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Is Cabo ocean water clean?

The commission is happy to report that at least 10 Cabo beaches boast optimal water quality and are set to receive tourists that will make their way to the Mexican Pacific during the summer break. Their research includes monitoring the levels of Enterococcus, and E Coli bacteria in the water close to the shore.



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Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo make up what is known throughout the world as Los Cabos: a Mexican paradise located south of the Baja California peninsula. Its landscape is imposing, with dramatic cliffs, vast deserts and beautiful beaches with crystal clear waters and exotic rock formations.

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Many of Los Cabos' beaches aren't safe to swim on, and entering the water is dangerous. The beaches feature steep ocean-floor drop-offs, strong waves, and harsh undercurrents. These particular beaches are marked with red flags. Never attempt to swim in them, even if you pride yourself on your abilities.

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Here are our 7 best swimming beaches in Cabo San Lucas:
  • Medano Beach.
  • Lover's Beach.
  • Chileno Beach.
  • Santa Maria Beach.
  • Palmilla Beach.
  • Cannery Beaches.
  • Cabo Pulmo.


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Is the water in Cabo San Lucas safe to drink? The short answer is, not exactly. While the water in Los Cabos is very pure, you still need to be careful. The water distribution pipes and other factors can become contaminated.

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According to reports on the average surface temperature of the water, Cabo experiences 3.5 months of warm water, 3.8 months of moderate water, and 4.7 months of cold water. The temperature fluctuates between 70°F and 83°F. Mid-January to June: These months are considered the cold water months in Los Cabos.

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This stretch of paradise is located in the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula. Along the rocky cliffs lie a great deal of bays, luxurious resorts, and soft-sandy beaches. The water tonalities cover all shades of blue from navy to turquoise, and also green.

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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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Federal prosecutors say they will not pursue charges in Shanquella Robinson's death. The North Carolina resident was killed in October while vacationing in Mexico. Robinson, 25, was allegedly killed in October while on vacation in Cabo, Mexico.

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Chileno Beach is the most popular beach with locals for good reason. This laid-back stretch of white sand frames the lushest underwater life of the swimmable spots along the Cabo San Lucas to San Jose del Cabo corridor.

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If you want to swim, try to stay on the eastern side of Cabo. The Sea of Cortez experiences much safer waters, and they are warmer. An eccentric vacation is your goal, but do not put yourself at risk!

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But while Cabo doesn't sport the calm, Caribbean shores of other popular vacation destinations like Tulum, there are still many swimmable beaches in Cabo to dip your toes in, including Medano Beach, Lovers Beach, and Chileno Beach.

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