As the largest and longest-running RV caravan company operating tours in Baja, we have hundreds of positive guest reviews. If you’re still on the fence about joining one of our incredible caravan tours, check out what our guests have said about our tours over the years!
Aaron
In any new place hiring a guide is a way to do this. Your seasoned wagon master will handle all of the logistics to shepherd you around the peninsula, book campgrounds, top excursions, insider cultural experiences, and transportation. Additionally, several meals and happy hours are provided at some of the hosts’ favorite places on the peninsula. You won’t have to spend the time to do all of the research on where to go and what to do, just show up and let your practiced wagon master take you to vetted locations and experiences. There is truth to the saying that there is strength in numbers. We have also found that having a group you can bond with and rely on during challenges that may arise for this life changing journey, enhances the experience and likely leads to lifelong friendships. BA works to limit the challenges and stress of traveling in a foreign country so you can focus on having the best trip possible.
Ed & Wendy
It was good to be in a group in which the wagon master knew how to avoid or minimize some of the pitfalls of traveling in Baja, and of local resources when someone would have a breakdown. The camaraderie that developed within the group also made for a pleasant experience.
We had a wonderful time exploring Baja with Baja Amigos. Our wagon master was knowledgeable about potential issues with crossing the border, security checkpoints, local restaurants, mercados, etc. Recommended!
Ron
Freddy was wonderful. A great ambassador to Baja Amigos. We are all brothers and sisters.
Neil
Our wagonmasters had exceptional interest in every caravan participant. They said “let us take the hassles from you so you can enjoy the journey”. And so they did. This trip was virtually worry free. They managed group needs flawlessly!
I thought the tour was well planned. There were many beaches available with exposure to a variety of activities. I thought the caravan experience caused us to come together in the group very well. I appreciated that many were there to help others as the needs arose. I appreciated finding new ‘love places’. Loreto, La Paz, Todos Santos, and whale watching at Guerrero Negro.
Cecile
I really want to visit Baja but I would not travel by myself in Mexico.
Joanne
Love you Chris! You are an awesome man with great energy and passion for others. You listened, investigated and responded to our suggestions and questions. If you were upset or angry, we never knew it. You always acted very professional. You acted like no one ever asked a dumb question which I know wasn’t true. Love you Lindsay! You and Chris make a great team. I wish you would have been a little more outgoing, you have a lot to offer the caravan.
Paul
1. Our wagon-masters! Chris and Lindsay are wonderful leaders and provide outstanding leadership, guidance, conveniences, and companionship throughout the tour. They were exceptionally sensitive and attentive to everyone’s unique concerns, preferences, and styles of exploration.
2. The itinerary was very well thought out, providing a nice mix of venues ranging from rural environments to small villages to beaches to settings near urban areas like La Paz. A few stays and experiences were really exceptional because they were unique to a Baja Amigos caravan – they were only possible due to Chris and Lindsay’s friendships and connections with locals. These included homecooked meals at two small, private desert ranches, and and a stay at an equestrian-therapy ranch, where we took a very memorable horseback ride. Furthermore, Chris and Lindsay were very receptive to suggestions about small adjustments that could make future caravans even more enjoyable.
3. The caravan experience was ideal. The drive times were all reasonable, at safe and reasonable speeds and timely “body breaks.” Guidance from the wagon-masters, both in pre-drive briefings and by radio during the drives, was reassuring, informative, and ensured safety and comfort for everyone. The driving experience was very well structured and predictable – for example, on the first day, the wagon-masters suggested a well thought-out sequence for the rigs to travel in, obtained buy-in, and from that day on we drove in that sequence every leg of the trip. Again, this led to predictability and an increased sense of safety, thus making the often-challenging driving conditions less stressful.
4. Included and optional special activities, included happy hours and hosted dinners, recreational alternatives, opportunities for additional meals with the group, and free time in various venues all added great value to the Baja-caravan experience.
Experiencing Baja California by Baja Amigos caravan can ensure that you get the very most from your time there, with as little stress and uncertainty as possible. Also, you may meet people who might become lifelong friends – we did!
Thank you again for your wonderful leadership and guidance – we sincerely and deeply appreciate you both!
Carla
Just do it!! Don’t be scared! This is a trip you will never forget, and they have the best Margaritas and Guacamole !! Just that it was great fun and we couldn’t have had better travel companions.
Bernie
If you want to see Baja but are nervous, take the tour. I’m glad I joined the caravan. I enjoyed the people and learned a lot about myself and how I want to travel.
Russ & Susan, Sorrento, BC
First and foremost I would like to acknowledge both Chris and Lindsay for the excellent work they did as our Wagon Masters. They made the trip ( in spite of our accident) most enjoyable and the extra little things they supplied, really took it over the top.
These were the hilights for us:
- boondocking on the beaches
- The grey whale excursion
- swimming with the whale sharks
- restaurants suggested by members of the caravan and our Wagon Masters
- Meeting the Sausage Man and Chris’s friend who came in with fresh seafood
- The Mexican people
- Having free time to do the things we wanted to do personally
- Your publication explaining the itinerary and some of the history of various locations
We enjoyed the experience and would entertain going to the Baja again.
Mike
Our Baja tour was great! Chris and Lindsay did an awesome job of creating the best experience for us possible. They were part of our family just so helpful and positive. They did you proud!
The dry camping sites on the beach were wonderful. Information and pre-trip advice was detailed and pertinent.
Kim, Rocky View County, AB
Thanks Dan & Lisa!
I really enjoyed the tour. I now know that there is so much to see and do in Baja that it is difficult to fit it all into a 30 day tour. I am glad that I jumped off the tour to do some exploring on my own, although I did revisit places we had seen.
