Nov 272 min read

Flying High: Ziplining Thrills in the Heart of the Mexican Jungle

An adrenaline junkies dream, zipping thousands of feet above sea level through the Mexican jungle. Do you dare to take on this thrill seeking adventure?

While in Mexico you have to try out the outdoor adventure, ziplines and waterfall excursion for a fun filled day. After speed boating to the Sierra Madre mountains, I was picked up by a 4x4 truck and embarked on my course. After reaching the top of the mountain, I began ziplining from one hilltop to another, whilst taking in the incredible views of Puerto Vallarta's canyons.

I was having the time of my life, your girl was abseiling down waterfalls, plunging into natural river pools, completely surrounded by the greenery of the jungle. I would recommend wearing comfortable outdoor clothes and trainers you don't mind getting dirty or wet.

The thrill seeker in me could not miss the opportunity to zipline upside down. It's not everyday you get to experience panoramic views, while soaring through the skies. This is not for the weak-hearted, you will be faced with daring heights, pushing you to your breaking point and confronting your inner dare devil.

The fun doesn't stop there, you get to water slide down a hill and experience the man-made jungle roller-coaster, it was INSANE. After being secured in, the rollercoaster takes you on a scenic route through the jungle and then plunges you into the river. You can see by my facial expressions in the photos below, I was caught off guard before being thrown into the deep end!

Venturing through the trails and across ropes, we ended the day by zipping down the mountain towards the finish line. There wasn't a dull moment of the excursion, each part of the course will push you to try new experiences. The only recommendation I would make, would be to replace the mule riding up the dirt road, with a different mode of transport, to avoid riding animals.

This excursion cost £77 GBP which is around $97 US dollars, but was totally worth it! The staff were very professional and completed all the safety checks at every step. The team even managed to capture some awesome photos at an additional fee. This adventure course is perfect for friends, families and solo travelers seeking out their next thrill.