Do I need pants in Cabo?

Should I Bring Pants to Cabo? Including a pair of long pants in your Cabo packing list won't hurt. While shorts are often the preferred outfit for tourists in Cabo, you also can't go wrong with a cute pair of pants in a match set or sleek trousers to wear to dinner.



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For men, collared shirts and shorts work best but many tourists wear pants during the summer. Not too many jeans or denim but drawstring waist pants or chino pants are great for going out at night in Cabo.

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However, you'll likely want to dress up at night, as resort evenings tend to feel like a fancy night out. With some restaurants requiring formal attire and some resorts hosting themed events, you'll want to dress your best. That means dresses and heels for ladies and pants paired with a formal shirt for men.

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Shorts are popular casual attire in Cabo but don't forget to pack a pair of long pants. On those cool evenings when you're dining al fresco on a rooftop or taking a moonlit walk on the beach, long pants will come in handy.

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We certainly recommend bringing cash with you to Mexico because many establishments run only accept cash. However, with that said, we don't expect you to come with enough cash to purchase everything, give tips, etc. And while many businesses only accept cash, many of them also accept cards (especially in Cabo).

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The norm for waiters is 15% to 20% of the bill, depending on service (make sure a 15% service charge hasn't already been added to the bill, although this practice is more common in resorts).

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Traveling to Los Cabos with national currency is a great idea, but not required, since many hotels and locals accept U.S. Dollars. There are money exchange facilities at each terminal at Los Cabos Airport, so you can exchange money at your arrival.

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some places in Mexico actually get snow! Even if your building a packing list for San Miguel de Allende in winter, you'll want to throw in some pants as the evenings can get cold. If you're visiting one of the fantastic Mexico beach destinations you can likely get away without them.

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Although there will be some bacteria in the water from the tap it is fine to brush your teeth with, even if you are at a place where you can't drink the tap water. I have been doing so for 7 years without any issues.

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Is it safe to wear expensive jewelry in Cabo? While petty crime can happen anywhere, it's not common to be robbed or mugged in the daylight in Los Cabo. It's perfectly safe to wear fine jewelry during the day, just don't go overboard and be overly flashy with large and expensive jewelry.

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5 Cabo Travel Tips You Need to Know
  1. Know Where You Want to Stay (There Are Two Cabos)
  2. Know When to Book (Especially if You're Whale Watching)
  3. Get Ready for Water and Sun.
  4. Manage Your Money.
  5. Don't Forget Your Documents.
  6. Learn More and Book Today!


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It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.

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Mexican immigration authorities could ask you to present both your passport and entry permit if applicable at any point and may detain you while they review your immigration status if you are not carrying your passport and proof of legal status in Mexico, or if you have overstayed your authorized stay.

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Your chances of being robbed or mugged in Cabo are actually miniscule. Any violent crime that does occur is usually related to drug trafficking. Not only that, but exit surveys reveal that tourists feel safe too when visiting Cabo. We've never felt unsafe in Cabo.

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It is not recommended to drink unfiltered tap water in Cabo San Lucas. Just to be safe, ask for bottled water and be wary of drinks with ice cubes.

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Most of the water and ice in hotels, resorts, and tourist restaurants are safe. Many offer purified bottled water and many of the resorts have desalination plants that purify the water on site.

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