Location: Tulum
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Mayan ruins tower over the sea in Tulum. The formerly walled city was one of the last to be built by the Mayans, and its archaeological sites are incredibly well preserved. Take a break from the beach to visit El Castillo, the Temple of the Frescoes, and the Temple of the Descending God. Explore an underground river under a canopy of stalactites in the sacred caverns of LabnaHa Eco Park, or dive into Cenote Dos Ojos to snorkel inside of caves in the middle of a forest.
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1. Jungla Maya Native Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 51 reviews
Discover Jungla Maya, where is the main entrance into the amazing Sac-Actun system, the world's longest underground river, explored and recommended by National Snorkeler specialized cave divers. Snorkel surrounded by awesome rock formations. Ride through the jungle on our all-terrain. Rappel down into a cenote (underground cave) and swim in a unique natural pool. Enjoy nature flying over the jung
Reviewed By keelyo600 - Newport Beach, United States
We had an amazing time on the Jungla Maya Native Park tour! We chose this one because of its close proximity to our hotel. Our drivers were very knowledgeable about the local region and history of the Maya. The combination of the rappelling, ziplining and snorkeling in the cenote is sure to get your adrenaline going! At first I didn't think I could pull off the rappelling, but our tour guide Alejandro was awesome..kept me calm and talked me through it so I was comfortable. He was very informative of the local flora & fauna, bilingual, and well versed in all the activities. Highly recommend this tour if you are a thrill seeker. :)
2. Cenote Nicte-ha
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By BrittanyMExplores - Winnipeg, Canada
I visited Cenote Nicte-Ha on February 27, 2020 during my stay in Tulum. The cenote at the Dos Ojos Cenote Park along the highway between Tulum and Playa del Carmen. I took a colectivo van from along the main highway through Tulum town and told the driver I wanted to go to Cenote Dos Ojos. The drive took around 20 minutes and cost 30 pesos. The colectivo dropped me off along the side of the highway in front of the entrance to Cenote Dos Ojos. From the entrance, I walked along the gravel road through the jungle (which eventually leads to Cenote Dos Ojos at the end) about 15 minutes. There is a large sign indicating the entrance to Nicte-Ha on the right side of the road. There are some other cenotes along the way as well that I did have the opportunity to visit. The entrance fee was 200 pesos. Cenote Nicta-Ha is an open cenote with some cave portions around the edges. It was surrounded by jungle and the setting was quiet and beautiful. I arrived around the opening time at 9 am and was the first person there. It was lovely to enjoy the cenote completely to myself for most of my visit before some others showed up. It was a gorgeous cenote that resembled a natural pool of water, with beautiful lush plants around the edges, lots of lilypads and crystal clear water. The water was chilly but refreshing after a bit. There was a small deck area and benches by the wooden steps to enter the water where you could leave your belongings (I didn't see any lockers). There were lots of little fish that would nibble the dead skin cells on your feet if you stopped moving in the water or sat on the steps with feet in the water (you pay for this spa treatment in Playa del Carmen!). The property around the cenote was very pretty and there were pathways through the jungle leading to the facilities like change rooms, washrooms. After my visit, I walked back to the entrance of the Dos Ojos Cenote Park along the highway and waited for a colectivo along the highway. When they approach, they will flash their lights and if you wave at them, they will stop to pick you up. It was another 20 minutes and 30 pesos back to Tulum. Would highly recommend visiting this cenote. It was peaceful and pretty and lesser visited than others in the area! Easy and cheap to access from Tulum and visit on your own as well (no need to join a tour).
3. Gran Cenote
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4.5 based on 4,137 reviews
Grand Cenote has 140 square meter for swimming, there is one big cave, a cavern and 100 square of wooden platforms where you can walk, chill with the nature and take pictures .
Reviewed By A7473SDmatthewk
If you are in Tulum, you have to experience the cenotes and in my opinion the Gran Cenote is one of the best. A quaint cenote that you can snorkel and see stalagtites and stalagmites as well as bats and small turtles. Water is clear with a little chill. Also, pretty inexpensive. Shouldn’t cost you anymore than $20 USD per person.
4. Casa Cenote
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4.5 based on 1,036 reviews
Reviewed By eimileigh - Sun Prairie, United States
Casa Cenote is absolutely amazing! I snorkeled in the Cenote while my fiancé did a scuba dive tour. We both had an amazing experience! We went bright and early so we had the Cenote all the ourselves! This Cenote is a must see!
5. Cenote Zacil-Ha
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4.5 based on 276 reviews
Reviewed By AstralTravelMX
This place is very beautiful! Cenote is small but fresh, crystal-clear and they even have a very high zip-line you could use, if you dare. There are all sort of things available for purchase there, sunscreen, hats, cellphone covers... Also, there is food and beverage service there, so you could spend the day and order a beer and a few snaks. When you get tired of the cenote, they also have a big pool, loungers and resting areas. Go early because it gets busy very quicly.
6. Cenote Yax Kin Camping
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
A beautiful open cenote where the whole family can enjoy equally. Cenote Yaxkin have several levels of depth, where even the smallest can swim safely. Besides swimming in its crystal waters and relax in a natural environment, we also have grills areas , where you can prepare your own picnic. There is also a camping area and a campfire, all this services at very accessible prices.
7. Laguna Kaan Luum
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4.5 based on 322 reviews
Reviewed By T9454ZAstevend - Chicago, United States
Laguna Kaan Luum is an amazing and quiet getaway from crowds. I have been twice and thoroughly enjoyed both trips. Because it is part of an underground Cenote, it is fresh water and can look either sky blue or emerald green. Most of the water depth is about waist deep. They added swings and hammocks to add to the enjoyment.
8. Parque Dos Ojos
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4.5 based on 176 reviews
Reviewed By jjcoffman - Parker, United States
Wow! With the waterproof flashlight you see just how deep and just how far back the caves go. It’s really spectacular. It was 350 pesos to swim on our own, 600 to go farther back in the caves with a guide.
9. Cenote Xcacelito
10. Cenote Corazon Del Paraiso
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Come to know and enjoy the sacred Mayan waters, in Cenote Corazon Del paraiso, connect with nature and feel the energy emanating from our ancestral waters. just 5 minutes from tulum.
Reviewed By Matvl
We’ve been to a few cenotes and liked this one a lot. Easy to find and onsite parking. Entry M$100 ($50 for kids). New shower and toilet facilities; shaded table & chair areas to rent ($80) and masks and life jackets for hire. Snorkeling here is magical - really wonderful as many reviews describe. A great place to bring a picnic and hang out; lots of shady corners too if it’s a super hot day. We loved it here.
