Big Bend National Park
&
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Boquillas, Mexico
$140 per person, plus tax
Have you been to Big Bend and wanted to explore more across the border? Cross the Rio Grande at the Boquillas Port of Entry, then drive the dirt roads to Las Norias, Jaboncillas, or San Vicente. The local guides will cook for you, take you hiking and exploring, while you enjoy camping in the mountains. Help us to bring opportunity to these small villages via tourism, be some of the 1st trips to visit these areas.
3 Day Las Norias- Basecamp at the old Puerto Rico Mine, and hike around the base of El Pico.
3 Day Jaboncillas- Basecamp at the entrance to Canon de Media Luna, and hike the canyon and explore a Native American Cave
3 Day San Vicente- Basecamp at the base of San Vicente mountain, and hike to the top and explore the old mine of the Spaniards
*All trips are customized, and combinations of different villages can be arranged.
*4 people minimum to book
*$200/day, per person
Mexico Tours
Just Beyond the Border
Boquillas del Carmen is a village on the banks of the Rio Grande in the Mexican state of Coahuila.
To start the trip to Boquillas you must ride across the Rio Grande in a row boat. From there it is a short walk into town or you can ride a burro or truck. This solar-powered village has a couple restaurants, a bar, a catholic church, school, and small hotel.
It does not take long to get a sense of community among the locals as they are remote in the Sierra Madre Mountains of Mexico.
Basic Itinerary:
9:00 a.m. Meet in Terlingua, TX or Rio Grande Village in Big Bend National Park
10:00 a.m. Optional hike into Boquillas, Canyon (1.4 miles, round trip)
11:00 Arrive at the Boquillas Border Crossing
11:15 a.m. Cross into Mexico via a ferry boat ride.
11:45 a.m. Arrive and explore the village of Boquillas, Mexico
12:15-1:00 p.m. Eat lunch at the Falcon's Restaurant, overlooking the Rio Grande
1:00-2:00 p.m. Shop in the village of Boquillas
2:00-3:00 p.m. Cross the border back to the United States- customs and immigrations
3:00-4:00 p.m. Return to Terlingua or Rio Grande Village
Sierra Del Carmens camping
Reserva Maderas del carmen
Operated by Boquillas Adventures -Your local partner for authentic cross-border ecotourism experiences in the Big Bend–Maderas del Carmen region. $1625 per person
Experience Overview
Discover one of Mexico’s most spectacular and least-visited protected wilderness
areas on a professionally guided 4-Day / 3-Night expedition into the heart of
the Maderas del Carmen Biosphere Reserve.
This exclusive small-group adventure combines breathtaking mountain scenery,
desert ecosystems, wildlife observation, cultural interpretation, and authentic
experiences in one of North America’s premier conservation landscapes.
Designed for travelers seeking remote wilderness, comfort, and meaningful
connections with nature, this expedition represents the finest ecotourism experience
available in northern Mexico.
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Friday – Monday
Departure Dates- 2026
September 4-7
October 2-5
November 20-23
November 27-30
Private departures for groups may also be arranged on request.
Minimum Group Size- 6 Participants
Included
• Three nights accommodation inside Maderas del Carmen
• All meals throughout the expedition
• Round-trip ground transportation from Boquillas
• Professional bilingual wilderness guide
• Entrance permits and CONANP conservation wristbands
• Complete logistics and expedition coordination
• Local support provided by Boquillas Adventures
Accommodation
Guests will stay in comfortable mountain cabins located within the Maderas del
Carmen Biosphere Reserve, providing an exceptional balance between wilderness
immersion and modern comfort.
The cabins feature:
• Private and shared bedrooms
• Comfortable beds with quality linens
• Private bathrooms with hot showers
• Electricity
• Outdoor dining area and gathering spaces
• Spectacular mountain views
• Secure and peaceful surroundings
The lodge has a maximum capacity of 12 guests, allowing us to maintain an
intimate atmosphere while providing personalized service and an exceptional
wilderness experience.
The limited capacity also ensures a low environmental impact and a high-quality
experience consistent with the conservation objectives of the Biosphere Reserve.
