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Mayan Cenotes and Paradise Lagoon Snorkeling: A Journey to Ancient Sinkholes and Exciting Sea Life
Explore ancient Mayan cenotes and snorkel in a paradise lagoon. Swim through breathtaking caves, discover rock formations, and encounter a variety of exotic sea life.
Explore ancient Mayan cenotes and snorkel in a paradise lagoon. Swim through breathtaking caves, discover rock formations, and encounter a variety of exotic sea life.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- YAL-KU CENOTE Y Laguna Yalku - Dive into the refreshing waters of age-old Mayan cenotes on a guided exploration. Cenotes are naturally occurring pits that reveal the groundwater below. Traverse stunning caves and passageways, marveling at the primordial geological structures intimately! Following that, experience snorkeling in a unique estuary…
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YAL-KU CENOTE Y Laguna Yalku - Dive into the refreshing waters of age-old Mayan cenotes on a guided exploration. Cenotes are naturally occurring pits that reveal the groundwater below. Traverse stunning caves and passageways, marveling at the primordial geological structures intimately! Following that, experience snorkeling in a unique estuary where the merging of saltwater and freshwater forms a perfect environment for diverse marine creatures.
The surface is so serene you’ll be eager to plunge in and navigate around the underwater geological features that provide a habitat for a plethora of vibrant tropical fish. Keep an eye out for blue tangs, triggerfish, and a host of other species! Yalku stands as an exceptional gem of the Riviera Maya!
What's Included
- Professional, bilingual, attentive staff.
- Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya.
- Snorkel gear.
- Life jacket.
- Snack and water.
- Professional, bilingual, attentive staff.
- Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya.
- Snorkel gear.
- Life jacket.
- Snack and water.
What's Not Included
- Souvenir photos (available for purchase).
- Gratuities.
- Souvenir photos (available for purchase).
- Gratuities.
Additional Information
Witness the fascinating world of the Mayan cenotes and vibrant underwater landscapes of Yal-Ku Lagoon.
Immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of Mayan cenotes on a guided tour. Explore these natural sinkholes, revealing the mystical underground waters. Marvel at the stunning rock formations as you float through captivating caves and caverns.Next,…
Witness the fascinating world of the Mayan cenotes and vibrant underwater landscapes of Yal-Ku Lagoon.
Immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of Mayan cenotes on a guided tour. Explore these natural sinkholes, revealing the mystical underground waters. Marvel at the stunning rock formations as you float through captivating caves and caverns.Next, embark on a snorkeling adventure in a mesmerizing inlet where freshwater and saltwater converge, creating a vibrant ecosystem teeming with diverse marine life. Dive into the tranquil waters and swim alongside exotic tropical fish. Yal-Ku, a hidden gem of the Riviera Maya, offers an unforgettable experience.
- MInimum age is 6
- Not recommended for guests with limited mobility
- Guests must be relatively fit and must be able to swim
- For safety reasons, we do not recommend participation on any snorkel activity if you are pregnant, have respiratory problems, injuries, back/neck issues, heart conditions, or conditions that can cause loss of consciousness
- Guests must meet a minimum height requirement of 3.9 feet (1.20 meters)
- The pickup time depends on your hotel’s location
- No devices are allowed inside the cenote
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Toddandkristyh
Nov 20, 2025
Excellent adventure - Excellent explanation from guide Jareth during transportation and during tours. Driver Nario. Trip to closed cenote with fish, bats and “cleaner” insects - great explanation on types of cenotes, how formed and expected wildlife. Lagoon is outdoor snorkeling, equipment provided. Snack and water in between.
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570marthae
Nov 20, 2025
Jareth explained everything that was going to happen at the cenote and lagoon ahead of time. We felt safe. It was great - Nerio was our driver, we felt safe and he picked us up from our hotel on time.. The lagoon had tons of fish. It was a great day
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Meghan_c
Nov 20, 2025
Our driver was punctual... - Our driver was punctual and arrived directly outside of our resort lobby in an easily identifiable uniform. During the transfer, our guide was very knowledgeable and provided us with detailed information of the environments we were going to visit and an explanation of their culture importance. At the inlet, our guide provided us with snorkelling equipment and life jackets. We had plenty of time in the water and we saw hundreds of colourful fish and many impressive rock formations. On our way to the cenote, we were offered cold water, fruit, and granola bars. Like at the inlet, we were provided with like jackets for the cenote. We had the opportunity to explore multiple caves,
and learn about the stalagmites, bats, fish, and many other aspects of this impressive underwater ecosystem. Our tour group was very small and we never felt rushed by our guide or driver. This tour is a great way to learn more about Quintana Roo’s culture and environment, and it allows you to visit many areas that are not overly commercialized for tourism.
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Michael
Nov 9, 2025
Wonderful Lagoon and Cenote Experience - We spent the perfect amount of time at the lagoon and the cenote to appreciate the natural beauty. Alex did a great job sharing the history and significance to the Mayan culture. Carlos did a fine job with the Mayan massage ;-)
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Carli_b
Nov 6, 2025
great way to get out of the resort - be prepared to go into a cave system! i was a little scared but it was well worth it to overcome my fears and explore! the cenote was incredible to see, and the fishes in the lagoon were so cool!
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Trip55957
Oct 31, 2025
Good, half day tour. - Welcoming, good half day tour, with pick up from hotel. Great local knowledge. 2nd time to a Cenote following a previous holiday to Mexico and this was far better!
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Allisonbaker1
Oct 30, 2025
Give this fun trip a go for sure! - Our driver and guide (Cesar) were right on time picking us up at the Conrad Hotel. We drove a bit to another pickup and switched vans. We met our group and went together to the Yal Ku Lagoon. The walk in was so pretty and the equipment was fine. We had a fabulous time snorkeling in the clear ocean/cenote brackish water and saw a ton of colorful reef fish and really cool rock formations in the crystal clear water. It was a magical experience indeed. Next Cesar packed us up after a snack of fresh fruit and granola bars and we headed to the cenote cave that only Cancun Adventures has access to. It was lovely to swim in the clear (fairly cold) water and glide beneath stalactites and little fruit bats as we swam from room to room in the cave. The set up was clean, eco friendly and professional. The ride into the jungle to the location was bumpy but they did not charge any extra for the Yucatan massage!
I would recommend this trip to ALL ages and abilities. It was truly terrific. Thank you to our pleasant driver and our crazy fun leader Cesar!. Gracias!
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L1023cvjeffb
Oct 29, 2025
Absolutely Wonderful adventure! We loved both stops!! - Excellent! Loved the excursion! Cenote and Lagoon were incredible! Such a great family experience!! We would recommend this to anyone.
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Natalie
Oct 25, 2025
Cenote and Paradise Lagoon - JJ and Benjamin were the best. Great driving and so knowledgeable. We had such a wonderful time! This is a must do. We also went to the cenote. Beautiful!
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525catrinal
Nov 14, 2025
Fun tour - Our guide, Cesar, made the trip enjoyable with his humour and extensive knowledge of the sites we were there to see as well as Mexico and its history.
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