Top Cancun Outdoor Activities

Combine a jungle zipline course, off-road ATV experience, and a cenote swim on a small-group adventure tour from Cancun to Extreme Adventure Eco Park. Take on a fun, family-friendly challenge in a scenic destination, with round-trip hotel transfer, refreshments, and all activities included.

Travel through the Mayan jungle on this action-packed all-day guided tour. Hop on your own ATV (or ride along with a driver) and head to a cenote, an underwater pool, where you can take a refreshing dip. Then fly above the treetops on a ziplining course. A local Mayan lunch is included. Only those 18 years old and above are permitted to drive their own ATV.

This three-part tour is popular with adventure seekers. Take an ATV ride through the jungle to a sacred cenote where you can swim, jump from a Tarzan swing, or just relax and take in the tropical scenery. Then it’s time for some ziplining through the tree canopy. Replenish your energy with a typical Mayan lunch (included) before the ride back to Cancun.

Mount a well-trained horse for a tranquil journey through the heart of the Mayan jungle on this thrilling package that also includes three signature adrenaline adventures. Begin with a jungle zipline circuit, then brave a rugged track in a solo or shared all-terrain vehicle (ATV). After riding your horse through the forest, refresh in a Mayan cenote then unwind over a Mexican meal. For ease, your package includes transfers.

Pack in the water adventures on this excursion in the Cancun jungle. Get your adrenaline pumping on a speedboat ride around Nichupte Lagoon, and slow the pace down with peaceful snorkeling over the underwater statues at the Punta Nizuc coral reef. Colorful marine life and sparkling blue waters await you. A guide is present throughout to make sure you enjoy your outing.

Experience three must-do Riviera Maya activities in just one day by booking this small-group combination tour from Cancun. You'll soar through the air on a zip line, drive over rugged terrain in an ATV, and have a refreshing swim in a cenote. An included lunch ensures that you keep your energy up for the adventures.

Explore coral reefs, ancient history, and nature in the Riviera Maya on an combination tour that features some of the best of Yucatan in a single day. Snorkel through the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea, visit the Tulum archeological site, and swim in a cenote, then explore a limestone cave and take a jungle walk. This tour includes entrance fees, a buffet lunch, and door-to-door transport from hotels in Cancun or Playa del Carmen.

Explore the natural delights of the Yucatan on a coastal jungle tour from Cancun. You have the chance to drive a boat past lush mangroves, and you’ll visit Punta Nizuc Reef to go snorkeling and swimming among tropical fish and coral. Use of all equipment is included.

Perfect for active travelers, this all-day guided tour includes an ATV ride, cenote swim, and ziplining. First, head out on an ATV (single and double passenger options are available) to an underground cenote for a swim. Then swing through the jungle on a zipline course. The tour ends with lunch at a Mayan restaurant.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the mainland on a full-day tour to Isla Mujeres from Cancun. Benefit from the open bar to unwind as you transfer by luxury catamaran. Take time to discover the island village, then enjoy exclusive beach club access to swim, snorkel, or sunbathe on Playa Norte, or take the opportunity to fly the spinnaker if the weather conditions allow.

Adventure through the Yucatan peninsula's jungle during this tour that combines horseback riding and swimming in a cenote. You're provided with snacks, towels, water, and all necessary horseback riding equipment. Round-trip transportation from Playa del Carmen or Cancun included.

Spend the day enjoying four of Puerto Morelos' signature experiences, with none of the self-drive hassles, on this door-to-door tour. Race an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) over a challenging circuit with rocks, mud and steep descents; fly like a bird on a 6-zipline circuit; ride a horse along a tranquil forest track; and cool off in a cenote. For ease, your package includes lunch and bottled water.

Enjoy four magical experiences for one fantastic price when you book this adrenaline-fueled combo tour. Soar through the treetops on a thrilling 6-zip line tour; put your quad driving skills to work; take a pleasant horseback ride through the lights and shadows of the jungle, and dive into the cool waters of a Mayan cenote. For greater comfort, the package includes lunch, flavored water and transfers.

