Discover four different types of cenotes in one experience, each with its own natural setting and activities. From open-air pools surrounded by jungle to underground formations, the Xenotes experience lets you experience the diversity of the Ruta de los Cenotes in a single day. Swim in clear freshwater, paddle through a cenote by kayak, soar over the jungle on a zipline, or descend by rappel into a natural cavern. Along the way, learn about the cenotes, the surrounding ecosystems, and Mayan traditions and legends about the aluxes. With adventure, nature, cultural stories, and time to enjoy a picnic lunch, Xenotes offers a different way to discover the cenotes of the Riviera Maya.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 18.
Explore four different types of cenotes deep in the Mayan jungle with the Xenotes Tour. Located along the Ruta de los Cenotes, these natural formations include open, semi-open, cave, and ancient cenotes, each offering a different environment to discover. Experience the cenotes through a variety of activities, including swimming, kayaking, ziplining, and rappelling. As you move from one cenote to another, learn about the natural surroundings and the cultural traditions associated with these sacred freshwater pools. The experience also introduces you to Mayan legends about the aluxes, mythical spirits believed to protect the cenotes and the surrounding jungle. From underground caves to open-air cenotes, Xenotes combines nature, adventure, and Mayan culture in one experience.
Meeting points for travelers that are in downtown hotels and Airbnb’s or any location that we can't reach: Cancun Meeting Point: Wyndham Garden Cancun Downtown ( Iron sun) The pickup time is set according to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as possible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Xenotes Tour from Cancun: Open & Semi-Open Cenotes lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $175 per person for this Riviera Maya and the Yucatan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 7:30 AM.
Children aged 5–11 pay from $140, adults from $175.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Meeting points for travelers that are in downtown hotels and Airbnb’s or any location that we can't reach: Cancun Meeting Point: Wyndham Garden Cancun Downtown ( Iron sun) The pickup time is set according to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as possible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service. Pickup points include Sotavento Hotel & Yacht Club, Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Children under 11 years with a height greater than 1.40m must present identification to prove their age. Children over 4.5 ft but under 12 years of age must show an ID to verify their age as well.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cancun Mayan Travel.
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Very fun day! Bring your energy and muscles for the ropes course, and do it first. The jet boat was the best thing!! So fun!
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xenotes Tour from Cancun: Open & Semi-Open Cenotes | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (1) | $175 | |
 Xenotes Adventure from Riviera Maya | 4 hours | — | $202 | View |
 Xenotes Riviera Maya Tour | 8–9 hours | — | $189 | View |
 Tulum Private Cenotes Trio - Open, Semi Open and Cave experience | 4–5 hours | 5.0 (2) | $190 | View |
 Amazing Mayan Tour Xenotes from Cancun | 4 hours | 5.0 (8) | $215 | View |
 Hidden Xenotes Tour: Swim, Kayak & Rappel from Cancun | 6 hours | 4.8 (4) | $215 | View |
 4 best Cenotes Semi-Private Tour | 5 hours | 5.0 (6) | $989 | View |