I also enjoyed the different Wagon-Masters. They each had their own style and way of doing things. If anything I think that everyone would benefit from having the Wagon-Masters do more sharing of their local knowledge and how they do things. Just an example is that Larry’s relatives gave a great massage in Loreto and our January tour may also have benefited from that local contact. Whereas the tour that we did in January in Loreto was likely the best in Baja.
Overall it was a great experience and I would recommend it.
Thanks again, Kim
Tom & Mary, Cincinnati, Ohio
We had a great trip, Chris and Lindsay are wonderful Wagon-Masters. Really enjoyed the group and our travels on Baja.
Thanks for everything, Tom and Mary.
David & Jackie, BC
We really want to express how great a job Chris and Lindsay did as wagon masters, especially considering this was their first caravan to lead. We had a great group of people which really helped to make for a positive experience. The tour to Mission San Francisco Javier was definitely a highlight. Oscar was very knowledgeable and a great tour guide. The lunch at his mother in law’s home was interesting to experience a Mexican home and home made meal. We really enjoyed the beach time at Playa Santispac and Tecolote. We were pleasantly surprised at the quality and menu selections at the Mexican restaurants.
Thank you for providing us a great experience!
Martin & Elaine, Blind Bay, BC
Hello Dan and Lisa,
We are back home in Blind Bay and settling back into our normal routines. We both really enjoyed the trip and our Wagon-Masters Chris and Lindsey (plus Everest and Huckleberry of course) were excellent, they really went out of their way to make sure the trip was the best it could be, you made an excellent choice choosing them.
The activities were very enjoyable, the grey whale excursion was a treat and the beach camping was fantastic (even the night at Tecolate when the Mexicans partied until 6.00am) it was all part of the Baja experience. The Hotel Campground in Guerrero Negro where we stayed for the whale tour is small but ourselves and the Mcleods made do as was Loreto but we made it work.
Chris & Lindsay had a Starlink which they generously allowed us to use. We left the group for a couple of days in Los Bariles and travelled to La Ventana where we have friends, we then rejoined in La Paz, we left Hwy 1 at San Antonio and travelled to our destination and returning to La Paz.
We would have preferred a little more beach time than Loreto and La Paz on the return trip but do not know the logistics of that for campgrounds. All in all it was a great trip (except for the 25kms of hell roads north of Guerrero Negro 😱) and we throughly enjoyed it, the whole group got along and we are still in contact with each other. I dont know if we would do the Baja again but the mainland trip is a thought in the back of our minds (not this year though).
We would like to thank you both for all the hard work that has gone into the organizing of the trip and the great binder you supplied, it was very informative.
Martin & Elaine
Mike & Wanda, Winnipeg, MB
We enjoyed the Baja tour and think it is a great way to get comfortable camping and driving in Baja. John and Lauren were very welcoming and fostered a great atmosphere within the group. They were always open to questions about all things Baja related and were willing to share the knowledge they had. We did enjoy the tour.
Thanks, Wanda & Mike
Steve & Rose, Greenview, AB
Hi Dan & Lisa,
Thanks for promoting a well organized tour, it was an adventure. Freddy was a big part of the success. Having the option of dropping off the tour is a great option and we enjoyed our extra time. The RV sites picked along the Baja were spectacular. Thanks for the adventure, we recommend this to anyone that had not ventured down Baja.
Steve and Rose
Joe & Rita, Langley, BC
Hi Dan & Lisa, The trip was great the second time. Because some of route was changed and that was good for us. Our Wagon-Master Freddie was fantastic! He went well above and beyond for everything!!! Such an upbeat personal man, that Freddie Washington. We keep recommending this trip to everyone. So thank you again.
Joe and Johanna Heemels from Langley B.C.
Bob & Carol, Brea, CA
Hola Dan & Lisa!
Let me first say what a wonderful time we had in Baja – it was a bucket list trip! And Freddie was wonderful in so many ways – his knowledge of the Baja Peninsula, his ability to get mechanics to fix a bearing (not ours), and most important his fun personality.
All in all, it was a great trip with a wonderful group of new amigos!
Bob and Carol Hofstetter
Fred & Tina, Vallejo, CA
Hi Dan & Lisa,
We arrived home yesterday after crossing the border in Mexicali on Friday. We had such a wonderful time on this trip! We were traveling with my husband’s sister and brother-in-law, but the entire group was great. There were 7 dogs on the trip, and they all got along great and seemed to have a lot of fun as well. Lauren and John were excellent Wagon-Masters and kept everything running smoothly. The book you provided was very helpful and interesting. I wrote in it everyday!
Everywhere on the itinerary was great, but we especially enjoyed the beach camping, we loved Loreto.The whole caravan style of travel was really fun for us. We will certainly explore other Baja locales on our own.
Thanks for all of the effort you put into to organize these trips!
Take care and happy trails.
Tina Dodson, Fred Sconberg and Finn
Allen & Kerri, Lafayette, CA
We had a great great trip!
Our thoughts would be to encourage the use of Toads, for those with motor homes. We have one but left it at home. All said, We would have liked the ability to get around on our own. John was most gracious about shuttling, all 10 of us in RV’s, no complaints here. Our size plus toads would be shorter than the truck w/trailer rigs. A few stops could possibly have a parking issue.
Watching the caravan pull into town and on the road was like a symphony. Everything played really well.
Thank you
Tom & Cassie, St Simons Island, GA
We had a great time! Hosted happy hours and group potlucks were a huge hit with our group, we loved the Tour Book. We appreciated the flexibility of dropping-off and picking-up on a later tour.
Also your mainland tour itinerary looks great. We would definitely consider it for 2025.
Thanks again, Cassies & Tom
Mike & Pat, Fort Collins, CO
Everyone mentioned numerous times how much they enjoyed the trip. So great success there.
Larry overall did a great job. He was very open and generous to providing rides when needed, has a great sense of humor, lots of jokes and stories. He has a positive outlook and didn’t get discouraged by problems popping up. He, Cassie, and Gael I would say were the biggest morale boosters within the group activities, Tom for fixing things, and Dave for giving rides. As I am sure Larry has mentioned, it was a very supportive group.
