Fun Camel Ride and UTV COMBO with Tequila Tasting!

Cabo’s camel-and-UTV combination packs two very different outings into about three hours. You begin at a ranch near Migriño Beach, riding camels beside the Pacific and through desert country, then switch to a Side by Side or ATV for sandy trails, mountain routes, dunes, and ocean cliffs. The tequila tasting adds a relaxed finish.

I like the varied scenery, from wild desert and mountain views to white sand and open Pacific shore. I also like the choice of vehicles: two people can share a Side by Side, while a solo booking receives an individual ATV. The main drawback is the extra-cost structure, which can make the $109 headline price feel incomplete.

Key points to know before booking

• Camel ride beside Migriño Beach: Expect a calm, guided ride through desert scenery and along the Pacific shoreline, with camel feeding included in the experience.
• ATV or Side by Side choice: A one-person booking receives a single ATV. Two people booked together ride a camel as a pair and use a shared Side by Side.
• Budget beyond the $109 price: Add the $25 Los Cabos admission fee per person, and ask clearly about insurance, vehicle upgrades, photos, and any private-tour charge.
• No personal phones or cameras: Devices are placed in a locker for safety, while an on-site photographer takes pictures that you can buy afterward.
• Guide quality varies by schedule, but many are praised: Pancho, Rafael, Bruno, Raul, Juan, Andrés, Alex, Javier, and others receive warm comments for humor, safety help, and local explanations.
• Shared tours can run late: Hotel and cruise-port pickup is included, but traffic, long check-in lines, and group delays can stretch the day.

Two Cabo adventures in one afternoon

The appeal is simple. Instead of choosing between a camel outing and a motorized desert ride, you get both in one booking. That makes this a useful pick for couples or families who want a full activity without arranging separate transport and schedules.

The tour operates from a ranch near Migriño Beach, on the Pacific side of the Los Cabos area. This is not the polished marina side of Cabo San Lucas. The setting is more open and dusty, with desert trails, beach sand, mountain ranges, and ocean-facing cliffs.

You receive round-trip transportation from hotels, villas, and the cruise port in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Pickup time must be confirmed after booking. Since this is shared transportation, I would not schedule a tight dinner reservation or another paid activity right afterward.

The advertised duration is about three hours, but the total outing can be longer once pickup, check-in, vehicle arrangements, and return transportation are included. One particularly serious complaint involved a very late pickup and a return much later than expected. That may not be typical, but it is a good reason to leave your day open.

Starting with camels on the Pacific shore

The camel portion is the gentler half of the day. You ride from the ranch along Migriño Beach and through nearby desert scenery, with guides leading the group. The setting gives you more than a simple animal ride: there are mountain views, open sand, coastal cliffs, and, during the right season, fields of wildflowers.

If you book for two people, you ride a camel together as a double. Solo bookers receive an individual ATV for the motorized portion, while two-person bookings generally use one Side by Side. The camel ride itself is described as relaxed, though some riders wish it lasted longer.

Expect the camels to be part of the show before and after the ride as well. Feeding them is included, and the staff provides information about the animals. One camel may be a little stubborn at first, and another may smell like an animal because, well, it is one. This is a working-animal experience rather than a theme-park spectacle.

The camel ride is a good match for first-time riders, families, and anyone who wants a slower start before the engines begin. It is less suited to someone expecting a long expedition. The total amount of riding time is not clearly specified, so ask at check-in if the camel portion is your main reason for booking.

Choosing between a Side by Side and an ATV

After the camel activity, the pace changes. You head into Baja’s desert on an ATV or Side by Side, traveling through mountain trails toward the white dunes of Migriño Beach and the ocean-side cliffs.

A Side by Side is the default arrangement for two people booking together. It lets you share the vehicle, although you should confirm whether both people may switch drivers. One booking specifically noted that the drivers were allowed to swap, but policies can depend on the guide and vehicle arrangement.

