpy dirt road.

Located on the infamous Camino Cabo Este (East Cape Road), this bone-rattling washboard road extends from San Jose del Cabo in the west, through the East Cape (Cabo Este) region, before reaching Cabo Pulmo and continuing on to La Ribera.

Your main choice is whether you are the one to drive that road, or if someone else does it for you!

There is no public transport to Cabo Pulmo BCS, so you essentially have just two options to get there:

1. Rent a car
2. Take a day tour from Cabo (this limits you to a day trip)

Driving to Cabo Pulmo

Although the drive might seem a little daunting with all this talk of gravel roads and fears of damaging rental cars, it’s really not that bad!

Cabo Pulmo is worth staying for a few nights, and the only way to do this is to drive yourself there. So, go ahead and rent a car!

We included the town as one of the stops on our road trip around Baja California Sur.

Below are driving directions for Cabo Pulmo, depending on which part of the state you’re coming from. Hopefully, I can ease your mind about the condition of the roads!

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From San Jose del Cabo/Cabo San Lucas

• 🚗 From Cabo San Lucas: 2 hours +
• 🚗 From San Jose del Cabo: 1 hour 45 mins +

If you are coming to Cabo Pulmo from Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo or the Los Cabos International Airport, you can approach the town from the north.

This route avoids the majority of the dirt road and is a relatively smooth trip.

Following this route, you will take Highway 1 past Santiago, before diverting on to Camino Cabo Este near the small town of El Campamento.

The road will remain paved through La Ribera, before turning to bumpy dirt for the final 15 – 30 minutes of the drive to Cabo Pulmo.

From La Paz/La Ventana/Los Barriles

• 🚗 From La Paz: 2 hours 45 minutes +
• 🚗 From La Ventana: 2 hours 15 minutes +
• 🚗 From Los Barriles: 1 hour +

If you’re coming from anywhere in the north, such as La Paz, La Ventana or Los Barriles, you will follow a similar route.

Except you will be travelling south on Highway 1, before connecting with Camino Cabo Este near El Campamento.

Via the East Cape (Cabo Este)

• 🚗 From Cabo San Lucas: 3 hours +
• 🚗 From San Jose del Cabo: 2 – 3 hours +

If you include a visit to the East Cape on your trip (which we highly recommend!), or you’re just up for an adventure, you can travel the entire length of Camino Cabo Este.

If you’re coming from the Los Cabos area, we suggest visiting the East Cape first and then continuing along the road to Cabo Pulmo. This is what we did.

If you’re coming from the north, like La Paz, La Ventana, Los Barriles etc. we would suggest visiting Cabo Pulmo first, then continue on Camino Cabo Este southbound to the East Cape.

This is one of the most scenic drives we have ever done, and despite the condition of the road we would highly recommend exploring the entire length of this beautiful hidden coastline.

It’s slow going, but totally worth it!

Tours to Cabo Pulmo

There are a number of day trips from Los Cabos to snorkel or dive in Cabo Pulmo, with transport included.

Although we would definitely encourage you to stay a few nights in Cabo Pulmo, we understand if that’s not possible for your itinerary.

Here are some of our top recommendations for day tours to Cabo Pulmo:

🛻 Cabo Pulmo Jeep Tour from Los Cabos: takes you along the scenic Camino Cabo Este in a 4×4 Jeep to Cabo Pulmo. You even have the opportunity to drive if you like! You’ll snorkel from the beach at El Arbolito, and have lunch at a local restaurant before driving back to Cabo.

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🤿 Cabo Pulmo Snorkeling Expedition: this highly rated tour includes round-trip transport to Cabo Pulmo, a boat-based snorkelling tour with 3 – 4 stops at sights around the marine park, lunch at a local restaurant in town and drinks and snacks throughout the day.

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🦈 Cabo Pulmo Marine Park Scuba Diving Excursion: the same tour offering as above, just for qualified scuba divers. You’ll do a two-tank dive at various sites around the marine park. Enjoy lunch and some time in Cabo Pulmo town before driving back to Cabo.

