Tulum Ruins, ATV Extreme, and Cenotes Tour from Riviera Maya

This full-day tour from the Riviera Maya combines an ATV ride in the Mayan jungle, a swim in an underground river and a visit to the Tulum ruins. The listed duration is 420 minutes. The listing describes the ruins as an archaeological site overlooking the Caribbean, and the day includes a professional guide, equipment, lunch and transportation.

The adventure part is on 4x4 CAN-AM ATVs of 450 cc. You ride through the jungle, and the tour provides helmets. The minimum driving age is 16 and the minimum rider age is 8, so if you travel with children between 8 and 15 you must book a double-rider ATV.

The second activity is snorkeling in the clear waters of an underground river, in a cenote system. Basic swimming skills are required, and prescription goggles are available if requested in advance. Bring water shoes, a bathing suit, a towel and only biodegradable sunscreen.

The third part is the visit to Tulum, where you can see the archaeological site by the sea. The archaeological site tax is not included in the price, so bring cash for it. The listing gives no times for each stop, so ask about the schedule when you book.

Lunch is included, as are hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned minivan. The listing says pickup covers all the Riviera Maya resorts. Reservations made less than 24 hours before the tour must provide hotel information, or pickup is not guaranteed. Optional collision insurance is available for 15 USD.

This tour is meant for active travelers. A moderate level of fitness is needed, the weight limit is 300 lbs (135 kg) and size 44, and the operator does not allow people under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers, for people with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health, nor for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair, because of the uneven surfaces.

Bring comfortable clothes and footwear, sunglasses and a hat, an extra T-shirt, mosquito repellent and cash for pictures, souvenirs, tips and the extra insurance.