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Ride, Zip, and Splash: Rancho Capomo’s Sierra Madre Adventure in Puerto Vallarta

Ride, Zip, and Splash: Rancho Capomo’s Sierra Madre Adventure in Puerto Vallarta

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Adventure Brief

Saddle up, hike to a waterfall, then fly across seven ziplines—all in the lush Sierra Madre outside Puerto Vallarta. Rancho Capomo blends beginner-friendly adventure with local flavor and a cooling river scene.

4.5–5 hours
moderate
Family Friendly

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No Experience Required

Morning light spills over the green folds of the Sierra Madre as the ranch wakes up—horses shifting in their saddles, macaws calling from the canopy, a river whispering through rounded stones. At Rancho Capomo, the day doesn’t rush you; it nudges you forward. You swing into the saddle, the horse stepping confidently onto a dirt track that threads through mango trees and upright palms. A shallow river dares you with a cool crossing. Hooves find slick purchase, water pushes past your boots, and the jungle leans in as if curious about your next move.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Horses are steady and the guides set an easy pace. Zipline orientation is provided and staff handle clipping and braking systems.

Expect about 45–60 minutes on horseback with a shallow river crossing, plus a 15-minute walk to the waterfall on uneven terrain.

Minimum weight is approximately 50 lb (23 kg) and minimum height around 1.3 m for the ziplines; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Key Highlights

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

4.5–5 hours

Fitness Level

Comfortable standing and walking on uneven terrain, able to ride a horse for up to an hour and manage short uphill/downhill hikes.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Coatimundi along forest edges
  • Green iguanas sunning near the river

History

The Sierra Madre Occidental has long supported ranching and farming communities; charro traditions still shape local horsemanship. Indigenous Wixárika routes once threaded these mountains, following rivers and ridgelines.

Conservation

Stay on established paths to limit erosion near the river corridor, and pack out all trash. Choose reef-safe sunscreen to reduce chemical runoff into waterways.

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  • Explore more Puerto Vallarta adventures
  • Read our Puerto Vallarta travel guide
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Adventure Tips

Footwear that grips and drains

Wear closed-toe hiking shoes or trail runners that handle slick river rocks and dry quickly after crossings.

essential

Swim-ready layers

Bring a swimsuit under your clothes and a small packable towel for the waterfall stop—conditions permitting.

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Bug and sun defense

Tropical shade can be deceiving—use reef-safe sunscreen and insect repellent, and reapply after the river.

warning

Hands-free phone security

If you plan to shoot on the ziplines, use a tethered phone case or action cam mount per guide instructions.

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Recommended Gear

Closed-toe trail shoes

Provides traction on muddy paths, river stones, and platform stairs.

Essential

Quick-dry clothing

Light fabrics manage humidity and dry fast after river spray or a waterfall dip.

Essential

Compact rain shell

Summer showers move fast—packable protection keeps you comfortable between runs.

summer

Insect repellent (DEET-free)

Mosquito activity rises in warm, still pockets along the river and under canopy.

spring