Private Fox Canyon Hiking & Waterfall Adventure, Los Cabos




Duration
daily
Max Group Size
12
Departure Type
Request
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
moderate
Operated In
English, Spanish
Age Requirement
6 - 70 Ages
About this tour
Discover the natural beauty of Baja California Sur on a private guided hiking adventure through Fox Canyon (Cañón de la Zorra), near Santiago, Los Cabos.
Explore approximately 5 km (3 miles) of scenic trails through the desert and mountain landscapes of the Sierra de la Laguna. Accompanied by your own professional bilingual guide, discover native plants, impressive rock formations, and the spectacular Sol de Mayo waterfall, where you can relax, take photographs, and swim in its natural freshwater pool when conditions permit.
Your private guide adapts the hiking pace to your group's abilities, making this a personalized experience for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
After the hike, enjoy an included Mexican lunch at a local restaurant in Miraflores. Vegetarian options are available upon advance request.
Private Booking and Minimum Charge
This tour is exclusively reserved for your group and operates daily, with flexible departures between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM, subject to availability.
A minimum booking charge equivalent to three participants applies. Solo travelers and couples are welcome to book directly online by selecting the actual number of guests. The system automatically applies the minimum charge, without requiring additional participants.
Duration and Inclusions
The experience lasts approximately 6–6.5 hours, including transportation, hiking, waterfall visit, and lunch.
Included: Professional bilingual guide, entrance fees, bottled water, light snacks, Mexican lunch, and round-trip transportation from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor.
Participation Requirements
The hike is rated moderate and involves rocky trails, uneven terrain, and natural stone steps. Reasonable physical fitness and good mobility are required.
Not recommended for pregnant guests or individuals with serious back problems, heart conditions, or mobility limitations. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
The route and swimming opportunities are subject to weather, trail, and water conditions.
Route
- 1SantiagoNorth AmericaMexicoBaja California SurStart
- 2Cañón de la ZorraSouth AmericaPeruSantiago
- 3MirafloresNorth AmericaMexicoBaja California SurEnd
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
Discover the natural beauty of Fox Canyon (Cañón de la Zorra) and the Sol de Mayo waterfall on a private guided hiking adventure through the desert and mountain landscapes near Santiago, Baja California Sur.
OPERATING DAYS AND DURATION
Operating days: Daily, subject to availability.
Private departure times: Flexible between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
Total duration: Approximately 6–6.5 hours, including transportation, hiking, waterfall visit, and lunch.
Exact hotel pick-up times and meeting instructions are confirmed after booking.
TOUR ITINERARY
1. Hotel Pick-up and Scenic Drive to Santiago
Your private adventure begins with complimentary transportation from your hotel or designated meeting point at the confirmed time.
Enjoy a scenic drive through the desert landscapes of Baja California Sur toward Santiago and the Sierra de la Laguna foothills.
2. Arrival at Fox Canyon / Sol de Mayo
Upon arrival, your professional bilingual guide provides an introduction to the natural environment, hiking route, and safety considerations.
Prepare for a guided hike through rocky trails, uneven terrain, and sections of natural stone steps.
3. Guided Hiking and Waterfall Visit
Explore approximately 5 km (3 miles) of scenic hiking trails through Fox Canyon (Cañón de la Zorra), surrounded by impressive rock formations and native desert vegetation.
Your guide shares information about the area's plants, wildlife, and natural ecosystem while adapting the pace to your group's abilities.
Reach the beautiful Sol de Mayo waterfall and its natural freshwater pool, where you can relax, take photographs, and enjoy a refreshing swim when water levels and safety conditions permit.
4. Return Hike and Transfer to Miraflores
After visiting the waterfall, hike back along the trail and continue by vehicle toward Miraflores.
5. Authentic Mexican Lunch
Enjoy an included lunch at a local restaurant in Miraflores, featuring traditional Mexican cuisine.
Vegetarian options are available upon advance request.
6. Return Transportation
After lunch, relax during the scenic return drive to your original hotel or designated meeting point.
Return times vary according to the agreed departure time, hotel location, traffic, and trail conditions.
TRANSPORTATION AND MEETING ARRANGEMENTS
Complimentary round-trip transportation is included from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor.
Guests staying at Hard Rock, Nobu, Diamante, Rancho San Lucas, or Four Seasons Costa Palmas meet at OXXO Plaza Gali in Cabo San Lucas.
Cruise passengers also meet at OXXO Plaza Gali, not at the cruise pier. Detailed walking directions are provided with the booking confirmation.
Guests arriving independently may arrange a meeting point in advance.
OXXO Plaza Gali meeting point:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/eh61xYtV2NA82kon6
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The hike is rated moderate and requires reasonable physical fitness.
Participants should be comfortable walking approximately 5 km (3 miles) on uneven terrain, rocky sections, and natural stone steps.
Swimming at the waterfall is optional and depends on water levels, weather, and safety conditions.
The itinerary is approximate and may be adjusted according to trail conditions, weather, group pace, and safety considerations.
Participants must be at least 6 years old and able to complete the hike safely.
Trip includes
Included
A professional bilingual hiking guide (English and Spanish) is included exclusively for your private group throughout the Fox Canyon (Cañón de la Zorra) and Sol de Mayo waterfall experience near Santiago, Baja California Sur.
Before beginning the hike, your guide provides a safety briefing, explains the trail conditions, and offers guidance for navigating rocky terrain, uneven surfaces, and natural stone steps.
Throughout the approximately 5 km (3-mile) hike, your guide shares information about the region's native plants, wildlife, geological formations, and the unique desert ecosystem of the Sierra de la Laguna.
