The 15 Best Mexico Safaris Tours

1.Jeep Safari All Inclusive Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 460 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $92Our pick

See Cozumel’s wild east coast, Punta Sur’s crocodiles and lighthouse, Dzul-Ha snorkeling, and San Martín Beach in a private Jeep. Guides such as Gabriel, Miguel, Pedro, and Ricardo tailor the day, while chocolate, tortilla, tequila tasting, and lunch round out this four to five hour island sampler.

“Excellent guide named Gabriel. Excellent knowledge of the whole island. You visit a nature reserve, see amazing beaches and crocodiles. End with Mexican lunch and swim on lovely beach”

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2.Jet Ski Safari in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 242 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $159

Ride a jet ski from Marina Vallarta along Puerto Vallarta’s coast with guide Ever, stopping to snorkel near Los Arcos National Park. Expect a small group, ocean views, possible sightings of dolphins, turtles, rays, or whales, and a fast, bumpy ride back.

“This jet ski experience is so much fun! I liked that it was a small group (my husband and I and another couple) so it didn’t feel rushed or overwhelming. Ever was an incredible guide and we very much recommend to anyone wanting to check out Los Arcos in an adventurous way.”

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3.All Terrain Safari – UTV Tour Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 232 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Take a six-and-a-half-hour Polaris RZR adventure from Marina Vallarta or Nuevo Vallarta into the mountains. Guides such as Tommy, Emiliano, Omar, and Manuel lead you through muddy jungle trails, streams, a waterfall hike, and a swimming stop. Expect snacks, purified water, helmets, and plenty of mud.

“Best experience by far when we came to Mexico! Tommy and his partners were amazing and not only did they talking to us about the tour but they gave us a lay of the land and culture about TRUE MEXICO. Definitely 100% recommended!”

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4.Open Ocean Safari and Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $215

Set out from Cabo San Lucas with Apex Ocean Divers for a four-hour wildlife safari across the Pacific and Sea of Cortez. Look for whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks, Mobula rays, and marlin, then snorkel near Pelican Rock. Guides such as Nick, Rafa, Alex, and Kyla add local care and photo skills.

“I have to say, when I booked this experience I did zero research and chose it purely based on the pictures they posted. I really wasn’t sure if those photos were real or just clever advertising, but I took a leap of faith. Let me tell you — those pictures are 100% real and still don’t do justice to the moments we actually experienced. It was insane, to say the least. This was our first time doing a safari-style adventure on the water, but the fact that the rest of our small (!!!) group consisted of professional free divers and marine-life photographers with thousands of followers on social media speaks…”

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5.Ocean Safari: Sea Lions, Mobula Rays, Dolphins, Orcas & Whales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $179

Set out from La Ventana at 8:00 a.m. for about five hours aboard a panga with a maximum of six people. Guides such as Juan, Alejandro, and Andrea are praised for sharp wildlife spotting and respectful handling of animals. Snorkeling is optional, and sightings are never guaranteed.

“We had an amazing day on this safari! We snorkeled above the thousands of mobula rays and saw a blue whale (largest animal to ever live on earth!). Mexico Travel Adventure is an excellent operation -- very professional, safety focused, and clearly cared about the animals and about being good stewards of the environment. Our guide -- Andrea-- was superb. She was super knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. We liked it so much we did another tour with them a few days later.”

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6.Shark Safari & Snorkel Adventure in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $203

Meet Felipe and the Orca Dive Expeditions crew at 7:00 am for a small-group boat trip from Cabo San Lucas. Snorkel near mako and blue sharks when they appear, learn about conservation, and receive gear, snacks, and underwater photos.

“I would leave a million stars if I could. If you are in Cabo and want to experience incredible ocean life, do not miss this!!! Felipe and the crew were so informative and FUN! We had an amazing day swimming w makos and watching humpbacks, and could not have asked for more. With a strong emphasis on conservation and safety (for you and the animals), it was such a wonderful day from start to finish. Their underwater photographers are SO talented, and gave us loads of wonderful photos to capture these incredible memories. I hope to join them again in the future. A huge thank you Felipe and crew!!! We…”

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7.Cabo San Lucas: Camel Safari Tour with Lunch and Tequila

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

Travel from Cabo or San José del Cabo to a Pacific-facing ranch for a desert walk, a 20-minute camel ride, tortilla lesson, Mexican buffet, drinks, and tequila tasting. Guides speak English and Spanish. Add the $25 adult park fee and leave cameras behind during the ride.

