Camel Ride Tour in Los Cabos

Los Cabos is known for boats, beaches, and polished resorts. This tour gives you a different view: a camel ride beside the ocean, followed by a short desert safari and a meal at G-Force Adventures. You can feed the camels, spend time with the animals, and see how the dry Baja setting meets the coast.

I like two things here. First, the maximum group size of 10 should keep the pace calm and let the camel handler give you personal help. Second, the $76 price includes hotel transport, a tequila tasting, soft drinks, water, and a lunch buffet rather than charging you for each extra item.

The main catch is the separate $25 entrance fee, which raises the real cost to about $101 per person before souvenir photos. You should also confirm the pickup details carefully, since the tour serves hotels and villas in both Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo.

Key points to know before booking

• Camel ride with an ocean backdrop: The ride combines the beach and Baja’s dry desert setting rather than keeping you inside an animal holding area.
• Small group of up to 10: This is a better fit for personal attention than a large coach-style outing.
• Lunch and tequila included: Expect a beef, pork, and chicken Super Burro meal, plus soft drinks, water, and a tequila tasting.
• Hotel pickup is offered: Transportation is available from most hotels and villas in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo.
• Plan for the extra $25 fee: The entrance charge is not included in the advertised $76 price.
• Alejandra earns special praise: Her friendly, outgoing style helped make one visit feel personal and fun.

Why a camel ride makes sense in Los Cabos

A camel ride may sound out of place in Mexico, but the appeal here is the setting. You are not simply riding around a fenced paddock. The route includes the beach and desert, with the ocean behind you and the dry Baja surroundings ahead.

The camel encounter begins with close contact. You can feed the animals and spend a little time getting comfortable before riding. That matters if you have never been on a camel, or if a child in your group is unsure about being near one.

The tour is built around a gentle pace, not a high-speed outdoor activity. You get a look at Baja’s plants, wildlife, and dry terrain while an experienced handler explains what you are seeing. The bilingual guide provides help in English and Spanish, and the activity is offered in English for English-speaking customers.

I would not book this expecting a full-day wilderness trip. The entire visit lasts about two hours, so it works well as a half-day addition to a Cabo vacation. You get a clear taste of the setting without giving up most of your day.

Arriving at G-Force Adventures

The meeting point is G-Force Adventures on Carretera Cabo San Lucas, Avenida La Paz Km. 106, in Cabo San Lucas. If you arrange pickup, the company collects from most hotels and villas in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo.

Add your hotel name when you book. That is a small step, but it matters because pickup timing and transport arrangements depend on your location. The activity finishes back at the meeting point, so pickup customers should have a clear plan for getting back to their accommodation.

The transport service adds real value. A taxi or private transfer to an out-of-town activity can quickly make a lower tour price less attractive. Here, hotel pickup and drop-off are part of the package, although the separate entrance fee still applies.

Confirmation arrives at booking. Since this activity is commonly reserved about 29 days ahead, I would not leave it until the last minute if the date matters to you, especially during a busy Cabo visit.

Meeting the camels before the ride

The animal encounter is more than a quick photo stop. You get close to the camels, feed them, and share a quiet moment before setting off with the handler.

That first contact helps you get used to the animals. Camels are large, unusual creatures, and the chance to meet them on the ground makes the ride less abrupt. The handler is there to guide you, answer questions, and help keep the group together.

The guide also introduces the desert setting, including local flora and wildlife. The supplied details do not promise a long naturalist talk or a list of guaranteed animal sightings, so think of this as a broad introduction rather than a specialist nature tour.

The animal interaction is likely to be the best part for families and first-time riders. A kids club is included, which gives families another reason to consider the activity. The available information does not explain the club’s exact schedule or age range, so ask the operator if that feature is important to your plans.

Riding between desert and shore

Once you are ready, the camel ride follows the beach and desert. The ocean provides the memorable backdrop, while the dry terrain gives you a sense of Baja beyond the resort zone.

The route seems designed for scenery and a relaxed outing rather than athletic challenge. One important practical point: the information supplied includes comments about horse rides and horses, even though this activity is presented as a camel ride. I would confirm the exact riding arrangement with G-Force Adventures before booking if the animal type is central to your decision.

The small group limit helps here. With no more than 10 people, the handler can keep an eye on the pace and respond to individual concerns. That is especially useful for anyone nervous around animals or riding for the first time.

A past visit praised an instructor for listening to a rider’s requests and helping that person feel safe. Another guide, Alejandra, was singled out for being outgoing and making the outing feel special. Those details suggest that the human side of the activity matters as much as the route itself.

Do not expect complete solitude. This is a commercial activity at a named adventure facility, not a private ride through empty country. The value lies in the combination of animal contact, coastal views, food, and easy transport.

