ATV Waverunner & Parasailing Tour — Playa del Carmen
The tour starts on ATVs, following a route that cuts through coastal mangroves before narrowing into a dense tropical jungle corridor. The track then opens onto a beachside run that delivers you to Playa Maroma — a calmer section of the Riviera Maya coast, away from the main resort areas. Three ecosystems in sequence, and the ATV handles every shift between them.
At Playa Maroma, you select your water activity. The waverunner option puts you at the helm of a personal watercraft on a guided run along the coast toward the Great Mayan Reef — part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef system running the length of the Quintana Roo shoreline. The speedboat option covers the same route with a guide leading the way. Parasailing departs from the beach on a harness and tow line, giving you an overhead view of the reef structure and coast below.
The excursion wraps at the Maroma Beach Club, where included food and flavored drinks are part of the price. As Playa del Carmen adventure tours go, this one packages ATV riding, reef access, and an aerial option into a single itinerary. Price from $150 USD; rated 4.84 out of 5 from 500 reviews.
Book the earliest available slot — the jungle track runs cooler and shadier before midday. Bring a waterproof bag for your phone; the waverunner and speedboat options involve real spray. Playa Maroma sits about 25 km south of Playa del Carmen's town center — confirm at booking whether round-trip transport is included. Water clarity along this stretch is generally best from March through June, before summer rains.
This ATV, waverunner, and parasailing tour in Playa del Carmen is genuinely one of the more complete itineraries on the Riviera Maya — you're riding through mangroves and jungle before you even hit the beach, and the Maroma Beach Club lunch and drinks are already covered in the price, so there's nothing to figure out once you arrive. The parasailing leg over the Great Mayan Reef is the kind of thing that reframes how big that reef system actually is. Book a morning slot if you can — the coast light is better and you'll beat the afternoon crowd at Playa Maroma.
Included
- Beverages and snacks
- Activity insurance
- Beach access at Maroma
- Non-alcoholic drinks and light refreshments
- Guided tour by speedboat, personal watercraft, or parasailing
- Round-trip transfers from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Riviera Maya hotels
- 45-minute guided ATV ride
- Bilingual guide, Spanish and English
Not included
- Locker rental ($10 USD)
- Marina access fee ($15 USD, cash on arrival)
- Photo package (sold separately)
- 1Jungle ATV and Bay Activities
Pick any two from three available activities: a 45-minute ATV ride through mangroves and tropical jungle to coastal sand dunes, a 45-minute speedboat tour along Playa Maroma and the Great Mayan Reef, or 45 minutes on a personal watercraft covering the same bay route. Each session opens with a 15-minute safety briefing, and protective gear is provided for all participants.
2h
Hotel pickup is included; your specific pickup time depends on your hotel's location and will be confirmed at booking.
To receive a full refund, cancel no fewer than 24 hours before departure. Cancellations made within that window are non-refundable.
Standard policy — partial or full refund depending on timing
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- Not suitable for guests with spinal injuries
- Not suitable for guests with heart conditions
- Not suitable for pregnant guests
- Public transit is accessible near the departure point
- No particular fitness level required
- Wear swimwear and beach-appropriate clothing; bring comfortable shoes and a light jacket for the boat portion
- Bring a change of clothes, a towel, sunglasses, and extra cash for optional fees and souvenirs
- Minimum age: 6 years
- Riders must be at least 16 to operate an ATV independently; a brief handling test is required
- Weight limit: 240 lbs for solo riders; 220 lbs per person for tandem
- Guests with limited mobility, recent surgery, back problems, or pregnancy should choose a lower-impact activity
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