Our thanks to Baja Amigos and Larry for making it so.
Dave & Phyllis, North Sanich, BC
We would like to say overall that it was an incredible adventure. We were very fortunate to be with a group of people including Larry who really looked out for one another. If there was a problem we jointly tried to resolve it. We also enjoyed each other’s company. Larry has a great disposition, very patient and continually checked in with everyone.
I’m sure you heard that we got into the habit of having a happy hour every day. I think this went a long way of bonding this group, openly discussing the day’s adventures.
Your México tour sounds very interesting. We’ll have to give it some thought, perhaps in the next couple of years.
Cheers, Dave & Phyllis
Sandy & Colleen, Twisp, WA
Hi Dan & Lisa…We had a great time on the trip and have nothing but superlatives to say about Freddie….He bailed us out on several occasions….great guy!
As far as any comments on the tour….maybe I would have preferred to miss out on a couple of the one nite stop overs and driven a little further to get to more time at, for example Santispac beach or San Felipe….. or Mulege.
I attached is a copy of a poem (the only poem I have ever written) I was inspired to write about the trip!
Best Regards….Sandy and Colleen Liman
BAJA AMIGOS POEM – WRITTEN BY SANDY LIMAN
JANURARY 2024 IN BAJA
The thoughts began one stormy November
Let’s take a trip….that we’re sure to remember
But where should we go and how long should we stay
Baja, Mexico…..I thought right away
At first it seemed like a might big leap
We’re driving a 17 year old RV…..not a Jeep
Then off to the internet to see what’s available
And convince my wife that it would be just wonderful
At first it seemed impossible to do
Then Baja Amigos popped into view
All we have to do is follow our trusty guide
Baja will be possible with Freddie at our side
Let the planning begin…..so many things to buy
Amazon boxes piled knee high
Solar panels, fancy shorts, and a 5 gallon drum
Never knew shopping could be so much fun!
Off we went in a puff of blue smoke and the happy clatter of diesel chatter
The fact that we were over gross weight didn’t seem to matter
Baker City, Wells, Las Vegas, and Surprise all flash by in that order
And before we knew it we were at the border
With 7 in the convoy now….this should be a snap
I’ll cross the border while taking a nap
A few days later it dawned on me….I was more than just number three
There was 1 – 7 plus Freddie and Lolie’…a team now defined by our unity
“Gang, we’re rolling now gang” Freddie would say
Nothing to worry about ….he knows the best way
“Circle the wagons gang” ….all in solidarity
Settling in for the night we find security
So much fun on warm sunny beaches with wonder food and comradery
Creating good vibes and feelings of tranquility
Closing my eyes a vivid memory pops into view
The trip of my lifetime has come true!
Just one final thought as before we say “Adios Muchacos”
Remember, we will always be Baja Amigos
John & Mary-Wynne, Edmonton, AB
Hi Dan & Lisa,
We’re spending a couple days in Palm Desert before we head north, nice to decompress after our great Baja adventure. We had a great experience! Freddie is an awesome guide, his energy and enthusiasm for everything about “his backyard” throughout the last month has been amazing. We can’t say enough good things about Freddie or our time getting a taste of the Baja. We’ll definitely be heading South again.
Jon & Mary-Wynne Semchuk
Dawn & Glen, Okotoks, AB
We have been back at our home in Alberta now for over a week and find ourselves still kind of wishing we were back on Baja following along with the caravan! We didn’t know how we would feel about this group travel experience as we consider ourselves to be very experienced travellers and were a bit worried that we might feel stifled with the set itinerary and/or group dynamics. Happy to report that it took no time at all to fall into the rhythm of the caravan and feel comfortable being “followers”. We believe this is due in no small part to Freddie Washington’s calm and ever patient leadership. He told us right from the start his philosophy that we were all brothers and sisters just from different mothers and he made great effort every day to connect with everyone to be sure we were getting what we needed to best enjoy the experience. It seemed that nothing was too small an issue and Freddie was working to solve it. We felt completely safe at all times with Freddie leading the way and greatly appreciated his warnings of truckers, potholes and animals coming at us. Its easy to see that one could become complacent with the attention needed on those roads and perhaps get themselves in some difficulty. We found the speed of travel to be perfect and the timing of stops quite adequate considering the complexity of the group. While some may not agree we felt that the order of rigs and speed of travel reflected Freddie’s wisdom and experience of travelling on Baja and would be happy to follow him anywhere!
We would like to add as well that we felt that Lolis was a huge asset to the caravan along with her daughter Fernanda who was a great help with translation. We greatly enjoyed Loli’s culinary efforts and were amazed at what she could produce out of a small RV kitchen for so many people! We consider ourselves lucky to have had such a great team leading us on this adventure!
The Pre-Trip Information provided was very clear on what to expect at the various RV parks and dry camping so we were quite happy with this aspect. There was ample space for all rigs at each spot and Freddie worked to accommodate everyone’s needs.
The Baja Amigos Tour Book provided is very comprehensive and contains a lot of good information some of which we’ve yet to read but certainly will as we reflect upon our trip. We did do some studying of Spanish pre-trip using free apps etc. which are readily available. We are quite accustomed to using a currency converter app and found that to be helpful as well. Our Can-USA-Mex cell plan on one of our phones thru Telus worked well where there was cell phone coverage and as well Glen purchased a Telcel SIM card with 30 days of service and ample data for $40 CAD which worked perfectly for him. We had no issues using our credit cards/bank cards throughout the trip. I had doubled the suggested amount of pesos to start out with and found that to be a good amount and liked not having to be worried about obtaining more pesos along the way where it was not always possible. We did of course get a few more pesos towards the end of the trip.
