Baja Tours
Ride Baja with the Experts
Your Baja adventure starts here
With 37 years of experience, Chris Haines Motorcycle Adventure Company has built a reputation as one of the leaders in Baja motorcycle adventures.
Choose from our 7-, 5-, or 4-day Baja tours and experience an unforgettable ride through one of the most legendary off-road destinations in the world. Our expert guides will not only lead the way but also share valuable tips to help you improve your riding skills on Baja’s unique terrain.
Looking for a more personalized adventure? We also offer private tours for groups of 6 or more riders. You choose the dates and the route, and we’ll create a custom Baja experience just for your group.
About Baja
The Baja California Peninsula stretches southward from the U.S. border for nearly 800 miles. The deep blue Pacific Ocean surrounds it on the west and the emerald green waters of the Gulf of California on the east.
Along Baja’s 2,000+ miles of coast are deserted coves with pristine beaches and picturesque fishing villages. At the southern tip of Baja, at Cabo San Lucas, the Pacific and the Gulf of California meet. Rugged mountains go down the spine of the peninsula, creating some of the most ruggedly beautiful riding spots in the world.
The Baja climate varies from the cool climate similar to Southern California in the northwest, semi-arid mountainous regions in the interior, and semi-tropical areas along the southeastern coast. Baja is geographically isolated from the rest of Mexico, which graces the area with unique varieties of plants found no place else on earth.
The giant cordón cacti, cirio, and date palms that the Jesuits planted in the 17th century and the mangrove thickets are just a few of the varieties found in Baja. The temperature can vary from summer highs topping 100°F to balmy winter temperatures in the seventies and eighties.
The ideal time to travel in Baja is from late September to mid-June.
What To Pack
All you’ll need are a couple of fresh changes of clothes, lighter weight in Summer and heavier in Winter. Toiletries and any personal medications that you may require need to be packed as well. Also recommended: a flashlight, a camera, sunscreen, sunglasses, a bathing suit and sandals. Bring a canteen or camelback for water if you are not renting our gear.
Baja Riding Tips
Passports Mandatory for all Tours in Mexico!
- ALWAYS wear protective riding gear. Helmet, goggles, knee and elbow guards, MX boots, shoulder and chest protectors, and gloves.
- CARRY at least (1) quart of water. canteen or camelback. Your chase vehicle and crew will have fresh beverages available.
- We have partnered with Global Rescue Services and would like to offer any rider who wishes to purchase Med-Evac Insurance to
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Trail Tips
Tip #1
- Pay attention to the daily guide tips – be aware of your surroundings.
- Do not ride in dust
- Be careful of animals on the trail—cows, horses, etc.
- Stay to the right on blind rises.
- Be alert for other vehicles on the trail.
- Check that fuel is ON before starting off.
- Keep a safe distance from other riders.
Tip #2
- Ride with your head up – try to anticipate turns and obstacles before you are there.
- In deep sand, sit back, and keep up your speed.
- On hard, packed, and/or slippery surfaces, sit up front — close to gas tank.
- On rocky, washed-out trails, try to stand up and allow the bike to work itself through the bumps.
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- Try to keep your goggles clean – vision is everything.
- Grip the bars, SOFTLY – relax and do not tense up
- Be smooth—ride within your limits, and enjoy your ride in Baja—this is an adventure ride—NOT a race.
- Be Ready to have some fun!
Airports in Baja
Baja California Norte
- Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) – Flights from the U.S. and other countries; private aviation available.
- Ensenada Airstrips – Perfect for private planes and charter flights; close to wine country and coast.
Baja California Sur
- Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) – Main international hub; commercial and private flights.
- Cabo San Lucas International Airport (CSL) – Popular for private jets; FBO services and customs available.
- La Paz International Airport (LAP) – Domestic and some international flights; private aviation options.
- Loreto International Airport (LTO) – Smaller airport; limited direct flights; private aircraft welcome.
Private Aviation
- Fly in with your own jet or private plane – we can coordinate pickup and start your Baja adventure from any airport.
What to Bring
Be sure to download our Gear Bag Checklist below. This helpful form will make sure you pack accordingly. And if you need any additional gear, this form can be used for your own personal gear rental…
NOTE: you do not have to stay at the Marriott Marina if you are arriving the night before a tour or planning to stay after your tour is complete; this is the hotel that is most easily accessible for our vehicles pulling a trailer. If you choose to stay elsewhere, please plan to get yourself to the Marriott in time for the 1pm pickup. Shuttle service or a cab ride to other locations is an option and available in San Diego.
additional info
Passports are mandatory for all guests traveling into Mexico.
US Currency: US Currency can be exchanged in San Diego or Ensenada prior to tour start.
Tipping: As we are in the service industry, gratuities for our crew are greatly appreciated for exceptional service. While tipping is entirely at your discretion, 10–15% is customary and usually reflects your level of satisfaction with the experience.
WHAT NOT TO BRING—FIREARMS, BULLETS, DRUGS OR DRUG PARAPHERNALIA ILLEGAL IN MEXICO
All tours departing from Ensenada meet at the following location:
Marriott Marina Hotel
333 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101; 619-234-1500
Return to San Diego on the 4th day at Marriott Marina Hotel between 8 and 9 PM