If you want several cenotes in one outing, go to Kantun-Chi. It is a natural cenote park south of Playa del Carmen, and it is easier than driving between separate cenotes.
Key takeaways
- It is about 25 to 35 minutes by car from Playa, near Puerto Aventuras. Parking is free and has security.
- It opens daily from 9am to 5pm. Arrive at 9am on a weekday for the quietest visit.
- Tickets differ. Aguas Mágicas covers five cenotes. 4 Travesías covers four cenotes, self-guided. Grutaventura and Gruta Travesía are guided cave experiences.
- Sunscreen and creams are not allowed in the cenotes. Bring a towel and water shoes.
- Plan 3 to 5 hours.
What it is like
Trails run through the jungle and link several cenotes. Some are open to the sky and some sit under limestone rock. Some trails are uneven and have steps, so it is not an easy walk for everyone.
Which ticket
Read the ticket description before you pay. If you want the underground river or the cave, book a package that names it. A cenote-only ticket does not include the cave.
Rules to know
- Sunscreen and other creams are not allowed. The park may hold them at the entrance and return them when you leave.
- Outside food and drinks are generally not allowed.
- The park does not rent towels.
- This is a swimming and snorkeling park, not a scuba-diving park.
Getting there
Take a car or a taxi. Colectivos toward Tulum can drop you near the entrance, but confirm the stop with the driver and plan your return.
Planning other cenotes? Read cliff jumps at Cenote Eden and Azul.
FAQ
How far is Kantun-Chi from Playa del Carmen?
About 25 to 35 minutes by car, south toward Tulum, near Puerto Aventuras.
What are the opening hours?
Daily, 9am to 5pm.
Can I wear sunscreen?
No. Sunscreen and creams are not allowed in the cenotes.
How long should I plan?
3 to 5 hours.
Is it good for scuba diving?
No. It is a swimming and snorkeling park, not a scuba-diving park.
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