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Playa del Carmen Jungle Zipline, ATV & Cenote Adventure — Full-Day Combo

Playa del Carmen Jungle Zipline, ATV & Cenote Adventure — Full-Day Combo

Combine high-speed zip lines, an off-road ATV loop, and a refreshing swim in a semi-open cenote on a four-hour excursion from Playa del Carmen. This full-day combo blends adrenaline with natural history and straightforward logistics.

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

The Experience

Before You Go

Bring biodegradable sunscreen

Cenote ecosystems are sensitive—use reef-safe, biodegradable sunscreen and reapply before entering the water.

Wear closed-toe shoes

ATV trails are dusty and rocky; sturdy sneakers or hiking shoes protect feet and improve control.

Carry a dry bag

Keep electronics and extra cash dry during the cenote swim and on the ATV ride; many operators offer small lockers for a fee.

Know the weight and age limits

Maximum passenger weight is 264 lb and drivers must be 16+; check limits before booking to avoid disappointment.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Ask guides about small side caverns in the cenote system where light creates dramatic shafts.
  • Look for a quieter observation platform at the end of the zipline course for unobstructed canopy views.

Wildlife

  • Howler monkeys
  • Green iguanas

Conservation Note

Visitors are asked to use biodegradable products and follow stay-on-trail rules to protect fragile cenote water quality and jungle regrowth.

Cenotes were central to Maya spiritual life and many served as freshwater sources and ritual sites; the karst landscape here formed over millions of years of limestone dissolution.

What to Bring

Closed-toe trail shoesEssential

Protects feet on ATVs and provides grip on wet cenote platforms.

Swimsuit and quick-dry towelEssential

You’ll swim in a semi-open cenote—pack a towel and quick-dry layer.

Biodegradable insect repellent and reef-safe sunscreenEssential

Protects you and the cenote ecosystem from harmful chemicals.

Small dry bag or zip-locks

Keeps phone, cash, and documents safe during water and ATV sections.

Common Questions

How long is the tour door-to-door?

The listed duration is about four hours including transfers from Playa del Carmen hotel lobbies; exact timing depends on pickup schedules.

Can I drive the ATV if I'm under 16?

No—drivers must be at least 16 years old; participants under 16 can ride as passengers with an accompanying adult.

Is the cenote swim suitable for non-swimmers?

Lifejackets are provided and guides supervise, but basic swimming ability or comfort in water is recommended.

What forms of payment are accepted on-site?

The operator does not accept credit cards on site; bring cash for optional insurance, lockers, or tips.

Book This Experience

Check Availability

Duration

4 hours

Location

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness—able to climb short ladders, control an ATV for short bursts, and swim in open water.

Free cancellation available

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