REVIEW · PUERTO VALLARTA
Puerto Vallarta’s Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!
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Jungle flying beats my expectations. This canopy zipline tour in Puerto Vallarta pairs multiple runs through the rainforest canopy with the Jorullo Bridge walk, so you get both adrenaline and big mountain-jungle views. I especially liked how the guides keep things structured and safe, and how the lines feel like they build, getting higher and longer as you go.
My one real caution: plan for hills and hiking between lines, not just flying. Some sections can feel steep (and it can be hot), so wear footwear you trust and be ready to work a little during the day.
In This Review
- Key things I’d mark on your mental map
- What You Actually Do: Eight Zip Lines and the Jorullo Bridge
- Safety, Gear, and the Guide Vibe (Including the Names People Remember)
- A practical note on “feeling secure”
- The Part People Don’t Always Emphasize: Hiking Between Lines
- Your Stops in Plain English: How the 5 Hours Typically Feel
- Tequila Tasting and Park Time: Worth It, Not Just a Side Detail
- Photos, Phones, and What You Need to Plan For
- Getting There From Zona Hotelera Norte (And the Timing Reality)
- Who This Puerto Vallarta Zipline + Bridge Walk Suits Best
- Value Check: Does $58 Really Make Sense?
- Should You Book This Zipline + Jorullo Bridge Walk?
- FAQ
- How long is the Puerto Vallarta canopy zipline + Jorullo Bridge tour?
- How many zip lines are included?
- Do I need prior zipline experience?
- What should my fitness level be?
- Does this tour run in rain?
- What is the maximum weight for the zipline?
- Is food and drinks included?
- Is the infinity pool included?
- What is the cancellation policy?
- Is this tour available in English?
Key things I’d mark on your mental map

- Eight zip lines with changing length and speed so the experience doesn’t feel repetitive.
- Jorullo Bridge walk across a long suspension span for a dramatic birds-eye view of the jungle.
- Heights reported up to about 400 meters, which is why the views feel so huge.
- Tequila tasting plus time to hang at the park afterward (including a restaurant option).
- No personal cameras/backpacks/water on the line, but water stations are built into the route.
What You Actually Do: Eight Zip Lines and the Jorullo Bridge

This tour is built around one main idea: you fly through the trees, then you slow down and walk the bridge.
You’ll do eight zip lines over the rainforest canopy. The runs vary, so you’re not just repeating the same “zip, stop, zip, stop” rhythm. You also move from platform to platform on foot—part of the experience, not an afterthought. One review mentioned heights reaching up to roughly 400 meters, and honestly, that’s the kind of detail that helps you understand why you’ll see so much jungle and river below you.
The last big wow moment is the Jorullo Bridge walk. It’s long, it sits high over the area below, and it changes the tempo from flying to careful step-by-step walking. If you like that mix—adrenaline first, then a calmer view—this is a great pairing.
Safety, Gear, and the Guide Vibe (Including the Names People Remember)

I went into this kind of tour expecting the usual “clip in, sit tight, good luck” vibe. Instead, what stands out is how confidently the team runs it and how much they coach you through the moment.
The operation is set up for first-timers, with no previous zipline experience required. That doesn’t mean it’s casual. It does mean the staff should be ready to explain how to position yourself, how to move when you’re harnessed, and what to expect between lines. Guides are described as friendly and even funny, and some names came up repeatedly—David, Miguel, Daniel, and Fernando. If you’re a little nervous, that kind of personality helps. If you’re not nervous, it still makes the day feel lighter.
On weight limits, the tour lists a maximum of 242 pounds. Also, it’s rain or shine, so they’re planning for the weather you’ll get in Puerto Vallarta’s humid rhythm.
A practical note on “feeling secure”
Safety here isn’t just speeches. It’s the way they keep the flow organized: check-in, instructions, harnessing, and then the line-by-line process. If your brain likes clear steps, you’ll probably feel better once you’re in the rhythm.
The Part People Don’t Always Emphasize: Hiking Between Lines

You’re not going to spend the whole day strapped into a harness, floating. You’ll do hiking between zip lines, and a few reviews call out that the climbing can be serious.
This is the one thing you should plan for more than the zip itself. Some stretches are steeper than you’d guess, especially in heat. One review flat-out said the hiking was a bit of an understatement in the description. Another said it’s steep climbing between most lines.
So here’s my practical advice:
- Wear closed-toe shoes with grip.
- Bring a lightweight layer you can breathe in, since it can get hot and humid.
- Expect short bursts of climbing, then the payoff of a long run overhead.
Good news: water stations are provided during the zipline route, so you’re not expected to ration everything yourself. Still, you should go in with realistic expectations. This is “adventure with hiking,” not a gentle stroll.
Your Stops in Plain English: How the 5 Hours Typically Feel
The full experience runs about 5 hours from pickup to return. That includes check-in time and transportation, not just time in the harness.
From what’s described, the day generally breaks down like this:
- About 20 minutes for check-in
- About 30 minutes each way for transport (round trip about 1 hour)
- About 1.5 hours of zipline activity, including the walk segments
- About 30 minutes for tequila tasting
- About 1 hour of recreation time at the park afterward
That recreation window matters. After a few hours of movement, adrenaline, and walking, you’ll want a place to sit down, eat, and cool off.
Also, transport is described as a ride in an open-air tram in at least one review. That’s not a bad thing. It just means you’ll feel the air while you’re going out to the canopy area.
Tequila Tasting and Park Time: Worth It, Not Just a Side Detail
Tequila tasting is included, and the reviews describe it as genuinely enjoyable—one person even called it very yummy.
The tasting happens after the main zipline portion, and it pairs well with the way the day shifts. You go from motion to stillness. From harness to handshake. From jungle overhead to a table and a view.
Recreation time is also when you can grab food at the onsite restaurant and hang around the grounds. Reviews mention things like chips and salsa/pico/guac, and one person described additional park fun such as rocking horses. Even if those extras vary, the key is that you’re not rushing out the second the last line ends.
There’s also a pool on-site. Access to an infinity pool is not included; one review mentions the pool as a nice way to cool down while waiting for the return tram. If you want that specific pool option, it costs extra.
Photos, Phones, and What You Need to Plan For

