ATV and Zipline Adventure with a Sacred Mayan Cenote near Playa del Carmen
Combine high-speed ATV runs, canopy ziplines and a cooling dip in a true Mayan cenote on this five-hour jungle circuit near Playa del Carmen. Certified guides, round-trip transport from many hotels, and a chance to see karst limestone formations up close make it a compact, memorable adventure.
The Experience
Before You Go
Wear closed-toe shoes
ATV trails are sandy and can be rocky—sturdy sneakers or trail shoes protect your feet and give better control.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply before arrival and reapply once you’re out of the cenote area to protect local ecosystems.
Hydrate before and after
Five hours in tropical heat with bursts of exertion means bring water and drink regularly; guides provide snacks but not always full hydration.
Mind the weight limit
Zipline equipment has a strict 130 kg (286 lb) maximum—check with the provider in advance if you’re near that limit.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •A quieter cenote alcove off the main swim area where morning light makes the water glassy
- •A short jungle spur trail near the ATV circuit that opens to a low limestone outcrop for quick birdwatching
Wildlife
- •Mexican green iguana
- •Coatimundi (coati)
Conservation Note
Use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid soaps in the cenote, stay on marked trails, and carry out any trash—these actions help protect fragile groundwater and jungle habitats.
Cenotes are exposed sinkholes in Yucatán’s karst limestone; the Maya used many as freshwater sources and ritual sites, giving them cultural significance alongside practical value.
What to Bring
Closed-toe trail shoesEssential
Protects feet on sandy, uneven ATV trails and provides grip for platforms.
Swimwear and quick-dry towelEssential
Pack swimwear under clothes for a quick cenote dip and a towel to dry off afterward.
Reef-safe sunscreenEssential
Protects your skin and prevents chemicals from entering the cenote and coastal systems.
Reusable water bottle and small dry bagEssential
Keeps you hydrated and your phone/camera protected while you ride and swim.
Common Questions
Is hotel pickup included?
Round-trip transportation from many hotels in Cancun and the Riviera Maya is included; confirm your pickup point when booking.
What is the zipline weight limit?
The zipline has a maximum weight limit of 130 kg (286 lb); participants above this limit cannot ride for safety reasons.
Are there health restrictions?
Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or serious cardiovascular conditions; the provider lists these restrictions and will ask health questions at booking.
How long is the tour and how many people per group?
The experience lasts about five hours and runs as a shared activity with up to 15 travelers per group, with certified guides supervising each station.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
5 hours
Location
Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people in reasonable health; requires basic mobility to mount ATVs and handle short climbs to zipline platforms.
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