The private format allows the guide to adapt the hiking pace to your group's abilities and interests while prioritizing safety.
At the waterfall and freshwater pool, your guide provides safety instructions and supervises the group's visit. Swimming is optional and subject to water levels, weather, and safety conditions.
Guiding Method
Fully guided
An authentic Mexican lunch at a local restaurant in Miraflores is included after the private guided hiking and waterfall experience.
Lunch features traditional Mexican cuisine, with vegetarian options available upon advance request.
Complimentary bottled water and light snacks are also provided during the excursion.
Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or food allergies so we can review the available options.
Civil liability insurance is included as part of the tour operator's coverage, subject to the terms, conditions, coverage limits, and exclusions of the applicable insurance policy.
Coverage applies within the scope of the operator's policy during the guided hiking and waterfall excursion. Any claims are subject to review and determination by the insurance provider.
This coverage does not replace personal travel or medical insurance.
Complimentary round-trip transportation is included from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor in an air-conditioned Chevrolet Express or Toyota Hiace van.
The scenic journey takes guests through the desert and mountain landscapes of Baja California Sur toward Fox Canyon (Cañón de la Zorra), near Santiago.
Transportation between the hiking area, the lunch stop in Miraflores, and the original hotel or designated meeting point is included.
Exact hotel pick-up times and meeting instructions are confirmed after booking, according to the agreed private tour schedule and hotel location.
Complimentary hotel pick-up is not available from Hard Rock, Nobu, Diamante, Rancho San Lucas, or Four Seasons Costa Palmas. Guests staying at these properties meet at OXXO Plaza Gali in Cabo San Lucas.
Cruise passengers also meet at OXXO Plaza Gali, not at the cruise pier. Detailed walking directions are provided with the booking confirmation.
Guests arriving independently may arrange a meeting point in advance.
Return transportation is included after the hiking experience and lunch. Travel times may vary depending on hotel location, traffic, and road conditions.
Included:
Entrance fee to Fox Canyon (Cañón de la Zorra) and the Sol de Mayo waterfall natural area.
Access to the waterfall and natural freshwater swimming pool, subject to weather, water levels, and safety conditions.
Time for swimming, relaxation, and photographs at the waterfall when conditions permit.
SCHEDULE AND DURATION
Operating days: Daily, subject to availability.
Private departure times are flexible between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM, subject to availability and operational conditions.
Total duration: Approximately 6–6.5 hours, including transportation, hiking, waterfall visit, and lunch.
Exact hotel pick-up times and meeting instructions are confirmed after booking.
PRIVATE TOUR AND PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
Private tour for 1–12 participants.
Minimum booking charge: Equivalent to 3 participants.
Solo travelers and couples are welcome and may book the experience by paying the minimum three-person rate.
The tour is exclusively reserved for your group and is not shared with other travelers.
Suitable ages: 6–70 years.
Moderate physical fitness and good mobility are required.
The hike covers approximately 5 km (3 miles) round-trip, including rocky trails, uneven surfaces, and natural stone steps.
Participants should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain and hiking in warm outdoor conditions.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant guests or individuals with serious back problems, heart conditions, mobility limitations, or medical conditions that may prevent safe participation.
The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Participants under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not permitted to join the activity.
HIKING AND WATERFALL SAFETY
The hike takes place at Fox Canyon (Cañón de la Zorra), near Santiago, Baja California Sur.
Professional bilingual guides accompany the group and provide safety instructions throughout the experience.
Swimming in the natural freshwater pool is optional and subject to water levels, weather, and safety conditions.
The route, hiking pace, and waterfall access may be adjusted according to trail conditions and participant abilities.
If High Tide cancels the activity due to unsafe weather, trail conditions, or operational restrictions, guests will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
TRANSPORTATION AND MEETING POINTS
Complimentary round-trip transportation is available from selected hotels in Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo, and the Tourist Corridor.
Complimentary hotel pick-up is not available from Hard Rock, Nobu, Diamante, Rancho San Lucas, or Four Seasons Costa Palmas.
Guests staying at these properties meet at OXXO Plaza Gali in Cabo San Lucas.
Guests arriving independently may arrange a meeting point in advance.
Exact pick-up times and meeting instructions are provided after booking.
CRUISE PASSENGERS
Cabo San Lucas is a tender port. Allow sufficient time for disembarkation and return to the ship.
We recommend taking the earliest available tender or arranging priority tender service whenever possible.
Cruise passengers meet at OXXO Plaza Gali, not at the cruise pier.
Meeting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eh61xYtV2NA82kon6
Please ensure your ship's schedule allows sufficient time for the complete excursion.
BOOKING CONFIRMATION AND PUNCTUALITY
Please provide your hotel name or preferred meeting arrangements when booking.
If you have not received your final pick-up time or meeting instructions at least 24 hours before your tour, please contact High Tide Los Cabos at +52 624 178 9553.
A printed voucher is not required. Your guide will ask for the reservation name.
Please arrive punctually at the confirmed meeting point or pick-up location. Guides wait a maximum of 5 minutes.
No-shows and late arrivals are charged in full.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the scheduled start time of this private tour.
Cancellations made less than 48 hours before departure and no-shows are charged in full.
Medical refund requests require an official doctor's certificate issued on the day of the activity and notification before the scheduled start time.
WHAT TO BRING
Comfortable hiking shoes with good traction. Closed-toe footwear is strongly recommended.
Lightweight clothing suitable for hiking in warm weather.
Swimsuit and towel if you plan to swim at the waterfall.
Sun protection, including sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
A small backpack for essential personal belongings.
Any personal medication required during the excursion.
Excluded
Excluded:
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
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