A camel ride over ocean sand in Cabo is oddly calming. This camel + UTV combo mixes Pacific shoreline views, desert trails, and a tequila tasting, all with round-trip pickup. I love that you get two big activities in one outing, and I love that there’s a pro photographer on hand so you’re not stuck with shaky selfies. One thing to consider: you can’t bring your phone or camera, and the group logistics can mean delays if traffic runs late.

The day moves in a steady rhythm—start at the ranch, ride out through desert scenery, then switch to high-horsepower off-road time. Guides I’ve seen named for this experience include Juan, Pancho, Bruno, Rafael (RAF), and Zetina, and the vibe tends to be friendly and safety-focused. If you’re aiming for maximum flexibility or you hate waiting around, you’ll want to plan for the tour being shared (not private) and timed around pick-up.

Quick hit checklist: What’s great and what you’ll notice

• Two major activities in one: camel safari plus UTV or side-by-side off-road time.
• Pacific-to-desert scenery near Migriño Beach: ocean-side cliffs and sandy dunes are part of the show.
• Tequila tasting included: you’ll get a guided intro, not just a quick sip.
• Pro photographer handles the chaos: photos are available after the tour (you can’t film or shoot yourself).
• Budget extra, even if you book $109: Los Cabos admission plus optional insurance and possible upgrades.
• You choose your ride: side-by-side for two-person groups, or a single ATV if you’re booked alone.

Camel, Desert, and Ocean: What the Combo Feels Like

This tour’s whole pitch is simple: you don’t just see Cabo from one angle. You ride across Migriño Beach and surrounding desert terrain on a camel, then you hit Baja off-road routes on an ATV or side-by-side. It’s the kind of switch-up that keeps the day from getting repetitive. One moment you’re moving slow and steady on an animal safari; the next you’re bouncing across trails with real speed.

I also like how the variety of ecosystems is baked into the route. You’re not only chasing one view. Expect changes as you go—ocean edges, desert scenery, and mountain-range sightlines. In season, you may also spot wildflowers along the way, which adds a nice pop of color to photos even if you’re buying the picture package rather than shooting your own.

The best part for many people is the pacing. It’s long enough to feel like an adventure, but not so long that you’re exhausted by hour three. Still, you should know this is a shared tour with a maximum of 50 travelers, so your day can feel a little more “schedule-driven” than a smaller private outing.

Price and value: What $109 covers (and what can add up)

The listed price is $109.00 per person for about 3 hours. What makes it potentially good value is that the core package includes:

• Round-trip transportation
• Camel ride safari with certified guides
• UTV/side-by-side (based on how many people are in your reservation)
• Tequila tasting
• A professional photographer (photos for sale after)

On top of that, you’ll want to budget for the Los Cabos admission fee of $25.00 per person. That’s the one extra you should assume from the start.

Then there are a few “optional or upgrade” costs that can change your final total:

• Liability/collision insurance: optional if you use a credit card, but if you choose not to use that option you may pay for insurance at check-in. Some folks feel this is where the day gets expensive, so be mentally ready.
• Automatic ATV upgrade: the tour notes extra charges for an upgrade to a fully automatic ATV.
• Photo package: photos are taken by the photographer and sold after the tour, and several reviews complained that pricing can feel high.

My practical take: if you want both rides and you’d otherwise pay for separate activities, the combo can be a smart deal. If you only care about one of the two activities, it’s easier to overpay for the parts you didn’t really want. Also, if you’re the type who hates surprise add-ons, read the money rules closely before you go.

Pickup, traffic, and why shared tours can run long

This one includes round-trip transportation, with pick-up offered at hotels, villas, and the cruise port in Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo. That’s a big convenience factor. You don’t have to coordinate taxis, and you don’t have to deal with parking.

The trade-off is that it’s not a private tour. That means check-in and transportation can get delayed, especially during traffic hours. Several reviews emphasized late pick-ups that then squeezed the rest of their day. If your Cabo schedule is tight—dinner reservations, whale watching, or a second excursion—consider adding cushion or upgrading to private transportation if that option is available to you when booking.