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and will certainly be recommending Baja Amigos to anyone who asks! Thanks so much!
Cheers,
Dawn & Glen
Richard & Valerie, Kelowna, BC
Hello Dan & Lisa
Thank you for the great introduction to the Baja. We were impressed with Freddie and Lolis and how they portrayed your company and kept us well informed. Lolis and my wife soon became good Amigos.
We felt very safe for the entire adventure. The people of Baja are so nice. Possibly, we may do it all over again next February. If we can go with Freddie!! We will be working on our Spanish so we do less charades next trip. We do feel confident to do it ourselves but feel we would probably take more from the experience by repeating the Journey.
Thank you and wished we had met you both in person. Perhaps in Kelowna.
Kevin & Robin, Post Falls, ID
Hello Dan & Lisa,
We really enjoyed our fall Baja tour. Having the ability to return with a different Wagon-Master was great to get the 2 different perspectives of Baja. Both Wagon-Masters were much appreciated with their expertise and experiences of the Baja.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to experience the Baja
stress free!
Kevin & Robin
Gord & Josie, Winnipeg, MB
Hello Dan & Lisa,
First of all we want to say we really enjoyed the tour and our companions…we totally loved John & Lauren…they were very helpful, great hosts, very personable, informative, and very very organized …
Freddie was a power house of information on the Baja…
We were very happy to take the drop off option and extend our stay. There was a day we didn’t like also some early mornings, but get it. We preferred the campgrounds with full hook ups, however we enjoyed the beauty of the beaches we boon docked on for sure.
Thanks for making room for us to join in and learn to adventure on own…
Ron & Cindy, Essex, ON
We had a trip of a lifetime and 
Jim & Linda, Umpqua, OR
Freddy Washington excelled above and beyond, definitely the very best wagon master ever. Most of the restaurants were nice, people were nice, lots of sights, beaches and history.
The radios were a real blessing for us all and Freddy did an excellent job giving us the heads up on oncoming traffic. Your book is very informative and interesting but needs updated in areas, especially side trips. We had a fun group of travelers and made some lasting friendships.
Leon & Catherine, Tubac, AZ
Our wagon master, Freddie Washington, was an awesome, resourceful, caring, calm problem solver and caravan leader, keeping us safe and secure during our tour. His personal knowledge of the Baja peninsula and highways was most helpful. We had two issues on the trip, brake pads needing replacement and RV mirror taken off by a semi-truck. Freddie accomplished securing repairs on both by local service folks at our camp sites the evening of the incident.
The hand held radios supplied to each of us was essential for our safety and communication on the narrow roads, especially for we big rigs. Freddie did a great job of alerting us to oncoming semi and other traffic, while the rear RV in our caravan alerted us to passing traffic.
Loved San Ignacio, El Triunfo, Loreto, and Campestre Maranatha. The Baja California peninsula is more beautiful and diverse than I imagined. And Mexican people are wonderfully helpful, friendly, hardworking, and resourceful.
Tom & Sue, Cottonwood, AZ
We had a wonderful time on our 30-day January 11 Baja tour with Baja Amigos, although weather wise it was perhaps not the best time to visit (sometimes quite windy and sometimes cold). We learned a lot about camping in Mexico and about dry camping and boon-docking and Baja in general. Two of the RVs scheduled for our tour did not make it through the inclement weather in the north; so, we had a small group. We are not meat eaters and only occasional drinkers and at first, this seemed to cause some friction with others in the group but as our adventure progressed, we worked through these issues and became a tight group.
Our tour masters, John and Lauren, were wonderful as was their dog Emma. They were very diplomatic, resourceful, experienced RVers, and entertaining. I really appreciated that they made a big effort to keep us together socially as a group. I had total confidence in their leadership, navigating, and RV abilities. This level of trust is a key element to a fun and safe tour. I know this was their first tour with you. Please keep them!!!
Thank you so much for a truly memorable experience,
Tim & Tiah, Surprise, AZ
We LOVED our Baja trip with your company this past January!
We had a fabulous tour led by Lauren and John our wagon masters! Although half our group decided to stay in La Paz a week ago, we had mucho gusto funzies tonight in San Felipe on the waterfront!
Adios to our new lifelong friends from Baja amigos RV travel tour!
Haste luego compadres!
John & Beverlee, Campbell River, BC
Hello Dan & Lisa,
Just to give you a few words on the trip with Larry and Janet. We were very glad that we took this tour. We found Larry and Janet very friendly and extremely helpful. They really wanted to make sure that we were safe and happy. We particularly enjoyed the whales and were glad that we did it even though we have whales here on the west coast. It was a lot of driving but we expected that. The scenery was very interesting and it changed every few hundred miles.
The group of people were great even though we were from various places in North America. There were a few places we didn’t like, just because their facilities were not working. We were happy to be in Mulege as my husband was able to go to a Rotary meeting there. A little more time there would have been nice also. I have organized short tours myself and I realize how difficult it is to be able to count on things being the same as when you booked them, so my hat is off to you for your good work.
Neil & Penny, Turlock, CA
The trip was a great way to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary! Larry and Janet were expert wagon masters, and we enjoyed the time spent with them and our fellow travelers. Baja is an amazing place and we enjoyed visiting those places we would never have discovered on our own.
As stated above – overall we had a great time on the trip! The criticisms we have are all about issues that can be remedied for future travelers. Safe Travels!
Stan & Mary, Fair Oaks, CA
We had a great time in Mexico; the high point of the trip was the beach camping and building friendships with the other campers. What we liked best was seeing the spectacular spring desert country and the camping on the beach. Our favorite spot was Playa Santispac, our favorite excursion was in Guerrero Negro. The whale watching excursion was really worth it, and picking up scallop shells at Mario’s was a hoot!
