Sierra de la Laguna Exploration: Discover Los Cabos' Historical and Natural Roots through Hiking

Embark on a historical and natural exploration of Los Cabos’ roots through hiking in the Sierra de la Laguna National Reserve. Discover the Pericu tribe, meet the Ranchero Californio, and indulge in local gastronomy. Don’t miss the chance to soak up in the reserve’s water springs!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sierra La Laguna - We’ll hike through the canyons and riverbeds of the reserve spendig time talking about the flora and fauna of the semitropical desert and the way of living of its native Pericu; finally refreshing at the water springs of the National reserve.
What's Included
  • Delicious snacks to keep you energized
  • Refreshing bottled water included
  • Exclusive Damiana tasting experience
  • Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Complimentary entrance fee to the National Reserve
  • A satisfying lunch to fuel your adventure
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Bring propper hiking shoes
Additional Information

Explore Los Cabos origins in the National Reserve ‘Sierra de la Laguna’, resposible for almost the 70 per cent of clear water in los Cabos.
Inmerse in the semitropical desert on a historical
nature pilgrimage to the roots of los Cabos native nomadic tribe; the Pericu.
Only when we understand, we get to care!.
Visit a local ranch and meet the Ranchero…

Location
McDonald's
Boulevard Lázaro Cárdenas
One block from the Puerto Paraiso shopping mall. In front of the fire department. I ´ll meet you at the parking lot of the McDonalds restaurant, just look for the white van with off road tires. If you choose to be picked up please send proper information to receive your pick up time
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tammy_b
May 20, 2025
Exceptional Experience - Danny was an amazing guide! We were fortunate enough to have him all to ourselves. The hike itself is beautiful with just enough challenge for us. The sorbet stop was a nice touch along with the authentic meal after. Highly recommend this adventure.
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Vacationer753020
Mar 25, 2025
Great Time! - Our hike with Danny was truly one of the highlights of our Cabo trip. It was a beautiful and grounding experience that brought us closer to nature and gave us a completely different perspective on the region. Danny picked us up right on time from our hotel and immediately made us feel at ease. On the way to the trail, we stopped at a small roadside ice cream stand just outside of Cabo that’s run by a local family. The ice cream is made from cactus and other regional ingredients, and our kids were in heaven trying exotic flavors like lavender. It was a special, unexpected treat that set the tone for the day. The hike itself was stunning. Danny shared so much insight about the history of the land, the Native Pericú people, and the ecology of the area. You can tell he’s a true expert, both in hiking and in his deep knowledge of the Baja landscape. Our two kids (14 and 11) are experienced hikers thanks to summer camp in the Adirondacks. My husband and I are much less seasoned, especially my husband, who wore sneakers instead of hiking boots. Danny was incredibly mindful of this and kept the pace comfortable, always checking in and making sure we felt safe and supported. I was dealing with a shoulder injury that day and had some mobility limitations. Danny was exceptionally considerate, helping us navigate the trail without pressure. One of the highlights for the kids was the chance to swim in a waterfall pool midway through the hike. Danny kept the overall length manageable for our group’s needs. The whole experience felt intentional, peaceful, and so connected to the land. We ended the hike with a delicious, authentic Ranchero meal at a local restaurant tucked right into the area. It was simple, rustic, and absolutely delicious. A perfect reward and a beautiful way to close out the day. In a vacation filled with luxury resorts and beach activities, this hike with Danny was a breath of fresh air. It was raw, natural, and deeply meaningful. We’re so glad we did it, and we’ll carry the stories, views, and peaceful energy with us long after the trip is over. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Cabo who wants to see the heart of the land and who’s lucky enough to have Danny as their guide.
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Nancy_k
Mar 23, 2025
Great hike! - It was a beautiful 2 mile hike. Trail is rocky much of the way so feels longer. Our guide Danny was delightful. Loved the meal at the end of the hike.
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Christylauderback
Mar 11, 2025
A different side of Mexico - This experience involves lots of laughing and walking punctuated by some steep climbs and delicious ice cream. It was truly a unique experience that turned out to be even more beautiful that I had hoped. It is a 10/10 adventure and I would tell anyone coming to this area to go with Danny and Jordan on this adventure!
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Triciah754
Jan 28, 2025
Highly Recommend this Experience - This experience was a great change from the beach and shopping. The views we experienced and the amount of knowledgeable history provided by Danny and Jordan was impressive! Finishing off the tour with a home cooked meal was beyond measure. Delicious and welcoming from that Mexican family! Mucho gracias 🙏
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Rena_f
Dec 31, 2024
