Puerto Vallarta: ATV Jungle Ride, Tequila Tasting & Lunch

Summary

ATV adventure in Puerto Vallarta with tequila tasting and lunch

You’ll ride an ATV from Puerto Vallarta into jungle trails and along the beach with a local guide leading the way. Taste tequila made from agave grown right at the ranch and sit down for a fresh regional lunch (think homemade tortillas and guacamole). Expect laughter, good food, and maybe even new friends by the end.

What’s the experience like?

“You’re not going to crash it, just go slow,” our guide Luis grinned as he handed me the helmet. I’d never driven an ATV before — my hands were already sweaty, but the air smelled green, like wet leaves and earth after last night’s rain. We set off bumping along the trail, engines humming louder than I expected, and suddenly we were out of town, just jungle all around. The light kept shifting through the trees, sometimes blinding for a second, then cool again. I tried to keep up with everyone else but got distracted by a bright blue bird darting across the path — almost missed a turn there.

The best part was when we reached the beach. Sand under the tires felt totally different from dirt; it kind of slid sideways if you weren’t careful. The ocean was right there — salty wind in my face, pelicans gliding low over the water. Luis pointed out some agave plants growing near the edge of the ranch and explained how they make tequila here at Mr. Lionso’s place. He let us taste a few different flavors (I liked the coffee one best — didn’t expect that), and he laughed when I tried to pronounce “nopal” correctly. Still can’t say it right.

Lunch was simple but honestly perfect after all that riding — warm tortillas, guacamole that tasted way fresher than anything back home, beans, machaca burritos… I probably ate too much but nobody seemed to mind. There was this quiet moment where everyone just sat together at the long table, sun coming through the open windows and someone’s phone playing music softly in Spanish. It felt easy to forget about time for a bit.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — ATV ride, lunch, and tequila tasting

• Pick up from accommodation
• Drive to ranch
• Ride ATV by beach and agave field
• Cross streams on ATV
• Rest at station and dining room
• Enjoy lunch with organic ranch products
• Taste tequila from ranch agave

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Puerto Vallarta ATV tour?

Yes, private transportation with pickup is included wherever you are staying.

What do you eat during lunch on this ATV tour?

The lunch includes organic seasonal products like machaca burritos, beans, guacamole, salsa, nopal salad, tortillas and a drink.

Do you get to taste tequila on this tour?

Yes, tequila tasting is included using agave grown at Mr. Lionso’s ranch.

Can children join this Puerto Vallarta ATV experience?

Yes, infants can ride in a pram or stroller or sit on an adult’s lap; suitable for all fitness levels.

How long is the drive from Puerto Vallarta to the ranch?

The exact drive time isn’t specified but private transportation is provided from your accommodation to the ranch.

Are there different flavors of tequila available?

Yes, you can try several flavors of tequila produced at the ranch.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation with pickup at your accommodation in Puerto Vallarta, use of an ATV for riding through jungle trails and along the beach with a local guide leading you past agave fields and streams; plus tequila tasting right at Mr. Lionso’s ranch and a regional lunch featuring fresh tortillas and local specialties before heading back home.