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Baja Wine and Dine

Enjoy mexico's largest wine community.

WELCOME TO BAJA WINE AND DINE

The Ultimate Baja Experience

In the beautiful state of Northern Baja California, near Ensenada, just 1 hour south of San Diego California lies the Valle de Guadalupe, the major wine producing region in Mexico. Take a tour through vineyards and its elaborate production process.

TEQUILA TASTING

Enjoy Baja’s tequila tasting, Silver or Reposado from some of the best Tequilas in Northern Mexico

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Vineyard Weddings & Celebrations

Extraordinary event locations with inspired elegance that makes any occasion special. Book with BAJA WINE AND DINE today!

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WE DO THE DRIVING

The most comfortable, relaxing and luxurious way to ride around Baja Mexico or take a trip outside the city book your chauffeur today!

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Subscribe to newsletter, hotel reservations, concierge services, pick up in san diego, “the most impressive thing about ray was the way he’d drift into our conversation right when we were curious about something, fill us in, chat for a bit, and then drift away so that we could enjoy ourselves as a couple, all without causing any awkwardness whatsoever.”, “what a treat it was we went with a few friends & had the most wonderful & relaxing experience we were guided on the tour by ray who was a lot of fun & knowledgable about the wineries”.

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Wine Tours In Baja

We are a small family business offering exclusive wine tasting trips in Mexico .

All the beauty of the northern regions of Baja California and the historic Valle de Guadalupe await you to spend extraordinary moments with friends and family on personalized and customized wine tasting tours .

Wine tasting tours

From rustic to modern, sophisticated to more traditional family vineyards, we always take you to first-class options.

Enjoy the most memorable mexican wine tasting trips you can get in Baja. Our focus is on premium wineries and exquisite regional culinary. We make sure you have a pleasant and safe experience.

Looking for the ultimate wine tasting trips and exquisite Baja culinary experiences? Wine Tours in Baja salutes you! Book a wine tour today!

Wine Tours In Baja provide foreign travelers with a reliable chauffeur driven for small and large groups for wine tasting trips. Our service is the safest way for wine tasting in Mexico!

Wine tasting packages

Premium wine tastings at 3 wineries, Traditional and exquisite Baja cuisine, All luxury touring vehicles, Licensed drivers with passenger endorsement, clean driving records and pre-employment drug testing, 8-12 hrs, Snacks – Appetizers or tapas and charcuterie board, Bottled water, Gratuities, Sanitation between each drop off/pick up.

Basic Immersion Tour – Up to 8 hours

Wine Tours in Baja offers the Basic Immersion Tour, hosted by our Certified Wine Specialist, departing at 10:00 am.

Featured stops include:

• Monte Xanic – Cave tasting and light appetizer at Monte Xanic Cellars
• Decantos Vinícola – 2 Samples at tasting bar, light refreshments
• AlmaTierra Restaurant in Valle de Guadalupe – Dinner, barrel tasting in the private cellar, relaxation Time

Also, Basic Immersion Tour attendees will receive a gift bag including a mexican chocolate candy from a local chocolatier, and a keepsake wine glass.

Premium tour package – Up to 9 hours

Enjoy our new wine shuttle experience hosted by Wine Tours in Baja’s Certified Wine Specialist. This tour runs on Saturdays starting at noon.

• Emevé Wines – Vineyards / Cellars / Boutique
• Adobe Guadalupe
• Barón Balché
• Dinner at Finca Altozano by renowned chef Javier Plascencia

Also, the Premium Tour Package attendees will receive a gift bag. The gift bag will include a traditional mexican handcraft alebrije from a local mexican artisan, and a wine glass.

Iconic tour package – Up to 10 hrs

• Decantos Vinícola
• Vinos Las Nubes
• Casa Frida – Valle de Guadalupe
• King & Queen Cantina

Sapphire tour package – Up to 12 hrs

• Lechuza Wines
• La carrodilla
• Dinner at Deckman’s in El Mogor (the only Michelin star restaurant holder in Baja) from 5- 6 pm
• Drink and return, Tijuana to San Diego

*Reservations and advance deposits are required. Seating is limited. Pricing includes shuttle service, tastings at the three wineries, light appetizer, and small gift bag provided by Wine Tours In Baja. All Locations are subject to change. Featured stops chosen at the discretion of Wine Tours In BAja, hours, and/or availability.

Take home a lifetime memory

Coming from San Diego

No need to worry about crossing the border. We take all necessary precautions to make your Valle de Guadalupe wine tour as enjoyable as possible.

