Top San Miguel de Allende Outdoor Activities

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.

Rancho Xotolar is a working ranch that has been in the Morin Ruiz family for over four generations. We are located in the high plateau 18 km from the center of SMA in a rural and pristine environment untouched by modernization. Our land is situated adjoining the newly opened archaeological site of Cañada de la Virgen, a pre-Columbian construction of pyramids and other architectural structures of the central basin of the Laja river that is attributed to tolteca-chichimecas groups of central Mexico. Here our guests can experience the true cultural life that is Mexico. You will enjoy the wide open spaces, not like a tourist, but as a member of the Morín Family. You will ride through spectacular countryside with breathtaking views and stunning landscapes guided by Thomás and Felix Morín who will share their vast knowledge and skills while keeping your safety in mind. After your ride, enjoy an authentic ranch “comida” of delicious, freshly prepared specialties along with a cold “cerveza”.

Experience the romance of a sunset horseback ride through San Miguel de Allende on an amorous 2-hour 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; toast your magical evening in an atmospheric Mexican ‘cantina’; and listen to a moving serenade performed by ‘mariachis’ before settling down to candlelit dinner inspired by Mexican culinary classics.

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.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of Cañada de la Virgen on a full-day tour of the archeological site from San Miguel de Allende. Alongside an expert guide, embark on a guided tour of the archaic complex and gain fascinating insight into the culture of the Otomi people and the Bajio region. Explore the site of Cañada de la Virgen at a leisurely pace and marvel at a colossal temple and archaic ruins that date back to 1050 AD. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from San Miguel de Allende on this tour as well as an included lunch.

This tour provides round-trip transportation from downtown Queretaro and visits the state of Guanajuato for a canyoning adventure in Paso de Vaqueros. You'll spend the day in a scenic canyon riding natural water slides, leaping into 26-foot (8-meter) pits, and rappelling 65 feet (20 meters) into the waterfalls. Snacks, safety gear, and insurance are all included in the price of your tour.

Take this private tour led by professor Jesus Rodriguez a certified bilingual tour guide and expert in the site, tours on small groups, you´ll walk four miles on the site.

Capture the adventurous spirit of a Mexican ranch on a full-day horseback riding tour from San Miguel de Allende. Travel through the distinctive countryside in a comfortable, air-conditioned car to a traditional Mexican ranch and greet your courteous hosts. Grasp the opportunity of milking cows; help to make fresh cheese quesadillas; and chase chickens and pigs in order to pen the animals. Feast upon a meal cooked on a campfire and then climb onto a powerful horse to explore the dramatic landscapes of Coyote Canyon. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from San Miguel de Allende.

We will create a true camping experience for you! Every trip we make is different, we will hear you and plan a trip according to your expectations, We are experts in planning camping trips (Backcountry and drive to camp experiences) also we will complete your adventure with a hiking or climbing activities,

Knowing where to go for authentic insight into the iconic Day of the Dead festival can be tricky. Explore San Miguel with a guide to gain a deeper understanding of the holiday, and wander through the town’s decorated streets, altars, and cemeteries for an intimate glimpse into traditional Mexican culture.

A unique opportunity to get to know the highest mountain in the state of Queretaro on horseback, to be able to observe deer and flying squirrels in their natural environment, in addition to camping in a unique place in the world.

Será una experiencia inolvidable, llegaremos al lugar de campamento donde nos cambiaremos a nuestra ropa para poder realizar la caminata sobre el río (Nos mojamos) Recorreremos por unas 3 horas por el río donde podremos observar biznagas con cientos de años de antigüedad, paisajes increíbles de las montañas y podremos ver la enormidad del cañon del paraiso. Por la noche podremos acampar en unas cuevas hechas en las paredes de la montaña, una experiencia unica que nunca olvidaras

Enhance your experience of San Miguel de Allende’s dramatic canyon on a 2-day horseback riding adventure. Travel through the Mexican countryside to a traditional ranch and greet your courteous hosts. Try your hand at milking, cheese making, and cattle herding and explore the spectacular landscape of the surrounding canyon on horseback. Feast on authentic Mexican meals cooked by campfire, toasting marshmallows and sipping ice cold beer before retiring to bed in a comfortable tent. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from San Miguel de Allende on this enriching excursion.

