Tankah Eco-Adventure: Explore Four Cenotes, Zipline the Jungle & Taste Mayan Lunch
Swap Tulum’s beaches for a day of caverns, clear-water cenotes and canopy ziplines. This Tankah Eco-Adventure blends easy hiking, snorkeling and a community-prepared Mayan lunch with practical guidance for a low-impact day in the jungle.
The Experience
Before You Go
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Only biodegradable sunscreen is allowed—regular sunscreen can harm freshwater ecosystems and nearby reefs.
Wear sturdy water shoes
Trails and cenote edges are rocky and slippery; water shoes with traction protect feet during swims and canoeing.
Bring a small dry bag
A compact dry bag keeps keys, medications and a travel wallet safe during canoeing and snorkeling.
Expect device restrictions
Phones and selfie sticks are often banned on activity segments—secure pictures before or after guided elements.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Visit the small community market at Tankah village for handmade tortillas and local crafts.
- •Opt for the canoe-only cenote in the reserve for quieter water and bird activity away from larger swim holes.
Wildlife
- •Green iguanas
- •Tropical kingfishers
Conservation Note
The reserve collects an environmental management fee and enforces biodegradable-sunscreen rules; visitors are asked to avoid single-use plastics and follow guide instructions to protect fragile ecosystems.
Cenotes formed when the Yucatán’s limestone roof collapsed into subterranean rivers; for the Maya these freshwater pockets were essential to survival and sometimes used in ceremonial life.
What to Bring
Water shoesEssential
Protects feet on rocky cenote edges and provides traction in slippery areas.
Biodegradable sunscreenEssential
Protects skin while meeting park rules and minimizing ecological impact.
Quick-dry clothing and swimwearEssential
Dries fast after snorkeling or canoeing and is comfortable in humid heat.
Small dry bag
Keeps valuables dry during canoeing and water activities.
Common Questions
How long is the Tankah Eco-Adventure?
The full experience runs about 5 hours, including roundtrip transport from the meeting point, guided activities at multiple cenotes, and lunch.
Do I need to be able to swim?
Basic swimming ability is recommended—life vests are provided for snorkeling and canoeing, but you will enter open water in cenotes.
Are cameras or phones allowed during activities?
To protect safety and fragile sites, phones and selfie sticks are often restricted during active elements; ask the guide where photos are permitted.
Is transportation included from Tulum?
Roundtrip transportation from the meeting point is included—confirm exact pickup location and time on your voucher.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
5 hours
Location
Tulum, Quintana Roo
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable entering water, climbing short ladders and walking uneven paths.
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