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Cenotes: the 15 Best Swims Under the Yucatan

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Fresh water, no current, and limestone walls going down further than the light. The 15 below cover the open shafts, the half-roofed ones and the fully enclosed caves, with prices, gear rules and how long you get in the water.

Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour - The pyramid and plazas of Chichén Itzá
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Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

1.Chichen Itza, Cenote, and Valladolid Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24,293 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $45Our pick

Spend about 12 hours with a bilingual guide such as César, Luis, Edwin, or Hugo, traveling from Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, or nearby hotels to Chichén Itzá, Cenote Chichikan, and Valladolid. Expect a long bus day, a buffet lunch, a required life jacket at the cenote, and limited free time in Valladolid.

“Extremely well organised. Long day from start to finish but so worth it. Our guide Antonio was so knowledgeable and made it a really fun experience.”

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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch - The long ride from Cancún and Riviera Maya
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Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

2.Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15,789 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $34

Join Amigo Tours for a 12-hour day from Cancún, Riviera Maya, or Playa del Carmen. A bilingual guide such as Kevin, Beto, Manuel, or Ramiro leads you through Chichén Itzá, followed by Cenote Chichikan, a Mexican buffet, tequila tasting, and a short Valladolid visit. Choose carefully between standard, VIP, private, and all-inclusive options.

“Fantastic, Well-Organised Chichen Itza Tour – Highly Recommended This Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid tour was absolutely excellent from start to finish. Everything ran perfectly on time, the organisation was clear and smooth, and the whole day had a relaxed, positive atmosphere. A special thank you to our guides, Paul and Kevin, who were knowledgeable, engaging, and made the experience both informative and fun with plenty of interesting facts and humour throughout the day. Our driver Jorge was also fantastic — safe, professional, and very friendly. We had enough time at each stop to truly enjoy the sites without feeling rushed, and the pacing of the day felt very well…”

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Cancun: Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Lunch - The early coach ride from Cancún and Riviera Maya
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Cancun: Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Lunch

3.Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,722 reviews · 12 hours · from $49

Travel from Cancún or Riviera Maya to Chichén Itzá with a certified English or Spanish guide, then swim at Cenote Chichikan and visit Valladolid. Guides such as Rodrigo, John, Kevin, and Manuel are known for lively history talks. Compare the Standard, VIP, and All-Inclusive options carefully, since lunch, entrance taxes, drinks, lockers, and life vests vary.

“We are very happy with our experience on this excursion. From the very first moment, we felt really comfortable with our guides, Alberto and Kevin, and our driver, Augusto. During the trip to the cenote, Alberto explained a bit about Maya culture and he really knows how to keep people entertained while also keeping them interested in what he is saying. We had Kevin as our guide in Chichén Itzá, and his passion for history and culture made us fall in love with every small detail he shared with us. He made it so easy to understand everything about the Maya civilization! Overall, we highly recommend this tour if you…”

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Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting - The hidden water of Cenote Chichikan
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Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

4.Early morning Chichen Itza Tour: Cenote and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,657 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $26Best value

From Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, or nearby Riviera Maya hotels, you’ll ride an air-conditioned bus to Chichen Itza, Cenote Chichikan, and Valladolid. Guides such as Rafa, Cesar, Martin, and Hugo lead the day in English. The low price covers transport, lunch, and the cenote, but Chichen Itza admission, drinks, lockers, and life jackets cost extra.

“We absolutely loved this tour to Chichén Itzá, the cenote, and tequila tasting. It’s definitely a long day, but 100% worth it. Our guide Rafa was amazing — funny, extremely knowledgeable, and we learned so much from him. Our driver Enrique was also wonderful; very kind, calm, and thoughtful. After spending about two hours under the sun at Chichén Itzá, he surprised us with cold water, which was such a nice touch. Chichén Itzá truly wowed both my husband and me. We love ancient history, so seeing it in person was incredible, and we still had time at the end to take photos. Visiting the Maya village was another highlight…”

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Cancun ATV Jungle Adventure, Ziplines, Cenote and Tequila Tasting - Riding ATVs on the Yucatan Trail
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Cancun ATV Jungle Adventure, Ziplines, Cenote and Tequila Tasting

5.Cancun ATV Jungle Adventure, Ziplines, Cenote and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,873 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $49

Spend about four hours at a Cancun adventure park riding an ATV on jungle trails, taking three zipline flights, swimming at Cenote Verde Lucero, and tasting tequila at Reserva Palacios. Guides such as Omar, Carlos, Alan, and Moto Moto are praised for their humor and energy. Hotel pickup, snacks, insurance, and conservation fees are included.

“Was breath taking. Very friendly staff and beautiful environment. Interesting and funny staff and the vibe was 10 out of 10”

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Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves - Tulum Ruins: One Hour Above the Sea
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Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

6.Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,242 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $129

This full-day Ocean Tours Mexico trip combines Tulum’s seaside Maya ruins, a short boat ride to a Caribbean reef, and a freshwater cenote cave. Guides such as Suly, Raul, Ulrich, and Mimi lead the day in English. Expect early pickup, a taco lunch, shared transport, and a $35 marine conservation fee paid in cash.

“I received a good understanding of the Mayan culture and history. The ruins could have been a day trip by itself. The cenotes where a good glimpse into the geology of the area. I was impressed with Aaron' s geologic knowledge. The snorkling was a test of endurance with the high waves but is one thing off my bucket list. The small group was great!”

