COMBO Horseback Riding & UTV Tour

Cabo’s coast and rough desert country make a fine two-part playground. This tour gives you one hour on horseback and one hour behind the wheel of a UTV, so you get a quiet ride and a noisy burst of off-road fun in the same outing.

I like the practical split: beginners can try horseback riding without giving up the thrill of a SxS vehicle. I also like the round-trip pickup, bilingual guide, safety gear, and small maximum group of 20. The catch is the price. The $125 booking cost does not include the $25-per-person entrance fee, and photos, vehicle protection, and private-tour upgrades can add a serious bill.

Quick take: what matters most

• Two activities in about two hours: You get roughly one hour of UTV driving and one hour of horseback riding, with no need to book separate outings.
• Good fit for couples with different tastes: One person can enjoy horses while the other gets an off-road driving session.
• Pickup covers much of Los Cabos: Hotel and villa transport is offered in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, but you must provide your lodging name when booking.
• A bilingual guide leads the way: The tour includes instruction, safety equipment, water, and professional supervision.
• Budget for required extras: The $25 entrance fee is not included. Photos and optional vehicle protection cost more, and private-tour pricing should be confirmed before departure.
• Driving starts at age 16: Children need an adult with them, and children younger than 16 cannot drive the UTV.

Two Cabo activities in one compact outing

The appeal is easy to understand. A horseback ride and a UTV session attract different moods, and this combination lets you sample both without spending a full day on one activity.

You begin at G-Force Adventures, on Carretera Cabo San Lucas, Avenida La Paz, Km. 106. The exact order of the activities can depend on the operation that day, but the package provides one hour in each. Your guide handles the flow between them and gives you the basic direction needed for both.

This is not a slow sightseeing trip with long stops. It is an active outing built around movement. You should expect dust, sun, safety instructions, and a fair amount of time following the guide through the property.

The tour has a maximum of 20 people. That is not a private experience, but it is more manageable than a giant convoy. If you want a smaller group or no waiting, ask about the private option before paying. One past booking involved a $195 private-tour charge, so get the full price in writing rather than assuming the upgrade is minor.

The horseback hour: calm pace, real scenery

The horseback portion offers a change of rhythm after the noise and speed of the UTV. You ride through the rugged surroundings near Cabo, with the coastline included among the tour’s main sights. The setting is the reason to choose this ride over an indoor or arena-only horse experience.

You do not need to be an expert rider. The guide works with beginners as well as people who already know their way around a horse. A guest specifically praised Alejandra for helping first-time riders feel comfortable, and she also led the UTV portion. Guides can change, but that detail gives you a useful sense of the instruction provided.

Wear jeans and comfortable shoes. Sunscreen is essential, and water is supplied during the tour. Long trousers also make more sense than swimwear for a ride around dry, rough ground.

Keep your expectations in line with the schedule. One hour is enough for a taste of horseback riding and a scenic outing, but it is not a long ranch ride. You will not spend half a day bonding with a horse or stopping at many viewpoints.

The UTV hour: the louder half of the tour

The UTV, also called an SxS vehicle, supplies the adrenaline. You drive for about an hour on an off-road course under the guide’s direction. The format is lead-and-follow, which means you stay with the guide rather than choosing your own route.

That setup works well for mixed experience levels. A first-time driver can keep the pace conservative, while someone with more confidence can enjoy a livelier run when conditions allow. The guide’s job is to keep the group together and put safety first.

The minimum driving age is 16. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the supplied information does not say that younger children can ride as passengers in every vehicle arrangement. If you are booking for a family, ask how the vehicle seating works before you pay.

Safety equipment is included. The tour also provides a bilingual guide and water, both useful in Cabo’s strong sun and dry conditions. You should not arrive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and tequila tasting comes after the active portion or during the property visit, not as a reason to ignore the safety rules.

What pickup adds, and what it cannot fix

Round-trip transportation is offered from most hotels and villas in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. That is a real convenience. You do not need to arrange a taxi to a remote activity base, and you return to the same meeting point at the end.

Add your hotel name when booking. Pickup times and transfer lengths are approximate, with traffic and time of day affecting the ride. If you are staying in San José del Cabo, allow more flexibility than someone based close to the activity site.

The meeting point itself is G-Force Adventures at Carretera Cabo San Lucas, Avenida La Paz, Km. 106, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur. The activity ends there, even if you arrived by hotel transport.

I would avoid scheduling this too close to a flight, cruise departure, or dinner reservation. The active program lasts about two hours, but hotel transfers and traffic can stretch the total time. Port pickup is listed as available, yet you should confirm the exact pickup arrangement if you are coming from a cruise ship.

The real cost: $125 is only the starting figure

The advertised price is $125 per person. That can be fair for two guided activities, round-trip transportation, safety equipment, water, bilingual instruction, tequila tasting, and access to the property. The value is strongest if you genuinely want both horses and a UTV.

