Swim With Flying Mobula Rays During An Open Sea Safari
Swim alongside thousands of flying mobula rays in Los Cabos during an unforgettable open-ocean wildlife safari.
Within the next year, a remarkable ocean experience awaits in Mexico's Sea of Cortez. Each late spring through early summer, throngs of Mobula rays convene in this aquatic spectacle, accessible both from land and sea. Apex Ocean Divers provides open-ocean safaris for adventurous travelers seeking such unique experiences. These safaris entail venturing offshore to swim alongside the rays, in addition to dolphins, sea turtles, and sea lions, all within a region once marveled by the legendary Jacques Cousteau as "The Aquarium of the World."
Mobula rays, slightly smaller than their renowned manta ray kin, are celebrated for their acrobatic leaps, soaring over six feet into the air—a behavior scientists have yet to comprehend. Divers frequently encounter these majestic creatures alongside dolphins, sea turtles, or sea lions, making each dive an unpredictable and awe-inspiring adventure.
According to Rodrigo Esponda, managing director of the Los Cabos Tourism Board, "Summer reveals a side of Los Cabos that many travelers have never experienced. The water is warmer, the pace is more relaxed, and the Sea of Cortez feels intensely alive."
The region's allure extends beyond the rays. Divers can explore a 20,000-year-old coral reef at Cabo Pulmo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Esponda proudly notes, "The diversity in Los Cabos is extraordinary. Few places allow you to encounter rays, turtles, sharks, and a remarkable variety of marine mammals, including dolphins, sea lions, and several species of whales—within the same region."
The region has seen enhancements over recent years, with multiple hotel and resort upgrades and new properties opening. The Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal has refreshed its 112 guest rooms, while the Grand Velas Los Cabos debuted new amenities, and the Park Hyatt Cabo del Sol opened in late 2025. Amanvari and St. Regis Los Cabos are set to open later this year, with Soho Beach House Los Cabos and Rosewood Residences Oliver Lighthouse expected to join by 2029.
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