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Tulum ATV, Cenote & Zipline Adventure: Ruins to Cavern Swim (All-Inclusive)

Tulum ATV, Cenote & Zipline Adventure: Ruins to Cavern Swim (All-Inclusive)

Power an ATV from cliff-top Mayan ruins to a jungle zipline, then cool off with a cenote cave swim. This all-inclusive Tulum combo packs history, geology, and adrenaline into a single day.

Tulum, Quintana Roo
7 hours
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Wear closed-toe shoes

ATV tracks are dusty and rocky—sturdy sneakers or light hiking shoes protect feet and improve control.

Rinse before the cenote

Skip lotions and make-up before entering the cenote to protect delicate cave ecosystems.

Bring a waterproof bag

Keep phones and passports dry during the zipline and cenote segments—many tours provide lockers but a drybag adds security.

Know the weight limits

Zipline systems have a maximum weight (about 310 lb/140 kg) and some activities exclude those with serious spinal or heart conditions.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Cenote Calavera — a nearby small cenote with ladder access and fewer crowds
  • Punta Laguna — a reserve slightly inland known for spider monkeys and canoe routes

Wildlife

  • Green iguana
  • Frigatebird

Conservation Note

Cenotes are fragile freshwater systems; avoid sunscreen and soaps before swimming, follow guide instructions, and support local conservation fees if offered.

Tulum is a Postclassic Maya site that functioned as a coastal trading port and ceremonial center, its cliffside location reflecting strategic maritime value.

What to Bring

Closed-toe shoesEssential

Protects feet on ATVs and uneven trails

Swimwear & quick-dry towelEssential

Needed for the cenote swim and dries quickly between activities

Biodegradable sunscreenEssential

Reduces chemical impact on cenote water while protecting skin from strong sun

Light rain jacket

Useful during sudden tropical showers in the rainy season

Common Questions

Is prior ATV experience required?

No — guides provide a safety briefing and basic instruction; novice riders can take it slowly on marked routes.

Are entrance fees included for the Tulum ruins?

Entrance fee to the archaeological site (approx. $25 USD) may be payable on arrival per tour details—confirm when booking.

What are the age and weight restrictions?

Children generally accepted from age 4; zipline weight maximum is about 310 lb (140 kg). Pregnant guests may be restricted after early months.

Is transportation provided?

Yes — most tours include round-trip transport with air-conditioned vehicles and specified meeting or pickup points if the group is small.

Book This Experience

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Duration

7 hours

Location

Tulum, Quintana Roo

Difficulty

moderate

Fitness Level

Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness who can handle short hikes, ATV handling, and swimming in low-light cavern water

Free cancellation available

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