Your travel host will find you at the location of your choice and drive you through the beautiful Pacific scenic road. Entering the Valle, we’ll give you an introduction to the wine route and all the essential facts of the region.

We create a customized itinerary for you to have enough time at each location. Feel free to spend more time at particular spots than others. Wine tasting is about enjoying yourself taking in the beautiful scenery in a relaxing way.

Wine tasting

A selection of three wineries previously crafted for the group or the couple will be waiting for us. We’ll taste from three to four young wines at every stop from rose, reds, and whites.

Enjoy the landscape, sip your wine, relax and take beautiful pictures. There will be an opportunity to make a wine cellar tour where we will learn more about the wine process at each winery.

Enjoy the fresh ingredients of the Baja Cuisine in a farm to table experience accompanied by a glass of house wine.

Three course al fresco farm to table dinner with a glass of wine per person. *Please let us know any Food allergy or dietary restrictions to accommodate your needs.

If you have any questions about our wine routes, please fill out this form.

"WINE IS BOTTLED POETRY."

            - ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON

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VINO TINTO TOURS

Providing custom wine tours through the guadalupe valley wine country, northern baja california.

The quality and variety of the vineyards in the Guadalupe Valley of Northern Baja California are grossly underestimated and regrettably undiscovered by many who come here to tour the Wine Country.  In an effort to maximize profit, many Tour Companies are driving by some of the best wines and vineyards in Mexico.  Vino Tinto Tours was started in the hopes of changing this trend.  We provide knowledge and insight on how to truly discover what the Guadalupe Valley has to offer.  Our tours allow you to control the level of discovery that appeals to your  tastes.  Contact us to enjoy a casual wine tour off the beaten path.

OF THE GUADALUPE VALLEY

MOSTLY RED WINE TOURS

A PARTIAL LIST OF THE VINEYARDS WE TOUR

VINEYARD DETAILS

PREMIUM WINE TOURS

MOSTLY RED WINES

PRIVATE TOURS

PRIVATE TOUR

3-PERSON  MINIMUM

PICKUP AT YOUR LOCATION

IN ROSARITO, ENSENADA OR THE VALLE

WINE TASTING AT 3 VINEYARDS

FROM SELECT VINEYARDS ABOVE

WINES AGES 1-3 YEARS

TASTING FEES INCLUDED

TOUR DURATION

APPROXIMATELY 6 HOURS

PRICE PER PERSON

PREMIUM TASTING

THREE VINEYARDS

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

ADVANCE BOOKING NECESSARY

WINES AGES 2-10 YEARS

COUPLES TOUR

$225 PER PERSON

GROUPS OF 3 OR MORE

$179 PER PERSON

COUPLES PRIVATE TOURS

THE MOST INTIMATE OF TOURS

 FROM SELECT VINEYARDS ABOVE

TASTING FEES

 INCLUDED

WE ARE AVAILABLE TO ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS

(619) 900-4656

Vino Tinto is Spanish for Red Wine and represents all that is rich in experience.  We are happy to provide wine tours that guide you to a rich experience through the Guadalupe Valley of Northern Baja.

• Tours Scheduled 7 days a week
• Our price is competitive
• Our drivers are knowledgeable
• Our vehicles are comfortable
• The vineyards are plentiful
• And the wine is flowing

Tours scheduled Monday through Sunday

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One of our best tour packages! The All Inclusive Valle de Guadalupe Tour is the best, and most worry free way to wine taste in Mexico! No need to worry about your card working or not, changing out money, where to eat, where to drink, crossing the border, safe driving, getting lost, etc… On our All Inclusive Valle de Guadalupe tour we’ve made all the necessary preparations to make your tour of the Valle de Guadalupe as enjoyable as possible.  Every detail has been taken care of by us. Let us take you on a trip to the Tuscany of Baja California. Dine at some of the best restaurants in Valle de Guadalupe. Speak with local vintners, owners, and sommelier’s as they take you through to the tasting rooms. Experience the best that Baja has to offer as you discover Mexico’s gorgeous Valle de Guadalupe.

The drive south along scenic Highway 1 is one of the most beautiful in all of Mexico. Postcard-worthy views from atop rugged ocean-side cliffs are often compared to the landscapes of the famous Big-Sur Coastline. See these and more as we take you on the best all inclusive Valle de Guadalupe tour of Mexico’s burgeoning  wine-growing region. Come with us on a tour of Valle de Guadalupe today!

