Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park from Los Cabos

The drive from Los Cabos to Cabo Pulmo (about 2 hours via Highway 1 and a dirt road) leads to one of Mexico's most remarkable marine protected areas — a UNESCO World Heritage coral reef that has made an extraordinary comeback after decades of conservation. The small, eco-conscious village of Cabo Pulmo has local dive and snorkel operators (ONLY local operators permitted) who guide visitors to incredible encounters with bull sharks, sea turtles, manta rays, and schooling fish. Accommodation is basic but the snorkeling and diving is world-class.