Private Hiking at the Fox Canyon from Cabo San Lucas
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While Los Cabos is famous for its beaches and marine life, the Sierra de la Laguna reveals a very different side of Baja California Sur. Protected as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, these mountains capture seasonal rainfall that feeds freshwater springs, streams, and natural pools throughout the Santiago region. The oasis at Sol de Mayo exists because water flowing from the mountains sustains a unique ecosystem within an otherwise arid desert landscape. Over millions of years, flowing water carved the canyon’s rock formations, creating the pools, waterfalls, and natural pathways visitors explore today. What makes this private experience unique is the opportunity to enjoy these landscapes at a comfortable pace. Whether swimming beneath the waterfall, exploring the canyon, learning about local history, or simply taking in the scenery, your guide can adapt the experience to your group, offering a deeper connection to the natural beauty that exists beyond the coastline of Los Cabos.
What’s included
- Guided hike and swimming experience at Fox Canyon / Sol de Mayo waterfall
- Entrance fee to Fox Canyon / Sol de Mayo natural area
- Lunch at a local Baja-style restaurant including tacos, tortilla chips, salsas and vegetarian option
- Certified bilingual hiking guide
- Complimentary round-trip transportation from selected areas in an air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Towels
Meeting and pickup
Guests arriving with their own vehicle usually meet at Plaza Gali OXXO in Cabo San Lucas or Mega in San José del Cabo depending on their hotel location. Please let us know in advance which location you prefer so we can provide your exact meeting time and instructions.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 6 years old
- Guests receive exact meeting or pick-up instructions within 24 hours after booking through the Viator operator chat. If not received, please contact us at least 24 hours before your tour
- Maximum waiting time after scheduled meeting or pick-up time is 5 minutes
- Cut-off times are based on local experience time
- Private hiking tours allow flexible pacing, extra waterfall and swimming time, scenic stops along the canyon route, and a more personalized experience depending on guest preferences and overall activity level.
- Hiking includes rocky terrain with approximately 3 km of moderate walking and requires basic to moderate physical condition
- Waterfall swimming conditions may vary depending on season and rainfall
- Transportation from San José del Cabo area is approximately 1.5 hours
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended
- This experience requires favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to unsafe weather, ocean conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- No locker facilities are available, but belongings may usually remain inside the transportation vehicle during the activity
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions
- Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed
- Medical refund requests require an official same-day doctor’s certificate and prior notification before activity start time
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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