Cenotes hidden gems private tour: Xcanahaltun, Sac Aua and Zazil Tunich
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Cenotes hidden gems private tour: Xcanahaltun, Sac Aua and Zazil Tunich

Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 11 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Skip the crowds at Cenote Dos Ojos and Gran Cenote and instead visit three lesser-known cenotes
  • Swim in the turquoise waters at Cenote Xcanahaltun
  • Marvel at the ancient island at Cenote Sac Aua
  • Learn about Mayan mythology at Cenote Zazil Tunich
What to expect

If you’ve been researching some cenotes to visit in Tulum, Mexico, chances are that you’ve been told to visit Cenote Dos Ojos and Gran Cenote. While stunningly beautiful, these famous cenotes can tend to be crowded. If you want to skip the crowds, this full-day adventure is for you!

First, you’ll visit the quaint town of Yalcoba before heading to the first cenote, Cenote Xcanahaltun. This natural swimming hole with its crystalline stalagmites and stalactites makes for a scenic view, along with the cenote’s gleaming turquoise waters. Enjoy some free time to swim, snorkel and paddle around in the cool waters.

Cenote Sac Aua is notable for being one of the only cenotes with an island in the middle. This was said to have been caused thousands of years ago when the roof of the cenote collapsed and formed the island. Swim around and marvel at the beauty of nature before visiting the last cenote of the day.

Cenote Zazil Tunich is one of the largest cave cenotes, said to house stone formations more than 500 thousand years old. You’ll tour the ‘Mayan Underworld’ and learn about Mayan mythology, the legend of Xibalba and more. After the cave tour, you’ll feast on a local Yucatecan lunch before making your way back to your hotel.

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What's included
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off (hotels in Cancun and Playa del Carmen)
  • check English and Spanish speaking tour guide
  • check Air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Entrance fees (Xcanahaltun 150 MXN, Sac Aua 200 MXN, Zazil Tunich 300 MXN)
  • check Drinking water
  • check Yucatecan lunch
What's not included
  • x_not_included Snorkeling equipment
Where
Meeting point:
Please indicate your pickup location (hotels in Cancun and Playa del Carmen) at checkout.
What to remember
  • This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
  • The minimum age to participate in this tour is 6
  • The use of a domestic video camera has a cost 50 MXN (2.50 USD)
  • Drone cameras are not allowed in the Federal Area
  • Please be at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the stated pickup time
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Provider
Trip Guru Limited
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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