You’ll tear across desert trails by UTV, ride horses along wild Los Cabos beaches, then pedal sky bikes high above cacti and waves—all with a local guide who keeps things real. Finish off swapping stories over tequila tasting before heading back to your hotel feeling sunburned and kind of happy.
The first thing that hit me was the smell—somewhere between warm dust and salt air—as we pulled up to the Cactus ATV place outside Cabo San Lucas. Our guide, Diego, had this easy way of explaining everything (even when I fumbled with my helmet straps). He pointed out the aviary—bright flashes of parrots in the trees—and then handed us goggles and bandanas. I remember thinking: I’ve never looked less cool in my life, but hey, everyone else was grinning too.
The UTVs are loud, but not in a bad way—more like a growl that makes your stomach flutter. We tore through rocky canyons and splashed across streams (I got soaked; didn’t mind). Diego kept checking back on us, making sure no one got lost or too wild. The main keyword here is “adventure combo” because it really does feel like three trips packed into one day trip from Los Cabos. When we reached Migriño beach, there was this second where the ocean just opened up in front of us—sky all silver-blue and wind whipping sand against my legs. I still think about that view sometimes.
Switching to horseback after all that noise felt weirdly peaceful—my horse’s name was Luna and she seemed to know the trail better than I did. There’s something about riding along the coastline with nothing but hoofbeats and waves for company. One of the ranch hands tried teaching me a few Spanish words for the horses (I definitely butchered “cabalgata”—he laughed). Then came the sky bikes: you’re clipped in, pedaling above cactus fields with desert on one side and ocean on the other. My legs shook more than I’d admit but honestly? Worth it for those few minutes floating up there.
We ended back at base with a quick tequila tasting—smoky-sweet stuff that burned just right—and Diego told us little stories about his family’s favorite brands. I guess what stuck with me wasn’t just the adrenaline or even the views; it was how everyone—from guides to ranch hands—made you feel like you belonged for a day. Not every tour does that.
The tour includes about 1 hour each of UTV driving, horseback riding, and sky bike adventure plus time for transfers and tequila tasting.
Yes, round-trip transportation from hotels in San Jose del Cabo or Cabo San Lucas is included.
Children can join if accompanied by an adult; minimum age to drive a UTV is 16 (no license required).
Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dusty; closed shoes are best for both UTVs and horseback riding.
No lunch is included but water is provided; there is a tequila tasting at the end of your adventure.
Yes, professional bilingual guides lead all activities throughout the tour.
The facilities are wheelchair accessible but some activities may not be suitable depending on mobility needs.
Your day includes hotel pickup from San Jose del Cabo or Cabo San Lucas, safety equipment like helmets and goggles, water throughout all activities, an hour each of shared UTV driving through mountains and beaches, horseback riding along the coast, an aerial sky bike adventure with ecological hike time, bilingual guiding at every step—and wraps up with a proper tequila tasting before drop-off back at your hotel.
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