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Cancun Adventure Tour: Ziplines, ATVs & Cenote Swim with Lunch

Cancun Adventure Tour: Ziplines, ATVs & Cenote Swim with Lunch

A five-hour half-day adventure in the Yucatán jungle: fly ziplines, tackle rocky ATV trails, and cool off in a limestone cenote, all with hotel pickup and a hearty lunch. Practical, social, and high-energy — ideal for travelers who want variety in one outing.

Cancun, Quintana Roo
5 hours
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Bring closed-toe shoes

Ziplines and ATVs require sturdy footwear — sneakers or hiking shoes protect your feet and improve control on trails.

Use biodegradable sunscreen

Apply reef-safe sunscreen before the cenote swim; many operators ask you to avoid lotions in the water to protect the formation.

Carry ID and medical info

Tours check age/weight and may require ID for pickup — bring any allergy or medication info for guides.

Hydrate early and often

Start hydrating before pickup; jungle heat and physical activity increase your need for water during the five-hour tour.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Ask guides about smaller cenote alcoves off the main pool for quieter swims
  • Short birding trails near the site are rewarding at dawn for tropical species sightings

Wildlife

  • Iguanas
  • Coatis

Conservation Note

Operators encourage no-sunscreen swims in cenotes and limit ATV routes to designated tracks to reduce erosion and protect fragile cave systems.

Cenotes are openings to the Yucatán’s limestone aquifer and held central importance to ancient Maya as freshwater sources and ceremonial sites.

What to Bring

Closed-toe sneakers or trail shoesEssential

Protects feet during ziplines, hanging-bridge crossings, and ATV rides.

Swimsuit and quick-dry towelEssential

Necessary for the cenote swim and for changing afterward.

Biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreenEssential

Protects skin while minimizing impact to the cenote and local waterways.

Small daypack with water bottle

Holds personal items, extra layers, and hydration for the half-day tour.

Common Questions

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes — pickup is typically offered from hotels in Cancun and Puerto Morelos; confirm your pickup point when booking.

Are there weight or age limits for ziplines and ATVs?

Yes — operators enforce weight and sometimes age limits for safety; provide ages and weights when asked during booking.

Can I cliff-jump in the cenote?

Often yes — most cenote areas include optional cliff jumps and stairs for entry, but follow guide instructions and respect posted limits.

Are photos included?

Photos are frequently available for purchase after the tour; some operators offer them for an extra fee rather than including them in the price.

Book This Experience

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Duration

5 hours

Location

Cancun, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Light to moderate fitness; able to climb stairs, handle short ATV rides, and tolerate brief physical exertion.

Free cancellation available

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