The important detail is the $25-per-person entrance fee, which is not included. That raises the basic cost to at least $150 per person before photos, optional vehicle protection, meals, or upgrades.

Professional photos are available to buy. One booking reported a $150 photo charge, while another person found the photos good enough to consider them worthwhile. Prices and packages can change, so ask to see the current photo rates before the ride begins.

The optional vehicle protection benefit is another cost to check. It may be useful for drivers who want extra peace of mind, but you should know exactly what it covers, what it costs, and what remains your responsibility.

Food and refreshments may be available at the bar or restaurant on the property. A past experience found the prices reasonable, but food is not listed among the included items. Bring a card or cash as appropriate, and treat dining as an extra rather than part of the package.

The best parts of the experience

The strongest feature is the mix. A couple can split the day’s excitement between two very different activities without one person sitting out. If one of you wants horses and the other wants motorized action, this tour solves that problem neatly.

The guides also matter. Alejandra received especially warm praise for working with first-time riders and for adjusting the UTV pace to the group. You should still expect a group format, but professional guidance makes a difference when you are learning two unfamiliar activities in a short time.

The atmosphere appears friendly and organized. Staff welcome you, safety equipment is supplied, and the guide stays involved. A 4.9 rating from 25 ratings and a 96 percent recommendation rate support the view that the core experience works well for many people.

The tour also makes good use of limited vacation time. You do not have to choose between a horse ride and an off-road drive, and the transport removes one more planning task.

The weak points to think through

The biggest concern is cost clarity. A $125 headline price sounds simple, but the required entrance fee changes the calculation. Add a private-tour upgrade or photo package and the final amount can rise sharply.

You should not assume the photos are a small add-on. They can be priced like a major part of the outing, and you are not required to buy them. Decide in advance what you are willing to spend, then say no if the package does not suit you.

The two-hour duration is another limit. You get a useful sample of both activities, but neither section is especially long. If horseback riding is your main goal, a dedicated riding excursion may give you more time in the saddle. If UTV driving is the priority, a longer off-road tour could offer more mileage.

The group setting can also bring waiting. Most people will find a maximum of 20 acceptable, but the pace must suit a range of drivers and riders. A private option may reduce waiting, though the upgrade can be expensive.

Who should book this Cabo tour?

I would recommend it for couples or friends who want different forms of fun. It is especially useful when one person prefers horses and the other wants a motorized activity. First-time riders and first-time UTV drivers can also benefit from the guide-led format.

Families may find it workable, but check the age rules closely. The minimum age to drive is 16, children need adult supervision, and the available information does not spell out every passenger arrangement for younger children.

This is less suitable if you want a quiet, slow morning, a long horseback trip, or a low-cost activity with no add-ons. It is also a poor match if surprise charges irritate you. Confirm the entrance fee, private-tour price, photo packages, and vehicle protection cost before departure.

The rating and positive guide feedback suggest that the main activity delivers. I would book it for the variety and convenience, but I would treat the extra charges as part of the decision, not as a footnote.

Practical preparation for the day

Wear jeans or other long, sturdy trousers and comfortable shoes. Apply sunscreen before pickup and bring a willingness to get dusty. Water is provided during the tour, but you may want to carry your own bottle for the transfer.

Do not plan to drink before driving or riding. Tequila tasting is included, but the safety rule against taking part under the influence is clear.

Keep your schedule flexible. Transfer times vary with traffic, and the program itself lasts about two hours at the activity base. The tour is offered in English, with bilingual guides, and confirmation is provided at booking.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted, so check the local start time before making changes.

Should you book the Horseback Riding and UTV Tour?

Book it if you want a two-for-one outdoor outing with hotel transport and professional guidance. The mix of a one-hour horse ride and one-hour UTV session is the clear selling point, especially for couples with different interests.

Before paying, add the $25 entrance fee to your budget and ask about every optional cost. Skip the photo package if it feels too high, and only choose a private tour if the smaller group is worth the extra charge to you. With those costs understood, this is a lively and convenient way to sample Cabo’s coast and rough backcountry in one short trip.

FAQ

How long does the horseback riding and UTV tour last?

The activity lasts approximately two hours. About one hour is spent driving a UTV and one hour horseback riding, not including hotel transfers.

What is included in the $125 price?

The tour includes round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, one hour of UTV driving, one hour of horseback riding, safety equipment, a bilingual guide, water during the tour, tequila tasting, and kids club and nanny service.

Is the entrance fee included?

No. The G-Force Adventures entrance fee is listed as $25 per person and is not included in the tour price.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Pickup is offered from most hotels and villas in Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Add your hotel name when booking so transportation can be arranged.

What is the minimum age to drive the UTV?

The minimum driving age is 16. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

What should I wear?

Sunscreen, jeans, and comfortable shoes are recommended. The activity takes place outdoors, so clothing suited to sun and rough ground is sensible.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted.