MEXICO
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular safari tours in Mexico right now. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Private Cozumel Jeep safari with guided snorkeling at Sky Reef, Punta Sur wildlife and lighthouse, tequila chocolate tasting, and beach-club lunch.
“Tour guide is with you in your Jeep. Tour was excellent. Went all the way around the island. Good beach club at the end. Our tour guide was awesome.”
A small-group Puerto Vallarta jet ski safari with a guided coastal ride, snorkeling gear included, and close-up views of Los Arcos.
“Wow. This is definitely something I will be doing again with some more people. Fantastic work by the team they are very professional people and know what they’re doing. Five stars from me and 100% Recommended”
Puerto Vallarta 6.5-hr UTV rainforest safari with Polaris RZR ride, waterfall hike and swim-hole. Guided snacks, $399 per group up to 4.
“We had a great time with our 2 sons this was a great adventure for families. The bus ride is quite long.”
Open Ocean Safari in Cabo with Apex Ocean Divers: snorkel, spot rays and dolphins, possible whales, and get photos on a 4-hour outing.
“Great experience! Would definitely recommend to others, saw multiple species, our guide was very knowledgeable and experienced.”
Speedboat south of Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa, a waterfall stop, and secluded Pizota beach with BBQ, open bar, and water time.
“Very attentive staff and great food. I’d he did if the due he did he did she dnr dnd do r r d he e je”
Private Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas safari with flamingos, crocodiles, pink lagoons, Mayan clay bath, and a Gulf beach swim.
“Amazing!!! All has been very good. We have seen many birds and crocodiles. Our guide explained very much to the Flamingos and Pelicanes. We started in the morning at 7 am and it had been a good time. Thank you to the crew and so much to our guide! We will come again!!”
From La Ventana, a small-group panga safari for mobula rays, dolphins, and whales, with snorkeling gear and lunch included.
“I loved this excursion! Our guide, Juan, knows his stuff. Above all, they prioritized the safety of the animals. Super respectful, experienced, & ridiculously good at spotting whales.”
A half-day Cabo shark safari with snorkel options, chum attraction, small-group care, and underwater photos, plus scenic marine-park cruising.
“PHENOMENAL experience. Everything was exactly as advertised and more. Felipe and crew were friendly, attentive to safety, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!”
Small-group Safari to Islas Marietas for Hidden Beach, snorkeling, whales, La Bufadora geyser, ceviche lunch and beer.
“This was such a cool adventure. The water was so amazing to swim and snorkel in. The hidden beach was magical and we really enjoyed seeing the blow hole too. Eduardo was a great guide. He was accommodating, knowledgeable of the area, and even provided the best lunch we had all trip with the shrimp…”
Camel ride along a secluded Cabo beach, desert walk, tortilla lesson, tequila tasting, and lunch, with winter whale chances.
“Excelente experiencia. Guía Michael tiene excelente carisma. Tour muy bueno”
Swim with whale sharks near Isla Mujeres on a small-group ocean safari with snorkeling, ceviche lunch, and optional Cancun pickup.
“It was a great adventure, the boat was lovely and the opportunity to see wildlife was excellent. Our guide was friendly but there were additional hidden costs to an already highly priced activity - from transportation to getting the photos taken of us with the whale sharks. This took away from the overall enjoyment of…”
Taco Safari Cabo San Lucas: 8 tastings in 5 stops over 3.5 hours with a bilingual guide from Plaza Amelia Wilkes.
“Gregor was awesome. Very engaging and knowledgeable. Accommodated a last minute change for one of our party, that we greatly appreciated. Great places to eat and lots of laughs, Next time we are here will definitely book again. We highly recommend to anyone looking to have some yummy food and getting the opportunity to experience…”
Private Africam Safari tour from Puebla/Cholula with pickup, air-conditioned transport, admission included, and a 4-hour safari-style animal adventure.
“Our guide Hiram was knowledgeable and personable. He was able to adapt to our needs very easily, and was fun to be with. It was nice to have him pick us up directly from our Airbnb! We could relax and fully enjoy the experience without any hassles. He helped us navigate our personalized plan, and…”
A small-group Ocean Safari from San Jose del Cabo with flexible wildlife searching, included lunch, and guided snorkeling when conditions allow.
“Crew was delightful, they provided wet suit surprisingly fit , & im, 6.5 258. It is in the ocean, we saw dolphins small reef fish, a parrot & needle fish & im 67 & they helped me going up the ladder as ive always had weak feet. Hah hah!”
Ocean Safari from La Paz or La Ventana for a 5-hour wildlife-focused panga trip with a bilingual marine biologist, top snorkel gear, and lunch.
“the guide Andrea is a Marine Biologist and did a great job explaining the behaviour of the wildlife. Participants in the groups in La Ventana are actually interested in whales and come with pre-knowledge specifically here during whale season - not with hangover like in Cabo. Here are also a lot less boats, which is…”
