Thrill-seekers can explore the unique landscapes on an off-roading or mountain bike adventure, zipline over the desert or bungee jump from a gondola hanging high above Wild Canyon! The mountains consist of the Sierra de la Laguna and the Sierra de San Lázaro, both formed of volcanic rock, covering about fifteen percent of the total territory with peaks between 400 and 1000 meters. Today, it is known as the “Faro Viejo” (Old Lighthouse) and is a historic monument. Enjoy your vacations in Los Cabos with RIU Hotels & Resorts: beach hotels, all-inclusive, sport, spa and unique experiences at the best price guaranteed. All resorts The semi flat areas are located between the coast and the mountain ranges, mostly of sedimentary rock and account for sixty percent of the territory. There are three main terrain types, mountain terrain, semi flat areas and flat areas. While there has been some development of resorts, hotels, and golf courses, there are still smaller isolated and undeveloped beaches.By far the main economic activity for the municipality is tourism, focused on a shoreline corridor between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo.Most of the about two million visitors a year arrive by plane to the The main draw for most visitors has been the environment, where the desert meets the sea, best symbolized by Sports fishing is a major and the longest established draw as there are about 800 species of fish in the waters off the coast.There are four main golf courses in the municipality, designed by the likes of Los Cabos hosts a culinary event called Ritmos, Colores y Sabores, which attracts chefs from the United States and Europe.The main export of the municipality is the production of salt. It is connected to the capital of The municipality borders that of La Paz to the north, with the Pacific Ocean and The main areas of the municipality are the seat, Cabo San Lucas, and the tourist corridor along the coast between them. Hike through Fox Canyon and get a close look at the local flora and fauna in the Sierra de la Laguna biosphere reserve or head to Pelican Rock for some of the best snorkelling and scuba diving in Los Cabos. Copyright © 2020 Sunwing Vacations Inc. - Member of the In 1917, a U.S. company began tuna fishing operations here and had a floating processing plant. Please upgrade your current version or use another browser. You may unsubscribe at any time.

Comments are turned off. Jewelry and decorations made with shells are produced in San José del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas and Santa Rosa.Despite the development, 28.5% live in poverty and 5.6% live in extreme poverty; 18.1% live in substandard housing and 27.1% need food assistance.The municipality of Los Cabos is at the southern end of the Baja California peninsula, where desert meets the sea and the Gulf of California meets the Pacific Ocean.The municipality has an average altitude of forty meters above sea level. However, because of federal and private investments in tourism, its growth is now rivaling that of the more famous resort area.This growth has been regulated to outside of the town center, especially to the south where the beaches are, leaving the historic town center quiet and relatively unchanged.A number of the large houses in the center date from the 19th century, and most of these have been converted into restaurants, art galleries and shops selling everything from fine handcrafts, silver, local gemstones and souvenirs.During the high season from October to May, these galleries stay open late into the night.The main example of colonial architecture here is the town's parish church. Come to One&Only Palmilla and enjoy the best rooms, spa and dining experiences.

The website is optimized for Internet Explorer 10 and higher. Major beaches include Los Frailes, Buena Vista, Agua Caliente, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Chileno and Punta Colorada, often promoted together as the Costa de Oro (Golden Coast).As it is on the edge of the desert that covers most of the Baja California peninsula, it is one of the sunniest locations in the world, with an average of 320 days of sunshine per year.The Río San José stops just shy of the ocean, with a one km long sand bar creating an The river used to flow above ground until the beginning of the 20th century due to anthropogenic causes.The estuary is home to both native and migratory birds and aquatic species, 250 species of tropical birds alone.Vegetation varies mostly by altitude and soil type and how much moisture the area receives.