Beach Camel Ride & Encounter in Cabo by Cactus tours park

The unusual heart of this Cabo outing is not the camel ride alone. You first meet the animals at a sanctuary, hear about Baja California Sur’s cacti and wildlife, then ride beside the Pacific on pale sand. Choyerito, said to be the first camel born in Baja, is one of the memorable characters.

I like the mix of animal education and beach scenery, rather than a simple photo stop with a camel. I also like the practical extras: tacos, horchata, Jamaica water, tequila tasting, and a complimentary kids club with certified nannies, games, and a theater.

The main caution is organization. The experience is advertised as two hours, but transportation, check-in, waivers, park entry, and possible waiting can take much longer. A past booking included a delayed pickup, a long wait for enough camels, and a missed sunset, so confirm the day’s schedule and extra fees before you go.

Key points to know before booking

• Ride beside the Pacific: The camel route includes views of white sand and the ocean near Cabo.
• Meet Choyerito: You get time to learn about the animals before mounting up.
• Food and drinks are part of the stop: Expect Mexican burritos, Jamaica water, horchata, and a tequila tasting.
• The kids club is useful for families: Certified nannies, board games, video games, and a theater are offered at no extra charge.
• Park admission costs extra: The supplied information gives both $20 and $25 as the entry fee, so verify the current amount.
• Plan for rules and restrictions: No cameras or cellphones are allowed, and the ride is not suitable for children under five, pregnant women, or people with back problems.

Why a camel ride makes sense in Cabo

Cabo is better known for beaches, boats, desert plants, and nightlife than for camels. That contrast is the appeal here. You are not simply sitting on an animal for a quick picture. The visit begins with an introduction to the species and the dry-region plants and animals of Baja California Sur.

That short educational piece gives the ride more purpose. You learn why a camel can live in hot, dry conditions, then see how the sanctuary presents the animals before heading out. The experience is still light and recreational, but it offers more than a standard beach activity.

The views add another layer. The route takes you near the Pacific and its white sands, giving you a setting that feels distinctly Cabo. The combination of desert plants, ocean views, and a camel beneath you is unusual enough to make a lasting holiday memory.

Getting there from the two pickup points

Round-trip transportation is included from one of two listed pickup locations: Calle Mariano Abasolo 1356 or Carretera Transpeninsular. You are asked to wait in the hotel lobby five minutes before pickup, and the driver will not wait more than ten minutes after the scheduled time.

That rule matters in Cabo, where shared transportation may serve more than one property. Be ready early, keep your phone available until pickup if permitted, and make sure your booking clearly identifies the correct meeting point.

The transport portion is listed as a 52-minute coach ride in each direction. That is a significant part of your day, especially if the advertised activity time is only two hours. The listed schedule also includes check-in, a safety briefing, the camel ride, food, tasting, and the return journey. I would ask the operator to clarify whether the two-hour figure covers only the on-site program or the full outing.

One past booking had a pickup delay of more than half an hour and an uncomfortable ride. That does not prove every departure will run late, but it is a good reason to avoid scheduling another paid activity immediately afterward.

Check-in, safety, and the kids club

After arrival, you check in and receive instructions from a bilingual English and Spanish guide. The Cabo portion includes a safety briefing of about 15 minutes. You should expect basic rules about mounting, staying with the group, and handling the camel.

A safety helmet is included. Bring cash for the park entry fee and any purchases, and bring a driver’s license as requested. Cameras and cellphones are not allowed, so you cannot count on taking your own pictures during the ride.

That restriction is important for anyone who likes to document every part of a trip. The operator offers souvenir photos for purchase, but those are not included. One booking found the photo package too expensive, with a price above $100, so ask for the cost before agreeing to a package.

Families have a useful option here. Before the camel ride, you can leave young children at the complimentary kids club, where board games, video games, a theater, and certified nannies are provided. The service may let adults enjoy the ride without a child sitting on a camel, but children under five are not suitable for the activity itself. Confirm the club’s age rules and supervision arrangements when booking.

Meeting the camels at the sanctuary

The sanctuary visit comes before the ride. You meet the camels, get familiar with their size and behavior, and hear about the animals from the guide. Choyerito, described as the first camel born in Baja, is a special part of the introduction and gives the visit a clear local connection.

This is the moment to pay attention if you want more than a short ride. One of the strongest comments about the experience praised the explanation from a guide named David. Guide assignments can change, so you may not meet him, but the detail points to what makes the best version of this tour work: a clear explanation, calm handling of the animals, and time to ask questions.

The program also covers local cactus species and fauna. That information helps you read the area around you. Baja can look stark at first glance, yet its cacti and desert wildlife have adapted to intense sun and limited water. The guide’s talk is not a full natural history lesson, but it gives the ride a stronger sense of place.

The 30-minute camel ride on the beach

The actual camel ride is listed at about 30 minutes. You travel along the white sands near the Pacific while the guide manages the group and points out the setting. The pace is intended to be gentle, making it more about the novelty and scenery than speed.

You should not expect a long expedition. Thirty minutes is enough to enjoy the unusual feeling of riding a camel and to take in the ocean views, but it may feel brief if the camel ride is your main reason for paying $109.

The ride may also involve tandem seating. One booking reported that not everyone had an individual camel and that the group waited for another set of animals to return. This is a key point to clarify before booking, especially if you are paying for a special occasion or want each adult to ride alone.

The activity is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, or children under five. Even if you meet none of those restrictions, be realistic about the motion and mounting process. A camel is taller and moves differently from a horse, so comfort matters more than simply wanting a memorable photograph.

