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ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure from Cancun — Jungle Rides and Cenote Swim

ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure from Cancun — Jungle Rides and Cenote Swim

Combine jungle ATVs, a treetop zipline circuit and a swim in a sacred cenote on this 5–6 hour adventure from Cancún. Expect muddy trails, secure harnessed ziplines and a refreshing Mayan lunch to cap the day.

Cancun, Quintana Roo
5–6 hours
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Bring biodegradable sunscreen

Cenotes are sensitive ecosystems—use biodegradable sunscreen and rinse off before entering the water.

Wear closed-toe shoes

ATV trails are muddy with occasional water crossings; sturdy shoes protect feet and improve control.

Hydrate and time your trip

Start in the morning to avoid afternoon storms and heat; drink water before and during the tour.

Secure loose items

Use a small waterproof pack or locker—phones and cameras can be damaged on ATVs and ziplines.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Small roadside Mayan spice stalls near the meeting area serving pickled habanero and roasted pumpkin seeds
  • A quiet shallow ledge in the cenote where light filters through a roof opening—great for photos and a cooler dip

Wildlife

  • Great kiskadee (vocal jungle bird)
  • Howler monkey (distant calls in early morning)

Conservation Note

Operators rely on established cenote etiquette—no sunscreen or glitter-based products in the water and limited group sizes—to protect fragile aquatic habitats and water clarity.

Cenotes were vital freshwater sources and ritual sites for the Maya; many caves in the Yucatán formed as rainwater dissolved limestone over millennia creating the sinkholes visitors swim in today.

What to Bring

Closed-toe trail shoesEssential

Protects feet on muddy trails and offers grip for ATV controls.

Swimsuit and quick-dry towelEssential

For the cenote swim and to change into dry clothes after the water.

Lightweight rain jacket

Useful for sudden tropical showers common in late summer and fall.

Biodegradable insect repellentEssential

Keeps mosquitoes at bay during jungle stretches without harming the cenote.

Common Questions

What is the minimum age to participate?

Children can join supervised activities; the operator lists a minimum age of 4 for general participation, 16 to drive an ATV with an adult, and 18 to drive a single ATV.

Is previous ATV experience required?

No prior ATV experience is required—guides provide orientation and safety briefings, but drivers must be comfortable operating a vehicle over uneven terrain.

Can non-swimmers participate in the cenote swim?

Life jackets are provided and guides supervise swims, but basic swimming comfort is recommended; non-swimmers should notify staff for extra assistance.

Are helmets and harnesses provided?

Yes—helmets for ATVs and certified harnesses for the zipline are provided and maintained to international safety standards.

Book This Experience

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Duration

5–6 hours

Location

Cancun, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

challenging

Fitness Level

Good cardiovascular fitness and basic mobility are required; participants should handle short bursts of exertion and entry/exit from vehicles and water.

Free cancellation available

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