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Great tour company and guide–only ones to use when visiting the Mexico Wine area This tour was recommended by a resort in Tecate and it did not disappoint. Our guide was professional, friendly and knowledgeable. We toured a nice variety of wineries and the place for lunch was fantastic. This exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend this tour company to anyone wanting to learn more about the wonderful wineries in Mexico. Salut!

Can’t wait to go back! High quality wineries and eatery. Excellent driver and guide. All inclusive wine tour was such a steal for the convenience, quality and fun time. I will definitely be returning.

Baja Winery Tour Baja winery tour. This was our second tour with our driver Joaquin. This one was even better than the first, as he changed up our agenda. The lunch remained the same and was the hit of the day.

Private Wine Tasting Tour We were a group of 17 and did a private tour. It was outstanding – totally exceeded our expectations. The wine and food was excellent, Joaquin had everything under control and was more than happy to adjust on the fly to make sure we had a great time. Everything from the pick-up to crossing the border was a breeze. We will for sure do this again. I highly recommend.

The best time in Mexico ever ????? Splurge – it was so worth it. Joaquin is amazing – the vineyards were perfect, the food amazing, the transport safe and clean, the company first class. Well worth every cent ❤️ We are already talking of a summer trip.

Highlight of our Baja trip My group can’t say enough wonderful things about this wine tour – extremely knowledgeable guide, good variety of wine, delicious lunch, and fun group of people. There’s no way we would have been able to have this type of experience on our own and highly recommend this particular tour.

Easy, fun, and perfect This tour group made everything very easy for us. We basically didn’t have to think about anything, so we just focused on having fun! The scenic stop was beautiful, the wineries were top notch, and the lunch was – I cannot stress this enough – phenomenal! 10/10 would recommend.

GREAT and PROFESSIONAL ALL AROUND – BEST SERVICE and GUIDES WHAT A GREAT TIME – best experience all around – from the beginning making the reservation to the follow up after the tour – they are HANDS DOWN THE BEST OVERALL TOUR COMPANY I have ever dealt with. Mario is AWESOME – well educated, cool and relaxed – he’ll make your time so enjoyable. There is no single complaint – i have never had a better “day” anywhere. they arranged the BEST LUNCH YOU WILL ALMOST EVER HAVE! Finca Andulcino or ?? it was superb – 6 or 7 courses – INCREDIBLE! Most details to come – but for now, if you are planning to go – it will not disappoint!

• 10 hours of service with a private vehicle and driver, road tolls, reservation/itinerary service(we make an itinerary and reservations for you.) Reservation requests for specific wineries are based on availability and not guaranteed, some wineries require a non refundable deposit.
• Selected tastings at 3 different wineries. We only use hand selected wineries that meet certain standards.
• Our famous 3 course, pre set, chef’s menu, gourmet lunch, with a glass of wine for each person at one of Valle’s top restaurants(typically at the famous Finca Altozano!) Not tacos or a food truck like some other companies.
• Pickup and drop off at the San Ysidro border, Rosarito, Ensenada, or Valle de Guadalupe. (San Diego pickups currently only for Big Bus Groups!)
• No stressing about cards working, money exchange, splitting the bill, where to eat and drink, making reservations, toll roads, safe driving, getting lost, etc…
• NO MINIMUM! We will take 2 people all the way up to 50 person charter buses.
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As there are over 100 Valle de Guadalupe wineries in business currently, we like to change up which ones we visit. From rustic, boutique family wineries to modern, sophisticated large-scale operations, we always take you to the best and most exciting options for the weekend you choose to visit. We have created an ideal itinerary so you’ll have ample time at each location–after all, the experience is about enjoying yourself, relaxing, and taking in the beautiful scenery, not worrying about the schedule, that’s our job! More time might be spent at particular spots than others.

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All Inclusive Valle De Guadalupe Tour The All Inclusive is for people who don’t wanna worry about a single thing. We take care of everything for you. Your driver, vehicle, tastings, and one gourmet meal are included in your ticket price. This is also a good option for people who are genuinely interested in wine and want to learn and or experience some of the wine making process.

Private Transportation/Tour Just need a driver and vehicle? Coming down to party and want to make sure you have safe and reliable transportation? Or are you looking for a more cost effective tour for your group? The Private Transportation/Tour is the choice for you.

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WINE TOURS AND WINE TASTING IN BAJA CALIFORNIA

One of the most important and fast-growing wine-making areas in the country is located in northern Mexico. The best wine tour is in Valle de Guadalupe, Baja California. The region has been developed for just over 100 years, and it has become an exceptional tourist attraction.