“The memories created on this experience will live forever”

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8.Taco Safari in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Meet Gregor or Anna at Plaza Amelia Wilkes for a 3.5-hour walking food tour through central Cabo San Lucas. You’ll visit five local eateries, sample tacos and Mexican desserts, hear food and culture stories, and get practical dining tips from a bilingual guide.

“We had an exceptional experience on our food tour. Gregor was knowledgeable and charismatic making the afternoon feel like we were hanging out with a friend. Each stop had delicious food and great service. 10/10 would recommend to anyone visiting Cabo and wanting to see where the locals eat.”

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9.Africam safari (private tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $175

Travel from Puebla or Cholula to Africam Safari in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking host such as Ariel or Hiram. Spend about four hours among giraffes, elephants, lions, and hundreds of other animals, with general admission and water included.

“Ariel’s English was excellent and created and enjoyable and enriching experience. He knew a great deal of the history and animal facts.”

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10.La Paz or La Ventana: Ocean Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31 reviews · 5 hours · from $175

Set out from La Paz or La Ventana in a shaded panga with a bilingual marine biologist. Search Cerralvo or Espiritu Santo Island for mobulas, dolphins, whales, and other sea life, then snorkel when conditions allow. Juan Carlos, Berto, and Andrea have guided memorable trips, but wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

“I most liked Diving with the Sea-Lions. But seine the humpback with a Baby was great too!”

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11.Las Coloradas: Pink Lakes Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 29 reviews · 2 hours · from $40Best value

This two-hour tour takes you by all-terrain vehicle through Las Coloradas’ pink lagoons and working salt plant. A bilingual guide explains evaporation, salt crystals, flamingo habitat, and the Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. Bring a camera, sunscreen, insect repellent, and use the visitor-center bathroom first.

“Schöne Tour mit vielen Infos zur Salzgewinnung, man hat auch einen Fotoguide dabei”

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12.Puebla Africam Safari Park, Live an Unforgettable Adventure!

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 28 reviews · 1 day · from $43

Ride from Puebla’s Zócalo to Africam Safari, where more than 2,500 animals from 350 species live in open, controlled habitats. Your Spanish-speaking wildlife guide leads a four-hour visit through areas such as the Serengeti, Kalahari, and Okavango Delta. Transport, admission, and insurance are included.

“El tour es bueno en mi caso iba sentado en el lado izquierdo del camión y muchas veces no alcanzaba a ver las especies del área del safari En la primer parada fue muy poco tiempo para explorar la zona y aunque es pequeña estaba un tanto abarrotado En la tercer parte estuvo bastante bien muchas especies y actividades En general bien pero para maximizar la experiencia hay que ir en su propio vehículo”

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13.Los Cabos: Camel Ride Safari with Lunch and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 25 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $140

Spend 2.5 hours near Cabo San Lucas riding and feeding camels, walking through an ecological reserve, eating a Mexican burrito, and tasting tequila. Hotel pickup, guides, safety gear, bottled water, and flavored water are included. Bring cash for the $25 park fee.

“Excelente, muy bonitos los camellos y delicioso el bufet al final del recorrido, recomiendo el último horario a las 4:00 pm para observar el atardecer y algunas ballenas”

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14.Ocean Safari Tour in Cabo San Lucas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $208

Set out from Cabo San Lucas Marina with guides such as Julian or Clémence to search for whales, dolphins, orcas, turtles, rays, sea lions, and more. You may snorkel when conditions permit. The four-and-a-half-hour trip carries no more than 14 people and returns to the marina.

“Clémence, our guide, was wonderful. She's full of interesting facts and positive energy.”

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15.Snorkeling Open Ocean Wildlife Safari in Los Cabos with Photos Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $145

Leave Cabo Marina by speedboat with Baja Vikings Ecoventures, passing the Arch, Lovers Beach, Lands End, and the sea lion colony before searching the open Pacific for rays, dolphins, whales, turtles, and more. Snorkel gear, snacks, drinks, photos, and videos are included.

“Guides were great & snorkeling was a blast. Everyone from our 70+ Grandmother to my 12/15 year old nieces enjoyed it! Good mix of a guided boat tour & snorkeling”

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