Larry & Lillian, Duvall, WA
Overall, we had an excellent Baja excursion. Joe and Linda were very friendly and had in-depth knowledge of all the stops on our trip. The group dinners were lots of fun and our Wagon Masters did a great job setting them up. We enjoyed all of the couples on our tour.
Joe went out of his way to set up special outings that weren’t on the agenda. He often drove campers on fun trips to towns and beaches. Also, he provided a walkie-talkie for each vehicle and that was of great value.
Overall, we had a very memorable time and we’re glad to have had the opportunity to travel with Joe, Linda, their amazing dog Jax, and the rest of the folks on the caravan.
Dan & Lisa, you did a great job setting up the Caravan and we appreciate your efforts.
Frank & Leslie, Manzanita, OR
Overall, it was a great experience. The scenery was spectacular, the company of our fellow RVers was a great experience as well. We enjoyed the company of all the travelers and our wagon masters Joe and Linda. Joe was a very enthusiastic host with a deep knowledge of Baja. He encouraged all of us to enjoy everyone’s company in the evenings around the campfire.
Your tour book is fantastic. We enjoyed many of the background stories and the details of the camping. I especially like the GPS coordinates. They really came in handy. We would recommend other people to take Baja Amigo on their adventures.
I especially would like to thank you for allowing us to reschedule our trip with no penalty due to the crazy California weather.
All the best, Frank & Leslie
Carl & Kacey, Weston, MO
We sooooo enjoyed our travels with Joe & Linda! Joe’s interesting & funny anecdotes added a lot to the adventures, & Linda was the perfect, gracious hostess!
Joe handled both (my) medical & other’s mechanical issues with great aplomb while keeping everyone calm. He was very resourceful in getting RV items fixed! We had a wonderful group of people, & our beloved Wagon-Masters cheerfully went out of the way to keep everyone happy even for spur of the moment outings.
Because of my shoulder injury I was paranoid about going on excursions, but Carl enjoyed repeating the places we’d visited 8 years ago with Baja Amigos plus adding other sites.
In our opinion, this was the perfect experience thanks, in no small part, to the Wagon-Masters & everyone’s flexibility. You need not change a thing!
Gary & Laurie, Sidney, BC
Hi there we have just returned home after a great 3 month run around.
Our month with Joe and Linda was outstanding. Friendly, organized and knowledgeable of the area. We thoroughly enjoyed Baja and the group which we travelled with. It was like a long party and we came away with some new friends.
We feel that we made the right decision to go to Mexico with a group.
Roy & Linda, Agassiz, BC
Linda and I had a great time on our Baja tour. We can’t say enough good to describe the appreciation we have for Lorne and Josie. I feel they went well beyond their responsibilities to make our experience great. I would like to thank you for a memorable adventure.
Joseph & Georgian, Bellingham, MA
We enjoyed the tour immensely. Lorne and Josie were awesome. Can’t say enough good things about them.
We had a really good time and experiences with many laughs. Had a great group to travel with. The hardest part was the language barrier.
The border crossings were even painless as were most of the military checkpoints.
We would not change a thing!
Brent & Trina, Sidney, BC
John & Lauren were exceptional in guiding and given some of the challenges who went above and beyond in adapting and representing your company in a professional manner.
We enjoyed our introduction to Baja and it accomplished our goals when we signed up. Familiarity with checkpoints, local customs and procedures, border crossings, etc. We look forward to visiting Baja again on our own.
Robert & Lee, Redondo Beach, CA
This is Lee Deegan, wife of Bob Deegan (aka Deeker and Doodie). We were on the tour led by Lauren and John.
Wanted to tell you how much fun we had and what a wonderful experience it was and that was because of Wagon-Masters Lauren and John. They took very good care of us and did all the work while all we had to do was party and have a great time. They were very knowledgeable about all the places we visited and they even made driving the narrow roads less scary while they communicated with us on the Walkie talkies.
We would be in Lauren and John’s caravan any time.
Ray & Brenda, Hopkinton, MA
While researching companies offering caravans to Baja, we came upon an interesting comment. If we were confident enough to travel to Baja alone after the caravan, without the wagon master, then the wagon master(s) had done their job. Therefore, we can say without hesitation that we are comfortable traveling Baja without fear, without a wagon master.
Wagon master’s Loren and Josie Parker – Our wagon masters, Loren and Josie, were excellent and professional in every manner possible. Upon meeting the amigos for the first time, they answered all our questions for the past 11 months. And there were many.
Loren and Josie took turns using their vehicle, taking four at a time across the US/Mexican border to obtain our FMM. In addition, some needed to go to the local money exchange or grocery store for provisions. No problem – they took everyone where they needed to go.
On our first night in Mexico, the amigos sat around a fire and expressed relief that we were in for an exciting adventure under the guidance of Loren and Josie. After our 30-day adventure, we were not disappointed. Every morning, 15 minutes before our departure, we had a meeting about the upcoming day’s event. Even though there was a script to read, they would provide additional information about the day’s trip—little titbits of knowledge gained from their experience.
For the next 30 days, Loren and Josie assisted us with our needs, whether to obtain propane, clean water, or a ride to the local grocery store; they were there with their vehicle. I never heard either one of them says “no” to one of our requests.
Legend has it that Batman and Robin were a fictional dynamic duel, while Loren and Josie are a true-to-life exceptional and experienced couple.
Baja Amigos – The handout provided on day one by Baja Amigo was outstanding. It was more than a guide and could be considered the bible of the 30 trips. In addition, providing a brief history of Mexico was a nice touch.
Suggestions for Baja Amigos – Encourage future amigos to create a Facebook page to illustrate to friends and family their adventure in Baja. Then, someone reading their post might think a 30-day adventure might interest them. I created a Facebook page for our 14 amigos, and at the end of our trip, we had 85 followers. Our Facebook page is Baja-Northeast Truckcampers. Next year’s page will be titled Baja-Northeast Truckcampers 2024.
