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FOX CANYON CABO TOUR

A private hike through Fox Canyon's desert oasis.

  • Half day · 6.5 hrs
  • Private · 2–10 guests
  • English guide
  • Physical level · Active
Half day · 6.5 hrs
Private · 2–10 guests
English guide
Physical level · Active
Waterfall dropping into a green pool among granite rocks at Fox Canyon
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Aerial view of Santiago oasis near Fox Canyon, Los Cabos
Aerial view of Fox Canyon in Cabo with natural pools between granite rocks.
Couple swimming in crystal-clear pool in Fox Canyon.
Family enjoying natural pool next to waterfall in Fox Canyon in Los Cabos.
Couple bathing in pool at the base of waterfall during Fox Canyon tour.
Couple at Sierra de la Laguna viewpoint during hiking tour in Cabo

A Desert Hike That Ends in a Swim

This Fox Canyon Cabo tour takes you to a desert oasis in the Sierra de la Laguna foothills. The drive takes about an hour from your hotel. You hike rugged canyon trails past towering cactus to natural pools fed by a waterfall. Then you swim, slide down the rock formations and cool off before a traditional Mexican taco lunch. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Los Cabos are included. There is no shared van and no fixed schedule. Your certified bilingual guide sets the pace for your group only.

What's Included in Your Canyon Hike

Your tour price covers the items below.

  • Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, door-to-door from your hotel
  • Guide dedicated to your group for the full tour
  • Full access to the canyon's natural pools and rock slides
  • Traditional Mexican taco lunch with melted cheese, homemade salsa and guacamole
  • Cooler stocked with water, sodas and snacks
  • Park entrance fee, arranged and included
  • Insurance for your group for the whole tour

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Gratuities, cash is easiest on the day

Step-by-Step Itinerary From Pickup to Return

Step 01 · 7:00 AM

Pickup at your hotel in Los Cabos

Your driver picks you up in an air-conditioned vehicle and takes you to the canyon.

Step 02 · ~1 hr

Scenic drive into the mountain foothills

Your guide rides with you. On the way, you stop at a viewpoint over the Santiago oasis for photos.

Step 03 · MAIN ACTIVITY

Hike into the canyon and swim

Walk the trail past towering cactus to the waterfall. Then swim in the natural pools and slide down the rock formations.

Step 04 · Lunch

Lunch with fresh tacos

Refuel with freshly made tacos, homemade salsa and guacamole before heading back.

Step 05 · ~6.5 hrs total

Drop-off back at your hotel

Your driver brings you back to the same pickup point.

Guest Reviews

★★★★★

Raphael herrera was very awesome. Very kind and we have such a good time on our trip. We made sure we were comfortable when we stopped at the towns that we had plenty of water and gave us history about the beaches, and local spots definitely would recommend this to anybody visiting.

J Campbell

Google review

★★★★★

We had an amazing day with Cabo Private Tours! Our tour to Todos Santos was perfect. The sunset at the mirador near Punta Lobos was beautiful, a must! The service was friendly, professional, and personalized from start to finish. Highly recommend Cabo Private Tours for a memorable Cabo experience!

Rafael Ortiz

Google review

★★★★★

We had an amazing time jet skiing in Cabo and a great experience with Rafael. Highly recommend!

Michael Blake

Google review

★★★★★

Had so much fun on our tour. Rafael Herrera was so nice, entertaining and did a phenomenal job setting everything up.

Teia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your tour departs at 7:00 AM and lasts 6 hours and 30 minutes total, including round-trip transportation. It runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays only, and you can book up to 24 hours ahead. Times may vary depending on your location and highway conditions.
We pick you up at your hotel in Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo or the Tourist Corridor. Outside these areas, contact us and we will check.
Its Spanish name is Canon de la Zorra. The canyon sits in the Sierra de la Laguna foothills, about an hour from your hotel. The hike starts at a ranch 15 minutes past the Santiago oasis.
It is a medium-difficulty hike, uphill over rocky ground with little shade. The easy route is 2 km (1.2 mi) round trip, to the base of the waterfall. The longer route is 6 km (3.7 mi) round trip, to the top of the falls. Your guide picks the route with your group, based on how much you want to walk.
The minimum age is 6. For your safety, we cannot take pregnant guests. We also cannot take guests with heart, back, neck or breathing conditions or limited mobility. The same goes for visual or motor disabilities, vertigo, fear of heights and osteoporosis. Guests with a temperature above 99.5°F (37.5°C) at departure cannot join.
Wear closed walking shoes, since sandals are not allowed on the trail. Pack a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and a hat. The trail has little shade, so a light long-sleeve shirt helps. Bring cash for tips and souvenirs, and tell us at booking about any health conditions.
The Fox Canyon trail needs good weather. If wind, rain or a tropical storm makes the canyon unsafe, we move your tour to another day. If your dates leave no time, we refund you in full.
Yes. The tour price covers insurance for your group and the park entrance fee. Alcoholic drinks, gratuities and souvenirs are paid on your own.

Booking and cancellation

Cancel for free up to 24 hours before your hike.

  • *Guests (2-10)

Choose your payment option
Pay a deposit of $100.00

Traveling with 5 or more? The rate per person drops with your group size — as low as $125 USD/pax at 10 guests

Estimated Total: $720 USD

Park entrance fee included · Minimum 2 guests

Pay a deposit online to reserve your date, and the rest in cash on tour day.

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