The Xoxabike canopy-bike circuit at Grutas de Xoxafi is a short elevated ride combining a zipline cable with a suspended bicycle, set within the park's adventure area in Santiago de Anaya, Hidalgo, Mexico. The activity is brief and low-intensity compared to the park's cave tours, requiring only that riders pedal while suspended and harnessed to the overhead cable, which makes it accessible to most visitors including many children who meet the park's minimum height requirement; no prior zipline or cycling-specific skill is needed since the bicycle stays clipped to the fixed line throughout. Grutas Xoxafi park guides provide the harness, helmet, and suspended bicycle as part of the circuit, so riders only need closed-toe shoes and a secure way to carry any phone or camera, since loose items are not permitted while suspended above the ground. Guides staff the loading platform and clip riders in before each run, giving a brief explanation of the pedaling mechanism and what to do if the bike needs to be stopped partway across; because the ride sits within view of ground staff for its full length, guides can respond quickly if a rider needs assistance. The circuit runs year-round as part of the park's regular activity offerings, and because the ride itself takes only 20 to 30 minutes, mornings tend to have shorter waits than the busier weekend afternoons when the park's cave tours and other activities draw larger crowds.
Activity facts
- Where
- Grutas de Xoxafi adventure park, Santiago de Anaya Municipality
- Duration
- 20-30 minutes
Equipment
- Harness and helmet (provided)
- Closed-toe shoes
- Secure strap for phones and cameras
- Light gloves
Location
Grutas de Xoxafi, Santiago de Anaya, 42780 Hidalgo, Mexico
20.3930, -98.8490 View on map
Highlights
- Suspended bicycle ride combined with a zipline cable
- Short 20-30 minute activity suited to most visitors, including children
- Harness, helmet, and bike provided by park guides
- Located within the Grutas de Xoxafi adventure park
Tips for visiting
- Visit in the morning for shorter waits at the loading platform
- Secure phones and cameras before the ride, since loose items are not permitted while suspended
- Check the park's minimum height requirement before bringing young children
- Pair with one of the park's cave tours for a fuller day at Grutas de Xoxafi
Frequently asked questions
Is the Xoxabike circuit suitable for children?
Yes, provided they meet the park's minimum height requirement; the ride is short and low-intensity compared to the park's cave tours.
What is provided for the Xoxabike ride?
Park guides provide the harness, helmet, and suspended bicycle as part of the circuit.
How long does the Xoxabike circuit take?
The ride itself takes about 20 to 30 minutes, including time to get harnessed and clipped in at the platform.