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Playa del Carmen Jungle Combo: ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure

Playa del Carmen Jungle Combo: ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure

Launch off six zip lines, pilot a single ATV over jungle trails, and finish with a swim in a crystalline cenote. This 5-hour combo from Playa del Carmen blends high-speed thrills with a cool geological payoff.

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
5 hours
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Wear closed-toe, grippy shoes

ATV trails are muddy and uneven; sturdy shoes protect your feet and improve control on the pedals.

Bring a refillable water bottle

You’ll be active in tropical heat—hydration stations or flavored waters are provided but a personal bottle keeps you topped up.

Use reef-safe sunscreen

Apply biodegradable sunscreen before swimming in the cenote to protect aquatic life and preserve water clarity.

Know the weight and age limits

The maximum weight is about 264 lb and you must be at least 16 to drive an ATV; plan accordingly for passengers and minors.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • A shallow cenote ledge ideal for snorkeling small caverns away from the main swim area
  • A birdwatching clearing along the ATV loop where toucans and parrots often perch at dawn

Wildlife

  • Howler monkeys
  • Tropical birds (toucans/parrots)

Conservation Note

Operators often ask guests to use biodegradable sunscreen and avoid single-use plastics—these measures help protect fragile cenote ecosystems and local groundwater.

Cenotes are karst sinkholes from collapsed limestone over the Yucatán aquifer; the Maya considered some cenotes sacred and used them in rituals and as freshwater sources.

What to Bring

Closed-toe trail shoesEssential

Protects feet on ATVs and provides traction on muddy paths.

Swimsuit & quick-dry towelEssential

Needed for the cenote swim and quick drying after water activities.

Reusable water bottleEssential

Keeps you hydrated between provided beverage stations.

Light long-sleeve shirt or rash guard

Blocks sun and reduces chafing from harnesses and brush on trails.

Common Questions

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes—round-trip transportation from Playa del Carmen and Cancun hotels is included; if your hotel isn’t listed you may be assigned a nearby meeting point.

Can children ride ATVs?

Drivers must be 16 or older; younger participants can ride as passengers if the operator permits and safety protocols are met.

Are zip lines safe for beginners?

Guides provide instruction and full safety gear; participants should be comfortable with moderate heights but no prior experience is required.

What should I bring money for?

Bring cash for tips, souvenirs, or optional extras; operators may not accept credit cards on site.

Book This Experience

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Duration

5 hours

Location

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness recommended—comfortable walking, basic endurance for short climbs and handling an ATV over uneven ground.

Free cancellation available

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