REVIEW · CABO SAN LUCAS
Cabo San Lucas: Camel Ride on the Beach
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Camels on a beach sounds like a prank, but it works. You’ll ride through the Cabo desert, then get hands-on time to feed and hug the camels with the Pacific Ocean right there. I also like how the tour doesn’t stop at animals: you end with a Mexican buffet and a tequila tasting that gives you something to take home beyond photos.
One caution before you budget: the tour price doesn’t include the $25 park entrance fee per person, and cameras are not allowed—so the optional photo package can add up if you want the official shots.
What really makes this excursion feel worth your time is the full mix of experiences in a short window: camel handling and desert views, a nature hike in an ecological reserve, then food and tequila. Guides like Cesar and Herrera have a strong track record of keeping things clear and upbeat in English and Spanish, so even if you’re not Spanish-fluent, you should feel guided the whole way.
In This Review
- Why This Cabo Camel Ride Feels Like More Than a Ride
- Migriño Beach Desert Safari Flow: How the 2 Hours Typically Unfold
- Camel Handling, Feeding, and Hugging: The Best Part
- The Short Nature Hike in the Ecological Reserve
- Mexican Buffet: What You’ll Actually Eat
- Tequila Museum and Tasting: Fun Education Without the Snobbery
- Price and Real Value: What $114 Buys (and What Costs Extra)
- Photos, Cameras, and the Catch-22 of Tour Memories
- Getting Picked Up: How Not to Miss the Shuttle
- Who Should Book This Camel Ride Adventure
- The Bottom Line: Should You Book FunCabo’s Camel Ride?
- FAQ
- How long is the camel ride tour?
- Is round-trip transportation included?
- What is the park entrance fee?
- What do I need to bring?
- Are cameras or cellphones allowed during the tour?
- Is tequila tasting included?
- What languages is the guide?
- Who should not book this tour?
Why This Cabo Camel Ride Feels Like More Than a Ride
This tour is built around the classic Cabo “do more than one thing” formula, but it keeps the focus on the desert and the animals. You’re not just hopping onto a camel for ten minutes and leaving. The handler guidance, plus the chance to feed and hug the camels, is where this becomes memorable.
The other half is culture-by-way-of-pleasure: a Mexican buffet with variety (not just one sad plate), then a tequila museum stop followed by a tasting of different flavors. It’s a nice pairing for a vacation day because it mixes an outdoor activity with a sit-down moment where you can reset your feet and your sunburn potential.
Migriño Beach Desert Safari Flow: How the 2 Hours Typically Unfold
The day moves fast—about 2 hours total—and that matters if you’re the type who likes to linger. You start with round-trip transportation from Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo resorts and hotels, plus cruise ships. If you’re staying in a private residence, they’ll set a meeting point nearby your location.
Once you arrive, you check in at the park office. Then you get safety equipment and instructions, followed by the camel ride through the desert area. After the ride, the schedule continues with a nature hike in their ecological reserve, and then you’ll sit down for the Mexican buffet. The tour wraps with a visit to their tequila museum and a tasting.
At the end, the shuttle returns you to your resort or your designated meeting point. The whole thing is designed to be smooth and timed, so missing the pickup can be the biggest risk—more on that later.
You can also read our reviews of more tours and experiences in Cabo San Lucas.
Camel Handling, Feeding, and Hugging: The Best Part
The camel ride is the headline, but the handler-led interaction is the heart. This is one of those activities where listening to the guide makes the ride better, not just safer. You’ll get instructions on how to ride, and you’re not left to guess how to behave around the animals.
The experience of feeding and hugging the camels is what most people remember afterward. It’s also where you get a more personal look at animal behavior than you’d get from a quick, distant photo moment. If you care about doing things responsibly, this format is actually helpful: you’re guided on how to connect, not how to rush.
From the feedback, guides can make or break the vibe. Cesar is highlighted for being outstanding, and Herrera is praised as professional with solid animal context. That’s what you want: a guide who can explain what you’re seeing without turning it into a lecture you can’t understand.
The Short Nature Hike in the Ecological Reserve
A camel ride is exciting, but dust and sun can take a toll. That’s why I like that the tour includes a nature hike in their ecological reserve instead of making the whole day one long ride.
The hike also gives you a break from being seated and a chance to look at Baja’s desert environment more carefully. You don’t need to be a hardcore hiker. The activity is short and part of a packed 2-hour schedule, so think of it as a stretch plus a nature moment, not a trek.
If you’re sensitive to walking, it’s worth keeping in mind the tour isn’t suitable for people with back problems or recent surgeries, and it’s not recommended for pregnant women. Even if the hike is brief, the overall experience includes physical movement and getting on a camel.
Mexican Buffet: What You’ll Actually Eat
The buffet is included, and that’s a real value point. You’re not paying extra for lunch on the day of the ride, and the menu is described as featuring authentic Mexican flavors with variety.
That said, this is not a fancy indoor restaurant lunch. The setting is outdoors, and one practical consideration shows up in real-world conditions: open-air eating can mean flies. If that would bother you, plan to keep your meal portions bite-sized and focus on eating soon after you’re served. Bring a calm attitude and it’s fine.
