Explore ocean thrills, desert adventures and the magic of Mexico from a legendary Los Cabos address.
With the Sea of Cortez on one side and the desert on the other, Los Cabos is a place of endless discovery. Set sail along the coast, hike to hidden canyon pools or wander the colorful streets of San José del Cabo, all within easy reach of One&Only Palmilla.
Cast off from rocky shores to explore the sparkling Sea of Cortez. Private yacht charters cruise the coastline at a leisurely pace, while sportfishing boats head into the deep blue in search of marlin, dorado and tuna. Bring back your catch and our chefs will prepare it for dinner.
With a marine ecosystem that shifts seasonally, Los Cabos offers aquatic adventures throughout the year – including boat trips, marine biologist-led expeditions and kayak outings to the sea lion colony. Closer to the resort, Palmilla Bay’s calm waters are ideal for snorkeling the coral reefs.
Catch your first wave or refine your form on the Palmilla shoreline, one of Los Cabos’ most celebrated surf spots. Expert instructors offer personal coaching and equipment tailored to your level, from gentle lessons for beginners to guided surf trips along the wild East Cape.
From gentle walks to challenging hikes, the landscapes around One&Only Palmilla reward every pace. Wander the San José Estuary, home to herons, ibis and hummingbirds, or climb Cerro de las Chivas from downtown San José del Cabo for panoramic desert views. Further afield, Fox Canyon winds through boulder-strewn terrain to a waterfall and hidden pools, while the pine-oak forests of the Sierra de la Laguna Biosphere Reserve are best explored with a guide.
San José del Cabo is made for wandering. Papel picado flutters above cobblestone streets lined with pastel facades and galleries. On Thursday evenings in season, the Art Walk fills the Gallery District with live music, late-night galleries and a lively market in Plaza Mijares. End the night with cocktails at a local bar.
Immerse yourself in ancient Mexican wellness at the resort’s Temazcal. Inside the domed steam lodge, a local healer guides a ritual, pouring sacred herbal infusions over Baja’s volcanic rocks. Greet the day with a sunrise purification ceremony to drums and copal incense, or learn the traditional uses of six medicinal plants to create your own herbal sachet.