Only 20 km away from Ensenada, the weather in this region is warm Mediterranean, with temperatures from 33°C in August and September to -5°C in January and February, ideal to cultivate grapevines.

Among the Best Wine Tasting in Valle de Guadalupe

With its Italo-Californian architectural design, well-tended gardens surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, the experience begins from the moment you arrive at El Cielo Resort in Valle de Guadalupe, Baja California. Our Boutique offers fine crafts, regional products, items to enhance your wine experience, hats, and El Cielo branded merchandise, among many other products you’ll find in the store.

The experience is complemented by the Latitud 32 Restaurant, known for its Baja-Yucatán culinary fusion. On weekends, you can savor the delights offered by the Smokehouse.

We offer various experiences, including wine tours by cart, golf carts, or bicycles, as well as encounters with Harris’s hawks. There are also tastings and experiences on the terrace or guided tours to learn about the winemaking processes. El Cielo Resort offers a wide and exciting selection of experiences for you to enjoy.

A day at El Cielo Resort and the wine route

Come to El Cielo Resort and live a Tuscan-like experience. Start by having breakfast at our restaurant called Polaris. Then, see Harris’s hawks and what they do in our vineyards along the wine route. Later, our expert sommeliers will teach you about the grapevines and how they are harvested, while you taste our Blancs Calypso wine.

After that, enjoy a tour of our underground wine cellar, where you can taste the wine directly from the barrels. Continue with a self-guided tour around the vineyard in a golf cart. At lunchtime, enjoy a 4-course meal paired with our wines at the terrace of our Latitud 32 restaurant. Finally, take part in a wine tasting with chocolate at our exclusive Wine Club Lounge.

Mondays to Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

This tour is a wagon ride around the vineyards, where the guide explains the process of the grapevines during the year, the history of Valle de Guadalupe and El Cielo winery, one of the best vineyards in Mexico, while you enjoy tasting 3 different wines. An experience for families, friends or couples.

Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Golf cart rental

Take a golf cart tour of the vineyards owned by El Cielo Resort in Valle de Guadalupe with your family or friends and admire the landscapes, our orchard, olives and vines. Rent is for 30 minutes. Valid ID and deposit required, the driver must be an adult.

Mondays – Sundays 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Wine cellar

Enjoy a tour of our vineyards while the guide explains the process that the vines go through during the year, the history of Valle de Guadalupe and El Cielo winery with a tasting of 3 different wines. After that, there is a tasting in the underground wine cellar, where a certified sommelier will guide you through the fermentation tank and barrel areas. Finally, you will taste 5 different El Cielo wines.

Mondays – Sundays 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

BIKE TOUR VALLE DE GUADALUPE

Combine your passion for wine and outdoor activities with a bike adventure in Valle de Guadalupe, Baja California. The rental is for 30 minutes at no additional cost for our guests.

Build your own wine

Assemble your own wine with El Cielo wines and with the help of our expert sommeliers and fermentation team after touring our vineyards and wine cellar, tasting some of our wines during the tour.

Monday to Friday 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Wine tastings

Experience tasting one of the wines of the Champagne winery with the most awards this century. This experience involves a guided tasting of 3 Champagne wines Piper-Heidsieck (Cuvée Brut, Rosé Sauvage and Cuvée sublime) with 4 oz of each wine. Duration: 45 min

Fridays – Sundays 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Wine collection

Enjoy a 6-course meal from our Baja-Yucatán menu in our private wine collection cellar, perfect for marriage proposals and special romantic dinners.

TERRACE WINE TASTINGS

Select one of the 3 different wine tastings that we offer on our terrace. Starting with 3 Astros wines, a selection of 4 Astrónomos wines or 3 G&G wines, all of them explained by our certified Sommelier team, who will guide you individually through this tasting experience, bringing you closer to the world of wine.

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Baja Wine TaSTING

At baja wine tour we make wine tasting in valle de guadalupe, safe, fun, and easy..

Premium wines

We work with the best. Discover boutique family estates and visit renowned producers.

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Savor the flavors of Baja Med cuisine that highlight local ingredients.

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Private baja wine tour.

Our famous  Baja Wine Tour experiences have everything you can think of; reliable roundtrip transportation, three winery visits with tastings included, and even a spectacular dinner, plus much much more.

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Transportation In Valle de guadalupe

Count on our professional chauffeurs to be your designated driver in Valle de Guadalupe!

Celebrate in style aboard a comfortable high occupancy vehicle or getaway in an intimate sedan. Book Daycation Transportation today!