Two timing tips that make the day smoother:

• Arrive with a flexible mindset. A shared combo is not designed for pinpoint accuracy.
• Plan your next activity later in the day, not right after the tour window.

Camel Ride Safari: Ocean sand, desert scenery, and real camel time

The camel portion starts at a ranch and then heads along Migriño Beach on the Pacific Ocean, with desert scenery mixed in. This is where the tour often wins people over, even if they’re not sure about riding a camel in the first place.

What you’ll likely enjoy most:

• The slow pace gives you time to actually look. You’re not only watching a guide; you’re taking in the ocean and terrain.
• You’re moving through different settings—beach-to-desert transitions make the scenery feel like more than one postcard.
• You’ll have a chance to learn about the ranch and the camels, and you get photos taken by the photographer (since phones and cameras aren’t allowed).

One practical consideration: camel rides can feel short to some people. A couple of reviews specifically wished the camel portion lasted longer. If camel time is your top priority, you should decide early whether you want to pay extra for an experience that leans more heavily into that part.

Also, expect to follow the safety and animal-handling rules from the certified guides. That means listening, staying put when instructed, and not improvising with your posture or position.

UTV or Side-by-Side: Baja speed through dunes and cliffs

Once the camel ride wraps, you switch to the off-road half: UTVs or side-by-side vehicles. Here’s the key setup detail: if you’re booked as two people, you ride a camel together as a double, and you’ll do the off-road in a side-by-side configuration “for every 2 person.” If you book as only 1 person, you get a single ATV.

The route is built around classic Los Cabos off-road scenery:

• Driving through mountains of the Baja desert
• Riding to the white sandy dunes of Migriño Beach
• Cruising past ocean-side cliffs

It’s a high-energy shift. If you’ve never driven an ATV before, you’ll get guidance from the team and you’ll likely spend some time getting comfortable before you hit the deeper trails.

Two things to keep in mind:

• Weight limit is listed as 274 lbs (140 kg) per person. If that’s you or someone in your party, confirm before you go.
• There’s a note about upgrades and vehicle types. Some people mention concerns about the base UTV being rough on the body, so if back comfort matters, think about machine choice and consider upgrading if it’s offered in the right way for your needs.

And yes, expect dust, bumps, and that fun “we’re really doing this” feeling that only off-road delivers. This is the moment most people remember.

Tequila tasting: A guided stop that’s more about learning than partying

Tequila tasting is included, and the tone is instructional. You’ll get a guide-led experience rather than a quick pour-and-go.

This matters because some people don’t automatically like tequila. A few reviews mentioned they don’t normally enjoy tequila, then ended up liking what they tried—like passion fruit tequila. That suggests the tasting focuses on quality and flavors, not just the idea of getting tipsy.

Practical way to enjoy it:

• Take small sips and pay attention. The guided part is where you’ll get the most value.
• If you’re the type who gets overwhelmed easily, don’t rush. You still have riding and movement afterward or around the tasting window depending on how they pace the group.

Also keep your expectations realistic: this is not a full tequila tour with a long distillery curriculum. It’s a included tasting stop designed to complement the adventure day.

Photos, phone rules, and the locker reality

For safety reasons, cell phones and cameras are not allowed during the tour. Instead, there’s a professional photographer taking pictures that you can purchase after the experience.

In practice, that means you should plan like this:

• If you need photos on your own phone, you won’t have that option during the ride itself.
• You’ll likely use the photographer’s images for your memories and social posts.
• Expect a pressure-free but sales-oriented moment at the end when you decide what to buy.

Some people feel annoyed by this rule, and a few reviews suggest frustration about the “no phone” policy and pricing of photos. My advice is simple: don’t treat it as a surprise. Treat it like part of the package. If you want a hands-on photography day, you may prefer a different tour style.