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🛶 Cabo Pulmo Marine Park Snorkeling and Kayaking: this unique offering allows you to experience two of the best activities on offer in Cabo Pulmo. After being transported from Cabo, you’ll jump in your kayak at El Arbolito beach, and spend 3 – 4 hours paddling around the marine park and snorkelling at multiple sites. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to Cabo.

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Getting around Cabo Pulmo

Despite not being the easiest place to get to, once you arrive in Cabo Pulmo BCS you can cover the whole town on foot (in just a few minutes!).

All the restaurants are close by, and most accommodation is in the town centre. All the dive and snorkel tours depart from the main beach too.

Although, some of the prettiest beaches in the area are a short drive from town, as well as the best places to go snorkelling from the shore. Your car will come in handy!

Things to do in Cabo Pulmo

Cabo Pulmo snorkelling

You don’t need to be a diver to see the reef, as there are plenty of amazing sites for snorkellers too.

Most of the tour operators in Cabo Pulmo offer snorkelling tours, or it is possible to DIY snorkel from one of the beaches.

Snorkel tours

If you wander down the very small main street in Cabo Pulmo, you will see many signs for tour operators and dive shops advertising snorkelling tours.

It seems the going rate for a tour is around $65 USD, which lasts around 2 – 3 hours and usually includes 3 – 4 snorkel stops, all your gear (including wetsuits), and the mandatory fees to enter the national park.

Your tour operator will select the snorkel sites based on the weather and the winds. They will choose according to the conditions, to give you the calmest and best snorkel experience possible.

Some sites are known for seeing turtles, there is a popular site near a sea lion colony, and no matter where you end up you are likely to see colourful reef fish of all shapes and sizes!

I would highly recommend organising your snorkelling tour in town once you arrive.

All of the tour operators in Cabo Pulmo are locally owned, and by booking directly in town you are supporting a local tourism business without including any intermediaries like online booking companies or large organisations from Cabo.

We didn’t do a snorkelling tour in Cabo Pulmo as we came to dive, but all the operators seem to offer a really similar tour, and all being locally owned I don’t think you can make a bad choice!

We had a good diving experience with Cabo Pulmo Dive House and they also offer snorkelling tours.

Otherwise, Cabo Pulmo Adventures and EcoAdventures Cabo Pulmo are both very highly rated.

Snorkelling from the beach

The coral reef in Cabo Pulmo begins just from the shore, so it is possible to enter the water from the beach and go snorkelling without going out on a boat. If you don’t have your own snorkel gear, you could get in touch with one of the snorkel or dive operators in town to rent some.

The best beach to do this from is Playa El Arbolito, around 10 minutes south of Cabo Pulmo.

At the time of writing, you needed to pay 60 pesos per person to enter the beach. Then you can head towards the rocks south of the beach and jump in!

From here, it’s possible to walk about 20 minutes to Playa La Sirenita, a secluded cove with calm waters and fantastic snorkelling.

You can also snorkel around the rocks at the north end of Playa Los Frailes.

Cabo Pulmo diving

We came to Cabo Pulmo specifically to go scuba diving.

Divers from all over the world are attracted by this pristine reef, and the chance to encounter big marine life like sharks.

Below I will share some general information about diving here, as well as our own experience diving.

Cabo Pulmo dive sites

There are a number of different dive sites around the area, offering different marine life encounters and coral types.

Read more about what each site offers here.

If you have a specific desire to visit a certain site you should discuss this in advance with the dive shops.

Otherwise, the operators will determine the sites based on conditions, and the sites they are allocated from the marine park authority.

Best time to dive Cabo Pulmo

It’s possible to dive in Cabo Pulmo year-round.

However, the best season is considered summer (June – August) and fall (September – November).

Some operators would narrow it down further to say September, October and November are the best months when the waters are warmest and visibility is at its best.

The winter time (December – February) brings cold waters and reduced visibility, but an array of large marine life.

We visited in January, and the water was cold! Even with a 5mm wetsuit, we were freezing down there, but it was worth every second to be diving with so many bull sharks!

Cabo Pulmo dive shops

As with the snorkelling tours, there are plenty of local dive shops to choose from.

All seem to offer something very similar, with similar prices, and they all have to operate within the park rules.