This is where you should set expectations early, because it affects how you’ll remember the day.
Pictures and videos are not included. Some reviews mention they won’t let you take your own photos and that phones may be handled by staff during parts of the experience. Another response also explains why: due to safety policies, backpacks, cameras, and water bottles are not allowed on the zipline experience.
That can feel annoying if you’re a photo person. But it also explains the logic: fewer items swinging, fewer things to drop, fewer distractions for the team running the lines.
What I’d do if I were you:
- Assume the staff and their photographers handle the key moments.
- Put your phone/camera expectations in the hands of their process.
- Use the water stations during the route, then plan to hydrate fully during park time afterward.
Getting There From Zona Hotelera Norte (And the Timing Reality)
The tour includes round transportation from the office in Zona Hotelera Norte (meeting point listed at Canopy River, Oficina Las Glorias Plaza Villas Vallarta José Clemente Orozco Local H2A). The activity ends back at the meeting point.
If you’re staying in the hotel zone, this is convenient. And it’s not far from public transportation, which helps if you need an alternate plan.
One review notes that the bus back can involve waiting if you’re done before others. This doesn’t mean the tour runs late. It means you’re on a schedule that works for the full group, not just you. If you hate waiting around, plan to bring patience and use the park recreation time as your buffer.
For cruise passengers, the provider notes that you can request a cruise-terminal pickup by adding the special requirement for cruise passenger. That matters because cruise days can be tight, so you’ll want the correct pickup address.
Who This Puerto Vallarta Zipline + Bridge Walk Suits Best

This is a great match for:
- Adventure seekers who want more than one short ride
- First-timers who need clear coaching and professional handling
- Couples and groups who like a mix of flying and walking
- Families and teens, as long as everyone is okay with hiking and heights
Reviews also mention people who were afraid of heights and still had fun once they got moving. The guide style and structure seem to make a difference.
It’s less ideal for:
- Anyone who can’t handle steep or uneven hiking
- People who hate waiting around at the end (even though recreation time is included)
- Photo-heavy travelers who want to document everything themselves, since personal device handling can be restricted
Value Check: Does $58 Really Make Sense?
At $58 per person, the best way to judge value is by what you’re getting without extra bill creep.
This price includes:
- Round transportation from the Zona Hotelera Norte office
- The canopy zipline experience (eight zip lines)
- Water stations during the zipline route
- Tequila tasting
- The Jorullo Bridge walk
You’ll still pay extra if you want the infinity pool access, and food/drinks aren’t included in the base price. But the tour gives you a real chunk of time afterward to eat at the onsite restaurant, which helps.
Also, this isn’t an unlimited-capacity attraction. The group size max is listed at 42 travelers, and many reviews highlight the organization and safety. When a tour includes transport, guided equipment handling, and activities that can’t be replicated easily on your own, that’s usually where the value lives.
If you’re deciding between doing a short zipline elsewhere or spending the day here, what you’re buying is the full package of flight + bridge + tasting, all run as one coordinated block.
Should You Book This Zipline + Jorullo Bridge Walk?
If you want a Puerto Vallarta day that feels like you got your money’s worth—ziplining that builds, plus a real hike and a dramatic bridge view—then yes, I’d book it.
Do it especially if:
- You’re okay walking uphill between lines
- You’re curious about the canopy views and want height without needing experience
- You’ll enjoy tequila tasting as a fun reset, not a serious drinking plan
Skip it or choose a gentler option if:
- You can’t handle steep hiking
- You need total control over your own photos and video during the activity
- Heights make you shut down completely, even with coaching
Final tip: bring the mindset of an active half-day. If you meet it halfway, this tour delivers a memorable combination of jungle flight and the Jorullo Bridge moment.
FAQ
How long is the Puerto Vallarta canopy zipline + Jorullo Bridge tour?
It runs about 5 hours (approx.), including check-in, transportation, ziplining, tequila tasting, and park time.
How many zip lines are included?
This experience includes 8 zip lines.
Do I need prior zipline experience?
No previous zipline experience is required.
What should my fitness level be?
The tour lists a moderate physical fitness level. You should be ready for hiking between zip lines.
Does this tour run in rain?
Yes. The experience takes place rain or shine.
What is the maximum weight for the zipline?
The maximum weight listed is 242 pounds.
Is food and drinks included?
Food and drinks are not included, though there is time to eat at the onsite restaurant during recreation time.
Is the infinity pool included?
Access to the infinity pool is not included and costs $10 per guest.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance of the experience’s start time.
Is this tour available in English?
Yes, it is offered in English.










