Overview
This Baja Discover outing packs four activities into a desert-and-coast setting near Los Cabos: a camel ride along the Pacific, a guided nature walk through an ecological reserve, a Mexican burrito lunch with flavored water, and a tequila tasting with some background on how the spirit is made. The whole thing runs about 2.5 hours, and hotel pickup and drop-off from San José del Cabo or Cabo San Lucas is part of the package.
The camel portion is more than just sitting on an animal. Guides explain camel history, anatomy, personality, and training, and travellers get time to pet and feed them. The hike that follows focuses on native Baja plants and wildlife, including cholla, the Mexican giant cactus, yucca, and roadrunners.
A few things cost extra on site: a $25 park entry fee payable in cash, optional professional photos, and tips. Cameras and phones are not allowed in with you, which several reviewers found frustrating, though many said the professional photos turned out well.
What's Included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Certified guides
- Safety gear
- Camel ride
- Desert nature hike
- Mexican burrito
- Flavored water and bottled water
- Tequila tasting
Not Included
- Tips (optional)
- Professional photos (available for purchase)
- $25 park entry fee (payable on site)
Itinerary
- Hotel pickupPickup is offered from two locations: San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the tour price.
- Camel ride (2 hours)At the Cabo San Lucas desert site, travellers meet the camels, learn about their care and training, pet and feed them, and ride with a certified guide. This stop is optional and carries an extra fee.
- Nature hike and lunchA guided walk through an ecological reserve covers local plants and wildlife, followed by a Mexican burrito with flavored water.
- Tequila tastingA tasting course closes the visit, with a lesson on tequila history, production, and how to drink it. Bottles can be purchased on site.
- Hotel drop-offReturn transfers are provided to the same two drop-off areas: San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.
What To Expect From The Tour
A few practical details shape how this tour goes, and most of them come straight from the listing and from travellers who have done it.
- Bring cash. The listing and multiple reviewers agree: cash is needed. There is a $25 park entry fee payable on arrival in cash, and reviewers also used cash for professional photos and tequila bottles. Comfortable shoes and clothes round out the packing list.
- No personal cameras. Cameras, including phone cameras, are not allowed on the tour. Several travellers were annoyed by this, though more than one said the professional photos taken on site came out well and were worth buying. Plan for that purchase if photos matter.
- Guides take their time. One reviewer noted the guides take their time helping everyone get comfortable before and during the ride. The hike is a guided nature walk through an ecological reserve focused on plants and wildlife.
- Friendly group feel. Reviewers repeatedly mention the guides as friendly, patient, and knowledgeable about both the animals and the vegetation. One reviewer who travelled alone said the group setting made it easy to meet people.
- Food and drink. Lunch is a Mexican burrito with flavored water, plus bottled water, all included.
- Timing and light. 5 hour duration is the same either way.
Common issues. The extra costs add up: beyond the tour price, every traveller pays a $25 park entry fee in cash on arrival, and photos and tequila are sold separately. One reviewer felt the tequila tasting itself was short, only two tastes, and described a large mismatch between quoted and charged prices for bottles, so confirm prices before buying. Phones and cameras are banned, which several travellers disliked even when they liked the professional photos.
About This Cabo Ride
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with pickup offered from San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.
Is food included, and what kind?
A Mexican burrito lunch is included, along with flavored water and bottled water. The tequila tasting at the end of the tour is also part of the package, though bottles to take home cost extra.
Are there any extra fees on the day?
Yes. A $25 park entry fee must be paid in cash at the location on arrival. Professional photos are available for purchase, tips are optional, and the camel ride itself is listed as an optional activity with an extra fee.
Can I take photos with my phone?
No, cameras are not allowed on the tour, and that includes phones. A professional photographer works on site and photos can be bought afterward, which several reviewers said produced great shots, but bring cash if you plan to buy them.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Beyond that, the listing does not state the terms for later cancellations, so check the booking page or contact the operator if your plans might change close to the date.
What should I bring?
The listing recommends comfortable shoes, comfortable clothes, and cash. The cash matters most: it covers the $25 park entry fee and any photo or tequila purchases on site.