Also, the pace is tour pace. If you have strong dietary restrictions, you’ll want to mention them early. The information you’re given is limited to what’s offered as part of the included buffet, so don’t assume you’ll have a full menu choice.
Tequila Museum and Tasting: Fun Education Without the Snobbery
The tequila tasting is built into the tour, not added on as a separate activity. You visit the tequila museum first, then taste a range of flavors. For me, that sequence matters: the museum context helps you understand what you’re tasting, so it doesn’t become a random flight of shots.
From the experience feedback, people found the tequila tasting fun and informative. That’s the sweet spot. You learn without feeling talked down to, and you get enough variety to pick up on differences in flavor.
If you’re the type who likes to bring home a memory you can actually use, tequila tasting does that. It gives you a vocabulary for what you like—so later when you’re shopping in Cabo, you can make choices faster.
Price and Real Value: What $114 Buys (and What Costs Extra)
On paper, $114 per person sounds like a lot for a quick tour. In practice, it becomes easier to justify when you look at what’s included:
- Round-trip transportation from most Cabo hotels and cruise ships
- Desert safari camel ride
- Nature hike in their ecological reserve
- Tequila museum visit plus tequila tasting
- Mexican buffet with variety
- Safety equipment, water, and lockers
- An experienced camel handler and bilingual guide
- Wi‑Fi in their facilities
- Kids club babysitting service available
Then comes the part you need to budget for: the park entrance fee is $25 USD per person, not included in the base price. Photos are also not included, and upgrades aren’t included either.
So your realistic total is closer to $139 per person before gratuity and any photo purchases. That still may be a good deal because you’re paying for transportation and multiple activities bundled together. It’s not a minimalist experience, and the time limit keeps it from dragging.
Photos, Cameras, and the Catch-22 of Tour Memories
Here’s the part that can sting if you’re not ready: cameras and cellphones are not allowed during the activity. That means you’ll be relying on the official photo process for any action shots.
The good news is that the photo session can be fun. The catch is that photo packages can feel expensive, and the photos you get may be repetitive. If you’re the type who buys only a few photos, you can keep this cost under control. If you automatically buy everything because you fear missing one great shot, it’s easy to overspend.
My practical advice: ask the price before you commit, and decide while you’re still calm. Don’t wait until the final moment with sun in your eyes and a handler ready with the card reader.
Getting Picked Up: How Not to Miss the Shuttle
Pickup is included, but the timing rules are strict. You should wait in the lobby about 5 minutes before your pickup time, and drivers will not wait longer than 10 minutes after the scheduled pickup.
If you’re on a cruise, confirm the exact meeting arrangement ahead of time. One traveler shared that the meeting point wasn’t right at the port entrance and involved a nearby stop. That’s enough to tell you to plan like a grown-up: verify where you need to stand, then give yourself extra buffer time.
Also, share the ship name, company, and docking time if you’re cruising. If your hotel isn’t listed, tell the provider so they can set an alternative pickup location.
Who Should Book This Camel Ride Adventure
This is a solid pick if you want a single Cabo tour day that mixes:
- Desert adventure with real animal interaction
- A cultural stop with tequila tasting
- A included meal so you’re not hunting food in the heat
It’s also a good choice if you’re curious about Baja California beyond beaches. The tour is designed around an eco-park at Migriño Beach and the desert, plus a nature hike in their ecological reserve.
Who should skip or reconsider? The tour is not suitable for children under 6, pregnant women, people with back problems, or anyone with recent surgeries. That’s not just legal wording. Getting on a camel and moving through outdoor terrain can be physical.
Families should know there’s a kids club/babysitting service available, but the core activity isn’t listed for kids under 6. If you’re traveling with little kids, it’s worth thinking through whether the babysitting option fits your needs.
The Bottom Line: Should You Book FunCabo’s Camel Ride?
I’d book this if you want a fun, structured Cabo outing that stacks several included experiences into about two hours. The combination of camel interaction, a desert setting near Migriño Beach, an included buffet, and tequila tasting is strong value compared to paying for each piece separately.
I’d hesitate if you hate surprise extra fees or you’re obsessed with action photos. Between the $25 park entrance fee and the no-camera rule, plan for additional costs up front so it doesn’t feel like the tour is nickel-and-diming you at the end.
If you go in with realistic expectations—sun, desert time, and a fast schedule—you’ll likely leave with a story that’s more interesting than another beach selfie.
FAQ
How long is the camel ride tour?
The tour duration is listed as 2 hours.
Is round-trip transportation included?
Yes. Round-trip transportation is included from Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo resorts/hotels and cruise ships. If you’re in a private residence, they arrange a nearby meeting point.
What is the park entrance fee?
The tour price does not include the park entrance fee of $25 USD per person.
What do I need to bring?
Bring a passport or an ID card.
Are cameras or cellphones allowed during the tour?
No. Cameras and cellphones are listed as not allowed.
Is tequila tasting included?
Yes. The tour includes a tequila museum visit and a tequila tasting.
What languages is the guide?
The guide is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Who should not book this tour?
It is not suitable for children under 6, pregnant women, people with back problems, or people with recent surgeries.
