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Cancun ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure: Jungle Ride, Aerial Canopy & Cave Swim

Cancun ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure: Jungle Ride, Aerial Canopy & Cave Swim

Throttle through jungle trails, fly across a verdant canopy on zip lines and cool off in a cavern cenote on this five‑hour adventure from Cancun. Expect a 40‑minute ATV circuit, four ziplines, two suspension bridges and a guided cenote swim.

Cancun, Quintana Roo
5 hours
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Bring closed‑toe shoes

ATV trails are muddy and rooty; sturdy sneakers or lightweight hiking shoes protect feet and improve control.

Carry a dry bag

Keep phones, documents and a light layer dry during the cenote swim and any sudden splashes on the ATVs.

Hydrate before departure

The tropical heat and physical activity demand extra water—drink well before pickup and accept provided breaks.

Bring ID for ATV drivers

A valid driver's license is required to drive an ATV solo or with a companion; bring it to check in.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Ask guides about nearby small cenotes used by locals for swimming—quieter than the main attraction
  • Observe early morning or late afternoon for better bird activity near the trail edges, including trogons and flycatchers

Wildlife

  • Howler monkeys
  • Tropical birds such as kingfishers and motmots

Conservation Note

Operators typically encourage reef‑safe sunscreen and minimal plastic use; stick to marked paths to reduce erosion and avoid touching cave formations to protect delicate limestone and aquatic life.

Cenotes formed when collapsed limestone exposed groundwater; the Maya regarded many cenotes as freshwater sources and ritual sites, a fact guides often reference during visits.

What to Bring

Closed‑toe trail shoesEssential

Protects feet on muddy trails and provides grip when mounting/dismounting ATVs.

Swimsuit & quick‑dry towelEssential

Needed for the cenote swim; dries quickly for the return trip.

Reef‑safe sunscreenEssential

Protects skin without harming cenote ecosystems; apply before arrival.

Small dry bag or ziplock

Keeps phone, wallet and small items dry during the cenote and on dusty trails.

Common Questions

Do I need a driver's license to ride an ATV?

Yes—a valid driver's license is required to operate an ATV; riders under set ages can ride as passengers per tour rules.

Is the cenote swim safe for non‑swimmers?

Non‑swimmers can usually participate with a life jacket provided by the operator; disclose your comfort level to guides before entering the water.

What should I wear for the zipline and bridges?

Wear comfortable, fitted clothing and closed‑toe shoes; remove loose jewelry and secure long hair for harnessed aerial sections.

Are lockers or storage available?

Most operators provide a small staging area and may offer lockers or supervised storage for valuables—confirm at booking and bring a dry bag for fragile items.

Book This Experience

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Duration

5 hours

Location

Cancun, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness: able to handle short bursts of physical exertion, balance on an ATV, and swim in open cenote water.

Free cancellation available

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