Valle de Guadalupe: Off Road ATV Tour & Baja Winery Stop

Summary

ATV through Baja vineyards then sip wine in Mexico’s valley

You’ll ride your own ATV through Valle de Guadalupe’s vineyards with a local guide leading the way. Pause for sweeping valley views, then slow down at a Baja winery for thirty minutes of tasting or relaxing among the vines. Expect some dust, laughter, and that feeling when you realize you’re somewhere new.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the crunch of gravel under the ATV tires—louder than I expected, kind of satisfying. Valle de Guadalupe smells like sage after last night’s rain, and there’s this low hum from the vines as we zipped past. Our guide, Luis, waved us down to point out a family picking grapes—he said they’ve worked here for generations. I tried to say “gracias” in my best accent and got a smile back, so maybe I didn’t totally butcher it.

I’d never been on an off road tour in Baja before, but after about twenty minutes I started to relax into it. The wind picked up little bits of red dust that stuck to my sleeves (should’ve worn darker clothes). We passed maybe ten wineries—some with big modern buildings, others just rows of vines and a faded sign. There was this one spot where we stopped for photos; you could see the whole valley laid out below, sun catching on the metal roofs. Someone in our group just stood there quietly for a while—I get why.

After all the noise and bouncing around, rolling up to Don Tomas winery felt almost too calm. The air changed—sort of cool and earthy inside, with that faint smell you get near oak barrels. We had about half an hour to wander or just sit with a glass (I picked their rosé; not usually my thing but it worked). A couple next to me debated which bottle to take home—I’m still thinking about that view from their patio. It’s not fancy or anything, but it sticks with you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Off road tour and winery visit

• Learn to operate off road vehicle
• Ride through vineyards for one hour
• Pass first winery without stopping
• Pass second winery without stopping
• Pass third winery with cabins
• Arrive at Don Tomas winery
• Enjoy 30 minutes wine tasting and photos

Top questions

How long is the off road ATV tour in Valle de Guadalupe?

The ATV ride lasts about 40 minutes around the valley before stopping at the viewing point and winery.

Is transportation included in this Valle de Guadalupe ATV tour?

No, transportation is not included but can be arranged for an extra fee.

Do I need experience riding ATVs for this Baja winery tour?

No prior experience is needed—the guide will teach you how to operate your off road vehicle before starting.

Is wine tasting included at Don Tomas winery?

You can order any wine tasting or drinks you like at Don Tomas; tastings are optional and paid separately.

Are helmets and safety equipment provided on this ATV tour?

Yes, helmets and goggles are provided for all participants.

Can children join this Valle de Guadalupe off road tour?

Infants and small children can join if seated on an adult’s lap or in a stroller; check suitability based on age.

What’s included

Your day includes use of an ATV with helmet and goggles provided by your local guide, plus bottled water along the route. You’ll have time at Don Tomas winery for optional tastings or drinks before heading back out into the valley—transportation can be arranged if needed for an extra fee.