Top Guanajuato Outdoor Activities

A private ATV tour through Guanajuato’s historic mines offers a unique and exciting way to explore the city’s rich mining heritage. Ride your own ATV along scenic routes, visit some of the most important mines, and even enter a real mine for an authentic underground experience. Led by knowledgeable guides, this experience combines history, culture, and adventure, making it a memorable way to discover Guanajuato. -- Important: The price shown is per person, and each ATV can accommodate up to 2 people. The number of ATVs assigned will depend on the total number of travelers in your booking. Examples: 1 people booked → 1 ATV 2 people booked → 1 ATV 3 people booked → 2 ATVs 4 people booked → 2 ATVs 5 people booked → 3 ATVs 6 people booked → 4 ATVs If you need each person to have their own motorcycle, book for twice the number of people.

Cross La Virgen river and explore Coyote Canyon during this half-day guided horseback riding tour from San Miguel de Allende. Admire the stunning cliffs, stop for a hike and relax along the river. Clop along at a steady pace, or enjoy opportunities to gallop amid this beautiful scenery. Upgrade to soak any sore muscles at a nearby hot springs, or pump up your adrenaline with a 120-foot rappel off a cliff. After your adventure, return to the ranch and settle in for a hearty, organic lunch of Mexican cuisine.

Presa de la Purísima is a popular tourist destination in Guanajuato due to its natural beauty and recreational activities. The area around the dam has hiking and mountain biking trails, picnic areas, and camping sites. Presa de la Purísima is an ideal place for those who want to enjoy nature and outdoor activities, the dam offers panoramic views of its surroundings, making it a popular spot for photography and enjoying the scenery. Some people also visit the dam to enjoy water sports such as kayaking and water skiing. A Kayak tour to the sunken temple is perfect to liven up a normal day in Guanajuato and get out of the routine.

Delve into the mystical waters of Tolantongo on a small-group excursion from San Miguel de Allende. Relax in enchanting thermal pools, float down the warm river, and take a guided tour of the waterfalls and caves–or opt to go ziplining for unique views of Tolantongo (own expense). Avoid the hassle of planning with this package that includes a buffet breakfast, snacks, hotel transfers, and amenities for the springs.

Get an inside look at what it takes to uncover ancient ruins by visiting Cañada de La Virgen on an archaeologist-led tour. Your guide took part in the site’s 2004 excavation, giving him a unique insight into the relatively-recently uncovered Mesoamerican complex. As you tour the site he can share details you can’t discover on your own and would likely miss on a different guided tour.

Experience the romance of a sunset horseback ride through San Miguel de Allende on an amorous tour of the colonial town. Admire the quaint tableau of 450-year-old architecture as you explore San Miguel de Allende at a relaxed canter. Ride through the botanical beauty of Benito Juárez Park and watch a beautiful sunset from a panoramic viewpoint.

Our rides begin with transportation out of Guanajuato into the mountains surrounding the town of Cubilete (close to famous Cristo Ray). Ride with us through the mountains and take in incredible panoramic views while learning about the culture and history of the area. The rides include an incredible home cooked Mexican meal traditional to the area, and talented tour guides who sing charro and ranchero music throughout your horse ride.

Venture away from the city and explore the remote archaeological ruins of Cañada de la Virgen on a private tour. Join your guide, a professor who is an expert on the area, for a tour of the 6th-century ruins. Hike around the complex to gain insight into how it was used as a ceremonial and pilgrimage center as well as an astronomical observatory area.

Experience the rugged terrains and stunning landscapes of San Miguel de Allende on horseback during this exciting excursion. Alongside a private guide, enjoy a relaxing ride through the high plateau, which is adjacent to the Cañada de la Virgen archaeological site. After your tour, sit down to an authentic ranch meal served with a cold drink.

Our mission is to ensure that every tourist has memorable experiences and that each trip takes them back in time, learning about the history, legend, traditions, customs and gastronomy of the place they visit. The purpose of our operating agency is to provide security to the traveling tourist who hires our services, to ensure that they meet the necessary requirements and that they have the service of qualified personnel that allows us to guarantee total customer satisfaction. With us you will find all the necessary information for your trip. Within this tour you will always be accompanied by the tour guide assigned to your tour. With this guide you can ask any questions during the tour and you can also ask for help if you want to buy a souvenir.

Walking through the historic district of San Miguel de Allende is a great way to discover this town’s beautiful hidden enclaves and must-see attractions alike. This private San Miguel walking tour introduces you to the city’s charms with unparalleled personal attention. Chat with your guide about everyday life in the city and ask unlimited questions as you head to top sights such as the central square, important churches, and historical monuments.

