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ATV, Zipline & Jaguar Cenote Adventure from Cancún — Riviera Maya Day Tour

ATV, Zipline & Jaguar Cenote Adventure from Cancún — Riviera Maya Day Tour

Throttle through jungle trails, fly across six zip lines and cool off in a crystalline cenote on this half-day Riviera Maya tour. Expect muddy tracks, an easy ropes course, and a wood-fired lunch after a refreshing swim in Jaguar Cenote.

Cancún, Quintana Roo
4–5 hours
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes

ATV trails are uneven and can be muddy—good shoes protect toes and improve control.

Bring a small dry bag

Keep your phone and wallet dry for the cenote swim and sudden rain showers.

Hydrate before and after

Tropical heat and physical activity dehydrate quickly—carry water and sip regularly.

Secure loose items

Remove jewelry and tightly stow hats—ATV speeds and ziplines can dislodge items.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Walk the short jungle trails behind the platforms for quiet birdwatching between activities
  • Ask to see local cooking methods—wood-fired grill for lunch reflects regional techniques

Wildlife

  • Great-tailed grackle
  • Howler monkeys (occasional)

Conservation Note

Respect posted rules at the cenote—use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid soap in the water, and follow guide directions to limit erosion and protect fragile limestone formations.

Cenotes are natural sinkholes formed by karst limestone collapse; Maya settlements depended on them for water and ritual, so many cenote sites have long cultural significance.

What to Bring

Closed-toe trail shoesEssential

Protects feet on ATVs and provides grip on wet platforms.

Quick-dry clothingEssential

Dries fast after the cenote swim and is comfortable under gear.

Waterproof phone case or dry bagEssential

Keeps electronics and documents dry during the swim and in rain.

Reef-safe sunscreen and hat

Protects skin from strong sun without harming local waterways.

Common Questions

Are ATV drivers required to have prior experience?

No formal experience is required; guides give a safety briefing and basic instruction—however, you should be comfortable operating a manual ATV at slow to moderate speeds.

Can children participate?

The park advertises family-friendly activities, but age and weight limits vary—check with the operator for minimum age and whether double-riding is allowed.

Is the cenote swim lifeguarded?

Life jackets are provided; swims are supervised by staff but not typically lifeguarded in a pool sense—strong swimmers should still exercise caution and follow guide instructions.

What happens in bad weather?

Ziplines may close during heavy rain or high winds; the operator can cancel and offers refunds if canceled at least 24 hours ahead or for unsafe conditions.

Book This Experience

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Duration

4–5 hours

Location

Cancún, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness—comfortable with short bursts of exertion, scrambling, and 20–30 minutes of swimming.

Free cancellation available

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ATV, Zipline & Jaguar Cenote Adventure from Cancún — Riviera Maya Day Tour - Cancún - Adventure Collective Travel