In Summary – The trip was great, and our Wagon-masters Lorne & Josie could not have been any better. They were simply GREAT! We are going to a jamboree of truck campers in May and Baja Amigo will definately be on the agenda.
Doug & Joan, Coquitlam, BC
- We thought the value for money spent with Baja Amigos was above our expectations. We would not hesitate to recommend Baja Amigos to our friends if they were considering a Mexican caravan tour.
- For the most part, we found the itinerary to be well designed. (Although some unforeseen and last minute changes beyond your control did disappoint us somewhat.)
- Some of the overnight campgrounds need to be reassessed for their (poor) quality. IE: Rice and Beans in San Ignacio and the Campground (name?) in the wine country.
Finally, we cannot say enough complementary things about Mr. Freddie Washington. His friendly attitude, and leadership skills made every day a pleasure.
Warmest Regards, Doug & Joan Zielke
Debby & Charlie, Salem, OR
Debby Holmes and Charlie Cooper here, our Wagon-Masters were Larry & Janet. We just returned home to Salem, April 1st and wanted to give you some feedback on our Baja Amigos tour Feb 4- March 6th. We had a great adventure and met some wonderful people. Here are some comments that we have for you.
We appreciated a quick 5 minute meeting with everyone before we left each morning to explain what to expect that day. Things like how long, when to anticipate body breaks, military checkpoints etc.
The best part of our trip was the wonderful people that we met. Everyone in our group got along well and helped each other out. The local people were all very gracious and friendly. It was a great experience.
Thanks,
Debby and Charlie
Donovan & Susan, Sonoita, AZ
Susan Abagnale and myself so thoroughly enjoyed our 30 day Baja excursion! It was the best and Freddie Washinton played an instrumental role in making it that way. What a terrific, knowledgeable, congenial Wagon Master he was. And so enthusiastic! We all loved him. I think he should be promoted (-: But then you would be out one terrific Wagon Master.
This was the adventure of a lifetime to us and we did not want it to be over. So much beauty, diversity and wonders. Love the Mexican culture. The very narrow parts of Hwy Mex 1 required total concentration. I think our biggest disappointment was having our stay at Bahia San Luis Gonzaga cancelled because the campground was going to be full because of Mexican campers at Easter. There were tons of other beautiful beaches too along Mexico 5 on our way to San Felipe. When we go back, we are definitely going to check out several of those gorgeous beaches.
It was a terrific trip. So well planned and the pace was perfect. Your manual was superb! There isn’t much we would change regarding anything about the tour. Thank you for making it possible.
Denny & Patti, Keyport, WA
In a word, the trip was FANTASTIC! There are many reason for that: Number 1: Our wagon master, Freddy, could not have been better. He set the tone for the trip upon first meeting all of us. Because of his attitude of inclusiveness everyone got along and bonded. He went out of his way to guarantee our safety, our campsites, extra opportunities like fishing (and cooking for us!) convenient gas stations, local knowledge and history. He always displayed a great sense of humor and compassion. We feel like we made a new life-long friend.
Our complements to you for the very informative tour book. It is apparent that it took many years of experience and editing to complete. We used it more than once each day! It was also very useful to see what to expect the next day and make our plans. I also very much appreciated ready the history of each destination.
Another compliment: the radios, short and long wave. Without them we could easily have gotten out of sync. There were many occasions when one or another rig had to drop out of line to recheck compartment doors, use the bathroom, or check on broken mirrors. With the radios we could all be made aware of these unscheduled stops, especially Freddy since he was in the lead. We could also check on each other as we were travelling. They were especially useful when Freddy had to warn us of Semi’s coming, construction ahead and pot holes.
Thank you also, Dan and Lisa for your patience with Denny and myself and our inability to commit till the last minute due to his health. He was able to completely relax (when not driving!! LOL) and is now rested to complete his treatment. Kudos to you and the entire team at Baja Amigos!! Muchos Gracias!!!
Don & Ingrid, Brentwood Bay, BC
We can’t say enough about Freddie!! He was a great leader and his relationship with us and everyone else was easy and relaxed. He became a good friend as well as our leader. We also had a great group of people who all turned into good friends during the caravan.
We will be keeping in touch with some of them for sure.
Freddie’s organization of dinners, outings and even 2 birthday parties were always special. His experience on the Baja was priceless with the people he knew down there whenever there was a problem i.e. tire issues etc. In closing I would like to thank Baja Amigos for a great adventure. We will highly recommend your company if anyone we meet are planning a trip into Baja.
Chuck & Christina, Abbtsford, BC
The staff on our 45-Day tour were “10 out of 10”, we cannot say enough about Mike & Kelly and Roland & Janice. Same goes for the Baja Amigos tour book, impressive, easy read and provides a wonderful overview of Mexico, it’s history and culture.
The Copper Canyon was a highlight for sure, as was Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende and Patzcuaro, so much to see and so memorable.
We had a great group and a wonderful time, the tour was worth every dollar and a terrific value for sure. Thank you Dan & Lisa for another Mexican adventure.
Theodoor & Marilynne, San Fransico, CA
This was a once in a lifetime experience. Most travel days were long, there is a lot to see and distances were long. The Baja Amigos 45-Day Tour Book was extremely helpful! Especially the coordinates and being able to read up on the next destination and go into the culture deeper if you wanted to.
Copper Canyon Train was great, although we think that stopping at Divisadero and saving the day for another time used for Creel would have been fine. The Sunday buffet at Hotel Morales in Guadalajara was excellent! Loved the little town of Tequila, especially enjoyed the quinceanera party we met there. Theo had a bad back problem for the Guanajuato stop so we missed the tour which, I hear, was great.
We loved the talavera pottery factory and all the pieces we bought so cheaply there. . Wish we would have had another day in Mexico City (possibly the Creel day referenced above?). . The National Museum in Tepotzatlan was impressive, especially the golden altars to say nothing of the biggest crucified Jesus I’ve ever seen outside. The Patzcuaro tour was great, especially his explanation of the huge mural about the area’s history. Really enjoyed touring the craft villages around Patzcuaro and buying souvenirs.