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ATV Adventure, Interactive Bridges, Ziplines, Cenote and Lunch - Three ziplines and hanging bridges above the forest
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ATV Adventure, Interactive Bridges, Ziplines, Cenote and Lunch

7.ATV Adventure, Interactive Bridges, Ziplines, Cenote and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,903 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $49

Ride a Honda 220cc ATV through the Maya jungle, cross hanging bridges, take three ziplines, and swim in Cenote Verde Lucero. Round-trip pickup, tacos, tequila tasting, a Mayan performance, insurance, and park admission are included. Guides such as Moto Moto, Julio, and Raul are often praised for their energy.

“This was a great experience. We ATVed for about 45 mins. Then we went on multiple Zip lines. It was so much fun and our guide was amazing.”

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Cancun Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch - ATV riding on a marked jungle course
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Cancun Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch

8.Cancun Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,406 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $48

Ride an ATV through La Ruta de los Cenotes, swim for about 25 minutes in a natural cenote, fly across a jungle zipline course, then enjoy a Mayan cultural walk, tequila tasting, and two tacos. Pickup runs from Cancun and Playa del Carmen. Guides may include Alan, Raul, Julio, Nacho, or Ernesto.

“Had a great time. Alan was our tour guide and was very informative. Be sure to pack a snack and water. It's gonna be a long day if you do all the excursions.”

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Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun - Cenote Mariposa: a cool finish after the ruins
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Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun

9.Tulum Ruins and Cenote Guided Tour, from Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,592 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $49

See Tulum’s cliff-top Maya ruins with a multilingual guide, then swim in the clear waters of Cenote Mariposa. The tour includes air-conditioned transport, water, life jackets, and lockers. Guides such as Carlos, Luis, Susana, and Fredie have earned praise, but pickup details and the final schedule can vary.

“Good trip with a great combination of fun,history and beautiful scenery for sure, Cenote was great too!”

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Chichen Itza Gastronomic, Valladolid and Cenote Extremo - A Mayan meal in Kaua
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Chichen Itza Gastronomic, Valladolid and Cenote Extremo

10.Chichen Itza Gastronomic, Valladolid and Cenote Extremo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,558 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $29

Visit Chichen Itza with guides such as Ricardo, Diego, or Carlos Moo, then enjoy a Mayan cooking demonstration and buffet lunch in Kaua. Swim, jump, or zip-line at Cenote Noolha by Chichikan, and finish with a short stop in Valladolid. Expect an early start, a large group, and a long day.

“The tour of the Mayan ruins was great mainly due to the information provided by the guide about the people and their culture.”

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Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Small Group Day Trip - Chichen Itza before the heat
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Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Small Group Day Trip

11.Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Small Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,104 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $214

Travel from Tulum in a small group to Chichen Itza, Valladolid, and Cenote Xux Ha. Guides such as Miguel, Paloma, Santi, and Alondra bring the Maya site to life, while lunch, snacks, drinks, entrance fees, and hotel transfers are included. Expect a long but well-planned day, with the cenote often providing its quietest and most memorable hour.

“Excellent experience. The guide was very informative about the history of chichen itza and we learnt so much about the culture and history of the Mayan people. The Cenote we were taken too afterwards was beautiful and the water very cool and refreshing!”

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From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote - The ATV ride: muddy fun with modest scenery
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From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote

12.From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,041 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $49

Escape to the Ruta de los Cenotes for a four-hour outing with a 4x4 ATV ride, three ziplines, and a swim in a natural cenote. Hotel transport, bilingual guides, a regional snack, tequila tasting, and safety equipment are included. Guides such as Sergio, Lalo, Gio, and Ximema have earned special praise, though expect upselling and possible waits.

“Great experience me and my partner had so much fun. Our guide Sergio was really good, he made sure everything went well and on time.”

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Half-Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya - Parque de Cenotes Yax-Muul: the day’s quieter half
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Half-Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya

13.Half-Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,039 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $99

Start early for guided snorkeling at Akumal Beach, where sea turtles, rays, squid, and tropical fish may appear. Then walk through Parque de Cenotes Yax-Muul before swimming in a freshwater cave. Ocean Tours Mexico provides transport, gear, snacks, and bilingual guides such as Max, Marina, and Daniel.

“Very smooth experience and professional guides. Both snorkeling spots were excellent and we saw several turtles. Definitely worth the 6:30 pickup time as we arrived to the turtle area right at opening, before it got crowded.”

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Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch - Cenote El Sueño: the day’s most unusual swim
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Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch

14.Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,888 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $169

Travel from Playa del Carmen or nearby Riviera Maya hotels with guides such as Santiago, Lalo, or Mario. Tour Tulum, swim through the cool chambers of Cenote El Sueño, snorkel calm Yal Ku Lagoon, and finish with a beachside lunch. Bring towels, snacks, and a refillable bottle. The day is active, scenic, and often longer than the advertised 6.5 hours.

“Great and wonderful tour! Our guide Iker was amazing and super friendly! Highly recommend this tour!”

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Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen - Riding Through the Yucatan Jungle
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Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

15.Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,780 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $120

Ride a rescued horse through the Yucatan jungle with a guide such as Paola, Lily, or Fabian, learning about Maya plants, local folklore, and bubblegum making. Then cool off in a cenote with towels, lockers, snacks, and drinks provided. Pickup and drop-off from Cancun or Playa del Carmen are included.

“Fantastic tour guides were really friendly and informative. Great experience riding through the jungle topped off by swimming in a cenote highly recommend”

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Playa del Carmen Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim and Mayan Village Visit - Pickup from Playa del Carmen hotels
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