Cancun: Horseback Riding, Ziplines & Cenote with Tequila Tasting

Summary

Jungle rides ziplining cenote swims tequila tasting lunch

You’ll ride horses through Cancun’s jungle trails, soar over treetops on ziplines, and cool off with a swim in an underground cenote—all with a local guide who keeps things lighthearted. Lunch and tequila tasting are included, plus hotel pickup so you don’t have to stress about transport. Expect laughter, new friends, and maybe a little courage you didn’t know you had.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the horses to be so calm. I mean, I’ve seen horseback riding tours before in Cancun but never actually tried one—turns out it’s way less intimidating than I thought. Our guide, Luis, handed me the reins and said something about “relaxing into it.” The air smelled like wet earth and sunscreen (probably just me), and there was this soft crunch under the hooves as we wound through the trees. It wasn’t rushed at all. My horse kept stopping to sniff everything—Luis called him “el curioso,” which made everyone laugh.

After that we swapped saddles for harnesses—ziplining is always a weird mix of nerves and excitement for me. You hear birds up there, but also your own heartbeat if you’re like me. The view from above the canopy was wild, just endless green and flashes of sunlight through the leaves. There were hanging bridges too (I wobbled a lot; no shame). And then came the cenote part—I’d heard about these freshwater pools but never really pictured how cool they feel after sweating in the jungle. It’s cold at first but then just…quiet and blue. Someone did a backflip off the edge; I stuck to the stairs.

Lunch was simple—cochinita tacos with a glass of water (they had vegan snacks too). There was a tequila tasting right after; I tried to pronounce “reposado” properly but failed spectacularly—Luis grinned and poured anyway. The whole group kind of loosened up after that. We sat around swapping stories while our clothes dried out in patches from the cenote swim. Photos were available for purchase but honestly, some moments are better kept off-camera.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Zipline, ATV, and Cenote Adventure

• Pickup at hotel in Cancun or Riviera Maya
• Travel to Mayan Jungle Rush
• Zipline through jungle trees
• Cross hanging bridges
• Ride ATV on jungle trails
• Swim or zipline in cenote
• Enjoy light snack at base
• Return to Cancun or Riviera Maya

Top questions

How long is the horseback riding part?

The horseback riding lasts about 30 minutes as part of the tour circuit.

Is hotel pickup included from Playa del Carmen?

Pickup from Playa del Carmen is only available for morning tours.

What do you get for lunch on this tour?

You’ll get two cochinita tacos (pork) or a vegan snack with a glass of water included.

Are there weight limits for ziplines or horseback riding?

The weight limit is 286 pounds (130 kg) for ziplines and 264 pounds (120 kg) for horseback riding.

Can you swim in the cenote?

Yes, swimming in the freshwater cenote is part of the experience—you can jump in or use stairs to enter.

Is this Cancun adventure suitable for beginners?

You should have at least moderate physical fitness; not recommended for those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

Does this tour include tequila tasting?

Yes, there’s a tequila tasting included after lunch at the base camp area.

What’s included

Your day includes roundtrip hotel pickup from Cancun or Riviera Maya (morning only from Playa del Carmen), all entry fees, four zipline circuits with hanging bridges, thirty minutes of horseback riding through jungle trails, swimming time at a freshwater cenote with optional cliff jump or stairs access, insurance for ATV activities even though ATVs aren’t always highlighted up front, lunch with your choice of cochinita tacos or vegan snack plus water, and a local tequila tasting before heading back home.