Can you trust Uber in Cabo?

Despite Uber being illegal in Cabo, they continue to operate at a much higher risk. Tourists may not have been informed that it's prohibited and presume it works the same way in their home country, not knowing they could be left stranded at any time.



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The fastest and most economical way to explore all Los Cabos has to offer is to rent a car. But you should be cautious when driving anywhere beyond the tourist areas; highway robberies have been known to occur. You'll find rental agencies in the downtown area as well as inside the airport.

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Is Cabo San Lucas Safe for Tourists? Cabo is safe for tourists who exercise a normal amount of caution, stay in vetted accommodations, and stick to the well-trafficked zones. As with any destination, it's best to avoid being alone at night or getting overly intoxicated.

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Taxis are easy to find where ever you are traveling, although the price is usually high. Expect to pay $8-10 US to travel a mile in Cabo San Lucas or $35-40 US to travel from San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas. From the airport, expect to pay $80 US for a cab to Cabo San Lucas / Zone 3.

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A taxi from the international or SJD airport to Cabo San Lucas will cost you a minimum of $80 USD. This cost covers up to 4 people. Each extra person is $20 p.p. If you're traveling as a couple, that cost is about double the price of a shared airport shuttle.

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Water taxis cluster near the downtown marina, ready to take cruise ship passengers and others to Cabo's popular beaches like Playa del Amor (located near the iconic Land's End rock formation) or Playa Médano. These taxis aren't metered, but rates are usually affordable. Previous travelers have paid around $10 one-way.

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We used Uber everyday while in Cabo (it's really cheap - most of my rides were $6 or less - and my hotel was fine with Uber picking me up in front of the lobby), but I became more aware of where to order an Uber ride and to look out for anyone suspicious in the area.

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Taxis in Cabo are easy to spot, and thousands drive around the city.

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Taking a Taxi from the Airport to Cabo San Lucas While not always the best option because of its hefty price tag, visitors can taxi from the airport to Cabo San Lucas at any time for around $80 USD one way. Keep in mind, taxis typically carry up to four passengers and only the luggage that will fit in the trunk.

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Typically, Cabo refers to Cabo San Lucas while Los Cabos could mean the whole region or the two towns: Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo.

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Are there Drug Cartels operating in Cabo? Like in most parts of Mexico, Drug Cartels do operate and it's also the case in Cabo San Lucas. However any problems or crime related to drug cartels are between different factions, and tend to happen far away from the major touristy areas.

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It's up to personal preference whether Tulum is nicer than Cabo. Tulum has a rustic, hippie feel compared to Cabo. It also has lush jungle and beaches that often contain natural debris. If you travel to Tulum from May to October, you likely won't think it's nicer than Cabo.

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But Cabo San Lucas has always been an unabashed tourist-centric town full of all-inclusive, budget beach resorts, never-ending 3-for-1 happy hours at bars (and gas stations and a surprising number of other places), and garish dive bars like Cabo Wabo where tequila is (almost) cheaper than water and the neon daiquiris ...

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In most tourist areas in Mexico, it is acceptable to tip in either pesos or dollars, though pesos are more practical for the person being tipped. If you do tip in dollars, be sure to only tip using notes and not coins as coins cannot be exchanged.

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You'll get better rates at an exchange house, an ATM, or by using a credit card, but a bank provides the best rates. Although dollars are generally accepted in various resort areas, we recommend using pesos during your visit to Cabo San Lucas.

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One&Only Palmilla sits on 55 acres and offers 174 guest rooms, including its signature four-bedroom Villa Cortez, where celebrities like Jennifer Aniston have overnighted in the more than 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space.

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The ideal time frame is at least 4 days in Cabo. This gives you enough time to explore some popular tourist highlights, try some of the many available activities and also have enough time to just relax on the beach. If you can spend 5 days in Los Cabos, that's even better.

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