NEW! Combo Camel Beach Ride and UTV 4X4 Cabo Adventure, Tequila &

Camels padding along a Pacific beach make for an unusual Cabo outing, and the contrast is the point: first a guided ride through desert and shore scenery, then a faster run over Baja’s rough trails by ATV or double UTV. At Migriño Beach, you may see mountain views and seasonal wildflowers as well as the wide-open coast.

I like two things here: the mix of a gentle camel ride and a proper off-road outing, and the chance to hear about camel behavior from your guide rather than simply pose for a photo. The Mexican food and tequila tasting add a relaxed finish, and guides including Rudy, Billy and Tony have been singled out for making the day fun and informative.

The catch is the price is not the whole bill. Expect a $25-per-person park entrance fee, plus an insurance choice, and check the vehicle and photo costs before you go. Complaints about extra charges and ATV breakdowns are common enough to make clear questions at check-in worthwhile.

At a glance

• Two rides, two very different paces: Start on a camel at Migriño Beach, then take an ATV or double UTV onto desert trails and dunes.
• Pacific scenery is the star: Expect coastal views, sandy stretches and rugged Baja terrain, with wildflowers possible in season.
• Guides add more than directions: Guides such as Rudy, Billy, Tony, Eduardo and Rzer have been praised for being friendly, helpful or informative about the camels.
• The $118 price has add-ons: The $25 park fee is extra, and liability insurance costs $45 per vehicle or requires a credit card hold.
• Photos are optional and costly: A digital photo is listed at $20. Packages may cost more, so decide your photo budget before the ride.
• Plan for a short excursion, not a full-day outing: The activity runs about 2 to 3 hours, with shared round-trip transport available.

Camel time on Migriño Beach

The tour begins at Cactus Tours, at Carretera Federal 19, KM 100, in Migriño, outside Cabo San Lucas. If you choose pickup, shared round-trip transport is offered, including pickup and drop-off from the pier. Your pickup time is sent by email and text, so watch for both and confirm that you received the details.

At the ranch, guides introduce you to the camels and explain their behavior before the ride. That small bit of context helps make this more than a brief novelty: you learn about the animals as you travel with them, rather than treating the camel as scenery. The ride is guided and takes you along the beach and through nearby desert surroundings.

Migriño Beach is on the Pacific side, where the setting is more rugged than the sheltered resort beaches many people picture when they think of Cabo. You may see mountain ranges from the shore, and during the right season, fields of wildflowers. The scenery changes with the season, so treat flowers as a possibility, not a promise.

The camel portion is described as serene, and one visitor found it smooth but short. That is a useful expectation to set: the ride is one part of a combo, not a long trek. If you are booking mainly for an extended camel journey, this may feel brief. If you want a memorable beach ride before switching gears, it fits the bill.

Trading the camel for an ATV or UTV

After the camel ride, you move to the off-road portion. You can choose a single or double ATV, or a double UTV, also called an SXS. The route takes you into the Baja desert and mountains, with sandy dunes and ocean-side cliffs along the way. The terrain is the more active half of the outing, and the vehicle gives you a different view of the area than you get from the camel.

Safety equipment and instruction are included. The tour information says phones and cameras are allowed only if secured with a GoPro-type mount. That restriction matters if you want your own photos: a phone loose in your hand is not allowed during the ride, and you may need to leave it behind. Check the current rules before departure, especially if taking pictures is important to you.

One practical detail deserves an early question: the included ATVs may be manual rather than automatic. Some riders have reported being asked to pay extra to switch to an automatic vehicle, with quoted upgrade charges varying. Confirm the vehicle type and any upgrade cost when you book or check in. If you are not comfortable with a manual transmission, do not wait until you are standing beside the ATV to find out.

There have also been reports of vehicles cutting out or breaking down during the route. That can interrupt the ride and eat into your time. It does not mean your vehicle will fail, but it is worth knowing that this outing depends on working off-road equipment. If a mechanical pause would spoil your day, this is a real consideration.

Food and tequila after the ride

The experience advertises a Mexican buffet and tequila tasting. The meal is a welcome counterpoint to the dusty, active outing, and the food has been described as tasty, including tacos. The tasting gives you a chance to try several tequilas; one account described three samples, while another found the pours small. Think of it as a brief tasting, not a full bar session.

Check what the tasting includes and whether any pours or food items cost extra before you begin. The advertised tasting is part of the experience, but expectations can differ over serving size and what counts as included. If you are interested in tequila itself, ask your guide to explain what you are sampling. Guides have been praised for making the experience personable, and Baltazar was specifically thanked for leading the tasting.

