Ensenada: Las Cañadas Canopy Tour Zipline & Hanging Bridges

Summary

Zip over lakes and cross wild bridges at Las Cañadas Campamento

You’ll feel your pulse jump as you launch across five ziplines over Las Cañadas’ lake near Ensenada, with local guides cheering you on and bottled water waiting at the rest stop. Cross five wild hanging bridges if you’re up for it — or just laugh nervously like I did. It’s not about being fearless; it’s about feeling alive out there.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really plan on dangling above a lake my first morning in Ensenada, but there I was — helmet slightly crooked, palms sweating, listening to our guide Marco double-check everyone’s harness. He grinned and said something about “vuelo libre” (free flight), which sounded cooler in Spanish. The first zipline looked way longer than I’d expected. My stomach did that little flip it does before rollercoasters. There was this faint smell of pine mixed with sunscreen from the group ahead of us. Honestly, I almost chickened out right then.

The moment I pushed off, though — wow. It wasn’t the speed so much as the weird quiet up there, just wind in my ears and the lake glinting below. Marco shouted encouragement from the next platform, waving his arms like he was guiding a plane in. I landed with a thud and laughed way too loud (nerves). Someone handed me bottled water at the halfway terrace; it tasted almost sweet after all that adrenaline. We swapped stories with another family from Tijuana who were braver than me on the hanging bridges — those things wobble more than they look, you know?

I tried to pronounce “Las Cañadas” properly and got a friendly eye-roll from one of the guides — apparently my accent is hopeless. By the fifth zipline, I’d stopped worrying about looking cool and just leaned into it, arms wide open over that last long stretch. The sun was getting high by then and everything felt brighter somehow. If you’re even a little scared of heights (like me), this canopy tour is kind of perfect — you get to be nervous and proud all at once. I still think about that view when I close my eyes sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Zipline and hanging bridge adventure

• Arrive at Las Cañadas Campamento
• Fly through 5 zip lines
• Cross 5 suspension bridges
• Enjoy scenic views and adrenaline

Top questions

How many ziplines are included in the Las Cañadas Canopy Tour?

The tour includes 5 different ziplines, two of which are over a quarter-mile long.

Are there any height or weight restrictions for this canopy tour?

You must be at least 55 inches (140 cm) tall for all activities; no strict weight limit as long as you fit the harness (max waist 48 inches).

Is transportation included with the Las Cañadas Canopy Tour?

No, transportation service is not included with your ticket.

What languages do the guides speak?

The professional guides speak both English and Spanish.

Can children participate in the canopy tour?

Yes, but they must meet the minimum height requirement of 55 inches (140 cm) for all activities.

Are lockers provided during the tour?

Yes, lockers are included so you can store your belongings safely during the adventure.

Is bottled water provided during the experience?

Bottled water is available at the halfway rest terrace during your canopy tour.

Can travelers with health issues join this activity?

The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

Your day includes all safety equipment like harnesses and helmets, guidance from experienced English/Spanish-speaking staff throughout each zipline and bridge crossing, bottled water waiting for you at a halfway rest terrace when you need it most, plus secure lockers to stash your stuff while you fly through Las Cañadas Campamento’s trees.