One small upside: not having to manage your phone in the dust and on moving rides can make you focus on the experience. And since the photographer is doing it for groups, you may end up with better results than you’d get chasing perfect angles yourself.

What makes the guides matter (and the names I’d watch for)

Guide quality can make or break a combo tour because there’s a lot happening in a short window. The experience here tends to be run with clear instructions, and several named guides show up in feedback: Juan, Pancho, Bruno, Rafael (RAF), Zetina, and Rudy. Alex and Javier are also mentioned as standout guides in at least one account.

What you want from your guide on a camel + UTV day:

• Safety guidance that actually sticks
• A calm, organized approach during transitions
• Enough humor and explanation to keep the day fun, not robotic

Based on the pattern of reviews tied to those names, this is the area where the tour appears strongest. When the guide is good, the day feels “tight” instead of chaotic.

Comfort notes: legs, backs, and timing expectations

This isn’t a sit-in-a-bus kind of outing. You’ll be on a camel, then on a vehicle, then moving between stations. Some people mentioned concerns about whether their back could handle the base UTV trails, which is worth taking seriously.

A few comfort-minded tips:

• Wear shoes you trust for uneven ground.
• Dress for dust and sun. Even if the ride isn’t long in minutes, the dust can be real.
• If you’re sensitive to bumpy rides, consider whether the side-by-side setup or an automatic upgrade is a better fit for you.

Also, because the tour can involve waiting for pick-up windows, bring patience. The operation is capped at 50 people, but it’s still a multi-stop schedule. If the weather is poor, the tour notes it can be canceled and you’ll be offered another date or a full refund.

Who should book this Cabo combo, and who might not

This excursion is a great match if you:

• Want two major activities (camel safari plus off-road) in one outing
• Like the idea of Migriño Beach scenery paired with desert driving
• Enjoy tasting something local, even if you’re not a tequila super-fan
• Are okay with a shared-day schedule and a phone-free safety setup

It might be less ideal if you:

• Need full control over your photography and want to use your own phone during the ride
• Have a tight itinerary and cannot tolerate pickup or check-in delays
• Hate the idea of extra charges at check-in for insurance or upgrades
• Are very sensitive to bumpy off-road vehicle time

If you fall into the “must have my phone for everything” category, this tour’s rule set is likely to frustrate you more than it’s worth.

Should you book? My decision guide

If you’re looking for a Cabo experience that feels like you actually left the resort, this combo makes sense. The combination of a camel ride near Migriño Beach, a full off-road driving segment, and an included tequila tasting is a strong value package as long as you budget for the extras like the $25 Los Cabos admission and any optional insurance or ATV upgrade you choose.

I’d especially consider booking if you want variety more than perfection. You’re paying for a day of different motion and scenery, not for a slow, highly customized private tour.

You’ll have the best time if you go in with three expectations:

• You can’t use your phone or camera during the ride.
• Shared logistics can add waiting time.
• Your final total may be more than $109 depending on insurance and ride preferences.

If that fits your style, this is the kind of day you’ll talk about later: beach sand, desert trails, and tequila in one Cabo-sized hit.

FAQ

How long is the camel ride and UTV combo tour?

It runs about 3 hours.

What’s included in the $109 price?

You get round-trip transportation, a camel riding safari with certified guides, an off-road vehicle (side-by-side for two-person reservations or a single ATV for one person), tequila tasting, and a professional photographer whose photos are available for purchase after the tour.

Do I have to pay an admission fee in Cabo?

Yes. There’s an admission fee of $25.00 USD per person that is not included.

Can I bring my phone or camera on the tour?

No. For safety reasons, cell phones and cameras are not allowed. A photographer takes pictures during the tour, and you can buy the photo package at the end.

What off-road vehicles are available?

You choose between options based on how you’re booked: side-by-side for every 2 people, or single ATVs if you book as 1 person. Automatic ATV upgrades are available for an extra charge.

Is the tour private?

No, it’s not private. It’s a shared tour, and private upgrades come with extra charges if you request them.