Mexico · SPEEDBOAT TRIPS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 14 speedboat trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Fly 19 zip lines over Puerto Vallarta’s rainforest, then race in twin cables into a tequila bar, followed by river play and wildlife time.
“Omg what a great day!! Lots of work to climb up but felt so safe and the guides were amazing and very funny!! Also very encouraging!”
Drive a speedboat on Cancun's Nichupte Lagoon, snorkel the reef, and join a Mayan ceremony with lunch and small groups.
“The speedboats were great! The snorkeling was good. The Mayan presentation was a bit over the top for me”
Puerto Vallarta rainforest adrenaline day: speedboat to Boca, Unimog and mule trek, waterfall rappel, zipline course, water slides, all gear included.
“This is a fun, high adventure excursion. Guides were great. There were a few extra adventures not listed in the description when booking which was a fun surprise. I came away tired and have a few bruises, but was worth the excitement. Only down side…there are leeches in the water pools, so check yourself when you get out.”
Shared speedboat ride through Nichupte Lagoon and snorkel Punta Nizuc underwater statues, gear included, plus optional extras and add-on costs.
“So much fun! Our tour guide Jorge was great! Very knowledgeable and amazing with the boats. The reef was beautiful”
ATV through jungle trails and sand dunes plus a guided WaveRunner or speedboat cruise at Maroma Beach, with pickup and food.
“We had a blast using the powerboats and the ATVs. Great guides, friendly staff all around, plenty of safety info, and wow, what a rush. Our kids are teens and they loved it too.”
ATV or high-speed Wave Runner or speed boat near Playa Maroma, with Maroma Beach access, pickup options, and small-group guidance for $85.
“No experience at all! A scam impression! Meeting time different from communicating so no activity and wasted day!Auto-translated”
Cancun jungle adventure with Mayan ceremonies, salbute snacks, your own speedboat on Nichupté Lagoon, and snorkeling at Punta Nizuc.
“Amazing day out. Enjoyed ourselves so much driving the speed boat was the highlight. The jungle tour was so fun and interesting and snorkelling beautiful. 10/10 experience anyone that comes to Cancun needs to do this, do not miss out !!!!!”
A 3-in-1 Cancun outing with a speedboat ride, Mayan Reef snorkeling at El Meco, and a Nichupté mangrove cruise. Gear and tickets included.
“This was so much fun and well organized. My family and I had a blast. Our guide did an amazing job and safety was key with them”
Drive your own speedboat in Cancun, snorkel coral reefs and the Cancun Underwater Museum, with gear and bilingual guides included.
“Great experience! I went on my own which was a little scary but the guide was very helpful and I was right behind him + it was a very small group with only one other boat. Once you get used to it, the boat is very easy to drive and you can quote fast! Loved it! Snorkelling was a bonus”
Speedboat through Nichupte Lagoon mangroves, then snorkel at Punta Nizuc. Gear, lockers, and a beginner-friendly guide help you see more.
“Ceberino made the experience so wonderful. His instructions were clear & he was super polite & fun. Couldn’t recommend this more. Also if you’re not a confident swimmer, do take part in the snorkel tour, as it’s beginner friendly.”
ATV jungle trail plus WaveRunner or speedboat off Maroma Beach, with hotel pickup and open bar. About 3 hours, from $99.
“The actual Atving was REALLY fun we had to wait a while for the rest of the group to get there though. Pictures were expensive as usual.”
Drive your own speedboat through Lagoon Nichupte’s mangrove canals from Cancun’s Puerto Madero marina, with snorkeling gear and a possible beach stop.
“Dock fee was stated on the reservation but unclear. Just now that the dock fee is $20 per person, not per boat. Our guide, Jaredh, was informative and gave great direction on how to safely navigate the mangroves twists and turns. Open water speed and views were spectacular.”
Take the helm on a 45-minute Cancun speed boat through Nichupté Lagoon mangroves, passing the bridge and pirate galleons. Small group.
“My husband loved this experience it was a surprise for his birthday and he would highly recommend it for anyone who wants a cool trip”
19 zip lines over jungle and the Los Horcones River, plus tequila tasting, animal encounters, water slides, and a smooth speedboat or jungle truck ride.
“This was an amazing experience!! The tour guides were better than ever!!!”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
