Puerto Vallarta ATV & Ziplining: 11 Lines Through Sierra Madre

Eleven zip lines, an ATV run through the mountains, and a mule ride in one afternoon

An ATV and ziplining combo in Puerto Vallarta where you operate both the vehicle and the harness. The day starts at the operator's office in Zona Romantica, moves to the Sierra Madre foothills for off-road and road riding, then shifts to the canopy tour with 11 zip lines strung through the jungle. A live guide leads in English or Spanish. Safety equipment, water stations and a tequila tasting are included. The experience runs 6 hours and welcomes children from age 6, though riders under 18 must accompany an adult on the ATV.

The experience

The combo splits into two halves. You start with the ATVs: after meeting at the office in Zona Romantica, the group rides out to the park in the foothills of La Sierra Madre Occidental. The trails mix off-road paths and mountain roads, and the operator notes that the vehicles are mostly new and well maintained. A 15-minute mule ride breaks up the riding. Then comes the canopy tour: 11 zip lines that cross the jungle canopy, each one offering views down toward the coast and the surrounding ridges. Water stations sit at intervals along the lines, and the tequila tasting happens after you're back on solid ground.

The physical demands are real: you need at least moderate fitness to handle both the ATV ride and the zip line course. Weight limits apply: 250 pounds for a single rider on an ATV, 380 pounds combined for two people on a double, and 240 pounds for the zip lines. If you're driving an ATV, you must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license. Children aged 6 to 17 can ride as passengers. The operator charges a $10 USD damage deposit per ATV at check-in (non-refundable, covering up to $500 in damages). Pricing is per person, not per vehicle: one ATV for one guest runs one price, one ATV for two guests another. The day runs rain or shine, and if you're arriving from a cruise ship, check the local time difference before booking to make sure the 6-hour window fits your port schedule.

What’s included

• Canopy tour with 11 zip lines.
• ATV ride through Sierra Madre trails.
• 15-minute mule ride.
• safety equipment for both activities.
• water stations during the zip lines.
• tequila tasting.
• live guide in English or Spanish.

Options for this experience

2 options

ATV double (even number of guests)Guide in English or Spanish · 12:10

ATV SingleGuide in English or Spanish · 12:10

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 12:10

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Youth (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 21

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 10

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Canopy Puerto Vallarta

Is this one for you?Book the double ATV if two of you want to share one vehicle and split the per-person cost across the ride. Choose single ATVs if each rider wants independent control of their own machine through the mountain trails.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 17 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

How many zip lines does the Puerto Vallarta canopy tour include?

The canopy tour has 11 zip lines strung through the jungle. Water stations are positioned along the course, and you descend through the forest canopy with views toward the coast.

Can I ride an ATV if I'm under 18?

Guests aged 6 to 17 cannot operate an ATV but can ride as passengers with an adult driver. Children from age 6 are welcome on the zip lines if they meet the weight requirement of 240 pounds or less.

What's included in the 6-hour combo, and what costs extra?

The price covers the ATV ride, the 11-line canopy tour, a 15-minute mule ride, safety equipment, water during the zip lines, and a tequila tasting. A $10 USD damage deposit per ATV is charged at check-in. Food, drinks, photos and gratuities are separate.

Do I need a driver's license to ride an ATV?

Yes, you must bring a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old to operate an ATV. Teen permits are not accepted.

What are the weight limits for the ATV and zip line?

For the ATV: 250 pounds maximum for a single rider, 380 pounds combined weight for two people on a double. For the zip line: 240 pounds maximum per person.

Where do I meet, and how does pricing work if two people share one ATV?

You meet at the operator's office in Zona Romantica. Pricing is per person, not per vehicle: one ATV for one guest is one rate, and one ATV for two guests is a different rate. You select the number of adults at checkout to match your group size and ATV choice.