Zip Lining in Puerto Vallarta

Zip lining in Puerto Vallarta usually forms part of tours offering other outdoor activities such as rappelling, ATV jungle drives, swimming, water sliding and horse riding.

There are various day and half-day zip lining tours in Puerto Vallarta on offer, which also include these other outdoor activities.

The tours also offer opportunities to admire beautiful scenery, such as the Sierra Madre Mountains, quaint Mexican villages and enjoy tequila and Mexican food tastings.

Here's all you need to know about zip lining, one of the most exhilarating outdoor activities in Puerto Vallarta.

What are the best zip lining tours in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta outdoor adventure zip line and speedboat ride

On this 6.5-hour adrenaline-filled outdoor adventure tour from Puerto Vallarta, you can ride on a super-fast speedboat and rappel down waterfalls. Ride 4x4 jeeps, zip line over the tree tops and cross rope bridges high above the jungle.

You will depart from Puerto Vallarta on a powerful speedboat to Boca de Tomatlan, a secluded beach on the Banderas Bay southern shore and surrounded by thick jungle.

From here you will travel in a 4x4 Unimog to take you on an exciting off-road trip to 600 meters above sea level, to a base camp in the Sierra Madre Mountains. Along the way, enjoy the spectacular views.

When you arrive, you will trek higher by mule in the subtropical forest to start your series of zip lines. You will sail over the treetops at high speed on the zip lines over a distance of 300 meters and at a height of 75 meters.

After this thrilling flight, continue your romp by rappelling down a surging waterfall, crossing suspended jungle bridges and wading through rivers and natural pools.

Afterwards you will return to the base camp to refresh with fresh fruit, cookies and bottled water.

Extreme adventure: zip line, rappel, UTV, indoor skydiving and waterslide

Enjoy an exhilarating half-day of outdoor activity in the Sierra Madre Mountains on this zip line tour from Puerto Vallarta. Go deep into an atmospheric jungle park to glide down a zip line and rappel off treetop platforms.

Get in a powerful UTV tour riding across river beds and jungle trails and skid down a hillside water slide to the forest floor.

You will depart from Puerto Vallarta for a scenic journey in an air-conditioned minivan to an ecological adventure park deep in the lush jungle. Your guide will brief you on safety and you only participate in activities you are comfortable with.

Starting with zip lining, you will soar along tree tops on eight zip lines, some up to 30 meters high. Go up to Mexico’s biggest zip line and slide down some 1,220 meters of cable, admiring the beautiful jungle scenes below.

Then rappel down two jungle platforms before ascending the ropes of a 15-meter ladder to swing through the forest.

Climb aboard a UTV and enjoy an off-road ride across rocky river beds and lush jungle trails. Marvel at the spectacular environment while looking out for diverse wildlife in its jungle habitat.

Then, refresh yourself in a natural pool, sliding down a hillside water slide. Enjoy fruit snacks and fresh up before boarding the minivan to return to Puerto Vallarta.

Zip line for cruise ship passengers, Puerto Vallarta jungle adventure

Don’t miss this exciting 5-hour zip line and jungle adventure tour if you visit Puerto Vallarta on a cruise ship. Save on expensive taxis or inter agencies with the operator’s meeting point just a single block from the Cruise Terminal.

Experience the 11 tallest, quickest but safest zip lines and enjoy a tequila tasting to savor Mexico’s true flavor in Jalisco, the original tequila state.

Meet your driver at the agreed meeting point, from where your trip to the Zip Line EcoPark will kick off. At the EcoPark, enjoy all the fresh air and the allure of the lush jungle vegetation.

You will then ride the 11 tallest and quickest zip lines in Puerto Vallarta from where you can enjoy the beautiful views of the Sierra Madre Mountains.

With your thrilling zip line stint under your belt, you have the option of enjoying a tequila tasting and taste the best Mexican food. There is a restaurant inside the facilities where you can enjoy a delicious meal (at your own cost).

To conclude your lively day, take a plunge into the crystal clear river (if during the rainy season). You will then be transported back to the original meeting point near the Cruise Terminal in Puerto Vallarta.

How much do zip lining tours from Puerto Vallarta cost?

The outdoor adventure zip line and speedboat ride tour costs US$130 per person.

The extreme adventure: zip line, rappel, UTV, indoor skydiving and waterslide tour costs US$130 per person.

The zip line and Puerto Vallarta jungle adventure tour for cruise ship passengers costs US$40 per person.

The ATV and zip line adventure with tequila tasting combo tour costs US$230 per group up to 2. There is also mandatory vehicle insurance on the day of the tour of US$20 per person.

What is included?

Included in these tours are round trip transportation from pick-up point, bilingual guides, water stations, cookies, fruit, snacks, towels and use of lockers at the basecamp.

Where does it start?

Puerto Vallarta zip lining tours start from different agreed meeting points in Puerto Vallarta.

The outdoor adventure zip line and speedboat ride tour and the ATV and zipline tour with tequila combo tour start from Zona Hotelera Nte. in Puerto Vallarta.

The extreme adventure: zip line, rappel, UTV, indoor skydiving and waterslide tour starts from Marina Vallarta. The zip line and Puerto Vallarta jungle adventure tour for cruise ship passengers starts from the Puerto Vallarta Cruise Terminal.

How long does it last?

The duration of the outdoor adventure zip line and speedboat ride tour is 7 hours. The extreme adventure: zip line, rappel, UTV, indoor skydiving and waterslide tour lasts 6 hours.

The zip line and Puerto Vallarta jungle adventure tour for cruise ship passengers and the ATV and zipline adventure with tequila tasting combo tour both last 5 hours.

When is the best time for a zip lining tour in Puerto Vallarta?

High season in Puerto Vallarta runs from December to March when temperatures will be high and beaches busy. The best time to visit is from April to June when the weather is pleasant and rain is scarce, and tourists are fewer.

Are there any combos available with zip lining tours from Puerto Vallarta?

ATV, zipline and mule ride with tequila tasting

Spend an exciting half-day packed with various outdoor activities on this zip line tour from Puerto Vallarta. Go on an ATV tour, swim in the Canopy River, ride a zip line through the treetops and ride a mule to Jalisco for a tequila-tasting.

Your tour starts with an ATV ride, led by your guide through the rugged landscape in the Sierra Madre Mountains. You will be introduced to the flora and fauna along the way to the Canopy River.  

At the river, have a dip in the natural pools of El Salto. Then put on your zip line safety helmet and harness and soar over the river along an 11-line course. Ascend to heights of up to 61 meters in the treetops and reach extreme speeds.

Your last activity is a mule ride to Jalisco for a tequila-tasting session. At the end of the tour, you will be returned to your starting point.

Is it safe?

Yes! Zip line riding are safe in Puerto Vallarta. Risks can be minimized by following safety protocols and using reputable zip line companies with outstanding safety records.

These tours are not recommended for people with fear of heights, back or heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

Which other outdoor activities can be done in Puerto Vallarta?

• Bike tours in Puerto Vallarta
• Boat tours in Puerto Vallarta
• Hiking in Puerto Vallarta
• Horse riding in Puerto Vallarta
• Buggy tours in Puerto Vallarta
• Quad tours in Puerto Vallarta
• Jeep tours in Puerto Vallarta

Travel tips

• Make sure to book your zip lining tour in Puerto Vallarta in advance.
• Wear comfortable, sporty shoes for walks between zip lines.
• Wear comfortable clothing, and use sunscreen and bug repellent.