What the two-hour schedule gives you

Two hours is enough time for the main pieces without making the day feel overstuffed. The visit includes the animal introduction, riding, desert portion, tequila tasting, and lunch.

The short duration is useful if you are traveling with children, combining activities, or working around a resort check-in. You can fit it into a morning or afternoon and still have time for other Cabo plans.

The trade-off is that each part will be fairly compact. If you want a long ride, a full nature lesson, or hours in the desert, this will feel brief. The description does not give exact times for the ride, meal, or tasting, so you should not assume the full two hours will be spent in the saddle.

The pacing should suit people who want variety. You meet the camels, ride, learn a little about the area, eat, and taste tequila. It is more of a complete outing than a single-purpose riding lesson.

Lunch, drinks, and the tequila tasting

The included meal is a Super Burro with beef, pork, and chicken. Soft drinks and water are provided, so you do not need to build a separate meal stop into your schedule.

That food inclusion improves the $76 value. Cabo excursions can become expensive once you add transport, lunch, and drinks. Here, those basics are bundled together, though you still need to add the $25 entrance fee when calculating the true price.

The tequila tasting adds a distinctly Mexican touch. It is a tasting, not a promise of unlimited alcohol, and the tour notes clearly warn that people under the influence of alcohol or drugs should not participate.

I would save the tasting for after the ride. The safety note is plain, and it makes sense: you want a clear head around large animals and during transport. The meal and nonalcoholic drinks also make the outing easier for mixed groups, including people who do not drink.

Souvenir photos are available for purchase but are not included. If you want a picture from the ride, budget for that separately rather than treating it as part of the package.

Is $76 a fair price?

At first glance, $76 per person is reasonable for a two-hour guided outing with hotel pickup and drop-off. Add the camel ride, animal interaction, lunch, soft drinks, water, tequila tasting, and a small group, and the package covers more than the headline activity.

The required $25 entrance fee changes the calculation. Your basic total becomes about $101 per person, before optional photos. For a couple, that is roughly $202 before photos, so this is not a bargain activity in the strict sense.

Still, the price can make sense if you value convenience. A separate transfer, meal, and tequila tasting would cost money and take planning. The maximum of 10 also gives this a more personal feel than a large excursion, which is worth something if you want direct help from the handler.

I would compare the full $101 cost with other camel or desert options in Cabo, not just the advertised $76. Families should also ask about the kids club details before deciding how much value that feature adds.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend this tour to you if you want a short, easy-to-arrange activity with several elements in one package. It suits first-time camel riders, families, couples, and anyone who wants coastal views without committing to a full day away from the resort.

It is also a good pick if you like guided experiences with a social side. The tequila tasting and shared lunch make it more than a ride, while the group size keeps it from feeling like a major bus excursion.

You may want another activity if you are looking for a long, demanding ride or a detailed wildlife program. This is not presented as an advanced riding experience, and the nature portion is an introduction to Baja’s setting rather than a specialist field trip.

People who do not drink can still enjoy the ride, meal, animals, and soft drinks. However, anyone who plans to drink before the activity should not do so. The operator specifically says participation is not recommended for people under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Booking details and cancellation

The activity is offered in English and includes an experienced camel handler plus a bilingual guide. Most people can participate, but the supplied information does not give detailed accessibility rules or specific rider restrictions, so contact G-Force Adventures if you have a mobility concern.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.

The activity has a maximum of 10 people. Since pickup is offered from most hotels and villas in two resort areas, include the correct hotel name when booking and allow time for the arranged transport.

Should you book the Los Cabos camel ride?

Book it if you want a compact coastal-and-desert outing that handles the basics for you: transport, animal contact, riding, lunch, drinks, and a tequila tasting. The small group and warm guiding style, especially the praise for Alejandra, add to its appeal.

Skip it if the extra $25 fee makes the total too high, or if you want a long ride with extensive nature commentary. For most people, the best way to judge the value is to think of it as a bundled half-day activity rather than a simple camel ride. At about $101 before photos, it is a fair choice for convenience and variety, but not the cheapest way to see Cabo.

FAQ

Where does the camel ride begin?

It begins at G-Force Adventures, Carretera Cabo San Lucas, Avenida La Paz Km. 106, 23473 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are offered from most hotels and villas in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo.

How long does the activity last?

The activity lasts approximately two hours.

What is included in the price?

The package includes a professional guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, an experienced camel handler, a bilingual guide, a desert safari, a camel ride along the beach, a tequila tasting, lunch, soft drinks, and water.

What food is served?

Lunch is a Super Burro with beef, pork, and chicken.

Is the tequila tasting included?

Yes. Tequila tasting is included in the activity.

Is the entrance fee included?

No. An entrance fee of $25 per person is charged separately.

How large is the group?

The activity has a maximum of 10 participants.

Are souvenir photos included?

No. Souvenir photos are available to purchase separately.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes within 24 hours are not refunded.