Ride camels along the Pacific shore and across wind-sculpted dunes outside Cabo San Lucas. This three-hour experience pairs hands-on animal time and a nature hike with a tequila tasting and local food.
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Morning light cuts across the Pacific and the dunes breathe; the surf nudges at a line of camels as handlers check saddles and offer a quiet word. On this three-hour outing from Cabo San Lucas you move between sand and shore, riding slow and steady along a coastline where the ocean dares the desert to keep pace.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for a wide range of fitness; participants should be able to mount a camel with minor assistance and walk short distances on uneven sand.
Wildlife
History
Camels are not native to Baja; they were introduced in the late 19th and 20th centuries and later became part of local ranching and tourist experiences.
Conservation
Operators should follow welfare-focused camel care and visitors should stay on designated paths; water is scarce so minimize consumption and pack out waste.
Reserve your spot on the Cabo San Lucas Camel Ride and Encounter on Beach and Desert today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydrate before you go
Bring a 1–2 liter refillable water bottle; arid conditions and sun can dehydrate you faster than you expect.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Sand and desert trails are abrasive and sometimes rocky; sturdy shoes protect feet during the hike and around camels.
Mind the weight limits
Maximum combined weight per camel is enforced; inform the operator in advance if you exceed limits to arrange a single camel.
Book early or late
Choose early morning or late afternoon for cooler temperatures and better light for photos; midday can be windy and hot.
Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated in arid conditions and reduces single-use plastic.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Protects feet from abrasive sand, rocks, and while hiking the reserve.
Sunscreen and wide-brim hat
Sun protection is essential on exposed beach and dune sections.
summer
Light wind shell
Useful for cooler mornings and sudden coastal breezes.
spring