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Mayan Jungle Adventure: ATV, Zipline, Horseback & Cenote Swim from Cancun

Mayan Jungle Adventure: ATV, Zipline, Horseback & Cenote Swim from Cancun

A compact, action‑packed half‑day that pairs shared ATVs, tree‑top ziplines, gentle horseback rides and a refreshing cenote swim. Ideal for travelers wanting variety and a taste of the Yucatán’s karst landscape with roundtrip transport from Cancun.

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

The Experience

Before You Go

Bring swimwear under clothes

Wear a swimsuit under quick‑dry clothing so you can move from zipline or ride straight into the cenote without wasting time.

Closed‑toe shoes for ATVs and riding

Sturdy, closed shoes or light hiking boots protect your feet during the ATV circuit and while mounting horses.

Waterproof phone pouch

A sealed pouch keeps your phone safe during the cenote swim and on dusty ATV sections.

Carry small local cash

Bring smaller bills for tips, snacks or vendors—card acceptance is limited on site.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Look for patches of wild bromeliads along the ATV route—good photo spots away from the crowds
  • Ask guides about nearby sinkhole formations; smaller, local cenotes often host clearer swim areas than larger tourist sites

Wildlife

  • Green iguana
  • Tropical bird species such as motmots and kingfishers

Conservation Note

Operators increasingly limit group sizes and avoid motor routes near fragile cenote edges; stick to marked paths and use reef‑safe sunscreen to reduce local impact.

The Yucatán’s limestone terrain carved sinkholes over millennia; cenotes were freshwater sources and sacred sites for the Maya, integral to settlement patterns.

What to Bring

Swimsuit and quick‑dry towelEssential

Essential for the cenote swim and quick drying between activities.

Closed‑toe shoes (sneakers or light hiking boots)Essential

Protects feet during ATV driving and while handling horses.

Insect repellent and reef‑safe sunscreenEssential

Keeps bugs away in the jungle and protects skin during sun‑exposed ziplines.

Waterproof phone pouch or dry bag

Protects electronics from water and dust during the cenote swim and ATV ride.

Common Questions

Do I need previous ATV or zipline experience?

No—briefings and supervised runs are provided for beginners; ATVs are shared and instructors guide the circuit.

Are transfers included from hotel areas?

Yes—roundtrip transport from Cancun and Playa del Carmen is included; pickup times vary by location.

Can children participate?

Children can join most activities, though drivers must be 16+ to operate an ATV and infants must sit on laps; check age limits for each element.

Is food provided and are dietary needs accommodated?

Lunch (chicken fajitas with rice and beans) is included; inform the operator of vegetarian or allergy needs when booking.

Book This Experience

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Duration

5–6 hours

Location

Cancun, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Reasonable mobility and basic cardiovascular fitness; activities are low‑impact but may require short bursts of balance and climbing.

Free cancellation available

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