Cancun & Riviera Maya: ATV, Ziplines, Cenote Swim & Lunch

Summary

Jungle thrills ziplining ATVs cenote swim and Mexican lunch near Cancun

You’ll race through jungle treetops on ziplines near Cancun, tackle muddy trails by ATV or Polaris buggy, then cool off swimming in a hidden cenote with locals guiding you along the way. Lunch is included—expect real Mexican flavors—and there’s hotel pickup too. It’s equal parts thrill and laughter with space for calm at the finish.

What’s the experience like?

We were already halfway up the first platform before I realized my hands were shaking — not from fear exactly, but that weird mix of nerves and excitement you get when you’re about to do something totally out of your comfort zone. Our guide, Miguel, grinned at me and said something about “vuelo de pájaro” — bird flight — right before clipping me onto the first line. The air smelled like damp leaves and sunscreen. Ziplining through the trees in Selvatica Adventure Park is louder than you’d think; wind in your ears, someone whooping ahead of you, branches flashing past. By the time we hit the last cable (where you can choose to drop into water or stay dry), I’d stopped overthinking it and just let go. Literally — I picked AquaZip. Cold splash right up my nose. Worth it.

After that came Tarzania — they call it a zipline coaster but honestly it felt more like being inside some wild video game. You twist around corners so fast you barely notice the sunlight flickering through the canopy until it’s gone again. There was this moment where I caught a glimpse of my friend’s face — pure joy mixed with terror — and we both just started laughing for no reason. Then came the part I was secretly dreading: off-road circuit on an ATV (you can pick a Polaris RZR buggy if you want). The track is all tight turns and mud splashes; don’t wear anything you care about. My shoes are still stained red from that day.

Lunch back at basecamp was simple but honestly hit the spot: chicken fajitas with rice and beans, eaten at these long wooden tables while everyone swapped stories about who screamed loudest on which obstacle. There was this older couple from Mérida who told us to try the habanero salsa — “just a little,” they warned, laughing when I coughed after one bite. And then finally, when we thought we couldn’t squeeze in anything else, Miguel led us down to their private cenote for a swim. Water so clear it almost looked fake; cool enough to make every muscle relax after all that adrenaline.

I keep thinking about that moment floating in the cenote — sunlight dancing on stone walls above us, everything quiet except for our own splashing and someone humming softly nearby. It’s funny how after all those wild rides, what sticks most is that small pocket of peace at the end.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Adventure activities and lunch at Selvatica

• Pick up at your hotel
• Check-in at Selvatica
• Zipline circuit with AquaZip option
• Ride Tarzania zipline coaster
• Complete ropecourse and parachute drop
• Drive ATV or Polaris RZR buggy
• Swim in private cenote
• Have lunch at basecamp

Top questions

How long does the Selvatica Adventure Park tour take?

The experience typically lasts several hours including transfers, activities like ziplining, ATVs or buggies, cenote swim, and lunch.

Is hotel pickup included for Selvatica Adventure Park?

Yes, hotel pickup is included as part of your booking for this adventure park tour.

What should I wear for the ATV & zipline tour?

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty; bring a swimsuit for the cenote swim and a change of clothes.

Are meals provided during this Cancun adventure tour?

Yes, a light Mexican lunch with chicken fajitas, rice, and beans is included at basecamp after activities.

Can I choose between an ATV or Polaris RZR buggy?

Yes, you can choose either an ATV or a side-by-side Polaris RZR buggy for the off-road circuit portion of your day.

Is swimming in a cenote part of this tour?

Yes, swimming in a private cenote is included as one of the final activities on this adventure tour.

Are there any health restrictions for this adventure park?

This tour isn’t recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnant travelers; moderate fitness is needed.

What languages do guides speak at Selvatica Adventure Park?

The local guides speak Spanish and English throughout all activities at Selvatica Adventure Park.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup from Cancun or Riviera Maya areas, all entry fees to Selvatica Adventure Park attractions like ziplines (including AquaZip), Tarzania zipline coaster access, your choice between an ATV or Polaris RZR buggy ride on the off-road circuit, time to swim in their private cenote sinkhole, plus a light Mexican lunch with water before heading back home.