Experience the picturesque Tixhiñú waterfalls on a fun and affordable, full-day rappelling adventure. After a convenient pickup (select hotels only), head to the falls and abseil through the rushing water and into a lush valley. Then, abseil down a second waterfall, visit the indigenous Otomi villages of San Ildefonso or Aculco, shop for crafts, and enjoy a traditional lunch.

Traveling through Mexican communities is an opportunity to discover the heart of our country, the richness of our traditions and gastronomy, and the soul of our culture. This adventure day will take you through a scenic bike ride, as well as visiting a cave full of stalactites, stalagmites and columns; and also having a beautiful encounter with the local people learning about their history, ways of life and how they protect their natural heritage. You will enjoy a home-cooked and wood-fired meal while you share stories with our hosts.

Ride horseback into the wilds and sleep under the stars with this excursion. Guides lead the sunset trail ride to the camping site, where a delicious BBQ supper will be waiting for you. Your guides will have set up the tents, so all you have to do is enjoy the roaring bonfire. After a ranch-style breakfast, gallop through open meadows and over rivers on your way back to the ranch.

This is a unique experience to live the true camping experience in the biosphere reserve of Querétaro. Spectacular views, unique and not-so-tourist places (Accompanied by our guides to help you make this experience unforgettable) We take care of everything related to the camp, meals, guides, equipment, tents, hammocks;) photography and first help, you just have to worry about relaxing and enjoying.

Venture deep into the Sierra Gorda biosphere, getting an unparalleled immersion into Mexico’s most stunning landscapes. During this multi-day, adventure-filled stay, you’ll explore hidden corners of the lush mountain paradise at an adrenaline-pumping pace: raft in crystal-clear water, hike past caves and waterfalls, and hop a donkey for an unforgettable journey into the Mexican natural reserve. Round-trip transportation from Santiago de Querétaro is included, plus entrance fees and drinks.

For those adventurous people who enjoy mountain biking, a swim or cool off in pure water rivers and explore the local gastronomy of Queretaro, this is the trip you've been looking for. We will enjoy the natural beauties that hide the landscapes of the Sierra Gorda of Querétaro. We will ride along trails between mountains and canyons of the semiarid region which will amaze you with their magnificent sceneries. We will be able to refresh ourselves or swim in its crystal clear rivers and walk next to rock formations of more than 165 feet high. We will finish our circuit enjoying a well-deserved local meal with typical regional dishes and refreshing drinks that will delight your mouth. Our trip will take 2 hours between Queretaro and our destination point. We have three route options. Basic: 6 miles with 196 feet of elevation gain. Intermediate: 7.5 miles with an elevation gain of 328 feet. Advanced: 12 miles with an elevation gain of 2950 feet.

Get your thrills on the bungee-jumping excursion from Querétaro. After an optional hotel pickup, head to the “pueblo magico” of Huichapan for breakfast, then travel to Puente de Fierro de Tasquillo—an elegant bridge in the state of Hidalgo. Get properly outfitted with specialized gear and leap from the edge. Stop by Las Cazuelas restaurant for a delicious lunch before returning to Querétaro.

IMPORTANT: THE DEPARTURE IS WITH TWO PEOPLE MINIMUM. The entire tour is accompanied by a certified tour guide.

We will start our tour in San Miguel de Allende, and after a 30 minutes trip we'll get to Canada de la Virgen. There, we'll be taken by a small bus close to the pyramids, then we walk 1 kilometer (3,300 feet) to get there. The tour in the pyramids is walking and has a duration of two hours, including the bus shuttle. When we finish the tour, we walk back to the bus that will take us to our vehicle. We'll go to Rossana's place to have lunch made with local ingredients that have been used by the natives for hundreds of years, plus handmade tortillas and food made by local people who know how to mix all these ingredients to make a delicious meal. At the restaurant there is a small museum exhibiting photos, where we can have a better understanding about the relation between the pyramids in Canada de la Virgen with the sun and the moon. After lunch we head back to San Miguel de Allende to see the highlights of the city in a 2 hours tour.