How do I reserve the ATV tour?

Book online with a refundable deposit and pay the remaining balance at pickup. You can also request a custom quote. Our tours include a Back-to-Ship Guarantee.

Do you provide a guide during the ATV tour?

Yes. All ATV tours include a guide for safety and instructions throughout the experience.

What is the minimum age to ride an ATV?

Drivers must be 15 or older for Las Cañadas and 16 or older for Hot Springs. Younger riders can join as passengers with a waiver. Passengers must share an ATV.

Is there a weight limit for the ATV tour?

Yes. The maximum weight limit is 360 lbs for the Hot Springs route.

Is the ATV tour on streets with traffic?

No. All tours take place on safe dirt tracks and off-road trails, with no city streets or traffic.

What’s included and what should I wear?

Helmet, goggles, and instructions are included. Expect dust most of the year and some mud from January to April. Closed-toe shoes are required, and light long pants and sleeves are recommended.

Can we share an ATV or switch drivers?

Yes. You can share an ATV and switch drivers during the ride. Shared riders receive a discount.

Ensenada UTV Side by Side Tours

Off-Road Adventure

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Your UTV experience includes more than just the ride.
- Guided UTV off-road experience
- 1-hour ride through scenic trails and hills
- 2-seat and 4-seat side-by-side options
- Private pickup and drop-off from the cruise port or downtown
- Private bilingual guide and transportation
- Safety briefing, helmet and gear provided
- Optional taco stop after your ride
- Back-to-Ship Guarantee for cruise passengers
Approx. total experience: 3–3.5 hours

Start Your Next UTV Adventure!

Side-by-Side Off-Road Adventure

Explore Ensenada's scenic off-road trails in a UTV side-by-side. Unlike an ATV, UTVs have car-style side-by-side seating, making them a great option for couples, families and groups who want to experience the adventure together.

2-Seater & 4-Seater UTVs Available

BOOK YOUR UTV TOUR

UTV + LA BUFADORA COMBO TOUR

Two Ensenada adventures in one tour! Enjoy an off-road UTV ride and visit the famous La Bufadora blowhole.

Offroad Vehicles - UTV

PIONEER

1 Pioneer
1–4 Persons per Pioneer
Guided or self-drive tours

RZR

1 RZR
1–2 Persons per RZR
Guided or self-drive tours

4-SEATER UTV

1 UTV
Up to 4 Persons
Guided or self-drive tours

ATV OR UTV?

Both take you off-road — the main difference is how you want to ride.

01 MORE INDIVIDUAL

ATV

Ride solo or share with a passenger seated behind you.

1 or 2 people per ATV
Passenger sits behind the driver
Open, traditional off-road experience
Great for couples & individual riders

Explore ATV Tours

GREAT FOR GROUPS

02 SIDE-BY-SIDE

UTV

Sit next to your passengers and experience the trails together.

2-seat & 4-seat options
Side-by-side seating
Car-style seating & roll cage
Great for families, couples & groups

MAKE YOUR PERFECT ENSENADA DAY

Add another experience to your UTV adventure and make the most of your day in Ensenada.

01

SIGHTSEEING

UTV + La Bufadora

Hit the trails, then visit Ensenada's famous blowhole and explore the local market.

02

ADVENTURE

UTV + Horseback

Combine your off-road UTV adventure with a scenic horseback ride in Ensenada.

03

ADRENALINE

UTV + Zipline

Keep the adventure going with ziplines and hanging bridges after your UTV ride.

Build Your Tour

UTV ADVENTURE ITINERARY

From cruise port pickup to the trails and back — we take care of the logistics so you can enjoy the adventure.

01

START

Private Pickup

Meet your private driver at the cruise port, hotel or agreed pickup location.

02

LET'S GO

Head to the Trails

Relax in your private transportation on the way to the off-road location.

03

GET READY

Safety Briefing

Get your safety gear and learn how to operate your UTV before heading onto the trails.

04

THE ADVENTURE

60-Minute UTV Ride

Explore scenic off-road trails in your side-by-side with your guide.

05

OPTIONAL STOP

Tacos & Local Favorites

If time allows, stop for authentic Ensenada tacos, shopping or a quick photo stop.

06

FINISH

Back to Your Ship

We'll plan your return around your cruise schedule with our Back-to-Ship Guarantee.

UTV Tour Reviews

★★★★★

"Had a blast!"

"We had such an amazing experience with this company. Our driver was Chuy! He was so chill and nice! We did the UTV and city tour. It rained on us but my family had the best experience! This was our 1st time taking our 6year old son and we couldn’t have been in better hands. Chuy made sure we had a great time, were satisfied and took us to one of the best taco spots I’ve ever tried. God bless you Chuy! Thanks again for everything! Would definitely recommend booking with them!""

M.R.

TripAdvisor

Your Questions Answered

A UTV, sometimes called a side-by-side, is an off-road vehicle with car-style seating. Instead of sitting one behind another like on an ATV, UTV passengers sit next to each other.
We currently offer 2-seat and 4-seat UTV options, depending on availability.
Drivers must be:
- 15+ for Las Cañadas
- 16+ for Hot Springs
Younger riders can join as passengers with a waiver. Passengers must share an ATV.
Yes. The maximum weight limit is 360 lbs for the Hot Springs route.
We make it easy to adjust your reservation when cruise schedules change. Cruise guests also receive our Back-to-Ship Guarantee.
Helmet, goggles, and instructions are included.
Wear:
- Closed-toe shoes (required)
- Light long pants and sleeves (recommended)
Yes. UTV inventory is much more limited than ATV inventory, particularly the 4-seat vehicles, so advance reservations are recommended.