Todos Santos: Sunset ridge hike with local guide & pickup

Summary

Hiking the Pacific ridge at sunset after exploring Todos Santos

You’ll walk through Todos Santos’ colorful streets with a local guide before hiking up rocky trails for wide-open Pacific views at sunset. Enjoy free time for ice cream or photos, plus snacks and support along the way. It’s an active day trip from town that leaves you feeling both tired and quietly amazed — something you’ll remember long after you leave Baja.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to start our Todos Santos sunset hike wandering slow through the old streets, but I’m glad we did. Our guide — I think her name was Marisol — stopped every few minutes to point out something I’d have missed: a faded mural, a tiny bakery with sweet bread smells drifting out, or the way the light hit the church’s yellow walls. She told us about how this place grew from a Jesuit village into what it is now. I tried repeating “Pueblo Mágico” like she did but my accent made her laugh. It was easygoing, not rushed — just people watching and letting the town settle in around us.

After that, we had some time to wander on our own. I got coconut ice cream (the real kind, not too sweet), and sat on the curb for a bit just listening to kids playing soccer nearby. Then came the main part: the actual hike up the Pacific ridge. The first stretch was steeper than I thought — 30 degrees feels different when you’re actually on it — but Marisol kept checking if we were okay and handed out protein bars like some kind of trail mom. The air changed as we climbed; you could smell salt and dry grass, and there was this constant low sound of waves somewhere far below.

The sun started dropping fast once we reached the top. There’s no way to really describe how that looked — orange light catching on rocks, ocean going almost silver-blue, everyone getting quiet for a minute without meaning to. Someone tried to take a group selfie but dropped their headlamp (don’t worry, we found it). I still think about that view sometimes when I’m stuck in traffic back home. We scrambled down slowly with our headlamps on, legs tired but in that good way where you know you’ve earned your dinner.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Todos Santos Sunset Hike

• 4 miles multi trail hike with Pacific views

Top questions

How long is the Todos Santos sunset hike?

The hike covers about 4 miles along multi-trail paths near Todos Santos.

Is transportation included in this day trip?

Yes, private transportation is included for pickup and drop-off.

What fitness level do I need for this tour?

You should be able to handle moderate uphill walking (up to 30 degrees).

Are snacks or water provided during the hike?

Yes, bottled water and protein bars are supplied by your guide.

Who leads the Todos Santos sunset hike?

A certified outdoor guide leads the tour and shares local history.

Can I bring my service animal?

Service animals are allowed on this tour.

What’s included

Your experience includes private transportation from town, guidance from a certified local expert throughout both the history walk and ridge hike, bottled water and protein bars for energy along the trail, plus use of a headlamp as dusk falls before returning together in comfort at night.