Top Things To Do In Valle De Guadalupe
- by Kristie
- 10 min read
Looking for an amazing weekend getaway or a unique location for a quick vacation? Look no farther than Valle de Guadalupe in Baja Mexico. Located near Ensenada, Valle de Guadalupe is becoming a very popular destination for those looking to experience a relaxed vibe, wine, and food. Just an hour or two from the San Diego to Tijuana border (depending on traffic), Valle de Guadalupe is considered the “new Napa.” A visit to Valle never pretentious or extravagant and feels like you have hit the jackpot by finding an off-the-beaten-path vacation spot.
Many only visit Valle de Guadalupe to experience its flavorful and unique wine offerings; however, the area has so many other fun activities to offer travelers besides vineyards. Here are some of the top activities to enjoy when visiting the blooming Baja California community:
WINE TASTING AND OTHER FUN ACTIVITIES
- Wine Tasting
- Horseback Riding
- Ziplining
- Glamping Under the Stars
- Vine & Wine Museum
Wine Tasting
The biggest draw to Valle de Guadalupe is the wine. With more than 75 different vineyards in the area, tourists usually visit the region to experience authentic Mexican wine. From small boutique wineries to commercial wine producers, there is a winery to satisfy the type of experience you’re looking for.
The most representative red wines in Valle include Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Grenache, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Tempranillo, Syrah, and Zinfandel. White wines that are commonly produced in Valle de Guadalupe include Chenin Blanc, Colombard, Chardonnay, Moscatel, Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc.
See our list of the Top 5 Wineries In Valle de Guadalupe to help guide you on which wineries should be on your list.
Horseback Riding
Experience the vineyards and beautiful countryside on horseback at Adobe de Guadalupe. The winery and hotel offer a horseback and wine tour that’s one of the best in the region. As the largest breeder of Azteca horses in the world, their stable has 26 incredible horses.
The excursion offers an interactive way to explore one of the best wineries in Valle and includes a tour of the property on horseback, a wonderful meal, and lots of wine. There are other vineyards and horseback riding stables in Valle de Guadalupe, but Adobe de Guadalupe rates among the best.
Contact Details:
adobeguadalupe.com
+52 (646) 155 2094
Ziplining
If you’re a thrill-seeker or looking to add some adventure and excitement to your trip, zip-lining is for you and Valle de Guadalupe has one of the best zip lining experiences around. Desert Nest Zip Line Baja is located in El Sauzal and is a renowned zip line adventure park that consists of almost 2.3 miles of zip-line-circuits and suspension bridges.
There are 5 double high-speed slip line circuits with the longest stretching about ½ a mile. Don’t worry, this adventure park is completely safe and features parallel double cables for each line as well as two steel cables for added security. To get to the adventure park, you have to go to Cuatro Cuatros Hotel to get the equipment needed for the adventure. Next, you’ll be transported in a cool off-road vehicle to the zip line circuit for all the fun to begin. Ziplining might seem intimidating, but once you try it, you’ll be addicted to the adrenaline rush it gives you as you’re cascading down over the terrain at super-fast speeds. The views are amazing and you’ll get to see the entire valley from a whole new perspective.
Contact Details:
cabanascuatrocuatros.com.mx
[email protected]
+52 (646) 174 6789
Glamping Under the Stars
If you like the idea of traditional tent camping, but not sure that you can live without all the amenities of a hotel, then you should try “Glamping”. Experience Valle de Guadalupe in an authentic way through modern age camping. Stay among nature in one of Cuatro Cuatros luxurious tents equipped with private bathroom, electricity, plush queen bed, heater, AC, and minibar. The tent’s private terrace includes a table and lounge chairs to encourage both day and night interactions with mother nature. Simply pull back your tent door and enjoy the beautiful morning sunrise or cuddle up with fur blankets and stargaze at night. And if you want to take stargazing to the next level, then you should try sleeping under the stars in a transparent bubble tent at Campera Hotel Burbuja. Another excellent option for your glamping experience, all bubbles include privacy curtains, a full-size bed, climate controls, and a bathroom.
Read “The Best Glamping Spots in Valle de Guadalupe” to see see other Glamping spots in Valle de Guadalupe.
Contact Details:
cabanascuatrocuatros.com.mx
+52 (646) 174 6789
Vine & Wine Museum
There are a couple of museums in Valle de Guadalupe but make sure to check out The Vine and Wine museum. The area is the ideal place for such a museum given it’s located on the famous Ruta del Vino. The museum is divided into four main areas and showcases the culture, history, industry, art, wine , and identity of the valley. Its objective is to highlight the winemaking history of this region, that produces 90% of the wine in Mexico. You’ll enjoy some great views of the valley as it sits at just the right elevation to enjoy the surrounding vineyards and appreciate the ones at a distance. You’ll also get to enjoy a 360 degree view of the mountains around the valley.
Contact Details:
Vine & Wine Museum website
+52 (646) 156 8165
+52 (646) 156 8166
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