Los Cabos is one of Mexico’s fastest growing resort areas. This destination located in Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula is one of the top places to go for a wellness vacation. While many travelers go to Mexico to enjoy the thriving nightlife and delicious food, there is plenty more to enjoy. Los Cabos is a region where travelers can go to have a fun yet restorative experience, which some are calling a wellness vacation.

This part of Mexico has begun to establish the country as the perfect place for wellness vacations. In fact, two popular cities make up Los Cabos. That is, Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo which are known for art and beautiful beaches, respectively.

The rejuvenating getaway has a diverse landscape and would make for a great wellness vacation destination. For travelers that want to pack up and escape for a self care trip, this destination is a top option. Here are the things to keep in mind for a Los Cabo’s wellness vacation. 

Wellness in Cabo 

Check out everything there is to know about a wellness vacation in Los Cabos. 
Pictured: the coast of Los Cabos
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Los Cabos has a big appeal for travelers hoping to work on their personal wellness. This is reflected in the region’s extensive offerings and experiences. Travelers can explore the great outdoors or decompress in a less stimulating way. Focusing on wellness in Los Cabos will not be a hard thing to do since it is known as a laid back and serene destination. 

Where To Stay in Los Cabos

Check out some of the top wellness accommodations in Los Cabos. 
pictured: a lavish hotel in Los Cabos
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There are many stunning accommodations in the Los Cabos area so travelers have countless places to choose from. The region offers a variety of places to stay that fit nearly any budget. Some of the popular areas of Los Cabos include the tourist corridor, pacific region and Cabo San Lucas. But for a wellness vacation, there are some places that are at the top of the list. Here are two of our favorite unique places to stay.  

The White Lodge is a southern Baja hotel that is popular for its closeness to the beach and its spa. The Zenica Spa is an ancestral spa that offers a blend of native and traditional holistic practices. Visitors can enjoy the medicinal practices of the Aztecs, Mayans, Incas, Lakota and Chinese. The hotel offers an eco-friendly experience for visitors. The lodge aspires to nurture the body, mind and spirit of its guests. 

Another popular choice is Hotel El Ganzo. This luxurious hotel is a paradise for creative and artful travelers. Guests of the hotel can enjoy an in-house recording studio, live artist installations and a lineup of musicians to serenade them. The hotel also has a spa that is open everyday. The spa is like a wellness playground where travelers can curate their healing journey with natural and traditional treatments. The spa offers massages, facials, hydrotherapy, yoga and a beauty salon. 

Los Cabos Cuisine 

The cuisine of Los Cabos is fresh and delectable, learn more about how the food contributes to visitors overall wellness. 
pictured: a vibrant and tasty looking tacos from Los Cabos
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Travelers considering a Los Cabos wellness vacation surely know that Mexico is world renowned for its culinary impact. But that popularity is amplified in Los Cabos. Wellness there applies to nutrition as well. Even if travelers are prepared to eat everything their heart desires on their vacation, they can rest assured that Los Cabos offers fresh food. In fact, 100% of the produce in Los Cabos is sourced from local farms. Los Cabos is actually where the highest percentage of organic produce comes from in Mexico. 

Some of the most popular places to eat in Los Cabos include Don Sanchez and El Patron Mexican Bistro. At these restaurants travelers will experience some of the best service and a taste of both traditional and fusion Mexican cuisine. This destination has an array of culinary offerings that provide farm-to-table dining and sophisticated food fusions with authentic Mexican cuisine at the heart of every meal. Travelers that choose Los Cabos for their next wellness vacation will surely find fulfillment in the extraordinary cuisine that the destination offers. 

Some Things To Do in Los Cabos 

There is plenty to do for wellness vacationers in Los Cabos. 
pictured: a whale fin in the ocean of Los Cabos
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Visitors will not find themselves lacking something to do in Los Cabos. But travelers should cater their vacation activities to their own unique wellness journey. For some, that may mean total relaxation and submission to the natural environment. So a visit to the National Park of Cabo Pulmo or the Sea of Cortez may be ideal. For others, a wellness vacation to Los Cabos may entail an incredibly active and immersive experience. Some of the most popular activities are hiking, kayaking, yoga, swimming, meditation, diving and cycling. Ultimately, the options for travelers are seemingly endless. 

For many, Los Cabos is a dream destination due to the extensive marine life and experiences there. Los Cabos is popular for its fishing, so some travelers like taking luxury boat trips. High end yachts provide a comfortable environment for the sea expedition ahead. Travelers can attempt to bait mahi mahi, tuna, wahoo and marlin during their sportfishing adventure. 

For aerial views, a helicopter tour may be the perfect choice. Travelers can book private flights to holistically appreciate the natural beauty of Los Cabos. Flying above all the top sights at amazing heights may be the one of the best ways to admire Los Cabos. There are crystal clear waters, beautiful white sand beaches, Baja Sierra Mountains and travelers may  even catch a whale sighting. Observing the breathtaking views while on a Los Cabos wellness vacation can help travelers invest in their universal gratitude. 

For travelers that prefer relaxing activities, there is much to do to recenter themselves. There are more than 50 spas in Los Cabos, so travelers that really want to hone in on their physical and spiritual wellbeing are in luck. Experts in Los Cabos specialize in music therapy, saltwater therapies, and even body wraps. Cabo offers alternative healing therapies as well. A popular choice is the pre-Hispanic medicinal tradition of temazcal. Temazcal integrates medicinal herbs in ceremonies that purify the physical and spiritual body. Travelers that prefer other wellness practices can get a facial, body exfoliation or massage by the sea. That may be just what travelers need to unwind.