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  1. The Classic Baja California Road Trip: 10-Day Itinerary

    Day 2: Cataviña. Distance: 227 miles (5 hours 30 minutes) from Ensenada to Cataviña. Cirios, giant Cardon cactuses, boulders and incredible night skies await you in Cataviña - a popular half-way stop in Baja's central desert. Take a 15-minute hike to see the pre-hispanic rock art off highway 1.

  2. Drive to Baja California: The Ultimate Road Trip Guide

    Narrow roads, in addition to traffic and bad drivers, can make driving in Baja, California difficult. When traveling on narrow roads, be extra cautious and keep a safe distance away from other cars. When making your traveling plans, always plan for extra time when navigating narrow roads. 5. Be Aware of Winding Roads.

  3. The ultimate Baja California road trip guide

    Baja California evokes a rugged, wild west kind of adventure. Stretching some 760 miles south from the US border, this Mexican peninsula is a land of compelling contrasts — a dry, mostly desert geography with hidden enclaves of lush vineyards, jagged mountains and solemn cactus forests bordered by crystalline waters and wide sandy beaches.

  4. The Ultimate Baja Road Trip: Insider Tips, Tricks, and Must-Knows

    A few might have a shower, but that shouldn't be expected. I recommend bringing your own toilet on your Baja California road trip. Van lifers typically simply bring a bucket, plastic bags and some cat litter for handling #2. When you're done camping, throw the bag into the garbage bin on your way out.

  5. Baja California road trip: this must be the most beautiful drive in

    San Felipe. 🚘 Tecate to Mexicali: 135 KM (83 miles) 📍 Mexicali, Baja California Mexico. Really really beautiful coastline and is my favorite drive on this Baja road trip! San Felipe is a charming town perfect for those who crave a laid-back vacation filled with sun, sand, and sea.

  6. Your Ultimate Baja California Road Trip Guide

    You can read more about taking the bus within Baja California in my related post about La Paz. End to end, from Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas by bus, the journey takes about 24 hours and costs around $100, one-way. There are at least two buses each day and you can find the schedule and prices here.

  7. Baja California Road Trip: Your Perfect Itinerary

    Day 1: Arrive at San Jose Del Cabo International Airport. If you are starting your Baja California road trip from the south, begin your trip in Cabo San Lucas, the main tourist hub of the region. When you arrive in Cabo, you can rent your car near San Jose Del Cabo Airport and spend a couple of days in the area.

  8. Ultimate Baja California Road Trip

    It is about an hour south of San Felipe and can be done as a day trip from San Felipe or as an overnight destination as well. 500 pesos per car for day pass to hot springs (about $30 USD) 600 pesos per car for hot springs access + camping. palapa camping next to a sandy beach. bathroom is available short walk away.

  9. How To Prepare for a Baja California, Mexico Road Trip

    The best time to do a Baja road trip is between November and March. The highs range between 70s-80s with lows in the 60s, and combined with the ocean breeze, it's close-to-perfect weather. It starts to heat up in April, but as long as you are near the water, it doesn't start to get uncomfortably hot for camping until May.

  10. An Epic 10-Day Baja Road Trip Itinerary

    Experience the diverse beauty and rich cultural heritage of Baja California on this unforgettable 10-day road trip itinerary. Join us as we take you on a journey from coast to desert, highlighting the must-see destinations and attractions along the way. Keep an eye on your gas tank… you don't want to run out of fuel. Photo by Dalton Johnson.

  11. The Perfect Beachy Baja California Road Trip Itinerary

    While the Baja 1000, first started in 1967, may have sparked the interest in driving the massive 760-mile-long state, you no longer have to be a rally racer to experience the magic of the region in the form of a road trip, thanks to a Seattle-based company called Peace Vans . Horseback riding on Cerritos beach.