Plan a Visit to Valle de Guadalupe

Our new Valle Concierge Service skillfully creates a custom itinerary that includes three wine tasting appointments and dinner reservations from  just a short conversation with our expert tour operators.

Don’t get turned away or lost in translation,  download your personalized travel guide with driving directions before you go.

What Our customers say

I’ve used a couple different services for wine tours in Valle and this is BY FAR the best!! The service is much more personalized and have the most fun hosts! I also liked that they took me to a few places I had never even heard of before. Highly recommend!!

Missy Betts

I've been on a few of the large tours and recently a private tour and they have always been top notch! The team is very helpful and accommodating and really put your mind at ease in case you're not 100% familiar with experiencing Baja. The tour stops have been different every time, but always make you feel like a VIP. I highly recommend them!

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Video: Inside Mexico's hidden wine country, Valle de Guadalupe

Found just an hour and a half south of San Diego is one of the wine world's most hidden gems: Valle de Guadalupe.

An up-and-coming region in Baja California, Mexico, Valle de Guadalupe has been catching global attention for its wineries, culinary explorations and eye-popping lodgings.

In this video, TPG's Marc Ramos and food and wine concierge Lorena Woods journey to Valle de Guadalupe to uncover the secrets behind its recent acclaim.

Together, they dive deep with local wine and mezcal experts to pair various beverages with Baja's celebrated cuisine and give you a peek inside El Cielo— a lavish resort and winery in the heart of the valley surrounded by glorious mountain ranges, tranquil reservoirs and a landscape of clay-rich soil that helps provide the winery with its diverse range of varietals.

Tune in to see Marc and Lorena uncover the wonders of Mexico's hidden wine country.

Craft Beer & Outdoor

Adventure in tecate, valle de guadalupe, wine tasting private tour.

This tour has it all!! Great for kids and the whole family! Let us take you on a great adventure to the country side of Tecate.

We'll drive for 1 hour among the mountains of Baja, east of Valle de Guadalupe and take you to an amazing private ranch "Rancho Tecate". Once there, a number of different outdoor adventures await you! Try zip lining across the lake, do some hiking and mountain biking, swim or row in a canoe. Full SPA service also available if you just want to disconnect yourself from the world. Get a massage, a facial or hot stone treatment while drinking wine and eating cheese. Lunch is served outdoors so you can enjoy an equestrian show  by the Andalusian and Arabian horses. Lunch includes juice cuts of steak and pork on the grill, lots of organic vegetables and amazing desserts. After the outdoor activities and lunch, we will let you try the best craft beer in the region and do some tequila and mezcal tastings. The whole experience can be done in a day but if you want to take it slow, ask about our “Rancho Tecate” overnight stay package.

This is an all inclusive, all day private tour that begins from San Diego. Minimum of six guests for the tour to run. Kids welcome!!!

Tour Itinerary:

Pick up from San Diego (location to be determined by customer).

Cross the border into Mexico via Tecate/Campo east of San Diego.

Visit the town of Tecate (main plaza, downtown and cerveceria Tecate).

Arrival at "Rancho Tecate" for a full tour of the facilities.

Start outdoor adventures. Your chance to try zip lining, horseback riding, canoe rowing, biking, hiking or whatever makes you tick!!

Lunch outdoors (on the grill with organic vegetables) while enjoying an equestrian show.

Time to do some tastings of mezcal and tequila from Jalisco and craft beer from the region.

Head back home.

Drop off at your location in San Diego.

End of tour

Enjoy an unforgettable all day, all inclusive wine tasting private tour to Valle de Guadalupe. You will be picked up at your location of preference and driven south across the border without having to get out of the transport. Once in Mexico, you will enjoy an easy one hour drive along the Pacific Scenic route towards Ensenada. During whale season you can actually spot a few whales along the way! Sufficient restroom stops if necessary. Once in Ensenada, we’ll go east for ten more minutes into wine country! By 11am you will be enjoying delicious reserve wine from Valle de Guadalupe! You will visit three boutique wineries with wine tastings included, get a tour of the winemaking process and enjoy a delicious BajaMed, five course, lunch at Finca Altozano by famous chef Javier Plascencia. This is a private tour aboard a luxury 6-14 passenger van with air conditioning and reclining seats. Only the people from your party will come along in your transport. No strangers! Plenty of legroom and free bottles of drinking water will be provided to each passenger! You are also welcome to bring your own drinks too (no large ice boxes). Tour Itinerary:

Depart from San Diego (from your address) en route to Ensenada via the Pacific Scenic highway. 10:30 am

Quick five minute stop at "El Mirador" so you can use the restroom, stretch your legs, enjoy the view of Ensenada Bay, take pictures and buy Mexican candy. 11:00 am

Visit to winery #1 for wine tastings and a tour of the wine making process. 12:30 pm

Visit to winery #2 for more delicious wine and complimentary cheese platter for everyone. 2:00 pm

Lunch at Finca Altozano (five course set menu composed of delicious BajaMed recipes by chef Javier Plascencia). 3:30 pm

Visit to third and final winery for more top of the line wine and relaxation. 5:00 pm

Leave the valley and head back to U.S. 7:30 pm

Drop off in San Diego. End of tour.

