ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta

This ATV tour takes you off-road in the tropical surroundings and mountain routes around Puerto Vallarta. The operator says no previous experience is needed to ride these vehicles, so it works for first-timers as long as you meet the health and age requirements. The listed duration is 240 minutes, and a professional guide leads the group.

The itinerary describes dirt roads and paths only 20 minutes away from Puerto Vallarta, with landscapes the operator says are worth admiring. The driving block is listed at 120 minutes, and the listing states that the total time spent driving the ATVs is approximately two hours. Along the way there is a stop to swim at the El Salto waterfall, listed at 30 minutes, which makes a natural break from the trail.

Included are the ATV tour, a professional guide, goggles, a head scarf and roundtrip transportation from a meeting point. The last item needs care: hotel pickup and drop-off are listed as not included, so you must reach the meeting point yourself or check with the operator about arrangements. Gratuities, food and drinks are also extra, so bring cash for what you want to buy.

There are firm restrictions. The minimum age is 18, and the maximum weight is 250 pounds (113 kg). The tour is not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health or pregnancy, and travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Check the age and weight limits before booking, as the listing presents them without exceptions.

Because the route includes dirt paths and a waterfall stop, dress for dust and water: comfortable clothes you do not mind getting dirty, closed shoes and swimwear if you plan to swim. No meeting point is listed in the listing, so ask the operator where and when to arrive.