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Half-Day ATV, Zipline & Cenote Combo in Tulum's Jungle

Half-Day ATV, Zipline & Cenote Combo in Tulum's Jungle

Combine an ATV blast, five jungle zip lines and a swim in a crystal cenote on a single half-day outing near Tulum. This compact adventure pairs adrenaline with cultural context and an included Mayan lunch.

Tulum, Quintana Roo
5 hours
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Time it for morning light

Start early to avoid heat and dustier tracks; mornings also give calmer cenote waters and clearer photos.

Bring biodegradable sunscreen

Cenote ecosystems are sensitive; use reef-safe sunscreen or shower it off before entering the water.

Secure loose items

Use zippered pockets or a small dry bag—phones and sunglasses can be lost at speed on ATVs or zip lines.

Ask about mobility needs

Cenote entry and zip-line platforms require climbing stairs and ladders; request assistance if you have limited mobility.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Smaller, shaded cenote ledges perfect for quiet photos
  • Short forest paths where spider monkeys or coatis sometimes cross at dawn

Wildlife

  • Green iguana
  • Coati (nasua)

Conservation Note

Cenote and jungle habitats are fragile—stick to marked paths, avoid single-use plastics, and use biodegradable sunscreen to minimize impact.

Cenotes were central to Maya life and ritual; local guides often include a brief Mayan ceremony that honors that tradition.

What to Bring

Closed-toe trail shoesEssential

Protect feet on ATVs and provide traction on wet cenote steps.

Quick-dry clothingEssential

Dries fast after the cenote swim and is comfortable under a harness.

Biodegradable sunscreenEssential

Protects skin without harming cenote and marine ecosystems.

Small dry bag or zippered pouch

Keeps phone, cash and keys secure during ATV and zip-line sections.

Common Questions

How long is the tour?

The activity runs about five hours total, including transfers, safety briefings, ATV time, zip lines, cenote swim and lunch.

Is prior ATV experience required?

No; guides provide instruction and routes are designed for beginners, though basic balance and coordination are needed.

Can children participate?

Age and height limits vary by operator; check booking details and mention ages at reservation—you may need to sign waivers.

Are lockers or storage provided for belongings?

Most operators provide secure storage or suggest leaving valuables on the transport; bring a small dry bag for essentials.

Book This Experience

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Duration

5 hours

Location

Tulum, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Light to moderate fitness; able to climb stairs and handle short bursts of activity

Free cancellation available

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Half-Day ATV, Zipline & Cenote Combo in Tulum's Jungle - Tulum - Adventure Collective Travel