Ages 6+ • 4 Hours • Great for friends and family!
Experience the best of Puerto Vallarta’s urban and natural landscapes with a 4-hour ATV and zipline adventure. From city streets to treetop flights and crystal-clear waterfall swims, this combo offers adrenaline, views, and cultural flavor in one thrilling tour.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in moderate shape with basic stamina for ATV handling, short hikes to zip lines, and swimming.
Wildlife
History
Los Arcos is a protected marine area known since the 1980s, recognized for its unique volcanic rock formations created millions of years ago.
Conservation
The tour adheres to strict environmental guidelines to protect the sensitive coastal and forest ecosystems, including waste management and limiting group sizes.
Dirty Monkey Adventure
Ages 6+ • 4 Hours • Great for friends and family!
Dirty Monkey Adventure is an adventure tour operator based in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco. Specializing in ATV and RZR off-road experiences, the company offers a collection of guided excursions through the Sierra Madre and coastal areas around Mismaloya and Los Arcos.
Trips include a 3-hours Personalized Tour that explores mountain peaks, the Monkey Cuale Route, natural pools, tequila tasting, and a ranch meal; a Villages Route highlighting Ejido El Jorullo with tortilla-making and natural pools; an ATV/RZR Combination Snorkeling + Waterfall + All Terrain tour that visits the Mirador of the Arches of Mismaloya, includes snorkeling at Los Arcos, and finishes at a waterfall swim; a Dirty ATV & Zipline Combo combining an ATV or RZR drive to the Los Arcos viewpoint, eight zip lines, a waterfall swim, and a visit to an artisanal tequila factory; and a Sierra Madre & Hot Springs experience that pairs off-road driving with visits to towns, local wildlife, mineral-rich thermal waters, and regional cuisine.
All tours emphasize a mix of adrenaline, cultural connection, and natural scenery. Personalization and expert guidance are features of several routes, and activities range from snorkeling and ziplining to tequila tastings and hot spring relaxation. Several tours are half-day formats — 3-hour and 4-hour options — designed for daytrippers and travelers with limited time. Routes combine cityscapes, mountain vistas, and marine exploration to deliver varied outdoor experiences around Puerto Vallarta. Tours include cultural stops and attractions.
Location
Puerto Vallarta
Based in Jalisco, Mexico
Terrain
Sierra Madre & Coast
Mountain and coastal routes
Trip Durations
3–4 hours
Half-day adventures
Experiences
5 tour options
ATV, RZR, snorkel, zipline
Reserve a 3–4 hour ATV, RZR, snorkeling, zipline, or hot springs tour today — book early to secure preferred dates.
Bring a Valid Driver’s License
All ATV and RZR drivers must carry a valid driver’s license to operate vehicles legally and safely.
Wear Closed-Toe Shoes
Protect your feet by wearing sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for driving and hiking to the zip lines and waterfall.
Pack Swimwear and a Change of Clothes
Be ready to jump into the waterfall and stay comfortable afterward by bringing swimwear and a fresh set of clothes.
Apply Insect Repellent Before Departure
The mountain and forest areas have mosquitoes and insects; apply repellent to avoid bites and discomfort.
Closed-Toe Hiking Shoes
For protecting feet during ATV rides, ziplining, and hiking to waterfall areas.
Swimsuit
To enjoy swimming in the mountain’s crystal-clear waterfall.
summer
Insect Repellent
Essential to protect against mosquitoes and other insects in forested mountain zones.
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Light Backpack
To carry personal items, water, snacks, and extra clothes comfortably.