We want to thank you for organizing an amazing adventure, one that we are very happy to have taken!
Roger & Faith, Ellijay, GA
Faith and I had a good time and enjoyed our trip very much. We had no issues and enjoyed the company of the other travelers. Our Wagon-Master Freddie did a great job, was well liked by everyone and was very knowledgeable with the Baja. Whenever anyone had a concern about any trivial matter, Freddie was on top of it and took them to resolve it personally.
Freddie had firewood in his vehicle and the whole group enjoyed a campfire in a circle probably 21 or 22 nights out of 30. This was a big deal for the group. A couple times Freddie even borrowed a propane fireplace when we were in an RV campsite that was too small for a wood fire. We had 4 pot luck dinners that went great and Freddie brought fresh fish and add ons. The advice Freddie gave personally and to the group was more than helpful.
We found the tour book was a great resource and well written and the highlight of trip for Faith was the whale watching trip. For us having a tow vehicle worked well; it was easy to disconnect and take others for side trips in town, etc. We went on several extended hikes in backcountry.
Overall we enjoyed it, we all liked Freddie, and we would recommend Baja Amigos it to others. Thank you!
Carol & Martin, Duncan, BC
We can’t think of anything that could have been better. I know its a trip that we couldn’t have done on our own. The Baja Amigos Wagon-Masters helped us through the border, border checks, tours, took us places that we would have never found on our own and they seem to have all the toys that you could ask for water sports and were superb hosts. Most departures and arrivals were on time and if late leaving it was minutes not half hours that I have experienced on other tours. I would recommend Baja Amigos tours and Lorne and Josie to anyone. Thank you again for a wonderful tour and winter vacation. The first we of hopefully many that we can enjoy.
Kim, Moscow, ID
What a fabulous trip!! I am so thankful to have been a part of this tour and with this group of people. I cannot say enough about Josie and Lorne. What wonderful people – so kind, caring and always aware of the needs of the folks on the tour. You are truly lucky to have them on your team.
OUR WAGON MASTERS – As you are aware, we had axle issues on the trip. I am so incredibly thankful that Lorne and Josie were with us! Lorne is an amazing man with great knowledge and skills. He was so helpful to Phil in sorting things out along the way. And he was always very calm and very positive. When we were between Bahia de Los Angles and San Felipe the situation got worse and that was the only time I saw concern on Lorne’s face. He walked away for a few minutes. When he came back to our camper he and Josie had developed a plan. I am thankful that Josie was able to go ahead with the rest of the group and Lorne stayed behind to follow us in case the situation got worse. If there had been only one wagon master, I am not sure how this could have been handled. We were able to cross the border and back to the US due to their help, knowledge and calm demeanor. We stayed in El Centro in the same RV park as Lorne and Josie. They were no longer responsible for us but continued to check in to be certain things were getting sorted out.
As a previous event planner, I know how stressful things can get. To me, it was obvious that they were both doing a lot behind the scenes. This made our trip so enjoyable and allowed things to go smoothly. They were always looking out for us.
TIME IN BAJA – Our time in Baja was everything and more than I had hoped for. It was a wonderful experience, and we learned a lot. It was good to experience traveling with knowledgeable wagon masters and with a group. Two of the other campers/couples on the trip are friends from home and we are planning on going back together for the next several winters. I enjoyed seeing the diversity of Baja – inland, deserts, mountains, cities, small towns and beaches. So much to offer. And, I always felt safe. There was never a time that I felt unsure or unsafe.
Beginning with the trip in Potrero is a great start. I think crossing in Tecate rather than Mexicali is a very good idea. The board crossing is much easier and less congested and Tecate is MUCH easier to navigate. Navigation in Mexicali is confusing and there is much more traffic. Josie and Lorne did a FABULOUS job of navigating us, finding a spot to pull over when those at the end of the group didn’t make it through stop lights and making certain we were all together.
FINAL THOUGHTS – I am so grateful for this experience! We have recommended the tour to two different couples at Rio Grand RV Park and shared business cards that Josie left for us. And one more time, Lorne and Josie are simply wonderful people. They obviously love people, care deeply and love Baja. I am truly thankful to have met them and know our paths will cross again.
Curtis & Keith, Hermosa, SD
We had a fantastic trip to the Baja with only good things to say about our experience. Lorne and Josie were exceptional as our guides, setting the tone for a wonderful trip. It is clear that they love and genuinely care for people, the Baja and their job as Wagon-Masters. They are knowledgeable, experienced, friendly, laid back, caring, often very funny, and exude hospitality in all they do. Their care for the well-being, safety and positive experience for the group shone through loud and clear each and every day. The tour itself was a great introduction to the Baja for us, affording us a nice taste of what the Baja has to offer, and inspiring us to want to return for a second trip on our own. We liked the laid-back slow pace of the tour as well as the sampling of variety of places and experiences we were able to enjoy. The tour book was awesome as a guide and learning tool. I can’t think of any negatives or offer any suggestions for changes as it met and even surpassed any of our expectations. Thank you for all that you and Lisa have done to provide such a top-quality enjoyable tour. We will definitely be recommending Baja Amigos to others in our sphere.
Christine & Shane, Livingston, TX
We very much enjoyed our caravan tour of Baja. We don’t have any suggestions on adjustments to the itinerary. It was all good. The only thing we would have liked is to spend more time in Todos Santos. Josie and Lorne were fantastic. The whale tour was a highlight.
We learned a good deal from this tour and now feel very confident in returning to Baja and mainland Mexico on our own. We very much appreciated Lorne and Josie sharing their knowledge and experiences. Thank you very much for the opportunity to participate in this experience!