A single-person booking receives a single ATV. Fully automatic ATVs cost extra, so ask about the transmission before you pay. Some basic vehicles are manual, and that can matter if you are not comfortable shifting on uneven or sandy trails.

Several people consider the UTV section the best part of the day. The course is described as long, with plenty of driving time and good views across the beach and desert. The mix of sand, mountain tracks, and Pacific overlooks gives the ride more variety than a short closed-loop ATV course.

You should also understand the limits. This is a group tour, not a private desert expedition. The maximum group size is 50 people, and the experience can feel organized around moving a large batch through the property. A private upgrade costs extra, but it may appeal to you if you want more freedom, a less rushed pace, or the ability to use your phone for personal pictures.

The views are the strongest reason to go

The scenery gives this tour its sense of place. Cabo is often sold through beaches, pools, and nightlife, but the Pacific side shows a rougher Baja setting. You get desert plants, mountain ridges, pale sand, and wide ocean views in one outing.

The beach section is especially appealing for photography, though you cannot take your own camera on the activity. The on-site photographer positions groups along the beach and during the vehicle ride. Some people find the pictures worthwhile, while others consider the packages too expensive for a small set of digital images.

Timing can affect the views. If check-in or transportation runs late, part of the vehicle ride may take place near sunset or after dark. Sunset can be beautiful, but darkness creates practical concerns. One serious complaint described a vehicle with faulty headlights, forcing the group to follow the lights of other vehicles. That should not happen on an off-road tour, so report equipment problems immediately and ask for a replacement rather than accepting a questionable vehicle.

Tequila tasting, with a sales pitch nearby

The tequila tasting provides a quieter break after the physical activities. It is included in the price, and the explanation covers different tequila flavors and styles. Even people who normally dislike tequila may find something they enjoy, especially flavored varieties such as passion fruit.

You do not need to buy anything, but bring extra money if you may want souvenirs, drinks, photos, or tequila products. The tasting can easily turn into a sales stop, so set your own budget before you arrive.

This portion is not the main reason to book the tour, but it gives the day a distinctly Mexican finish. It also works well for people in a mixed group, since some can focus on tasting while others browse or relax.

The $109 price needs a closer look

At $109 per person, the combo can be fair value if you want both a camel ride and a substantial UTV or ATV outing. Included transportation is useful, especially if you are staying in San José del Cabo or arriving by cruise ship. The guides are another plus, with Pancho, Rafael, Bruno, Raul, Juan, Andrés, Alex, and Javier receiving particularly warm praise for humor, patience, and safety reminders.

But the booking price is not the full amount you may spend.

Plan for these possible charges:

• $25 Los Cabos admission fee per person
• Optional liability insurance or a credit-card hold for vehicle coverage
• Extra payment for a fully automatic ATV
• Paid photo packages
• Extra cost for a private tour
• Possible credit-card processing charges, according to one complaint

The insurance explanation deserves special attention. The published information says insurance is optional when you provide a credit card, with a hold placed on the card. If you do not have the required coverage arrangement, you may be charged for insurance. Several people felt pressured at check-in or did not understand the hold and payment choices.

Before departure, ask four direct questions: Is the insurance a charge or a temporary hold? How much is the hold? What does the basic vehicle include? What is the total cost for an automatic or private upgrade? Save the answers in writing.

The $25 admission fee is clearly stated in the supplied details, but it still surprises some people at the property. Include it in your budget from the start.

The no-phone rule and photo policy

You cannot bring your cellphone or personal camera on the activity. Devices are placed in a locker, and the tour photographer takes pictures instead. The rule is explained as a safety and security measure, but it can feel restrictive if you want to document the day yourself.

The practical problem is not only the missed selfies. If your group wants to check messages, confirm a payment, or contact the hotel, you will not have the phone during the ride. Bring only what you need and handle essential arrangements before locking your device away.

Photo packages are available after the tour. Prices have been described as high, and inconsistent quotes can create frustration. Ask to see the full price and exactly what it includes before agreeing to buy. You are not required to purchase the photos.