Custom Tours

For large groups.

At Baja California Wine Tours, we provide customized and flexible private tours for large groups.

You tell us what you want in your Baja California tour, and we’ll make it happen. If you need help creating an itinerary, we can work with you to design an ideal experience.

We provide custom tours for all kinds of events including:

Private wine tours

Corporate events

Team building event

Company Christmas party

Large family reunion

Wedding (all planning and event management)

Bachelor or bachelorette party

Your customized trip can entail two to three destinations in one day or overnight stays in Baja California. Our professional bilingual guides are local and can recommend the best hotels and restaurants to ensure the best experience possible in Baja wine country. We can pick up guests in a variety of locations such as San Diego, Tijuana, Rosarito, Puerto Nuevo, Ensenada or Valle de Guadalupe.

13 Thrilling Things To Do In Ensenada, Mexico

L ocated on the Baja California Peninsula, Ensenada is a bustling port city just 80 miles south of San Diego. It’s regularly frequented by Californians seeking a taste of Mexican culture. 

Ensenada has been drawing in Americans and cruise ship visitors for decades. This is thanks to its incredible marine life, picture-perfect downtown area, live traditional Mexican music, and an array of wineries in Guadalupe Valley .

With so much to see and do here, we’ve put together some highlights to assist in your planning. Read on for the best things to do in Ensenada, Mexico.

My husband Greg and I love going down to Ensenada, either as a quick day trip or for a weekend getawa y. Just about 1.5 hours away from San Diego, yet you feel like you are a world away. Perfect for a little mini-vacation.

Top Things To Do In Ensenada, Mexico

Explore the shops along avenida lopez mateos.

An absolute must-see, and a wonderful place to kick start your journey, is Avenida Lopez Mateos.

Avenida Lopez Mateos is a charming street in the downtown Ensenada area. It’s brimming with quaint shops selling art, jewelry, and unique trinkets.

Spend an afternoon strolling this famous street, enjoying fresh seafood al fresco, and recharging with a coffee. All while soaking up traditional live music. 

Treat Yourself To Some Amazing Food

While rambling down Avenida Lopez Mateos, you might stumble upon the iconic La Guerrerense food cart .

Serving up mouth-watering tostadas made with fresh local fish, La Guerrerense is a family affair. The food cart began in the 1960s and has won many awards over the years.

This small street food stall has become one of the most sought-after places to eat in Ensenada.

Their most famous dish is the sea urchin ceviche and clam tostada, yum!

Unsurprisingly, the delicious seafood is the star of the show in this coastal destination. A trip to Baja California would not be complete without trying Baja fish tacos.

These fried fish delights are found throughout the city and will keep you returning for more and more after your first sample. 

While the Ensenada sights are a big draw to the area, it’s the food that keeps people coming back.

Sip On Fine Wines At Guadalupe Valley

With almost 90% of Mexico’s wine coming from this region, you best believe Guadalupe Valley is a wine-lovers paradise.

Over 120 wineries can be found here, the only hard part is narrowing down which of the many vineyards to visit. 

Also Read: Best Wineries in Guadalupe Valley Best Hotels in Valle de Guadalupe

We’ve rounded up some of the area’s finest Guadalupe wine-tasting tours below:

Guadalupe Valley Wine Route Tour In Baja California: Visit Baja California’s oldest winery as part of this tour, along with three other wineries. Along the way you’ll learn all about the wine-making process and sample some of the products, if you wish. This tour also includes a stop at the Wine Museum of Baja California.

Valle de Guadalupe Wine Tasting Tour: Roam around four acclaimed wineries with an experienced and knowledgeable guide. One of the vineyards you’ll visit has been in business for 90 years!

Xecue Wine Tasting In The Guadalupe Valley: If you prefer to spend time sipping a variety of wines while relaxing, this tour is for you. Learn about and sample five different wines with a beautiful vineyard as your backdrop.

