I have recently driven my 24 foot motor home from British Columbia to La Paz and back. I would recommend "Camping Mexico's Baja" by Mike and Terri Church as a good guide book for travelling in Baja. They list many side trips of varying difficulty. Note that you CANNOT necessarily camp on any beach that you happen to drive to. Some beaches are part of Ejido(communal) Land. You may just need to ask for permission or pay a small fee. Keep enough Peso on hand to fill up your tank as once in a while you will come across a Pemex that cannot take credit cards. While on the subject of gas I should mention there is a stretch of Hwy 1 from El Rosario to almost Guerrero Negro that is 195 miles with no gas stations so always fill up in El Rosario or Guerrero Negro.
@krokus19723 жыл бұрын
in 1990 me and a buddy drove to scorpion bay in a '63 gmc truck we had just finsihed and engine rebuild on. we stayed there for a month living on a warm keg of beer and cup o noodles. we were so young and careless. we made it though, no issues, a few breakdowns but nothing major.
@travellingsimon5 жыл бұрын
The Mexican Tourist Card (commonly called FMM) is free if you will be in Baja for less than 7 days. Also, while you can complete the from online, it is only valid if stamped by a Mexican immigration officer at the border. Thanks for another great video.
@viggomeister5 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Your last point was good. Always go with at least another vehicle. It's always good to have someone to help you in recovery, emergencies and protection.
@tblue19044 жыл бұрын
You don’t need any of that paperwork but the one day they ask for it it makes everything more complicated
@patricktompkins57042 жыл бұрын
My boss sent me and a friend on a cruise to San Lucas and the entire time I wished I had done it as a road trip. It's definitely now on my 5 year plan to overland it.
@TheTravelingTogetherJournal5 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Michael is correct that you don't need a Vehicle permit(TIP) for Baja, but anyone considering taking the ferry to Mainland should get a TIP at the border upon entry. The ferry port in La Paz has not been consistent on whether or not they provide TIP and if they say no, you'll have to go back to the USA border to get one.
@SonoranSpaceProgram5 жыл бұрын
Same goes for the Sonoran Free Zone (the northwest corner of Sonora, MX), you won't need a TIP or Visa if you stay in the free zone
@FabianRodriguez-vn8kg5 жыл бұрын
Hey besides not bringing fire arms into México you also should never bring ammo it is the same crime as bringing guns, check your car before even an empty shell can cause you problems. Safe trips and hope you enjoy Mexico
@hankgs5 жыл бұрын
Great vid... Only thing I feel uncomfortable with is driving solo-
@GoatOffroad5 жыл бұрын
Great video you guys! We have been talking about doing this trip and have not taken the time to research what would be required. Thanks for all the info! 🐞IIII🐞
@duanehogberg88333 жыл бұрын
I crossed at Tecate it was a nice easy crossing with no line ups when we crossed.
@bristleconepinus23783 жыл бұрын
we used to jump the fence there when we were 17...tall fence.
@intercoursechef Жыл бұрын
5 year plan to move to Loreto/La Paz and escape b.s. winter in Canada. Thank you for these valuable tips.
@jsand90995 жыл бұрын
Keep in mind, Mexico does not honor amateur radio licenses from the United States. Just an FYI. Great videos keep them coming.
@JohnHMoore5 жыл бұрын
What kind of radio is legal to use down there, then?
@bladenrexroth25555 жыл бұрын
Love the clips with Jake. It's just weird seeing Izzy.
@nikkoandlee39385 жыл бұрын
Very informative video. Thank you Michael. We are interested in visiting Tijuana and would love to cross the border with you guys sometime later this year or next. We also cant wait to see you guys at Overland Expo West this year. The rig is looking great!
@OverlandBound5 жыл бұрын
We’ll see you there!
@hankgs5 жыл бұрын
If you just want to visit TJ, park your car in the border lot or better yet, in San Diego and take the Trolly down to the crossing- Then hire a Tijuana Taxi...
@marcin44973 жыл бұрын
I am from Canada and off-roading in Baja is on my list to experience.
@sweendawg72746 ай бұрын
Do it before truedau has u on your knees
@avengedor2923 Жыл бұрын
Seeing Jake and Jade in this was nice. Hope he’s doing well. Been a while since he’s posted.
@phunguyen60392 жыл бұрын
Mx insurance is it a must like California ? Policeman give ticket if don't have???
@hautala884 жыл бұрын
Peep the Dodge Ram with the camper @ 3:13 lol
@cbh765 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting! Very helpful info.
@SAPPER5105 жыл бұрын
Here's a helpful tip, either you are fluent in Spanish or have someone in your group that is.
@43daheat Жыл бұрын
Great info thanks
@robm799 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Kerry66913 жыл бұрын
Great video, concise. Top notch.
@totoelpayasoloco7426 Жыл бұрын
saludos un dia vengan a San Luis Potosí area huasteca estate ¡
@odin2271ify Жыл бұрын
Cool video 😎
@WTFSoCal5 жыл бұрын
Very good info, thanks Michael! man I have been a CCW for way too long to feel remotely cool with leaving my carry gun at home... but guess its better than 15 years in a Mexican prison, right :-P, thanks for the video ! #17513
@daesfu5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very informative video.
@wallyhendricks36215 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you!
@davidmrounds22175 жыл бұрын
Very informative and useful video!!!
@Jeep795 жыл бұрын
Great video cheers from the cuban of Tampa fl
@Designer_TopG2 жыл бұрын
.....but going back the other way. ( is a different story my friend ....) Then we check you papeles my friend
@nosnerd19675 жыл бұрын
Love the vids
@mediaxpuppet4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic vid.
@MissionOffRoad5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Crossing the border in on my bucket list. What currency should we have?
@jps11455 жыл бұрын
Way easier to deal with Pesos. The merchants in the smaller towns may not know the current exchange rates. Most Pemex stations will take credit cards also.
@MrStevoovets5 жыл бұрын
Cant forget a rad toyota!
@bonefishboards4 жыл бұрын
Hey, hey, I have a Prius :)
@willyrisco96185 жыл бұрын
Is OB doing a group trip to Baja anytime soon?
@benkamber94122 жыл бұрын
What kind of chairs do you have?
@OverlandBound2 жыл бұрын
Helinox!
@RestaurantSeatingDesigner3 жыл бұрын
About the night life, please
@kw91303 жыл бұрын
Is it problematic to rent a car in California US and drive it to and back from Baja?
@SundayCookingRemix2 жыл бұрын
yes
@hudson7684 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Video. Do you ever experience the gas station attendants trying to rip you off?
@stoggie955 жыл бұрын
Vehicle ownership? Is that the same as your vehicle registration? Great video.
@josefinaescribano74673 жыл бұрын
I want to take my class C motor home
@Hobo_Juanito5 жыл бұрын
Is Low sulfur diesel readily available in Baja? Thank you.
@OverlandBound5 жыл бұрын
This is VERY hard to confirm but anecdotal evidence has been suggesting that the fuel in the Southern Baja is now ULSD with one sample tested at 6.3ppm, however, Pemex will not confirm.
@Hobo_Juanito5 жыл бұрын
@@OverlandBound Thanks!
@TheDudek75 жыл бұрын
Have friend who drove his sprinter to southern Baja and he carried his own low surfur diesel.
@Hobo_Juanito5 жыл бұрын
@@TheDudek7 With the price of diesel in California I may haul my own when I visit the State as well...
@jkitchens715 жыл бұрын
When you speak of original documents....your not saying bring the actual title to the vehicle are you?