Cancun & Riviera Maya: Zipline Adventure & Cenote Swim

Summary

Zipline through jungle canopy then cool off in a secret cenote

You’ll fly above the Riviera Maya jungle on ten ziplines (with an optional AquaZip splash), ride a safari truck deep into hidden greenery, then swim in a cool private cenote before sharing lunch with new friends. Expect laughter, some nerves, and moments of real calm between bursts of adventure.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really know what to expect when the van picked us up in Cancun — I just remember feeling that mix of nerves and curiosity. The drive out to Selvatica Adventure Park was bumpy, with the kind of green that almost hurts your eyes after city time. Our guide, Luis, made jokes about how we’d all look “muy valientes” on the ziplines (I wasn’t so sure). You could smell sunscreen and that earthy wetness you only get in the jungle after rain.

Getting strapped into the harness felt awkward at first — I kept tugging at it, probably overthinking everything. But once I stepped onto the first platform and looked out over all that tangled green, my stomach did this weird flip. The zipline itself? Fast. Louder than I expected, wind in my ears, palms sweaty on the cable. By the third one I was actually laughing out loud — not sure if it was relief or adrenaline. Luis cheered from below every time someone landed without spinning around backwards (I did… twice).

The last zipline had this “AquaZip” thing where you could choose to get soaked or stay dry. Of course I went for the splash — honestly, why not? After that we piled into an old safari truck and bounced deeper into the trees. The air changed; it got cooler and smelled like wet stone. When we reached their private cenote, it was quieter than I expected — just birds and our own voices echoing off the water. Jumping in felt like hitting pause on everything noisy inside my head. Lunch after was simple but good — tortillas still warm, hands a little shaky from all the excitement.

I still think about floating there in that blue-green water while everyone else joked around nearby. It’s funny how something as basic as swimming can feel completely new when you’re somewhere different.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Zipline and cenote adventure

• Hotel pickup
• Register at lobby
• Enjoy 10 zipline circuit
• Ride Tarzania Zipline Coaster
• Safari truck to private cenote
• Swim and play in cenote

Top questions

How many ziplines are included at Selvatica Adventure Park?

The tour includes a 10-zipline circuit plus an optional AquaZip on the last line.

Is hotel pickup included from Cancun or Riviera Maya?

Yes, hotel pickup is included for guests staying in Cancun or Riviera Maya.

Do you swim during this tour?

Yes, there is time to swim in Selvatica’s private cenote after ziplining.

What kind of lunch is provided on this day trip?

A light lunch with water is included after activities at Selvatica Adventure Park.

Is this zipline tour suitable for beginners?

The tour is suitable for most people with moderate fitness but not recommended for those with spinal injuries or certain health conditions.

How do you get to the cenote from the zipline area?

You travel by safari truck deeper into the jungle to reach Selvatica’s private cenote.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup from Cancun or Riviera Maya, entry to Selvatica Adventure Park with full access to all ten ziplines (plus an optional AquaZip splash), a guided safari truck ride further into the jungle, swimming time at a private cenote, bottled water throughout, and a light local lunch before heading back.