Ride, Zip, and Splash: Rancho Capomo’s Sierra Madre Adventure in Puerto Vallarta
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.
Overview
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.
Ride, Zip, and Splash: Rancho Capomo’s Sierra Madre Adventure in Puerto Vallarta
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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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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.
Swim-ready layers
Bring a swimsuit under your clothes and a small packable towel for the waterfall stop—conditions permitting.
Bug and sun defense
Tropical shade can be deceiving—use reef-safe sunscreen and insect repellent, and reapply after the river.
Hands-free phone security
If you plan to shoot on the ziplines, use a tethered phone case or action cam mount per guide instructions.
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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Recommended Gear
Closed-toe trail shoes
Provides traction on muddy paths, river stones, and platform stairs.
Quick-dry clothing
Light fabrics manage humidity and dry fast after river spray or a waterfall dip.
Compact rain shell
Summer showers move fast—packable protection keeps you comfortable between runs.
summer specific
Insect repellent (DEET-free)
Mosquito activity rises in warm, still pockets along the river and under canopy.
spring specific