Check Out La Bufadora

While in Ensenada, be sure to visit La Bufadora Blowhole. You can read our full guide on how to plan a visit to La Bufadora here.

This famous spectacle is one of Ensenada’s most famous attractions and is located just 25 minutes from downtown.

Thought to be the second largest among marine geysers in the world, visitors have been flocking to La Bufadora to witness water shoot up over 100 feet into the air for years. Let us tell you, it’s a wonderful thing to witness. 

Check out some of the fantastic La Bufadora tours below:

La Bufadora Tour In Baja California: Spend a few hours exploring La Bufadora and shopping for crafts at a local market with this 4 hour guided tour. You’ll also stop by a hotel where the world-famous margarita cocktail was invented!

Scenic La Bufadora, Flea Shopping, And Tequila Private Tour: For those seeking a little more privacy and flexibility during their visit, this private tour is for you. It requires at least four people and can be customized to add in extra stops.

Las Canadas Ecopark And La Bufadora Private Tour: If you’re looking to get the most out of your visit to La Bufadora, you’ll enjoy this private tour. The tour includes a few hours at the Las Canadas Ecopark, where you can take in stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. Even partake in zip lining if you wish.

Go Horseback Riding On The Beach

Head to the seaside and enjoy an afternoon of horseback riding along one of the area’s many gorgeous beaches.

This is one of the most popular things to do in Ensenada, and a must on many visitors’ to-do lists. 

Some great tours include:

Authentic Horseback Riding Experience in Beautiful La Mision: All experience levels are welcome on this scenic adventure. Tours start and finish at a local ranch where you can also visit dogs, donkeys, goats, and sheep. Photos and videos of your experience are included in the package.

Ensenada Shore Excursion: Blowhole And La Bufadora Tour With Horseback Riding: If you’re short on time during your stay in Ensenada, this tour combining La Bufadora and horseback riding will be perfect. Ride along Playa La Loya before hitting the local market and the famous blowhole.

Private Horseback And La Bufadora Shore Excursion: Those who prefer a quieter tour will love this 4-5 hour adventure. It combines horseback riding on a tranquil beach and a visit to La Bufadora. The nature of this tour also allows for some flexibility and additional stops.

Visit Museo De Historia

Learn about Baja California’s interesting history with a stop at the Museo De Historia. Explore the museum’s many exhibits across seven rooms, with displays containing information about the local Indigenous people and how the city has evolved over the years.

Be sure to pick up a booklet on your way in. This will provide English translations of the display information. 

Museo De Historia is pretty small in size. A tour usually takes around an hour, depending how fast you soak up the information. Of course, you can stay around for as long as you like.

Chill Out At Parque De La Bandera

No trip to Ensenada would be complete without a visit to the Parque De La Bandera.

The name actually translates to Flag Park , thanks to its huge, Instagram-famous Mexican flag. The flag is so large, it can be seen flying high from many parts of the city. 

One of the most popular things to do at the park is to enjoy the dramatic fountains.

This is where you can find an exciting light and water show around nighttime. The show usually starts at 8:00 pm, and is definitely worth checking out during your visit.

Pay A Visit To The Caracol Museo De Ciencias

Caracol Museo De Ciencias is another favorite among families visiting Ensenada. The museum was constructed to resemble a massive ship and is, not surprisingly, situated near the harbor. 

At Caracol Museo De Ciencias, you’ll learn all about Baja’s wildlife. Visitors can explore the fascinating observatory, understand how climate change is affecting the planet, and read about dinosaur fossils found in the area.

One of our favorite parts was the earthquake simulator. Here you can experience what an earthquake feels like in the museum’s unique simulator! 

Stroll Along The Malecon

If you plan to explore Parque De La Bandera, be sure to visit the park’s gorgeous boardwalk, called the Malecon. 

The Malecon is one of Ensenada’s best-loved spots for both locals and tourists. It’s a great place to soak up the Baja sunshine, sample delicious Mexican cuisine, and sip on a refreshing local beer or margarita. 

Keep an eye out for the famous golden busts of three key figures from Mexico’s rich history: Benito Juarez, Miguel Hidalgo, and Venustiano Carranza.

Go Deep Sea Fishing

One thing you have to do while in Ensenada is hit the waters for some deep-sea fishing. Whether you’re a professional or a novice, you’ll have an absolute blast.

Join your captain to go fishing for various fish species like barracudas, white sea bass, yellowtail, rock cod, and many others.

With some luck, you may also spot dolphins, seals, or even sea lions.