Phil, Moscow, ID
The trip was absolutely amazing. It was everything I’d hoped it would be. It was a great introduction to Baja, and we plan to go back on our own over the next several winters. We had a fantastic group of fellow travelers; some of whom were already friends, and we made several new friends that we’ll see again.
As far as the itinerary, I think it was well organized. The crossing at Tecate certainly is calmer than at Mexicali, so it’s a great place to begin. Those first few days of driving every day got old, but I understand the reason–to get to the really good stuff in the south. My only suggestion might be adding a day or two to the tour to break up that first week of driving. I’m glad that Route 5 is open now; we’ll use it in the future to get south and north more quickly.
There were a few hiccups with campground services and group dinner dining options, but I think those had more to do with changes to establishments over the last two years due to COVID and/or continued staffing shortages. All part of the Mexico experience.
I cannot say enough good things about Lorne and Josie. We could not have asked for better wagon masters. Their knowledge of Baja is top-notch. Their people skills are also amazing. As you know, we experienced axle issues during the trip, and Lorne and Josie went above and beyond to assist us. I am so thankful we were able to stay with the group to the end. Lorne and Josie are special people and will always be special to me. Lots of lessons learned, but that’s what adventures and life are about.
Thanks for providing caravan tours to Baja. We’ll certainly recommend Baja Amigos to any of our friends that are interested.
Ron & Christine, Goodyear, AZ
We thoroughly enjoyed the Baja trip. We originally signed up for the caravan for safety reasons. Those concerns, as you know, were not justified. That said, we found the group of fellow caravanners, in spite of our many differences to be one of the high points of the journey. Freddie, our wagon master, for us, was fantastic. Hard for us to imagine that we would have enjoyed anyone else more.
John & Bin, Oceanside, CA
Freddie was great, the itinerary was good, enough time at each place and each place had something special to offer. Looking forward to learning more about mainland Mexico.
Anthony, Redmond Washington, WA
First off, Josie and Lorne were exceptional! They made the tour special and could not do enough for all of us. The tour was very well organized, right down to the very last detail with good communication throughout. Great handouts and well-organized tours. The whale watching was the highlight of the trip for me (and probably others). All made a big difference for me.
I found the cost very reasonable, and the small group size was a major factor in my decision. Anything larger and we would have run into logistical issues, and it would become more impersonal.
Thank you again for a wonderful tour.
Jerry & Carrie, Moscow, ID
What a great time we had, it was everything we had hoped it would be – and more! Josie and Lorne were perfect Wagon-Masters. We couldn’t have asked for anything different or more from them, they went beyond our expectations and were absolutely perfect for the trip. The trip guide that was provided was also very helpful. Unlike other generic information packages, we’ve received in the past for other things, your manual was extremely useful and an excellent reference for where we had stayed and where we were going. We learned so much on this trip and are eager to take off on our own adventures in the future and hit some of those sites we caught glimpses of as we toured this time. Plus, it will be nice to spend a few months down there next year and stay away from this terrible Idaho weather longer!
We would be happy to provide a recommendation if needed for any future travelers as well. Keep us in mind for future events.
Thanks again for a great Baja adventure!
Dennis & Valorie, Eugene, OR
We enjoyed our RV caravan tour of Baja California and has no concerns about personal safety as the local residents were mostly masked against COVID. Fun experiences, great fish & shrimp tacos, and close and personal time with some gray whales.
We have been on several RV caravans and Freddie Washington was the best wagon master we have experienced. He had a wealth of experience in Baja, was friendly, attentive, and easy to deal with, he handled several difficult experiences with tact and firmness. We like him a lot and would be happy to travel with him again.
Liz & Bill, Kent, WA
We enjoyed the Baja Amigos tour and the group. Dave & Darlene did a great job with trying to make everyone happy with diverse likes and dislikes. We really enjoyed Mexico, the people and most of all the beaches. We learned to adapt to the campgrounds and the beach life. On some parts of our adventure Hwy 1 was a challange with our 43′ Class A motorhome but we slowed down and survived.
Happy trails,
Liz & Bill Howard
Kirk & Diane, Mission, BC
We really enjoyed our recent 40 Baja tour. Wagon-Masters Dave & Darlene were a wonderfull couple, dealing with all the planning, organizing and putting up with 14 strangers. We have nothing but good things to say about them and Cleo. Our tour group was actually 3 groups, 6 Californians, 4 from Seattle,and 4 Canadians. The trip was very informative, lots of good stops, however Playa Tecolote should have been less time because of the weather.
We had many great days,our group dinners, margarita night, pot luck night and group tours. We now feel prepared to go back on our own and visit our favorite places, but with a tow viehicle as we could have done and seen much more with one. I brought a inflateable paddle board with us and 4 of us learnt to paddle board,definitely a highlite for me. A great trip for us,many experiences, met some fun people and gained some new friends; can’t beat that.
Greg & Ann Janke, Lompoc, CA
This was a great and memorable trip. Some like to hang out in camp, we loved to explore. We would suggest longer in Los Barilles and perhaps less time at La Paz and Tecolote. Loreto was a favourite and Playa Santispac was perfect. 2 nights on the way back at Playa La Requeson and Gonzaga Beach were great and very memorable. Social activities were just about right. Great group and we were lucky to have good roads and Dave & Darlene to guide us. Thanks for ordering up a full moon eclipse and perfect sunrises.
Jim & Judy Tischer
We want to thank Dan & Lisa for the solid foundation they laid for our recent Baja trip, very well executed by our Wagon-Masters Dave & Darlene Smith throughout. Your collective advance attention to detail and preparation paid off well removing uncertainty for the tour participants especially given the Covid pandemic. This is especially noteworthy since few or no caravans had toured Baja since early 2020. The advance work and your 35 plus year Baja connections enabled the Smiths to safely navigate the uncertainty. Well Done!
