Blog | Friday, March 14, 2025
5 Ways to Take the Stress Out of Planning a Trip to East Cape
What does your dream East Cape vacation look like? Are you lounging on the sapphire shores of the Sea of Cortez? Sipping cocktails poolside? Strolling leisurely to board an overnight charter? While you may plan to rest and relax in paradise, the stress of planning the trip can be a bit daunting.
From researching flights to learning about local activities, you can get lost in a glut of online travel guides. But if you want to travel to East Cape, you’ll need to do some homework.
Here are some tips
to minimize the stress of trip planning.
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1. Opt for a luxurious stay
If you’ve selected East Cape as your destination, you already know that it’s a quiet oasis that merges desert and ocean views. So, where will you stay? One of the first things you’ll explore is lodging options.
East Cape doesn’t have the same number of hotels and resorts as its more popular neighbor, Cabo San Lucas. You won’t find a tourist corridor stacked with hotels. Instead, you’ll find a handful of options to choose from, like the luxurious Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos.
Celebrating a new era of hospitality and design, Four Seasons offers guest rooms, suites, and villas with stylish interiors and inviting outdoor spaces that lead to the sea shores.
The resort, located within Costa Palmas’ lush 1500-acre property, is home to boutique shops, a mega-yacht marina, a diverse mix of restaurants, one of which is run by a Michelin-star chef, and luxe amenities like access to an exclusive golf course.
A stay at Four Seasons is the perfect homebase for your East Cape trip.
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2. Consider transportation
Most travelers arrive by plane to either Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) or Cabo San Lucas International Airport. Los Cabos International Airport is the main airport in the region with most commercial planes arriving and departing from its grounds.
Both airports cater to private jets. If you’d like to charter a private plane, companies like Paramount Business Jets, Monarch Air Group, FlyUSA, and Cabo Platinum provide services.
The trip from the airport to East Cape is about a 45 minute drive, so you’ll need to arrange transportation to and from the airport as well.
Given the extensive shoreline around East Cape, some travelers choose to arrive by yacht. While you can find marinas scattered along the peninsula, few can handle mega yachts. The marina inside Costa Palmas is one of few that can accommodate yachts up to 250-feet long.
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3. Know the climate
East Cape is known for its desert climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters. The area averages about 300 days of sunshine a year, with 50% humidity. With sun-drenched days, minimal rainfall (the rainiest months are August to October), and an average daytime temperature of 78, you can plan accordingly.
By understanding the climate, your itinerary planning can lean into outdoor activities. Plus, you’ll know what to pack. Opt for light, airy clothes, but bring some sleeves too. Ocean breezes can create a chill at night. Bring your bathing suit, a hat, and comfy, lightweight sandals as well.
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4. Research things to do
How will you spend your days in East Cape? Every traveler is different, but most will plan a handful of excursions to soak up the local area. While you can do online research, consider the following:
- Buying a physical guidebook to get a baseline of ideas
- Searching the Visit Los Cabos calendar of events
- Viewing the experiences listed at your resort like those listed on the Costa Palmas site
- Exploring curated sites that provide a look at East Cape food and nightlife
- Tapping into on-site amenities at your resort
Guests staying at Four Seasons have a wealth of activities available. If you enjoy golf, schedule a tee time on the 18-hole, championship course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. If you’re looking for a quicker route, try the walkable, six-hole course so you can get on and off with plenty of time left in your day.
If you’d rather spend some time exploring the water, book a snorkeling adventure to nearby Cabo Pulmo. A national marine park minutes from East Cape, Cabo Pulmo is home to a 20,000-year-old reef with an abundance of fish and marine life to see.
For those who travel to East Cape with hopes of casting a line, hop aboard a fishing charter that leaves from the Costa Palmas marina. Anglers have come to the shores for decades; long before tourists flocked to the beaches. You can fish the waters for grouper, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, dorado, or the tough-the-catch roosterfish, which can put up a fight that lasts for an hour.
If gastronomic tourism lures you to East Cape, your visit isn’t complete without visiting Delphine. Sitting seaside, this beachfront restaurant marries the tastes of the French Riviera with the flavorful tastes of East Cape. With Michelin-star Chef Ludo Lefebvre at the helm, you’ll find a one-of-a-kind menu within a truly memorable locale. Aren’t sure what to try? Consider the Chicken Milanese Sandwich followed by the Lavender Gelato.
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5. Don’t over plan
While you must book transportation and lodging, don’t feel as though you have to book every day of your trip with activities. Consider identifying a handful of things you want to do and leave the rest open.
By leaving space in your itinerary, you can add a few spontaneous options. You might get a restaurant suggestion from locals or learn about a little-advertised tour that peaks your interest. If you have room in your schedule, you can be spontaneous without changing plans or overbooking yourself.
Consider becoming a resident
Many visitors travel to East Cape to enjoy a vacation, but find it hard to leave. As a result, many come back again and again. If you’ve fallen in love with the luxurious property, breezy lifestyle, and upscale amenities, consider real estate options within Costa Palmas. From private beachside villas to residences that overlook the golf course or marina, your dream home awaits. If you’re interested in learning more, visit the Costa Palmas real estate page.
