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Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach), San Jose del Cabo

4.6
#1 of 8 in Parks in San Jose del Cabo
Beach · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
The remote coral sand cove of Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach) offers peaceful fishing, water sports, or just the chance to chat with locals. Watch the anglers returning with their catch, or rent one of the small pangas (boats typical to the area) at the beach. Depending on conditions, you can swim or surf here. Services include clean restrooms and potable water, as well as thatched umbrellas for escaping the sun. By using our San Jose del Cabo trip itinerary planning site, you can arrange your visit to Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach) and other attractions in San Jose del Cabo.
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Tours to Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach)

Small Group Tour of Los Cabos BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $59
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Experience the relaxed old fashion town of San Jose del Cabo! BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $89
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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Stand Up Paddle Lesson at Palmilla Beach BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $80
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Playa Palmilla (Palmilla Beach) reviews

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  • By RyanPeggy
    Our concierge suggested this beach as a local favorite. Uber drops and picks up. Safe and clean. We went one evening around 5 pm and stayed till 7. Not much for waves and plenty of places to wade....  more »
  • By kasumiga
    average public beach, bigger cove so more people. you can rent an umbrella and it's nice enough. public bathrooms but no shower to rinse off that i could see. my biggest downside is they have...  more »
  • By A7020IWbrandona
    It is a beautiful beach 🏝 it is located in the corridor from Cabo San Lucas to San José del Cabo, a bit hidden but a worthy visit  more »
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