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Which ATV tour should you book in Cabo?
Book the earliest departure, on a single ATV if you are riding alone and a side-by-side UTV if you have a passenger or a child. Prices run $85–$160 per person for two and a half to four hours, almost all of it on the desert and beach trails at Migriño on the Pacific side.
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Key facts
- Price range
- $85–$160 per person
- Duration
- 2.5–4 hours
- Riding area
- Migriño, 25 minutes west of Cabo San Lucas
- Driver minimum age
- 16 for ATV, 18 for UTV
- Best departure
- The first of the day
| Option | Price | Passengers | Driver age | Comfort over 3 hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single ATV | $85–$120 pp | 1 | 16+ | Good |
| Two-up ATV | $100–$140 per machine | 2 | 16+ | Poor for passenger |
| Side-by-side UTV | $120–$160 pp | 2–4 | 18+ | Best |
| ATV + camel combo | $120–$180 pp | Varies | 16+ | Good |
The ranking, and why
1. Best for solo riders
Single ATV, first departure
Cheapest ticket, most fun if you are riding alone, and the morning slot gets clean air and a full beach section.
$85–$120 pp
2. Best for pairs and families
Side-by-side UTV
Seatbelts, roll cage and a comfortable passenger seat. The only option most operators allow with a child.
$120–$160 pp
3. Best for filling a day
ATV plus camel combo
Adds a 20–30 minute camel ride and a lunch for roughly $20–$30 more. Good value if you want the half-day filled.
$120–$180 pp
4. Best for short tours only
Two-up ATV
Cheapest per pair, and uncomfortable for the passenger past about ninety minutes. Only worth it on a short tour.
$100–$140 per machine
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between an ATV and a UTV in Cabo?
An ATV is a single-rider quad you straddle. A UTV is a side-by-side with seatbelts, a roll cage and a bench seat. UTVs cost $40–$60 more and are the only option most operators permit with a child passenger.
Do you need experience to ride an ATV in Cabo?
No. Operators run a short briefing and the terrain at Migriño is forgiving. You do generally need a valid driver's licence and to be at least 16 for an ATV or 18 for a UTV.
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