We ended up going with Cabo Pulmo Dive House after reading positive reviews online. We had a great experience, and would highly recommend them!

We had a great instructor Manuel, who was really friendly and knowledgeable about the area. It was $150 USD per person for a two-tank dive, with all the gear.

It was a bit confusing to find them, as they seemed to be sharing a shop with Cabo Pulmo Adventures. These guys are also a popular and recommended option.

If you want to do multiple dives and you’re looking for an inclusive package, you might like to check out Cabo Pulmo Beach Resort, which has a PADI dive centre on-site. They have a number of different bungalows available, and they offer packages that include diving, accommodation and meals at their on-site restaurant.

Our experience diving

We ended up diving firstly at the site El Bajo, and secondly at El Vencedor Shipwreck.

Our first dive was good, but we have to admit, nothing special. There was a lot of life, with many different colourful fish. But the corals weren’t overly impressive, having done our certification on the Great Barrier Reef (I think we shot ourselves in the foot here, starting off with one of the very best!).

But it was incredible as usual to be underwater and we enjoyed having a guide to do all the navigating. This isn’t the case in Australia, and we are terrible at underwater navigation!

The dive was a drift dive and our captain picked us up where we ascended.

It was our second dive at El Vencedor that was really special, and why we came to Cabo Pulmo.

This very small shipwreck is a known hangout spot for bull sharks.

Our instructor had already let us know that there was a very high, 95% chance that we would see one, and they are very used to seeing divers.

This was both exciting and terrifying at the same time. By the time we were ready to jump in my heart was absolutely racing! Brayden was, of course, fearless and absolutely pumped to descend.

We had seen smaller reef sharks on dives before, which of course don’t really compare to bull sharks. But I remembered how calm I had felt seeing them down on the ocean floor, and was trying to channel that inner zen as we got ready to go down.

Once we descended and got down the 15 metres to the sandy floor, we saw our first shark within seconds, circling around the group from a distance.

We were down for around 40 minutes, and in that time we probably saw around 10 sharks circling around.

It was terrifying and thrilling at the same time. I knew in my head that they wouldn’t attack us. But I still squeezed Brayden’s hand so damn tight every time one swam past, and I couldn’t bring myself to look at them straight on. Just in case they looked back and decided I did look like a delicious snack.

This experience pushed me to my limits but was such an incredible feeling and I am so happy I didn’t allow myself to pull out at the last minute.

Freediving

If you are a qualified freediver, I would recommend checking out Freediving Cabo Pulmo.

It is mandatory for snorkelers to wear life jackets in the marine park. If you’re a freediver, you probably don’t want to do this, so head out with a freediving operator instead.

Whale watching

If you are visiting Cabo Pulmo at the right time of year, you are almost guaranteed to spot humpback whales!

From January to April, the whales can be seen playing and splashing from the shore. And if you’re out on a boat for a dive or snorkel tour, you will likely get even closer to them!

We saw some quite close to our boat when we were diving, and when we were underwater we could hear their songs, which was really special.

If you want to focus solely on the whales, you can take a whale watching tour. It’s a much more intimate experience than whale watching in Cabo, where you’re sharing the whales with many other boats.

Most of the operators that offer snorkelling and diving can also take you whale watching, where you will spend around three hours looking for these beautiful animals in the bay.

EcoAdventures Cabo Pulmo offers these tours at the time of writing.

Cabo Pulmo beaches

When you’re not under the water, Cabo Pulmo has some stunning beaches to relax on.

Playa Cabo Pulmo

Playa Cabo Pulmo is the main beach in the centre of the town and is a beautiful spot to watch the sunset. At first glance, it looks busy as this is where the boats enter the water. But walk a little further up the beach (to the right) and you will likely have the place to yourself.

Playa El Arbolito

About ten minutes south of Cabo Pulmo is Playa El Arbolito, which as already mentioned, is a good spot for snorkelling.

This beach is sometimes called Playa Los Arbolitos.

The water is clear, and the waves are gentle here making it a great spot for swimming too.

Occasionally you can hire a stand-up paddleboard or kayak from vendors on the beach. I wouldn’t count on it though, as opening days and hours are unreliable.