The scenery is the strongest reason to accept the short ride. Ocean views, pale sand, and the novelty of a camel make a better setting than an enclosed animal pen. One person celebrated a 71st birthday on the ride and found it safe and adventurous, which suggests the experience can suit older adults who are comfortable with the physical demands.

Tacos, drinks, and the tasting stop

After the ride, the group returns for food and drinks. The included meal is described as Mexican burritos in one section and tacos in the main description. That inconsistency is worth noting. You should expect a simple Mexican meal, but confirm whether the serving will be tacos or burritos.

Jamaica water and horchata are included. Jamaica is a hibiscus-based drink with a tart, refreshing taste, while horchata is sweet and usually rice-based. These drinks give you a break from plain bottled water and fit the food stop well.

The tequila tasting follows the meal. The tasting is included, but the information also refers to a local bar and a whiskey tasting in the schedule, so ask exactly what spirits will be offered. This is a tasting, not an open bar, and you should bring cash if you want additional drinks or souvenirs.

The food stop is valuable because it turns the outing into a small cultural package. You get a taste of Mexican refreshments after the ride rather than paying for a separate meal immediately afterward. Still, I would not choose this tour for gourmet dining. The meal is a practical included snack or lunch, not the main event.

Photos, souvenirs, and the final return

The tour includes a chance to view photographs from the outing and buy souvenirs before transportation returns you to your pickup point. Since personal cameras and cellphones are prohibited, the operator’s photo service may be your only way to take home ride images.

That makes the photo price especially important. Decide in advance how much you are willing to spend, and ask to see the package details before the ride if possible. A photo purchase can add a large amount to a $109 activity.

The return transfer follows the same general transportation plan. Because one past booking reported being left behind by the return vehicle, confirm the pickup instructions before leaving the final stop. Keep your group together and ask staff where to wait.

Is the $109 price fair?

At $109 per person, the value depends on what you want from a Cabo day. The price includes round-trip transportation, the camel ride, helmet, bilingual guide, Mexican food, Jamaica water, horchata, and tequila tasting. The free kids club may also save a family from arranging separate childcare.

The park entry fee is not included. The supplied details list it as $25 in one place and $20 in another, so budget for an additional charge and verify the current amount. Souvenir photos are also extra, and they may be costly.

I think the price is reasonable for someone who values the complete package: transport, animal encounter, beach views, food, drinks, and childcare. It is less attractive if you only want time on a camel. The ride itself is listed at roughly 30 minutes, while the full outing involves transfers and several waiting points.

The rating of 4.1 from 12 ratings reflects a generally positive experience with a clear warning about consistency. Several people enjoyed the scenery, safety, staff attention, and unusual nature of the activity. The harshest account described five hours of delay and waiting for a much shorter ride. That wide gap means the operator’s timing and group management can shape your day.

Who should book this Cabo activity?

I would suggest it to adults and families who want a gentle, unusual outing rather than a high-speed adventure. It suits you if you like animals, want a beach setting, and enjoy adding a tequila tasting and Mexican food to a short excursion.

The kids club makes it particularly useful for parents with young children who cannot join the camel ride. Couples and older adults may also like the relaxed pace and scenic setting, provided they have no back problems and feel comfortable mounting a camel.

I would choose a different activity if you want a private experience, a long ride, strict sunset timing, or a highly active desert adventure. I would also be cautious if your schedule is tight. The advertised two hours does not tell the whole story once transfers, check-in, entry fees, waivers, and possible delays are counted.

Book at least 24 hours ahead if you want the option of a full refund for cancellation, and reserve now while paying later if that flexibility matters. Those terms help, but they do not solve the need to confirm the current entry fee, meal format, photo cost, and ride arrangement.

Should you book the camel ride?

Book it if you want a memorable Cabo story, enjoy a calm animal encounter, and like the idea of riding beside the Pacific before sitting down to tacos or burritos and tequila. The animal talk, Choyerito, beach views, and kids club give it more substance than a quick photo opportunity.

Skip it if you dislike shared transportation, have limited time, need an individual camel for every rider, or would be frustrated by a possible wait. Before paying, confirm the park fee, total schedule, sunset timing if that matters, and whether your group will ride individually or tandem.

FAQ

How much does the Beach Camel Ride and Encounter in Cabo cost?

The listed price is $109 per person. Park entry is not included, and the supplied information gives the extra fee as both $20 and $25, so confirm the current amount before departure.

How long does the experience last?

The activity is listed as two hours. The transportation schedule includes coach segments of about 52 minutes, so ask whether the two-hour figure covers only the on-site activity or the entire outing.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Round-trip transportation is included from Calle Mariano Abasolo 1356 or Carretera Transpeninsular, with drop-off at the listed return locations.

What food and drinks are included?

The tour includes Mexican food, described as tacos in the main details and Mexican burritos elsewhere, along with Jamaica water and horchata. A tequila tasting is also included.

Are children allowed on the camel ride?

Children under five are not suitable for this activity. A complimentary kids club is available, with certified nannies, board games, video games, and a theater.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The live guide service is available in English and Spanish.

Can I use my cellphone or camera during the tour?

No. Cameras and cellphones are listed as prohibited. Souvenir photographs are available to purchase, but they are not included in the price.

Who should not take this camel ride?

The activity is not suitable for children under five, pregnant women, or people with back problems. A safety helmet is included, and a safety briefing is provided before the ride.