An amazing hike - We had an amazing experience exploring the nature of Mexico with Danny. The night hike was the best part: hearing the sounds and seeing the bright stars was absolutely magical. Danny was very knowledgeable and kind. We enjoyed meeting his friends at the end of the trip and eating a traditional meal at their rancho. This is a must trip if you want to learn about Mexico outside of its resorts. Thank you, Danny!
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Alissa_b
Dec 29, 2024
Memories to take home! - Hard to describe how much I enjoyed this experience. Danny was helpful before the tour in answering a couple questions. Pick up was right at my hotel which was very convenient. We drove the hour or so towards the canyon and made a quick stop at Yaka Charly for sorbet. Unbelievably delicious. (Bring pesos!) From there we continued into the preserve. The hike itself was easy and was a beautiful glimpse/taste of the terrain. I am an experienced hiker/mover but this would be totally approachable even for those who are not. Danny was a wealth of information on so much of what I was seeing. He highlighted a lot of the vegetation, and gave insight throughout the entire trip on the region, the people, and the challenges they face. There is a small pool to jump into at the top end of the hike. This is an out and back trail. The bulk of the way back was in the dark with headlamps that Danny provided. Seeing the stars, some night creatures 🦂, and hearing a coyote or two made it even more delightful. From there we headed to the home of YoYo, local ranchero, and enjoyed a traditional dinner with fresh made tortillas and cinnamon tea. If you are looking for something quieter, to escape the lights and noise of Cabo? And get a taste of nature. This is it. Danny was experienced, friendly and knows his stuff. He speaks fluent English for those of us lacking in our Spanish. It is clear that he has created tours with the locals in mind. The whole experience left me feeling content and grateful. And like I was part of the culture here for at least a small moment. Honestly? I didn't want the evening to end. But when it did, I was dropped right back at the hotel doorstep. If you prefer less commerical and "touristy" experiences with an eye on nature, and helping the locals in a more sustainable way? Book it. Now.
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Harald_g
Dec 15, 2024
Amazing hike - Sierra de la Laguna - Experience of a Lifetime - We were very lucky to have a private tour with Danny. He was a great guide and told us about the flora and fauna of the arean, as well as the geology and history. We arrived in the valley when the sun was setting, so it was not too hot. The trail took us through the dry riverbed across sand benches and rock formations smoothed by rhe water. The vaiety of trees and cactus was amazing. Before heading back, we went for a refresing swim in a natural pool. After sunset we were hiking down the valley in the light of a full moon (and with the provided head lights) and we heard the howls of coyotes in the distance. If you take this hike you should be fit and wear good shoes, since it involves boldering over rock formations and balancing across gravel beds (50% at night). We ended the evening at a Rancher‘s house eating a traditional meal. Kudos to Danny for being a great guide and putting an unforgettable tour together for us.
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Jan_mq8232nj
Nov 21, 2024
Discovering the Hidden Magic of Los Cabos with Danny - Absolutely recommend this experience! Danyi is not just an amazing guide but an all-around awesome person. He took us on a journey through the hidden beauty of the Sierra de la Laguna, showing us a side of Los Cabos most people never get to see. Along the way, he shared his knowledge and gave us a glimpse into the real culture of the area, which made it all the more special. This wasn’t your typical touristy activity—it was such a cool, unique adventure that stands out from anything else you’d find in Los Cabos. Definitely worth it!
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Kathryn_c
Oct 15, 2024
A true authentic experience! Hike and late lunch. - Where do I start? Do you want an authentic Cabo experience? This is it! Our tour guide, Danny P was fantastic and full of great facts and history during the whole day. We were picked up at our resort at 2pm in a very comfortable and clean air conditioned van for our ride to the Sierra de la Laguna national park. This takes you into the beautiful country outside Cabo. We stopped at a local farm where they had homemade sorbet (Damian’s) in flavors you have likely never experienced, it was terrific. Then we continued down the road to our destination the Ranchero where we checked, put some waters in our backpack and got ready to head out. Danny taught us about native plants throughout the hike and history about the rancheros in the area and the Cabo region. We took an occasional dip in the natural springs which was quite refreshing. Where hiking shoes with tread or chacos, tennis shoes must have good tread. You will be in sand and climbing on rocks and trails. Our return hike back we had headlamps on, the pictures we took were amazing. Bring something dry to change into before your traditional ranchero lunch. It’s a light dinner but just right. We returned back to our property around 830 or 9pm. A full day but by far the best experience I have ever had in Mexico, let alone Cabo.
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From $160
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).