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How to safely get around in Cabo?

The best way to get around Cabo San Lucas is on foot or by car. Sites are clustered within the downtown area, though some vacationers opt for a ride on the scenic water taxi to get from the downtown marina to the best beaches.



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Are Taxis Safe In Cabo? In a word, yes. Taxicabs are very common in Cabo San Lucas, with many tourists using them at any time of day. The one thing you need to know about Cabo taxis is that they don't use meters.

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While you'll want to remain extra alert, travel is one hundred percent open. There are no restrictions for the destination of Baja California Sur, meaning it's safe to visit Cabo San Lucas, San Jose Del Cabo, and La Paz.

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We've had good experience with an AirBnb in Cabo and another in La Paz. I think the key is making sure the host is responsive, and a solid plan for how to get the key. Ideally, either the host or someone else is available in an emergency if something doesn't work or breaks. Airbnb is definitely safe in 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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As with any destination, it's best to avoid being alone at night or getting overly intoxicated. But generally, it's agreed that Cabo San Lucas, San Jose Del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor, which connects the two cities, are the safest places in the Los Cabos municipality.

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Here's a list of a few things you should not do in Cabo San Lucas.
  • Fail to Protect Belongings.
  • Not Book Transportation.
  • Swim in Prohibited Areas.
  • Transport Illegal Substances or Guns.
  • Fail to Keep an Eye out for Dangerous Animals.
  • Forget to Use Sun Protection.


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But here's something you need to know: not all beaches in Cabo are swimmable. While some coasts are fantastic for a splash, other beaches in this region are rife with real dangers that could even be life-threatening. Here are the top reasons why some Cabo beaches are unswimmable, and what you can do as a visitor.

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Los Cangrejos and Las Palmas Are The Most Dangerous Neighborhoods In Cabo San Lucas. As far as Cabo San Lucas goes its two most dangerous neighborhoods are quite near each other.

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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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Getting to La Paz from Cabo The trip is roughly 2 hours and is on well-kept roads that are quite safe to travel.

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