Swap the beaches and bars of Cancún for an adrenaline-fueled adventure in the jungle tour. This speedboat tour takes you around the Nichupte Lagoon to Punta Nizuc, where the ocean and meets the lagoon and you can jump off board to snorkel around tropical fish. You'll also cruise by thick mangroves and, with luck, spot a few crocodiles.

Journey deep into the Riviera Maya on this guided jungle buggy tour from Playa del Carmen. Steer a 4x4 buggy for about 18 miles and admire the lush forest scenery during this thrilling drive. Make a stop at a ranch for a refreshing swim and snorkel at a cenote. Hotel transport included.

Explore the Rio Secreto Nature Reserve outside of Cancun on this full-day excursion, where you swim and wade in one of the most spectacular underground caves in Mexico. See the famous crystal caves on a tour that showcases the spectacular natural wonders of the Yucatán. Choose round-trip transportation from your Cancun hotel, or meet your guide at Rio Secreto directly. You also have the option to visit the Tulum ruins which you can add as an upgrade.

Experience the top adrenaline sports of the Riviera Maya on a trip that combines off-roading, ziplining, rappelling, and snorkeling in a cenote. This fast-paced half-day adventure is perfect for thrill-seekers who just have one day in Tulum and want to see as much as possible. Plus, wrap up the outing with the chance to take part in a traditional temazcal (sauna-like) ceremony—a cultural experience not included on most adventure tours.

Discover Isla Mujeres' white sands and turquoise waters from the comfort of a private beach club on this full-day excursion. Traveling by catamaran, snorkel one of Cancun's best reefs—a certified guide can assist beginners and point out marine life—and maybe even brave flying from the spinnaker sail. As well as lunch with an open bar, enjoy free time to explore the island. Please note: package excludes dock fees.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure on a full-day tour of the exhilarating Xplor Adventure Park from Cancun. Splash into the cool water of subterranean rivers; paddle through atmospheric caves filled with stalactites; glide over the jungle canopy on a high-velocity zip line; and drive an amphibious vehicle on exciting off-road trails. Feast upon an all-you-can-eat buffet of flavorsome and fulfilling dishes while sipping refreshing beverages from an open bar. On this all-inclusive tour, hotel transport, entrance fees and lunch are all completely covered.

Appease an appetite for adventure during an exhilarating zipline experience from Cancun. Soar over the lush canopy of the Mexican jungle on an adrenaline-fueled tour of North America’s largest zipline circuit; glide over super-thin cables stretching over 2 miles (3 km) and absorb panoramic vistas of the tropical jungle tableau below. Hailed as “one of the 35 greatest adventures n the world” by Time and Leisure magazine, this zipline adventure is sure to get your pulse racing. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your hotel on this adrenaline-fueled tour.

This tour offers travelers a taste of several activities on one tour. Drive all terrain vehicles through the jungle, swim in a cenote (underground sinkhole), and go ziplining—all in one day. One and two-seater ATVs are available and trained guides are on hand to assist at all times. A great choice for families, groups of friends, and solo travelers alike.

Stray from the beaten path and discover a side of Cancun that most first-time visitors miss on a 3-in-1 combo tour from Cancun. Idea for travellers with an appetite for adventure, this tour includes a ride on an ATV, a zipline experience, and a cenote swim—it also saves you the hassle of booking three activities separately, and includes stress-free hotel pickup and drop-off.

Combine multiple top excursions in one action-packed day tour from Cancun. This guided tour takes you to an adventure park between Cancun and Playa del Carmen where you will drive an ATV through a jungle, then fly through the air on four ziplines, before finishing up with a swim in one of the most beautiful cenotes in the area.

Explore Xel-Ha Park, the Riviera Maya's stunning natural aquarium, on this all-day trip from Cancun. Relax on Xel Ha's hidden beach, swim in cenotes and lagoons, go snorkeling, and spelunk in caves. Watch out for wildlife like angelfish and iguanas. Xel-Ha is all-inclusive, so enjoy Mayan cuisine, seafood and burgers with your admission. This tour is family-friendly and includes round-trip transportation to Xel-Ha from Cancun.