Cabo: 4x4 UTV Canyon Adventure & Oceanfront Lunch

Summary

Race dusty Baja trails in a 4x4 UTV then feast by the sea

You’ll tear through Baja’s wild canyons in a 4x4 UTV near Cabo San Lucas, guided by locals who know every twist of the trail. Afterward, relax at an oceanfront ranch with unlimited Mexican buffet and tequila tasting. Expect laughter, dusty shoes, and views that stick with you long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the sound—those chunky tires crunching over dry gravel as we rolled into Tierra Sagrada, this ranch tucked between cactus and blue sky outside Cabo San Lucas. Our guide, Paco, handed me a helmet and grinned like he knew what was coming. I could smell sun-warmed sage and something spicy from the kitchen drifting over. The gear felt weird at first, all stiff and padded, but honestly I was glad for it once we hit the trail.

I’d never driven a UTV before (I kept calling it an ATV by accident—Paco just laughed), but after a quick run-through we were off. The engine’s growl echoed in the canyons, dust swirling behind us. We tore through sandy arroyos lined with those tall cardón cacti—one of them looked like it was waving at us, swear to god—and splashed across shallow streams that left my shoes soggy but my face hurting from grinning. At one point we stopped on a hilltop and you could see all the way to the Pacific, this wild blue edge under white-hot sun. I didn’t expect to feel so small out there.

Back at the ranch, my hands were still buzzing when we sat down for lunch—ocean view, salt in the air, plates loaded with quesadillas and things I couldn’t pronounce (Li laughed when I tried to say “chiles en nogada” in Spanish). The buffet was endless: beans with smoky heat, tortillas warm from the grill, sweet agua fresca dripping down my wrist. Someone poured tequila for tasting; I sipped slow because Paco said “sip, don’t shoot.” He was right. There’s a burn that turns sweet if you wait for it.

I keep thinking about that moment on the trail when everything went quiet except for wind and distant surf. Not sure you can get that feeling anywhere else—not in town anyway.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Off-road adventure and lunch

• Hotel pickup by Cabo Adventures
• Drive along Pacific coastline
• Arrive at Rancho Tierra Sagrada
• Meet guides and get protective gear
• Drive UTV through desert trails
• Explore canyons and streams
• Return to ranch restaurant
• Enjoy Mexican lunch buffet
• Tequila and Mezcal tasting
• Return to hotel

Top questions

How long is the Cabo 4x4 UTV adventure?

The tour lasts about 3 hours plus transportation time from your hotel.

Is lunch included on this Cabo UTV tour?

Yes, there’s an unlimited Mexican buffet lunch at an oceanfront ranch restaurant after your ride.

What is the minimum age for passengers?

The minimum passenger age is 8 years old; drivers must be at least 18 with a valid license.

Are drinks provided during the tour?

Yes, ice-cold beer, tequila and mezcal tastings, plus natural or fruit-flavored water are included with lunch.

Do I need prior experience to drive a UTV?

No previous experience is needed; guides will give instructions before you start driving.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, round-trip hotel pickup is included in your booking.

Can vegetarians eat at the buffet?

Yes, vegetarian options are available at the Mexican buffet lunch.

Are cameras allowed during the ride?

No, cameras are not permitted during the driving portion of the tour for safety reasons.

What extra fees should I expect?

A $45 USD collision fee and $25 USD park entrance fee are required at check-in.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Cabo San Lucas or nearby areas, full-body protective gear (helmet, gloves), use of a powerful automatic 4x4 UTV for two people per vehicle with local guides leading each group into private canyon trails. Afterward enjoy an unlimited Mexican buffet lunch with vegetarian options by the ocean plus ice-cold beer, tequila and mezcal tastings before heading back to your hotel.