Riviera Maya Jungle ATV, Ziplines & Cenote Half-Day Tour

Summary

Ride ATVs zipline over jungle swim in cenotes and join Mayan ritual

You’ll ride ATVs through muddy jungle trails, fly above the trees on ziplines (including Riviera Maya’s longest), rappel down a rock wall, and cool off swimming in an underground cenote. With local guides leading each step and a taste of Mayan tradition at the end, you’ll leave with more than just muddy shoes.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest — I nearly chickened out at the first zipline platform. The guide, Carlos, just grinned and tightened my harness like he’d seen it a hundred times. There was this thick green hush all around us, except for the cicadas and someone’s nervous laugh (mine). When I finally let go and zipped over the treetops, the wind felt sharp and sweet at the same time — not sure how else to put it. My hands were shaking when I landed but Carlos high-fived me anyway.

The ATV part was way muddier than I expected. You know that earthy smell after rain? Multiply that by ten. We tore through puddles so deep my shoes are probably still drying out somewhere in Mexico. At one point we stopped because a line of leafcutter ants was crossing the trail — our guide actually pointed them out like they were VIPs. It made me laugh, thinking how much is going on down there while we’re busy revving engines overhead.

After all that noise, the cenote felt almost sacred. Cool air hit my skin as we climbed down; everything echoed — even our splashes sounded different underground. The water was clear enough to see your toes disappear into blue shadows. There was this moment where nobody talked at all, just floating under those weird stalactites. I didn’t expect to feel so calm right after all that adrenaline. Oh, and before leaving we did a short Mayan ceremony with smoke and chanting — I probably didn’t understand half of it but it stuck with me anyway.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Jungle adventure with ATV and cenote swim

• Ride ATV through jungle
• Fly on zip lines
• Rappel down wall
• Swim in fresh cenote
• Experience Mayan temazcal spa

Top questions

How long is the longest zipline on this tour?

The longest zipline is 1 kilometer long.

Is hotel pickup included for this Riviera Maya jungle tour?

No, hotel pickup isn’t mentioned as included; public transportation options are nearby.

Can children join the ATV & zipline tour?

Yes, children aged 4-11 can join; minimum age to ride an ATV is 11 (with test ride).

Are snacks or drinks provided during the tour?

Yes, snacks and bottled water are included.

What should I wear for the cenote swim?

Wear swimwear under your clothes; you’ll be swimming in an underground river/cenote.

Is this tour suitable for people with back problems?

No, it’s not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included in terms of safety gear?

A helmet is provided for activities like ATV riding and ziplining.

Do I need to speak Spanish to join?

No language requirement is mentioned; guides are used to international visitors.

What’s included

Your day includes ATV use (single or shared), helmet for safety during activities, bottled water to keep you hydrated in the heat, light snacks after adventures, plus all necessary gear for ziplining, rappelling down the wall, and swimming in the fresh cenotes before heading back out of the jungle.