Getting ashore
Cabo San Lucas is usually a tender stop.
Build in extra time at both ends of the day, especially if you are planning an independent tour or want to be first ashore.
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Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port
Cabo San Lucas is a solid port day with frequent tendering and moderate cruise traffic throughout the year, but concentrated in January, March, April, and December.
Usually tenders
Moderate traffic
~8h typical visit
Larger ships
What to expect in Cabo San Lucas
How much time will you have?
About 8h is typical
Most cruises spend 8h to 9h in Cabo San Lucas, which makes it a solid port day compared with many stops.
How busy does Cabo San Lucas get?
Some dates are noticeably busier than others.
Multiple ships are in port on roughly 35% of days, so the exact date can change the port experience considerably.
- Typical day: ~3,950 passengers
- Busy day: 8,550+ passengers
- Multiple ships on 35% of days
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September 2026
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Where Cabo San Lucas fits into a cruise
Cabo San Lucas is most commonly visited on Mexican Riviera itineraries, often alongside Los Angeles and San Diego .
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When to cruise to Cabo San Lucas
Cruises visit year-round, with the busiest season from January, March, April, and December.
Cruises visit year-round, with the busiest season from January, March, April, and December.
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Who sails here?
Ships visiting Cabo San Lucas typically carry around 3,668 guests, with Carnival Panorama, Voyager of the Seas, and Discovery Princess calling most often.
Most frequently visiting ships
- 1 Carnival Panorama 76 calls
- 2 Voyager of the Seas 40 calls
- 3 Discovery Princess 30 calls
- 4 Norwegian Encore 26 calls
- 5 Koningsdam 22 calls
- 6 Ovation of the Seas 21 calls
Next port calls
Sep 19 Quantum of the Seas
Sep 20 Quantum of the Seas
Sep 21 Brilliant Lady · Navigator of the Seas
Sep 22 Carnival Panorama
Sep 23 Carnival Panorama
Cruises that visit Cabo San Lucas
Once the port-day tradeoffs look right for you, here are some good sailings that feature Cabo San Lucas.
Koningsdam
San Diego → Manzanillo → Cabo San Lucas → San Diego
Dec 8 · 11 nights
Visits Cabo San Lucas on day 10
Good value
$1,799 suite · $164/night
10% below typical · 6-month low
MSC Poesia
Seattle → Los Angeles → Cartagena → Miami
Sep 28 · 19 nights
Visits Cabo San Lucas on day 9
$708 inside · $37/night
Limited price history
Koningsdam
San Diego → Cabo San Lucas → Puerto Vallarta → San Diego
Nov 28 · 10 nights
Visits Cabo San Lucas on day 3
Good value
$799 inside · $80/night
11% below typical · 6-month low
Carnival Spirit
Mobile → Cartagena → Cabo San Lucas → Seattle
Mar 29 · 16 nights
Visits Cabo San Lucas on day 12
Good value
$1,441 balcony · $90/night
12% below typical · 6-month low
Ovation of the Seas
Los Angeles → Catalina Island → Ensenada → Los Angeles
Dec 4 · 7 nights
Visits Cabo San Lucas on day 4
Good value
$449 inside · $64/night
17% below typical · 6-month low
Queen Elizabeth
Seattle → Los Angeles → Road Town, Tortola → Miami
Sep 24 · 33 nights
Visits Cabo San Lucas on day 8
About average
$2,242 inside · $68/night
Cruise routes that include Cabo San Lucas
These route families show how cruise lines usually package Cabo San Lucas, so you can compare the whole trip instead of judging this stop by itself.
11 Night Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez
From $899
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2 upcoming sailings
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2 upcoming sailings
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Panama Canal One-Way via Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas & Panama Canal
From $708
$708
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 upcoming sailing
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Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & La Paz
From $799
$799
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
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Panama Canal One-Way via Cartagena & Panama Canal
From $981
$981
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
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Mexican Riviera Loop via Catalina Island & Cabo San Lucas
From $449
$449
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5 upcoming sailings
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5 upcoming sailings
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Eastern Caribbean Arc via Los Angeles, Panama Canal & Cruz Bay, Saint John
From $2,242
$2,242
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1 upcoming sailing
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FAQ about cruises visiting Cabo San Lucas
Short answers for common search intent around the best time to visit, itinerary patterns, and how to compare cruises that include Cabo San Lucas.
What is the best time to visit Cabo San Lucas on a cruise?
The best time to visit Cabo San Lucas depends on both schedule density and live pricing. Use the calendar above to compare exact port-call dates and the featured cruises section to see which sailings currently stand out.
When is Cabo San Lucas busiest for cruise traffic?
Traffic patterns are still building as more schedules get indexed. Jibhop will surface the busiest months as upcoming port-call coverage expands.
Which cruise itineraries usually include Cabo San Lucas?
Common upcoming itinerary families that include Cabo San Lucas include 11 Night Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez, Panama Canal One-Way via Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas & Panama Canal, and Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & La Paz. Open any itinerary card to compare route mix, next departures, and which sailings look strongest on price.
How should I compare cruises that visit Cabo San Lucas?
Start with the best cruises section to see today's strongest pricing signals, then use the port-call calendar to find the exact visit dates that fit your trip. Once you narrow the timing, compare itineraries and ships rather than choosing on this stop alone.
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