The order and exact timing of the meal and tasting may depend on the day’s operation. The total tour lasts roughly 2 to 3 hours, so it is a compact outing rather than a leisurely food tour. If you have a tight shore-excursion schedule, build in a buffer for pickup and any waits.

What the $118 price really covers

At $118 per person, the combo can be good value if you want both activities in one outing. The base price includes shared round-trip transportation, the guided camel ride, safety equipment and instruction, and an ATV or double UTV. The meal and tequila tasting are presented as part of the experience, too.

The extra costs are important enough to calculate before booking. The park entrance fee is $25 per person and is not included. Liability insurance is listed at $45 per vehicle, or you may be asked for a credit card hold. These are not minor details for a couple or family: the park charge is per person, while insurance is per vehicle.

Optional photos can add another substantial amount. A single digital photo is listed at $20, and photo packages have been reported at more than $100, with totals varying by package and group. Since you cannot freely take a phone or camera on the route, decide ahead of time whether you are willing to pay for the official images. If not, you can skip them, but be prepared for the photographer to be part of the experience.

Ask about the ATV transmission, insurance, park fee, and photo package before the tour starts. Some customers have also reported extra charges to switch from a manual to an automatic vehicle, with amounts differing. The price can still make sense for a two-part outing, but only if you compare the full likely cost, not just the advertised ticket.

Guides, timing and comfort

The strongest part of the experience may be the people leading it. Guides named Rudy, Billy, Tony, Eduardo and Rzer have been praised for being friendly, helpful, funny or informative. Rudy was noted for sharing details about the camels, while Billy was described as making the group feel comfortable. As guide assignments are not guaranteed, treat those names as examples of the kind of role the guide can play, not a promise of who will lead your outing.

Eight tour times are offered daily, which gives you flexibility for a busy Cabo schedule or a cruise stop. Still, the activity can start later than expected: one person reported waiting more than an hour after the scheduled time. Pickup times are sent by email and text, and the operator asks you to confirm receipt. If your location is missing from the pickup list, the instructions say the team will contact you to arrange transport.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The stated weight limit is 274 pounds per person, though the accompanying kilogram figure, 140 kg, does not match that pound figure. If the limit affects your booking, confirm it with the operator rather than relying on the inconsistent conversion.

The experience is offered in English, and the meeting point is the Cactus Tours location in Migriño. It ends back at the same meeting point. The tour requires good weather; if poor conditions cancel it, you are offered another date or a full refund. For a standard cancellation, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund. Changes or cancellations inside 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.

Who should book this Cabo combo?

This outing suits you if you want variety in a short window and enjoy a little dust with your beach scenery. It works especially well for couples, families with eligible participants, and groups who like the idea of pairing a calm camel ride with a more energetic motorized ride. The guides and the change of pace are real strengths.

It is less appealing if you want a long camel trek, dislike add-on fees, or insist on taking your own pictures throughout the ride. It may also frustrate you if you expect a seamless ATV run: mechanical delays have occurred, and vehicle type can affect both comfort and cost. Ask clear questions before paying, and keep optional photo spending separate from the ticket price.

Should you book it?

Book this combo if the camel ride, beach views and off-road drive all appeal to you, and you are comfortable budgeting for the $25 park fee, insurance and possible photo or vehicle upgrades. The guides can make the outing feel personal, and the two rides give you more variety than a single-activity excursion.

Skip it if transparent, all-in pricing is your top priority or you want full control of your own camera during the ride. For the best chance of a good-value day, confirm the total cost and ATV type in advance, then treat the professional photos as optional.

FAQ

How long does the tour take?

The tour lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours.

What is included in the $118 price?

The listed inclusions are shared round-trip transportation, a guided camel ride, safety equipment and instruction, and a single or double ATV or double UTV. A Mexican meal and tequila tasting are also described as part of the experience.

What extra fees should I expect?

The park entrance fee is $25 per person. Liability insurance is listed at $45 per vehicle, or a credit card hold may be required. Photos and possible vehicle upgrades can cost extra.

Can I use my phone or camera during the ride?

Phones and cameras are allowed only when attached with a GoPro-type mount for safety reasons.

Where does the tour start and end?

The meeting point is Cactus Tours, Carretera Federal 19, KM 100, Migriño. The activity ends back at the meeting point. Shared pickup and drop-off are offered.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted.