PUERTO VALLARTA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Above the Cuale: Zip, Mule and Tequila on Puerto Vallarta’s Canopy River
A guided Canopy River adventure that strings 11 zip lines across more than 2 km, includes a 15‑minute mule ride, tequila tasting and shuttle service—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Above the Cuale: Zip, Mule and Tequila on Puerto Vallarta’s Canopy River.
Feel exhilaration as you glide between the treetops, looking down at the Cuale River far below. The Canopy River route rises higher, runs longer and moves faster than other canopy tours west of the Sierra Madre, with more than 2 km of zip lines reaching up to 600 feet in the air and a single run stretching longer than a quarter mile.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Eleven zip lines across the Sierra Madre canopy
The core of the experience is an 11‑line canopy circuit that covers over 2 km of cable, with lines that climb to roughly 600 feet above the valley and a longest line that runs more than a quarter mile.
Meet homesteaders and ride a mule
After the zipline sequence you can meet the original homesteaders at their high‑mountain bar and take a complimentary 15‑minute mule ride that winds the same slopes the homesteaders once traveled.
Infinity pool, refreshments and tequila tasting
The excursion finishes with options to relax at an infinity pool, enjoy refreshments at the on‑site bar and join a tequila tasting—plus photos and an optional DVD of your tour for purchase.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
From hotel shuttle pickup to the first harness click, the day alternates sustained pulses of adrenaline with deliberate time to absorb the mountain view. You move through a series of long, high lines that expose the valley and river below, then descend to the homestead where refreshments, a mule trek and a tequila tasting round out the outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should skip it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Light clothing, comfortable shoes and insect repellent are recommended; bring a bathing suit and towel to use the infinity pool, and extra money for souvenirs, photos, videos, tequila and the restaurant.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the experience?
The listed duration for the Canopy River + Mules excursion is 5 hours.
What are the meeting points and start times?
Meeting points are the tour offices in Nuevo Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta’s Hotel Zone and Old Town; multiple daily time slots are available from 7:20 AM to 2:20 PM and exact meeting instructions are provided in your confirmation.
What is included in the tour price?
The excursion includes shuttle service from the meeting point, a complimentary welcome drink, purified water, 11 zip lines, a 15‑minute mule ride, and a tequila tasting.
Is there an age or weight limit?
Yes—minimum age is 8 years old and maximum weight is 120 kg (264 lbs).
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund; cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted. Cut‑off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Are there optional extras like photos or videos?
An optional DVD of your actual tour will be available for purchase, and extra money is suggested for souvenirs, photos and videos.