It’s possible to camp here, there are basic toilets and showers, and there is a small restaurant on-site (again operating hours are loose!).

Playa La Sirenita

Accessible only by boat, kayak or by walking approximately 20 minutes from Playa El Arbolito, this is a secluded little cove fantastic for swimming and snorkelling.

You’ll most likely have it all to yourself!

Just be mindful of the tides, as the walk is best done at low tide.

Playa Los Frailes

Further south of Playa El Arbolito is Los Frailes.

A popular spot for camping, when we visited the beach was lined with RVs.

The water here is calm and gentle, protected by a cape on the northern side of the beach.

Los Frailes is the perfect spot to come if the winds are blowing in Cabo Pulmo, which is common in winter.

There are no facilities here, so bring your own drinks and snacks.

You can snorkel from the beach near the rocks at the northern end. This is also a great spot to paddle if you’ve got a board or a kayak.

Hiking around Cabo Pumo

We would have loved to spend more time in Cabo Pulmo, to do some hiking.

The ocean isn’t the only attraction here, and the mountains and desert that rise up behind it are equally stunning.

We noticed a few different trails as we were driving through the town, and we will be back one day to explore some of them.

There is a trail leading up to the hill behind town, Cerro El Pulmo. It gives you some beautiful views over the bay and beaches. Follow this trail on AllTrails. It’s relatively short but steep.

You can also walk south along the beach from town at low tide, around some rocky coves and capes as far as you would like to go. I believe you can get all the way to Playa El Arbolito if you want to!

Be sure to check AllTrails, there are tons more trail options on there.

Where to eat in Cabo Pulmo

There is some GOOD food to be had in Cabo Pulmo.

But as with most things in this tiny, dusty town, restaurants seem to open when they feel like it and opening hours are completely unreliable.

We never had any trouble finding somewhere to eat, sometimes we just ended up somewhere different to where we planned!

Below are our top three options, which I think are actually the only places we ate at the whole time we were there because they were so good that we kept going back.

Brayden still maintains that the best prawn tacos he had in all of Baja were from Cabo Pulmo!

Tacos and Beer

Our favourite option in Cabo Pulmo, but definitely the most unreliable.

The town is small enough that you can wander down and have a look if they are open, which we would advise doing before getting your hopes up for a meal!

I can’t really provide any more information on opening hours, besides the fact that the hours on Google are incorrect. And it seems they are a daytime lunch option, not dinner.

All this aside, the seafood tacos here are AMAZING! Seriously, drool-worthy.

They serve up all the usual options, and they have an incredible salad bar filled with all kinds of salsas and salads to load up on.

They are right on the beachfront, so you can enjoy your tacos and beer with your feet in the sand.

📍 Location and (incorrect) opening hours here

La Palapa

La Palapa is at the end of the main street right on the waterfront and is the most reliable option in town. They seemed to be open most days, for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

This was our nighttime option and we had dinner here each night we were in Cabo Pulmo.

Their menu is large, with local options like tacos and enchiladas, as well as more substantial main meals like whole fish and other seafood options.

The camaron (prawn) tacos here are to die for. They include some kind of delicious spice in their batter, which takes them to a whole other level.

This is the place Brayden keeps dreaming about every time we have prawn tacos, that just don’t quite compare!

We also shared a whole snapper for dinner one night, which came with rice, salads and tortillas and it was simply delicious and flavoured so well.

📍 Location and opening hours here

Los Tornados

Tucked away from the beach on the main road, Los Tornados was our breakfast option.

According to their hours, they are open all day, but we can’t confirm that they are open at night.

They had some great local options for breakfast (chilaquiles, huevos ranchos etc.), but I tried the French toast and it was delicious!

Coffee was hot and cheap, and they also had some baked treats like sweet empanadas that were great to take away to the beach or on the boat.

📍 Location and opening hours here

If you need a few more food options for a lengthier stay in Cabo Pulmo, our hit list for our next visit is:

• 🍕 Pepe’s Pizza: yummy pizza, with lots of rescued animals around the place, being cared for by the owner and his family.
• 🌮 Restaurante Tito’s: all the typical Mexican options for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• 🐟 El Caballero: the best-rated restaurant in town, with (usually) reliable hours and a wide range of local and international options.

