A small vessel capsized Monday evening off Costa Azul beach near the Kristal Grand resort in San José del Cabo, triggering a multi-agency search that ended with both occupants confirmed safe and uninjured.
Emergency dispatchers received a distress call at 7:47 p.m. Firefighters, the Mexican Navy (SEMAR), Civil Protection, and the Red Cross all responded to the scene along the popular surf beach on the Tourist Corridor.
Foreign National Pulled From Water
Rescuers pulled one foreign national from the water shortly after arriving. That person was transported to a medical facility for evaluation but did not suffer serious injuries.
A second occupant was initially reported missing, prompting an extended coastal and sea search. Authorities issued a public appeal for information as crews scanned the shoreline and open water after dark.
Second Person Found Safe at Home
Hours later, officials confirmed the second person had made it to shore under their own power. That individual was already home safe by the time search teams located them. No serious injuries were reported for either person.
Costa Azul sits along the highway between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. It is one of the most well-known surf breaks in the Los Cabos area, drawing surfers, paddleboarders, and beachgoers year-round. The west-facing beach is exposed to open Pacific swells, and conditions can shift quickly, especially in late afternoon and evening hours.
A Pattern of Water Incidents in Los Cabos
The capsizing is the latest in a series of water-related emergencies along the Los Cabos coastline. In June 2025, an American tourist from San Francisco went missing after being swept away by strong waves on the Tourist Corridor, prompting a large-scale search involving helicopters, jet skis, and aquatic rescue teams. In October 2023, a boat called the “Hidra L” capsized near the Cabo San Lucas Arch, putting 11 people at risk before all were rescued.
Authorities in Los Cabos regularly warn that smaller recreational and fishing vessels face elevated risks along exposed Pacific-facing beaches. Officials recommend that anyone using watercraft carry proper life safety equipment and ensure someone onshore knows their departure plan and expected return time.
This story was first reported by BCS Noticias.