Compare · checked September 27, 2026
Baja Pass vs. Cabo Pass on Viator (2026)
The Cabo Discount Pass sold on Viator — usually just called "Cabo Pass" — and Baja Pass both promise cheaper tours in Los Cabos, but they work in opposite ways. Cabo Pass is a per-person pass for one trip, with reps who book discounted tours for you. Baja Pass is a one-time membership for you and a guest that lasts a year. Here's how they compare, with Cabo Pass's terms taken from its Viator listing.
Pick Baja Pass if…
- You're two people — one $75 pass covers both
- You're coming back within the year (valid 365 days)
- You want to book straight with the tour operator
- Yachts or sport fishing are on your list (50% off an 11-boat fleet)
- You'll be at El Squid Roe: 2x1 on mains and every drink, bottles included
Pick Cabo Pass (Viator) if…
- You want reps to plan and book your whole itinerary
- You need free cancellation (up to 24 hours before)
- You also want discounted airport transfers bundled in
Side by side
| Baja Pass | Cabo Pass (Viator) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $75 one-time, covers you + 1 guest | From about $39 per person (Viator shows it in your currency; we saw MX$706.81) |
| Validity | 365 days from purchase | "1 to 30 days (approx.)" per the listing — one trip |
| How it works | 2x1 at the operator: your guest's ticket is free. Show the pass when you book or check in | After purchase, reps help build your itinerary and book tours at discounted rates |
| Discount | 2x1 at 24 tour and activity partners · 50% off yachts and fishing | "Up to 60 percent off" — varies by tour |
| Categories | Tours and activities, El Squid Roe dining and drinks, yachts, sport fishing | Tours, snorkeling, private yachts, fishing, ATVs, restaurants and airport transfers |
| Drinks | 2x1 on ALL drinks at El Squid Roe, even bottles, daily 9am–7pm | Not listed |
| Format | Apple / Google Wallet pass by email in minutes | Digital mobile ticket |
| Cancellation | Non-refundable — the pass is delivered instantly | Free cancellation up to 24 hours before |
What it costs to cover your group
Pass cost only, before any savings. Baja Pass covers two people per pass; Cabo Pass is priced per person (~$39 each at the September 2026 listing price).
| People | Baja Pass | Cabo Pass |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $75 | ~$78 |
| 4 | $150 | ~$156 |
| 6 | $225 | ~$234 |
The pass itself costs about the same either way. The real difference is how you save after that — and for how long.
The math for two people
Take three of the most-booked tours in Cabo, at each operator's own online price. With Baja Pass your guest's ticket is free on every one: $271 saved, or $196 after the $75 pass. On-site fees such as ranch entry or the marina dock fee are paid separately and aren't part of the 2x1.
| Tour | Price per person | Your guest pays |
|---|---|---|
| ATV Adventure | $91 | $0 |
| Luxury Sailing | $111 | $0 |
| Snorkeling Adventure | $69 | $0 |
The differences that matter
2x1 vs. a discounted rate
With Baja Pass the operator gives you two tickets for the price of one, so a couple pays exactly half. Cabo Pass works through its reps, who book the tour at a reduced rate — up to 60% off on some tours, less on others. If you like someone else doing the planning, that's a real service; if you already know what you want, 2x1 at the operator is simpler.
One trip vs. a whole year
Cabo Pass is built for one visit (the listing says roughly 1 to 30 days). Baja Pass lasts 365 days and every deal can be reused, so a second trip — or a long stay — costs nothing more.
What only one of them has
Cabo Pass covers things Baja Pass doesn't — airport transfers among them — and offers free cancellation. Baja Pass has what Cabo Pass doesn't list: 2x1 on every drink at El Squid Roe and a flat 50% off an 11-boat fleet of private yachts and fishing charters.
Questions
What is the Cabo Pass?
The Cabo Discount Pass, sold on Viator and often called "Cabo Pass", is a per-person digital pass for one trip (the listing says about 1 to 30 days). After you buy it, its reps help plan your itinerary and book tours at discounted rates — up to 60% off on some activities.
Is Baja Pass or Cabo Pass cheaper for two people?
The passes cost about the same: Cabo Pass is from about $39 per person, so roughly $78 for two, and one $75 Baja Pass covers the member plus one guest. The bigger difference is duration — Baja Pass lasts 365 days, Cabo Pass one trip.
How is 2x1 different from Cabo Pass's discount?
With Baja Pass the tour operator gives two tickets for the price of one, so two people pay half. Cabo Pass's reps book the tour at a reduced rate that varies by tour, up to 60% off.
Can I cancel?
Cabo Pass on Viator offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Baja Pass is non-refundable because the digital pass is delivered within minutes of purchase.
Which one is better for yachts and fishing?
Baja Pass takes a flat 50% off an 11-boat fleet of 33 to 100 feet for both yacht charters and sport fishing, booked by emailing hola@bajapass.com. Cabo Pass lists discounted private yachts and fishing; the rate depends on what its reps book.
Sources
Their terms as published on their own pages on September 27, 2026. Prices and terms can change — confirm on their site before you buy.
More comparisons
One pass, you + a guest, all year
$75 once, 365 days. 2x1 tours, 2x1 dining and drinks at El Squid Roe, 50% off yachts and fishing.
Get your Baja Pass — $75