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Xenotes

Guided cenote adventure across four cenote types.

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Description

A guided outing to a set of cenotes (open, semi-open, cavern, and ancient types), with activities like assisted rappel, zip-lines, kayaking, and swimming. Transportation and food are included. Calmer and more nature-immersive than the big parks.

Highlights

  • Multiple cenote types
  • Assisted rappel
  • Zip-lines
  • Kayaking
  • Swimming

What to bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Water Shoes
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Reef safe sunscreen/bug spray

Included for hotel guests

Yes, All-Fun Inclusive

Cold and hot drinks (waters, sodas, Mexican-style hot chocolate, coffee), as well as seasonal fruit at the end of the first cenote. Jungle picnic that includes julienne soup, a cold bar of meats and premium cheeses, variety of rustic breads, dressings, salads, water, wine, and beer.

Distance from resort

Pickup-based tour into the jungle; drive time varies (estimate ~40 to 50 min to the cenote area).

Time commitment

Full day

Best for ages

6+ and reasonably active, rappelling, zip-lines, kayaking, and swimming.

Physical level

Active

Reservations

Reserve ahead

Hours

Monday- Saturday 8:50am-5:30pm

Good to know

Plan your time

Full day, guided, on a fixed pickup schedule (small-group tour).

Booking

Book via Wishlist.

Common questions

  • Is Xenotes included for Hotel Xcaret Mexico guests?

    Cold and hot drinks (waters, sodas, Mexican-style hot chocolate, coffee), as well as seasonal fruit at the end of the first cenote. Jungle picnic that includes julienne soup, a cold bar of meats and premium cheeses, variety of rustic breads, dressings, salads, water, wine, and beer.

  • How far is Xenotes from Hotel Xcaret Mexico?

    Xenotes is Pickup-based tour into the jungle; drive time varies (estimate ~40 to 50 min to the cenote area). from Hotel Xcaret Mexico.

  • Do you need a reservation for Xenotes?

    Book via Wishlist.

  • How long should I plan for Xenotes?

    Plan for a full day. Full day, guided, on a fixed pickup schedule (small-group tour).

  • What is the recommended age for Xenotes?

    Xenotes: 6+ and reasonably active, rappelling, zip-lines, kayaking, and swimming..

  • What should I bring to Xenotes?

    Bring: Swimsuit, Water Shoes, Change of clothes, Towel, Reef safe sunscreen/bug spray.

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    A small-group tour to four different cenote types, with rappelling, zip-lines, kayaking, and swimming, plus a jungle picnic at the end.

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    You shower before the first cenote, as it protects the water, so plan to go as product-free as possible.

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    Includes all snorkel gear, life jackets, towels

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    More intimate and nature-focused than the big parks. Best for people who love cenotes and a quieter pace.

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    Important Info/Requirements: For the zip-line activity, a minimum height of 4.5 ft (1.4 m) and a minimum weight of 88 lbs (40 kg) are required. The use of the life jacket is mandatory during all water activities. Tour for visitors 6 years of age or more. It is not recommended for people with heart, lung, or spine conditions; with asthma, diabetes, or hypertension; or pregnant women or those suspected of being pregnant. Also, it’s not suitable for guests with recent surgeries (less than 6 months when visiting). The average water temperature of the cenotes is 75 to 78° F throughout the year. Please take into account that the cenotes are located in the middle of the jungle, so some roads to reach them are not paved and could be bumpy. Also be aware that due to the location of the cenotes in the middle of the jungle, cell phone service is likely unavailable.

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