Where to stay in Cabo Pulmo

Basically, all the accommodations in town are small, locally-owned options.

You won’t find too much info on Booking.com or even Airbnb. Most things are organised via Whatsapp or once you arrive in town.

Again, this is another great reason why Cabo Pulmo is such a sustainable tourism destination, as all the ownership and management have stayed local.

The infrastructure in town is basic, but that’s all part of the charm! Forget about wifi, you probably won’t have any hot water, but you will get an authentic, Mexican-style accommodation experience that is cute and cosy.

Is Cabo Pulmo safe?

I know heading out into the unknown, to places without a lot of information online, can be daunting. But Cabo Pulmo is very safe.

It is a very small, rural town that revolves around snorkelling, diving and the reef. There is virtually no crime here.

Tips for your visit to Cabo Pulmo

Cabo Pulmo town is nothing like the developed Los Cabos area.

If this is your usual holiday destination, you are likely to be shocked at how small, laidback and unglamorous Cabo Pulmo is in comparison.

But if you’re anything like us, and prefer small-town, local destinations you will be in absolute heaven here!

You won’t find all the creature comforts of a resort or developed city, but you will find a whole lot of natural beauty, and plenty of slow, good vibes all around.  

Here are some tips to prepare you and make your visit to Cabo Pulmo as good as possible!

Phone service and wifi

The only phone provider that has service in Cabo Pulmo is Telcel.

We set up our phones with Telcel when we arrived in Baja California Sur, and we had no issues in Cabo Pulmo.

It wasn’t incredible 4G, but we had no problem using the internet, and hot spotting to our laptops when needed.

Our accommodation didn’t have any wifi, and I’m not sure many places do.

ATMs

Come loaded with cash as there are no ATMs in Cabo Pulmo town.

The nearest one is La Ribera, and if you’re planning to also spend some time in the East Cape before coming out the other side of Camino Cabo Este, you’ll want to get enough cash.

Paying with credit card is not available at most businesses in town. Even for larger payments like accommodation or tours.

We knew there weren’t any ATMs, and we had enough cash to get by for accommodation, food etc. but we didn’t consider the cost of our dive.

I think we must have subconsciously assumed we could pay on credit card but that wasn’t the case.

Luckily we were able to organise a PayPal payment to Cabo Pulmo Dive House, but we probably wouldn’t have been able to go diving if we couldn’t have done this.

So be sure to consider the cost of your activities and diving too!

Petrol

There are no petrol stations in Cabo Pulmo, and if you are travelling via the East Cape along the Camino Cabo Este from San Jose del Cabo, there are none there either.

The closest is La Ribera, which is around 35 minutes away.

Start your journey with a full tank just to be safe.

Food and groceries

As I mentioned, the ‘supermarket’ in Cabo Pulmo town was a tiny stall selling some chips, beers and a few other snacky things.

I doubt you could have put together a meal from the offerings!

If you are staying somewhere with kitchen facilities (many of the cabañas do have these facilities, confirm before arrival) you need to stock up on groceries in advance.

The best spots to do this would be San Jose del Cabo or La Ribera, depending on where you’re coming from.

Go with the flow

Cabo Pulmo is a world away from the busy and bustling Cabo San Lucas, and San Jose del Cabo.

It is not developed in the same way, and there are not the same level of tourist amenities and services.

Restaurants might be closed despite Google saying they are open. You’ll be lucky if your shower is hot. And even if you’re with Telcel, the phone service and wifi are not strong.

But that is the beauty of Cabo Pulmo!

The laidback atmosphere instantly draws you in, and you can’t help but slow down. Give in, relax and go with the flow while you’re in this little piece of paradise.

Final thoughts on Cabo Pulmo Mexico

Cabo Pulmo is one of those places that you hope never changes, but as soon as the road is paved or one big resort goes up it could be a different town…

I really hope this isn’t the case, as we loved it exactly how it is.

We imagine that this is what most of Baja felt like before the glitzy resorts appeared.

Take our advice and allow a few days in this little town. A day trip to snorkel or dive isn’t quite long enough to experience the charm of Cabo Pulmo.

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