Uber launched its “Women Drivers” feature in Los Cabos during the first week of May 2026, giving female riders the ability to request a female driver through the app. Los Cabos is one of five Mexican cities chosen for the initial rollout, alongside Mexico City, Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Cancún.
The feature, known in Spanish as Uber Mujeres, is available daily from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. for on-demand rides. If no female driver is nearby within a reasonable wait time, the app asks riders whether they want to keep waiting or accept the closest available driver.
Three Ways to Use the Feature
Riders can access the Women Drivers option in three ways. They can activate it as a permanent preference in their account settings. They can schedule a ride up to 30 minutes in advance using Uber Reserve and lock in a female driver. Or they can select the option on the home screen for an immediate pickup.
The feature builds on Uber’s “Ellas” program, introduced in 2020, which allowed female drivers to accept only ride requests from women passengers. The new update flips that control to the rider side of the app. Uber first launched a version of this feature in Saudi Arabia in 2019 and now offers similar options in more than 40 countries, including Canada and the United States.
Important Limitations in Los Cabos
Uber operates in the downtown areas of Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, but the service does not cover all parts of the municipality. Availability of female drivers may be limited, particularly late at night or in less populated zones. Riders outside the 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. window may still be matched with male drivers to avoid being stranded.
One key restriction remains unchanged: Uber cannot legally pick up passengers at Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). The airport is classified as a federal zone, and the National Guard enforces the ban. Drivers caught operating there face fines of up to $2,500 USD and possible vehicle confiscation. This applies to all Uber ride types, including Women Drivers.
Part of a Broader Expansion
The rollout in Mexico follows Uber’s nationwide U.S. launch of the same feature in March 2026. The company has said it hopes the option will attract more female drivers to the platform. In both the U.S. and Mexico, Uber has faced growing demand for gender-specific ride options tied to personal safety concerns.
Users in Los Cabos should check the app to confirm the feature is active in their specific area, as coverage continues to expand. The Gringo Gazette first reported on the Los Cabos launch.