Ziplining in Tulum: ATV, Cenote & Mayan Lunch

Race through jungle trails, soar over treetops, and swim with turtles after a Mayan lunch

Ziplining in Tulum combines four zipline runs through the jungle canopy, ATV riding, cenote swimming and a traditional Mayan lunch in a small group led by a bilingual local guide. Hotel pickup is included in Tulum zone. The day runs six hours and covers all equipment, safety briefing and water. Minimum age to drive an ATV is 18. Children from age 4 can participate in other activities. Bring a towel, bathing suit, extra shirt, comfortable shoes and flip-flops.

The experience

The day starts with a bilingual guide meeting you at your hotel in the Tulum zone, then heads into the Mayan forest where you'll drive your own ATV through jungle trails. You control the machine, not a passenger seat, not a guided route on rails. After the ride, you move to the zipline course: four separate runs strung through the canopy, each one a different angle on the forest below. The equipment and safety briefing are provided, and the guide stays with the group throughout.

Between the ziplines and the ATV, the cenote is where the pace shifts. You swim in a crystal-clear freshwater sinkhole, and the itinerary mentions turtles. The source says you'll witness them in their natural habitat, though the exact frequency isn't guaranteed. It's a full-day combo, so the activities stack: you're not choosing between them, you're doing all of them in sequence. A traditional Mayan lunch rounds out the afternoon, and bottled water is provided throughout.

The group stays small, which changes how the day feels compared to a standard tour bus. You're not waiting for thirty people to finish a zipline run or lining up for the cenote entrance. A bilingual guide means you get the story in English or Spanish depending on who's in your group that day. One practical note: the ATV requires a valid driver's license and you must be at least 18 to operate one. If you're younger or don't drive, you can still do the ziplines, cenote and lunch.

What’s included

• Bilingual local guide leading the group.
• all ziplining, ATV and cenote equipment with safety briefing.
• four zipline runs through the jungle.
• ATV riding on forest trails.
• cenote swimming.
• traditional Mayan lunch.
• bottled water.
• roundtrip hotel pickup in the Tulum zone.

Options for this experience

2 options

One ATV for two ridersGuide in English or Spanish · 08:45 and 12:45Two riders on the same ATV: Not available to solo travelers. For odd-numbered groups, one rider pays an onsite solo supplement, meaning the amount needed to bring the total to USD 125. Pickup is included

One ATV for one riderGuide in English or Spanish · 08:45 and 12:45One ATV for one rider: Suited to solo riders. Groups must choose this option for each person who wants their own ATV. Pickup is included

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

Information

Lasts 6h, runs every day at 08:45 and 12:45, from US$ 179 per person, with a live guide in English and Spanish and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:45 and 12:45Another time? ›

GroupUp to 50001 private ›

Live guideEnglish and SpanishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

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

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Adrenaline

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to do multiple activities in one day rather than pick just one. The combo format means you're not choosing between ziplining or ATVing or the cenote, you're experiencing all three. The small group size and bilingual guide make it work without the logistics falling apart across five hours and five different setups.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

Can I do the ziplining and cenote if I'm under 18 or don't have a driver's license?

Yes. The ATV riding requires you to be 18 and hold a valid license, but children from age 4 can participate in the ziplining, cenote swimming and lunch. If you're in the group but not driving the ATV, you'll still experience all the other activities.

What's the weight limit for ziplining?

The zipline maximum weight limit is 140 kg (310 lbs). If you're near or at that threshold, confirm with the operator before booking.

Do I need to bring my own towel and bathing suit?

Yes. Bring a towel, bathing suit, an extra t-shirt, comfortable shoes and flip-flops. Mosquito repellent (biodegradable) is also recommended. Cash is useful to have on hand.

What's included in the price, and what costs extra?

The price covers the bilingual guide, all activities and equipment, safety briefing, roundtrip hotel pickup in Tulum zone, bottled water and a traditional Mayan lunch. Photographs are available for $20 USD extra if you want professional images from the day.