A private-tour upgrade may allow phone use, according to one account, but do not assume that until the staff confirms it. The safest plan is to treat the no-phone rule as applying to the standard shared tour.

Pickup, check-in, and group size

Pickup is available from hotels, villas, and the Cabo San Lucas cruise port, as well as San José del Cabo properties. Confirm the time after booking rather than relying on a general schedule. Shared vans can be delayed by traffic and by stops for other groups.

The check-in process is where the experience can feel least polished. At a busy property, you may need to find the correct line for the combined camel and vehicle activities, then handle admission, insurance, vehicle selection, and photo information. If you arrive with a large group, keep your booking details handy and ask staff where to go as soon as you enter.

The maximum is 50 people. That does not mean every departure will reach that number, but you should expect a commercial operation rather than a small family-run outing. The tradeoff is lower booking complexity and included transport, but less control over timing.

The guides are often the bright spot once the activities begin. Rafael, Bruno, Raul, Pancho, Juan, Andrés, and others have been praised for being funny, helpful, and attentive to safety. Your guide can make a shared group feel much more personal, but the exact guide depends on the day.

Comfort, safety, and who should skip it

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The stated weight limit is 274 pounds, or 140 kilograms, per person. You should take that limit seriously when booking.

This is not a passive sightseeing tour. You will mount and dismount a camel, sit through off-road driving, and deal with sand and uneven trails. If you have back concerns, think carefully about the vehicle option. One person specifically worried that the basic UTV trails would be hard on an older back and preferred a more comfortable upgrade.

Wear clothes you do not mind getting dusty. The supplied details do not list a required clothing kit, so ask the operator about footwear and protective equipment before arrival. Bring extra cash for tips, purchases, and drinks, but leave your phone in the provided locker during the activity.

If you see a vehicle with a missing safety feature, faulty lights, or any other problem, tell the guide and check-in staff at once. Do not let the pressure of a group schedule push you into accepting equipment that feels unsafe.

Cancellation and weather

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.

The tour requires good weather. If poor weather forces cancellation, you receive the choice of another date or a full refund. Since the activity combines animals, sand, vehicles, and beach conditions, keep a little flexibility in your Cabo schedule.

Should you book the camel and UTV combo?

I would book this if you want an active, highly varied half-day and are willing to manage the add-on costs. The Pacific beach views, camel feeding, long off-road course, and tequila tasting give you more variety than a basic ATV ride. It is a strong choice for couples, families with suitable participants, and first-time visitors who want several classic Cabo activities in one reservation.

I would not book it if you need an exact return time, dislike group operations, or want to take your own photos. I would also avoid it if unclear insurance terms and sales pitches will sour the day for you.

For the best chance of a smooth outing, confirm pickup, ask for the complete cost in writing, clarify the insurance hold, decide between manual and automatic vehicles, and consider the private upgrade if personal space matters. At $109 plus the admission fee and possible extras, the value is good only when you arrive prepared for the real total.

FAQ

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $109 per person. A $25 Los Cabos admission fee per person is not included, and additional charges may apply for insurance, automatic ATV upgrades, private tours, and photo packages.

How long does the tour last?

The activity itself lasts approximately three hours. Pickup, check-in, traffic, and return transportation can make the total time longer.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Round-trip transportation is offered from hotels, villas, and the cruise port in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Confirm your pickup schedule with the supplier after booking.

Can I choose an ATV or a Side by Side?

A one-person booking receives a single ATV. A booking for two people generally uses one shared Side by Side. A fully automatic ATV may require an additional payment.

Can two people ride one camel together?

Yes. If you book as two people, you ride a camel together as a double.

Can I bring my phone or camera?

No. For safety reasons, personal phones and cameras are not allowed on the activity. You receive access to a locker, and an on-site photographer offers pictures for purchase.

Is insurance included?

Optional liability insurance may be handled with a credit-card hold, while other insurance charges may apply depending on your arrangement. Ask the operator to explain the charge or hold before riding.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes within 24 hours are not refunded. Poor weather may result in another date or a full refund.