Cenotes y Grutas | Cenotes and Grottos SAN IGNACIO Located 20 minutes from Mérida, on the highway to Campeche, in the town of Chocholá. This cenote has very safe conditions and is ideal for swimming in its transparent turquoise blue waters. It has a restaurant, swimming pool, bathrooms, games, lockers, wifi, etc. Open 365 days a year. Hours: Monday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Prices: $ 100 pesos per person, $ 80 pesos residents of Yucatan with identification Map 3: D, 3
CHIHUAN Located in Holcá, Kantunil police station, it is considered the most beautiful and safest in the State. It has horseback riding, hammocks, swimming pools, camping area, regional snacks, as well as social events, lodging and spa services. Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Prices: $ 80 pesos general Map 3: E, 3
DZITNUP O X´KEKÉN (The pig or pig): Cenote only 7 km. from Valladolid; large underground vault full of stalactites at the top of which there is an entrance of light, through which Kin (The Sun) filters its rays that give vivid turquoise tones to its clear, fresh and transparent waters. It is worth enjoying this experience of Light, Water, Myth and Life! The tourist inn will allow a capacity of 30%. Sanitary measures: correct use of the mask, application of antibacterial gel, avoid agglomerations, etc. Map 3: G, 3
GRUTAS DE BALANKANCHÉ Hidden for 5 centuries, it was rediscovered in 1959. Its innumerable stalactites, in one section, form the vigorous trunk of a CEIBA, a Mayan sacred tree, with centuriesold offerings. At the end of the tour, an UNDERGROUND RIVER, like thousands that bathe the entrails of Yucatan
with abundant quantities of the vital liquid. Get to know our unique hydrography! The Balankanché Grottoes will remain closed due to the fact that repairs and adjustments are being carried out. Map 3: G, 3
IK KIL Located 3 km from the archaeological zone of Chichén Itzá. It is surrounded by exotic plants and many other species. The main attraction of Ik Kil is its cenote adorned with vegetation; To see its depth, you go down some stone stairs and admire its beauty from different points. Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Price: $ 80 pesos Map 3: F, 3
KANKIRIXCHÉ Splendid cenote located 15 minutes from Abalá. You will feel like you are going on an
adventure because of its cave shape. Appreciate the roots of the vegetation descending into the water and the impressive rock formations such as submerged stalactites and roof rocks. You will feel in touch with nature! Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Price: $ 30 pesos Map 3: D, 3
MUCUYCHÉ The Hacienda Mucuyché, which dates from the 17th century, offers tours of the farm and you can swim in the cenotes of CARLOTA (named after the Empress Carlota bathed in it during her visit to Yucatan) and AZUL MAYA, semi-open and cavern type, respectively. It has a restaurant, a locker area, parking and a swimming pool. Reservation necessary. Hours: Monday to Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Prices: $ 480 pesos approx.
$ 250 approx. for locals. Map 3: D, 3
YAAL UTZIL Half a kilometer from Hacienda Mucuyché is Yaal Utzil, considered the most bluish cenote in Yucatan. It is a freefall open type, it has a 12-meter-long ladder to access the water mirror. The cenote is 25 meters long by 39 meters wide and a maximum depth of 49 meters. Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Price: $ 30 pesos approx. Map 3: D, 3
YOKDZONOT 18 minutes from Chichén Itzá, it has rails to admire its beautiful waters. Ideal for those who like to zip line and rappel. After exploring Chichen Itzá, you can visit this cenote. Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Prices: $ 80 pesos Map 3: F, 3
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