Below are some popular tours in the area:

Carnival Deep Sea Fishing: Suitable for anyone over the age of eight, this fun expedition takes you far out to sea for a whole five hours. The captain will take you to areas with the best chance of finding your catch. Snacks are included with each booking, and you’ll be in the company of professionals who know the open Pacific Ocean better than anyone else.

Sergio’s Sportfishing Centre: There are a couple tour options you can pick from at Sergio’s Sportfishing Centre. These include private excursions and open tours, plus the hugely popular whale-watching boat rides, for those visiting from December to April.

Pila’s Sportfishing: Offering a variety of chartered boat options, you’ll have plenty of choices for a fun deep-sea fishing adventure. Whether it’s a relaxing afternoon, or a party out at sea, tailor your journey based on your group’s interests.

Visit Las Cañadas Park

An essential for thrill-seekers visiting Baja Norte, ziplining at Las Canadas Park is the perfect activity for anyone seeking an adrenaline kick. As you fly high through the skies, take in incredible views of lush forests and majestic mountains. At Las Cañadas, you can also go horseback riding, ATV-tours, and enjoy a water park. The best part? You can camp there as well (or rent a cabin or even a tipi). Such a fun place for the whole family to have an incredible time!

See some of the fantastic tours available below:

Las Canadas Canopy Tour In Ensenada: Jump across five hanging bridges and catch some air time on this exciting 1 hour experience. Meet your guide and group at the park, around 30 minutes from downtown.

Las Canadas Eco Park And La Bufadora Private Tour: Ideal for a family day out, this private tour will allow you to explore Las Canadas Park and La Bufadora in one day.

Take In Some Views On A Hike

Ensenada is blessed with picturesque hiking routes, and options for all fitness levels, interests, and timeframes. 

Some of fantastic hiking routes include:

Cascada El Salto: At just over 2 miles roundtrip, this hike takes less than an hour to complete. The exciting hike will lead you through a beautiful canyon and waterfall.

Punta Brava: A short, but moderately challenging route, this hiking trail takes you out to the Pacific Ocean. Here you’ll be treated to some of the most breathtaking seascapes you’ve ever seen. Don’t forget your swimsuit if you fancy a splash in the water.

Valle De Guadalupe Aguas Termales Y Ruinas: This popular route is just under 4 miles round trip and a fairly easy route. Stops throughout include hot springs and water ponds.

Mezcal And Tequila Tasting Tour

When in Mexico, do as the Mexicans do and enjoy the famous mezcal and tequila.

You’ll find a huge selection of these beverages in bars and restaurants throughout Ensenada, but the best way to sample is through a tasting tour.

Learn all about Mexico’s most famous spirits while sampling some for yourself. It’s probably best you leave the car at your hotel for the day.

If you’re a tequila-lover wondering what to do in Ensenada, this should definitely be a consideration.

Below is a popular tequila tasting tour in Ensenada:

Mezcal, Tequila, And Ceviches Guided Tasting Tour: Taste three mezcals and three tequilas as part of this tour. Come knowing nothing and leave an expert; that’s what it’s all about.

Go Off-Road On An ATV Adventure

Get off the beaten path and explore Ensenada’s countryside on an exhilarating ATV tour.

Many of these tours explore the Guadalupe Valley area, where you can combine off-road travels with a winery visit (no driving after). 

See some of the exciting tours available below:

ATV Off-Road Adventure Through Valle De Guadalupe And Winery Visit: Drive through scenic landscapes and vineyards on this tour. Followed by a stop at one of the area’s fabulous wineries.

Off-Road Tour Experience Plus Winery Visit: Explore Baja California’s wine country and its incredible views, while stopping at two wineries for some yummy tastings.

Sunset Off-Road Experience: Take ATVs up to a mesmerizing viewpoint, and soak up the jaw-dropping vistas as the sun goes down, on this evening adventure.

Spend The Day At Canon De Dona Petra Ecological Park

Canon De Dona Petra Ecological Park is hugely popular with avid hikers. Not to mention visitors hoping to switch off and relax during their time in Ensenada.

Take on rewarding trails, photograph unbelievable landscapes, go mountain biking, and come in contact with various forms of nature. That’s what Canon De Dona Petra Ecological Park is all about.

That wraps up our list of top things to do in Ensenada, Mexico. No wonder this has been a hot spot for Californians seeking a quick weekend away, without going too far.

There’s nothing hold you back, it’s time to embark on your Mexican adventure just south of the border.

Last Updated on February 27, 2024 by Maria Haase

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