# Cabo San Lucas Spring Break 2027 Guide

> At the tip of Baja, Cabo San Lucas earned the nickname "Cabo San Loco": desert-meets-ocean scenery, Medano Beach day clubs and a compact downtown nightlife district.

URL: https://springbreak.com/destinations/cabo.html
Location: Baja California Sur, Mexico
Updated: 2026-11-11
2027 status: confirmed for 2027

## Key facts

- Fly into: SJD (San José del Cabo)
- Drinking age: 18
- 2026 rank: #2 intl. (Allianz)

## 2026 popularity rating

Score: 80/100 (rank #5 of 21; visitation 4.5/5, search & social buzz 3.5/5, spring-break crowd 4/5; medium confidence)

- San José del Cabo ranked #2 international destination in Allianz's data (source: https://www.allianzworldwidepartners.com/media-center/press-releases/Allianz-Partners-reveals-travelers-are-ready-for-beaches-cities-and-peace-of-mind-this-spring-break.html)
- STS named it a top destination for 2027 (source: https://www.travelpulse.com/news/destinations/caribbean-dominates-top-destinations-for-spring-break-2027)

## 2027 events and packages

- STS Travel trips (named a top 2027 destination): Mar 2027 [confirmed for 2027] (source: https://www.travelpulse.com/news/destinations/caribbean-dominates-top-destinations-for-spring-break-2027)
- Inertia Tours packages: TBA pricing [partly announced] (source: https://www.inertiatours.com/cancun-spring-break-resorts)

Tour operators: STS Travel, Inertia Tours, StudentCity

Note: Inertia's 2025 Cabo prices were $899–$1,299 per person, flights extra. 2027 prices are TBA.

## Nightlife

- El Squid Roe: a three-story downtown institution with a big sound system, dancing on every level and a decades-long spring break reputation.
- Cabo Wabo Cantina: live music daily, near the marina.
- The Giggling Marlin and Happy Ending Cantina are classic downtown bars.
- Mango Deck on Medano Beach: the place to start the day, with live music, contests and views of the arch.

## Where to stay

- Student packages center on resorts such as RIU Santa Fe and Corazón Cabo on Medano Beach.
- STS Travel, StudentCity and Inertia Tours all sell Cabo trips.

## Days out

- A boat or water taxi to El Arco and Lover's Beach.
- Booze cruises and sunset sails around Land's End.
- Snorkeling at Pelican Rock, and whale watching through early spring.

## Tips

- The Pacific side has strong currents, so swim at Medano Beach.
- Use authorized airport transportation and agree on taxi prices first.

## FAQ

### Is Cabo San Lucas a good spring break destination for 2027?

Cabo San Lucas scored 80/100 (#5 of 21, "Hot") in our Spring Break 2026 popularity rating, based on visitation, search buzz and college crowds. At the tip of Baja, Cabo San Lucas earned the nickname "Cabo San Loco": desert-meets-ocean scenery, Medano Beach day clubs and a compact downtown nightlife district.

### What airport do you fly into for Cabo San Lucas?

Fly into SJD (San José del Cabo).

### What is the drinking age in Cabo San Lucas?

The drinking age is 18.

### Which tour companies offer Spring Break 2027 trips to Cabo San Lucas?

STS Travel, Inertia Tours, StudentCity offer trips to Cabo San Lucas. Compare out-the-door prices, party packages and refund policies before booking.

### What's happening in Cabo San Lucas for Spring Break 2027?

STS Travel trips (named a top 2027 destination) (Mar 2027); Inertia Tours packages (TBA pricing).

### When is spring break 2027?

Most college spring breaks in 2027 fall between March 6 and March 28. Easter is March 28, 2027, which makes the season early and compressed.

## Videos

- Cabo Spring Break 2025 | Highlights from the Biggest Trip of the Year (LVIN): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oR2wQC4_xFA
- Cabo San Lucas: TOP 10 Things to Do (for first timers) (Keanu Travels To): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAyy7cw4m7c