  12. A First Timer's Road Trip Guide for Driving to Baja, Mexico

    Of course, since a road trip to Baja California requires crossing the border and entering a different country, there are some special preparations you need to make, and things you need to know before you go, in order to make your the adventure as seamless as possible. ... Declare What You Bought in Baja: Like traveling through an airport, you ...

  13. The Ultimate Road Trip || Baja California, Mexico

    At the end of 2021, we decided to rent a car in Tijuana and drive the whole Baja Califonia peninsula. It took 4000 kilometres and 19 days to travel through t...

  14. Baja California Road Trip: An Unforgettable 2-Week Itinerary

    Here is the short version of my 14-day itinerary in Baja California Sur. Day 1 - Arrival, car pick up, and drive to Santiago in the Sierra de la Laguna. Day 2 - Hiking in the Sierra de la Laguna and drive to Cabo Pulmo. Day 3 - Snorkeling in Cabo Pulmo (and whale watching)

  15. The Ultimate Guide to Your Baja California Road Trip

    Taking a road trip through Baja California in a van gives you a level of freedom that you can't experience any other way. Peace Vans offers adventure vans out of La Paz from November through April each year. You'll take a self-guided tour on our professionally curated itinerary, which passes through deserts, mountains, and stunning ...

  16. The best Baja road trip: A drive down Highway 1 in Mexico

    No, just an epic Baja road trip. Mexican Highway 1 hugs the Baja peninsula coast near Playa del Burro on Bahía de Concepción. The road ahead stretches 1,063 miles, beginning at the Mexican ...

  17. How to do a road trip through Baja California, Mexico

    Stop 5: Surf's up. As you motor north along the Pacific Coast, the setting morphs from bustling to bucolic, giving a sense of local life in Baja California Sur. In El Pescadero, the annual Chili ...

  18. Your Complete Guide To an Epic Baja Peninsula Road Trip

    Newer, beachier, and with a more laid-back vibe. Surrounded by fellow road trippers, safety won't be a concern on a Baja peninsula road trip. Best Time to Visit Baja . Spoiler: It's not Summer. Baja summers are sweltering. The air is sticky and humid with daytime temps reaching 110 degrees (F) and nighttime lows barely creeping down to 90 ...

  19. DIY Baja California Road Trip: 64 Tips to Create Your Own Baja

    Road Tripping Beyond Cataviña. Grey Whale Watching on a Baja Road Trip. Highway 5 to Mexicali (250 miles, 6 hours) San Ignacio to Loreto (167 miles, 3 1/2 hours) Loreto to La Paz (220 miles, 4 hours) La Paz to Cabo San Lucas (100 miles, 2 hours) Baja Camping. Airports in Baja California. Road Trip Travel Tips.

  20. Baja California Road Trip on a Budget

    Baja California Road Trip Budget Breakdown. Naturally, your finances will dictate the framework of your trip. Our budget is $15 each per day, so keep this in mind as a benchmark for what follows. Even if your Baja California trip involves hitchhiking and backpacking our trip tips are just what you need.

  21. A Five-Day Road Trip Through Central Baja's Artsy Towns and Pristine

    Day 5. To truly appreciate Baja's diverse landscape, drive about 40 minutes inland to Rancho Ecológico Sol de Mayo, in the town of Santiago. The ranch owners will prepare a breakfast of eggs and ...

  22. Exploring Northern Baja: Road Trip through Baja Norte

    Day 2: Rosarito to Ensenada. Start your Baja road trip by walking on the beach. This is always a good idea, particularly since this itinerary has a fair amount of time inland. After the beach, explore the town a bit, including tequila tasting and looking for the perfect tin framed mirror to bring home.

  23. The Perfect 2024 Baja California Sur Road Trip Itinerary

    Road trip itinerary. When planning your Baja Sur road trip, you have two options in terms of the route: 1. Do a round trip, renting and returning a car from the same place. SJD (Los Cabos International Airport) is the best place for this, and you will fly in and out of this airport. 2.