ATV riding in El Valle de Antón to Pozo Azul: Crystal-clear turquoise pools

Operate your own ATV through mountain forest to reach waterfalls and swimming pools.

ATV riding in El Valle de Antón takes you on a guided ride through mountainous terrain to Pozo Azul, a series of natural pools and waterfalls with turquoise water. The activity lasts 3 to 4 hours and includes private transportation from your hotel, a live guide in English or Spanish, bottled water and snacks. Children from age 6 are welcome. Moderate physical fitness is needed.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore El Pozo Azul natural pools

• Travel to El Valle de Antón
• Join guided tour to crystal-clear waters
• Enjoy surrounding flora and fauna
• Swim in pristine pools
• Relax by waterfalls

The experience

You operate the ATV yourself through the forested slopes around El Valle de Antón, following a guide who leads the way to Pozo Azul. The ride covers terrain that is accessible but can be slippery where moisture and rocks meet, so the guide's route and timing matter. The destination is a series of natural pools fed by waterfalls, where the water stays transparent and turquoise year-round. Once you arrive, you can swim in the pools and walk among the cascades and surrounding vegetation.

Private transportation picks you up from your hotel and brings you back, so you only need to show up ready to ride. The guide speaks English or Spanish and travels with you the whole way. Bottled water and snacks come along, and the total time is 3 to 4 hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• a live guide in English or Spanish.
• bottled water and snacks.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 10 pickup points.

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

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ride me

Is this one for you?You ride the ATV yourself rather than sit as a passenger, so pick this if you want hands-on control over speed and terrain instead of watching the landscape pass by.

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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 (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

Can I ride an ATV if I've never done it before?

Yes. The activity is open to first-time riders, though you should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to control the ATV over the terrain and manage the 3 to 4 hour duration.

What is Pozo Azul actually like when I get there?

Pozo Azul is a series of natural pools and waterfalls surrounded by forest. The water is clear and turquoise, deep enough to swim in, and the site includes shade from nearby trees and the sound of water falling over rocks.

What should I know about the terrain and physical demands?

The ride covers accessible terrain that can be slippery due to moisture and rocky ground. The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers. You'll need moderate physical fitness to handle the ATV controls and the full duration of the ride.