Free Beach ATV, Tequila

Overview

This three-hour outing from Tours Mexico stacks three activities into one trip: a camel ride along the beach and desert at Playa Migrino, a side-by-side or ATV run over trails, and a tequila tasting. Round-trip transportation is part of the package, with hotel pickup as arranged at booking. Groups run up to 50 travellers, and the whole thing starts and finishes at the Cactus Tours base on Carretera Federal 19 at kilometre 100 in Migriño.

One traveller described the ride as faster than a typical trail ride, with helmets, belts and hand straps, led at whatever speed the group was comfortable with. The tequila tasting is also part of the package, and one reviewer noted their party went home with bottles.

It suits less well anyone with back problems, pregnant travellers, or people who expect to photograph everything on their phone, since personal phones and cameras are restricted during the tour unless mounted GoPro style.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Hotel pickupRound-trip transportation is included, with hotel pickup as detailed at booking.
2. Playa Migrino stopThe main stop lasts 1 hour, covering the camel safari and off-road riding. Admission is not included: the park charges US$25.00 per person on arrival.
3. Migriño pass-byThe itinerary lists Migriño and Migriño 1 as pass-by points, with no stop.
4. Tequila tastingA tequila tasting is included in the tour price.
5. San Jose del CaboA 20-minute stop with free admission, included in the tour route.
6. Return to meeting pointThe activity ends back at the meeting point at Cactus Tours, Carretera Federal 19 KM 100, Migriño, 23597 Cabo San Lucas.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape how this tour goes, from the phone policy to the extra fees at the gate.

• Budget for extras. The tour price does not cover the US$25 per person admission to Playa Migrino or off-road vehicle insurance. Insurance runs US$45 per vehicle for full coverage, or you can take a credit card hold with no charge if there is no damage. Reviewers also report photo packages offered for purchase afterward.
• Phone and camera rules. For safety reasons, cellphones and cameras are only allowed if mounted GoPro style during the tour. The operator has a professional photographer, with photos available for purchase afterward, and reviewers report those packages are expensive.
• Pace and fitness. The listing says most travellers can participate, but it is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for people with back problems or who are pregnant. There is a weight limit of 274 lbs (140 kg) per person. Reviewers describe the ATV stretch as faster than a typical trail ride, led at the group's own comfort level.
• Group feel. The tour runs with a maximum of 50 travellers. Several reviewers recommend upgrading to the private tour for a smaller group, a more attentive guide, and photo freedom, though that costs extra. Others in standard groups still describe the guides as kind and helpful.
• Food and drink. Food and drinks are not included, and the operator recommends bringing extra cash for souvenirs, drinks or photos. One reviewer mentioned food and beverages available for purchase on site.
• Getting there. Pickup is included and arranged at booking, and one cruise passenger noted the drive out from the port takes time, so plan the day around it. The meeting point is the Cactus Tours base at Carretera Federal 19 KM 100 in Migriño. The tour also depends on good weather, and poor conditions can mean a new date or a refund.

Common issues. The recurring complaint in reviews is added cost on arrival: the US$25 per person park fee, the US$45 per vehicle insurance, and photo packages that reviewers price in the hundreds of dollars. Phones are restricted to GoPro-style mounts on the standard tour, which caught several travellers off guard. One reviewer found the tequila tasting heavier on explanation than tasting, and another described a long drive out of Cabo for a short experience.

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