Riviera Maya Jungle Zipline & ATV Adventure with Cenote Swim
Soar above the canopy, mud-spray your way through jungle trails on an ATV, then cool off in a sacred cenote. This 5–6 hour Riviera Maya combo pairs a 60-minute zipline circuit with an hour of ATV riding and a cenote swim, plus a Yucatecan snack and round-trip transfer from Cancún.
The Experience
Before You Go
Arrive hydrated
Start hydrated—tropical heat and physical activity make water essential; flavored water is provided but carry a reusable bottle for the transfer.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Sturdy, mud-ready footwear protects your feet for both ATV sections and short jungle walks.
Leave sunscreen off before cenote swim
Most cenotes prohibit lotion or sunscreen to protect water quality—pack biodegradable options for after you exit.
Follow guide briefings
Guides deliver critical safety instructions for ziplines and ATVs—listen closely and ask questions before you ride.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Look for small rock formations near the cenote rim where local guide stories explain Mayan rituals.
- •Ask to visit a nearby shaded hammock area—quiet spots where guides often share local plant and medicinal lore.
Wildlife
- •Crested caracara (raptor)
- •Howler monkeys or local coatis near forest edges
Conservation Note
Operators often enforce no-sunscreen-in-water policies and limit vehicle routes to reduce erosion; choose providers who follow local conservation and waste-management practices.
Cenotes were vital to ancient Maya life and ritual—many were considered portals to the underworld and sources of freshwater for settlements across the Yucatán.
What to Bring
Closed-toe trail shoesEssential
Protects feet on muddy ATV trails and provides grip during brief hikes and platforms.
Swimsuit and quick-dry towelEssential
Needed for the cenote swim and to dry off quickly before the return transfer.
Reusable water bottleEssential
Staying hydrated on arrival and during transfer reduces heat stress in tropical conditions.
Light rain shell or zippered layer
A compact shell helps if brief tropical showers pop up, especially during late summer and fall.
Common Questions
Do I need driving experience to ride an ATV?
No prior experience is required; instructors give a short training session—drivers must be 16+ to operate with an adult or 18+ to drive solo, and weight limits apply.
Is the cenote swim safe for non-swimmers?
Open cenotes are monitored by guides and flotation aids are usually available, but non-swimmers should inform staff and stay in shallower areas or wear life jackets.
What is included in the tour price?
Typical inclusions are round-trip transport from Cancún, safety equipment, shared ATV and zipline usage, cenote entrance, and a light Yucatecan lunch with flavored water.
Can pregnant travelers participate?
No—this tour is not recommended for pregnant guests or those with serious back or heart conditions due to the physical nature of ziplines and ATVs.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
5–6 hours
Location
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Moderately fit—able to handle short bursts of physical exertion, climb platforms and operate an ATV for up to an hour.
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