15 Photography Sessions in Mexico to Build a Day Around

1.Whale Watching Cabo-Women crew-Sightings Guaranteed & Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,743 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $100Our pick

Small-group Cabo whale watching with marine biologists, whale songs, Arch photos, and a free return trip if no whales appear.

“Spectacular!! Dany and Nicky are the best. Highly skilled at locating whales and answered all our questions. So knowledgeable. we saw a mating ritual AND a mother teaching her baby all the whale skills. During a lull Dany dropped a hydrophone so we could listen to the whale songs and chats. HIGHLY recommend the tour. Small, fast boat and Dany took pictures to send us so we could just watch and enjoy. be prepared to get wet, its part of going fast on a small boat, and really fun.”

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2.Guided Tour Los Cabos: Boat | Tacos & Tequila | Photos & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 472 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $106

Review of a Los Cabos half-day tour with a clear boat ride, Arch views, tacos, tequila, San José del Cabo, photos, and hotel pickup.

“We had such a great time on our tour our driver Dennis was amazing ,very knowledgeable about the history of Los Cabo, took us on amazing time. Would definately do it again”

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3.Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard Tour with Breakfast & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Paddle Bacalar’s Lagoon of Seven Colors at sunrise, swim near Cocos Island, enjoy breakfast, and receive GoPro photos for $33.86.

“It was a fun last activity in Bacalar and very enjoyable. Miguel was very kind and sweet and so was everybody else in my group. When we got to the Black Cenote I wanted to jump from the board and got frightened at the last minute. He actually held my hand (literally) and jumped with me and everybody clapped. I felt so accomplished:) Such a sweet memory.”

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4.Los Cabos Whale Watching (Transportation and Pictures Included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 290 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Review of a small-group Cabo whale-watching tour with hotel pickup, Arch photos, expert guides, snacks, and free professional pictures.

“We weren't packed in like sardines like most of the tours! Our guide Pablo knew everything and anything about the area and the whales. We saw quite a few whales and had an awesome day! We all got some amazing pictures which is not easy when you have second to snap a shot once you see them! I highly recommend?”

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5.Swim with Turtles in Akumal + GoPro Photo Session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $53

Swim with green turtles in protected Akumal Bay on a private one-hour tour with a guide, snorkel gear, and GoPro photos included.

“Rodrigo was our guide- he was wonderful! My cousin had not snorkeled before and he made her feel safe and comfortable. We saw several turtles! And schools of colorful fish! It was a great experience. The facilities have nice bathroom, showers and lockers. Thank you Rodrigo & team for sharing this beautiful part of your country with us!”

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6.Whale-Whatching Boat Trip w/ All-Women Crew and Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 202 reviews · from $91

Small-group Cabo whale watching with a marine biologist, hydrophone whale song, coastal sights, and photos from an all-women crew.

“We had a great time on this excursion. It was the perfect length of time (2 hours) and covered exactly what we wanted (to see the arch and whales). It was the end of the season but we saw so many whales jumping. The guide and the captain were informative and pleasant. Highly recommend.”

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7.Snorkel & Explore Pelican Rock by Glass Boat + Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $125

Review of Cabo’s Pelican Rock snorkeling tour, with El Arco, sea lions, lunch, photos, shopping, pricing, timing, and practical booking tips.

“This was an awesome trip. The two guides, Jonathan and Aurelio were very knowledgeable and the tour was wonderful. I got to hold a puffer fish... That alone would make it an unforgettable memory! Even the driver for esperanza's tours was amazing.”

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8.Kayak or Paddle Board & Snorkel to the Arch with Photos included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80

Paddle or kayak from Cabo to El Arco, spot sea lions, snorkel at Pelican Rock, and enjoy an early morning small-group outing.

“Our tour guides Belem and Jorge were patient and friendly! We all loved our tour and snacks and saw lots of fishes. Thank you again!”

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9.Whale Watching (Transport and Pictures Included)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 138 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $94

Track humpback and gray whales from Cabo, visit the Arch and sea lions, and get hotel transfers, water, and photos for $94.

“Our captain and our guide went the extra-mile in their efforts to make our whale watching adventure successful, exciting and very enjoyable. Thank you, True Baja”

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10.Guided Cabo Tour: Boat | Tacos & Tequila | Photos & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 131 reviews · 5 hours · from $105

See Cabo’s Arch, glass factory, San José del Cabo, tacos, tequila, and professional photos on a five-hour small-group tour.

“Still on my trip so I'm not trying to we write a paragraph. 10/10. Had a great time. Really enjoyed our tour guide, Dennis! The restaurant even accommodated for my sister who is vegan. Loved it.”

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11.Whale Watching by Zodiac in Cabo San Lucas with Photos Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Review of Cabo San Lucas whale watching by Zodiac, with small groups, hydrophone, expert guides, photos, wildlife, price, and practical tips.

“Absolutely loved our whale watching experience. The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable, plus we love the fact they help rescue marine life tangled in fishing nets. This gave us extra trust in their knowledge and appreciated the moments of silence for us to talk, laugh and take in the whale sightings. We had 13 people in our group and everyone said they’d recommend Zodiac!”

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12.Family ATV Cenote Five Zip Lines Photos Taco Lunch Tequila Taste

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Review of Cancun’s family ATV, cenote, five zip-line, taco lunch, and tequila tour, with honest advice on value, logistics, and what to expect.

“Too and his wife were excellent tour guides. They knew a lot of the history of the country and could really explain the cenotes. The cenotes were beautiful, we went early and it was really remarkable. The atv ride is just that, riding trails around the park.they even had a snack for us at the end.”

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13.Photo Session in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Capture your Cabo vacation with Raul Macias in a one-hour beach photo session, with sunset, family, engagement, and maternity options.

“Exceeded expectations. Our engagement photos were amazing. Location was beautiful. Photographer was very skilled and a nice guy.”

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14.Flying dress photoshoot cancun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $180

Cancun flying dress photoshoot with a private photographer, beach views, edited photos in five days, and dresses included for $180.

“Andrea was my photographer and she was great. I woke up late and she was very nice and accommodating to push my appointment time back. I would recommend her to everyone I know looking for photos while in Cancun”

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15.Professional photographer – Puerto Vallarta – Nuevo Vallarta, photo session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

Capture your Puerto Vallarta holiday with Tania Melissa Photography at Nuevo Nayarit Beach and Playa Del Holi, with private, polished photos.

“We were so happy that we have pictures to remember our trip. Tania is most amazing and was incredible to capture the dynamics of our family with elegance.”

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