Meet Guanajuato in ATV. Only we take you to where no one else takes you. You will meet the old mining towns that were hidden among the mountains that surround the city. Enjoy an incredible adventure knowing the alleys and tunnels, the underground street, the monument to Pípila, the viewpoint of the Rayas mine. the panoramic road that surrounds the city over the hills, the viewpoint of the hill of Las Comadres, the Monte de San Nicolas, La Fragua, the Sierra de Santa Rosa de Lima, the dam of Mata, Valenciana, among many other places that They will surprise you. Join us, you drive!

We will visit the most relevant places and while we arrive at each of the destinations we will observe such beautiful landscapes. We will start at the crystal viewpoint, there we will contemplate the impressive forested mountains and we will enter a cave. We will make a stop at the gate of heaven and we will be in the highest part of Querétaro, with 3200 meters above sea level, and we will take the traditional photo of the sky. We will enter Pinal de Amoles, the newly named Pueblo Mágico, and we will look at the beautiful crystalline waters of the Escanelilla River and at the end of the river we will be able to look and take a dip in pure water. We will then visit the El Chuveje waterfall where you will see one of the great waterfalls of the destination, there you will be able to observe a lot of wild flora and fauna such as pigs in the open air. The transfer is included in the duration of the tour (2.5 hours one way and 2.5 hours return) Tour between mountains. *On Wednesdays the glass viewing platform is closed. This will be changed for another activity*

Soak in the famed hot springs of Grutas Tolantango on a full-day tour from Queretaro that brings the natural pools within easy day-tripping distance. An early departure time and provided transport make all the difference—otherwise, it’s not easy to get the full Tolantango experience without spending the night. To make the day totally hassle-free, this outing has everything you need, from breakfast and lunch to a backpacked stocked with a towel, water, headlamp, and more.

The pyramids of Cañada de la Virgen are a fascinating archaeological site. Built nearly 1,500 years ago by an indigenous culture, they are believed to have served both as a ceremonial center and as a place to observe and measure time. On this tour, we will drive about 30 minutes to get there, then get on a bus that will take us close to the pyramids, followed by a walk of just over half a mile to reach the site. Once inside, we will explore the three pyramids that stand there, learning about their history and significance. Afterward, we will return to the bus. On the way back to San Miguel, we can stop at one of the local wineries to enjoy lunch before concluding our journey.

Dive headfirst into San Miguel de Allende’s foodie scene as you visit not one but five of the city’s top restaurants on this tasting tour. With a food-loving guide on hand to explain each dish to you, learn about traditional ingredients and chat with local chefs as you sample jicama shrimp tacos, chile en nogada, and other tasty bites.

Enjoy an incredible adventure conquering the hills that naturally protect the city of Guanajuato. Live an incredible experience from the top of Cerro de la Bufa The flora and fauna of the place frame the experience with incredible landscapes. At all times, a guide will accompany you to enjoy your adventure to the fullest.

Ideal for those who wish to combine culture and cuisine, this small-group taco and tequila tour of San Miguel de Allende promises an enriching cultural experience. In the company of an expert guide, taste Mexican culinary classics at five locations and sample four innovative cocktails. Sip a jalapeño margarita, feast on a gourmet beef taco, and enrich your knowledge of Mexican food culture along the way.

Enjoy an activity-packed day trip from San Miguel de Allende where you ride horses in the countryside and visit the nearby hot springs. Jump from a scenic trail ride in Ejido de Boca de la Canada to a leisurely swim in thermal pools and grottos at La Gruta or Escondido. Your tour includes lunch at an authentic Mexican ranch, and entrance fees.

Discover the wonders of San Miguel de Allende cuisine, without the language barrier, on this walking tour. Soak up rich culinary history and traditions as sample delicious churros, chocolate, mole, ceviche and more. Admire the city’s Spanish baroque architecture and learn about the local history along the way.

Avoid the hassles of driving in an unknown place or the inconvenience of public transportation with this private transfer between Guanajuato and San Miguel de Allende. Save time for more important vacation activities. Travel with confidence knowing you are in good hands with a trained driver.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Calderones, in the Guanajuato Hills, on a thrilling horseback ride. This adventure is perfect for nature and animal lovers. Convenient round-trip transportation is provided from Guanajuato to the ranch, where expert guides will give a brief orientation and provide all the necessary equipment. Along the ride, enjoy stunning panoramic views of Guanajuato and the surrounding valleys, while learning about the area's history and ecology from your knowledgeable guides. At the end of the adventure, we will return to Guanajuato City.

Enjoy an incredible adventure descending from the top of the Sierra de Santa Rosa de Lima 25 kms to the center of the city, passing through the Mount of San Nicolas, the dam of Mata, the alleys, the tunnels, the underground street, the Panoramic road that surrounds the city over the hills, among many other places that will surprise you. The flora and fauna of the place frame the experience with incredible landscapes. At all times, a guide will accompany you to enjoy your adventure to the fullest.