X'Canche Cenote
X'Canche Cenote
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vandordia
Budapest, Hungary187 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
The cenote is nice, however we have sour feelings…
When we turned on the road toward the cenote and Ek-Balam, a group of people stopped us. They forced us to register, we had to pay 700 pesos/each just for the cenote and zip line. We had to pay 100 pesos for the parking. We had our suspicions but obeyed. A huge surprise came by, the cenote cost 130 pesos/person. The zip line was 100 peso/ ride. We went to the reception, we had a huge luck, we got our refund. So, I advise you not get fooled! ;)
When we turned on the road toward the cenote and Ek-Balam, a group of people stopped us. They forced us to register, we had to pay 700 pesos/each just for the cenote and zip line. We had to pay 100 pesos for the parking. We had our suspicions but obeyed. A huge surprise came by, the cenote cost 130 pesos/person. The zip line was 100 peso/ ride. We went to the reception, we had a huge luck, we got our refund. So, I advise you not get fooled! ;)
Written February 28, 2023
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Enna Re
19 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
We decided to go for a dip in the cenote after walking around ek balam. It’s 2km from the entrance to the ruins. You can rent bicycles or take a taxi but we walked and it was super easy and quick.
Tickets were 170 pesos per person. It was absolutely beautiful. The cenote had amazing trees with big roots hanging down, a great wood walkway that goes all around and a rope swing. They do not require you to wear a life jacket but they do offer them free of charge for those who want one. Like other cenotes, you are required to shower if you want to swim in order to help protect the ecosystem.
There is a restaurant on site but we didn’t eat there. There were also a few vendors selling drinks and fresh coconuts along the walk to and from.
Definitely recommend!
Tickets were 170 pesos per person. It was absolutely beautiful. The cenote had amazing trees with big roots hanging down, a great wood walkway that goes all around and a rope swing. They do not require you to wear a life jacket but they do offer them free of charge for those who want one. Like other cenotes, you are required to shower if you want to swim in order to help protect the ecosystem.
There is a restaurant on site but we didn’t eat there. There were also a few vendors selling drinks and fresh coconuts along the walk to and from.
Definitely recommend!
Written January 7, 2023
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Rv U
22 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
Our family had a great experience here today after visiting the Ek Balam ruins. We were absolutely roasting from the heat and this cenote is exactly what we needed to cool off. It’s a little off the beaten path so we had the whole cenote to ourselves for almost an hour. You can either drive down to the cenote entrance, or walk or bike. Our teenagers wanted to bike it so they rode while we drove the car over. We purchased a package deal so the kids could do the zipline and then repel down into the cenote. The young men helping us with the harnesses and ropes were very patient and helpful, making sure we all felt comfortable and safe. After repelling down into the cenote we stayed and swam for a while and the kids did the rope swing over and over. The water was warm and the atmosphere was very tranquil and calming. Afterwards we showered off in the changing rooms (a little rustic, but just fine for a quick rinse).
Written March 18, 2021
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SandFlogger
Santa Clara, UT395 contributions
Jan 2020
15 family members touring the Yucatan - stopped at the VERY unique site of Ek Balam and discovered this Cenote at the ruins. We were hot - it was FUN and refreshing. Best to rent a bike or be taken on a bicycle tuk-tuk to the Cenote. At the Cenote they run a circuit of Rappelling, Zip Line, Hand Cycle to drop into the water, rope swings and diving platforms. It was a HIT for all ages, young and old. We had a very fun break from touring ruins at Cenote X'Canche. Very SAFE, well organized and super friendly and competent staff. High recommend over other cenotes in the area.
Written February 4, 2020
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ndantonio
New York City, NY306 contributions
Mar 2023
This might be my favorite Cenote yet. After climbing up the ruins at Ek Balaam this was a welcome reprieve. Like many Cenotes, you don't always know what they'll really be like or if it'll be crowded. On a Sunday afternoon, it was very laid back with mostly Mexican visitors having fun friends & family time together. The life preservers were in great condition. The cenote has two entry points with stairs leading down and a few levels of jumping platforms. I liked being able to walk around behind the waterfall and the long roots coming down from the mother tree. There was also a hanging foot bridge along one wall that added to the sense of adventure. They also had inner tubes to float around in. It was so refreshing to swim underneath the waterfall. Upstairs was a hammock area for resting after your big swim. I liked that it was very laid back and casual with no tour groups.
Written March 30, 2023
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Jeffrey W
9 contributions
Jun 2023
A good place for a cool swim on a hot day but nothing to get too excited about. It’s overpriced at 170 pesos but at least you’re not forced to wear a life jacket like some other cenotés. I wouldn’t go there again and wouldn’t recommend it to others.
Written June 24, 2023
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Aly Smalls
Alberta, Canada53 contributions
Dec 2019
Highly recommend this cenote. We visited during the last hour before closing, and there were only a few other people here. Water is a little chilly, but fine once you're in. Water is clear and lots of platforms to jump off and a rope swing too. It's very picturesque here. Definitely worth a dip after visiting the ruins.
Written January 19, 2020
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Olenka
Northampton, UK572 contributions
Nov 2019
We were almost alone as there was only an hour left to closing time. The steps are exteremely steep, so be careful. Water is cold but the experience is one in a life time for someone outside Mexico that hasn't visited cenotes before.
Written March 10, 2020
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Matt01
Vevey, Switzerland38 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Excellent moment!
Do not hesitate to jump in, the water is at the perfect temperature. There are also few games and platforms you can use to hang/ jump. A person is there 24/24h to watch out If something happens.
Careful at the stairs tho, very steep and not really fixed.
I advise to go there in the morning, around 10am, to be “alone”.
Go and visit it!
Enjoy.
Do not hesitate to jump in, the water is at the perfect temperature. There are also few games and platforms you can use to hang/ jump. A person is there 24/24h to watch out If something happens.
Careful at the stairs tho, very steep and not really fixed.
I advise to go there in the morning, around 10am, to be “alone”.
Go and visit it!
Enjoy.
Written March 29, 2024
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tatumdazzle
Memphis, TN43 contributions
Mar 2022
My boyfriend and I had a really fun time at this Cenote! We drive right up to their parking lot after stopping and purchasing tickets. There was a locker room and showers for before entering the cenote. We brought our own lock to secure the locker with.
The cenote was very relaxing. They had free tubes to lounge on/in and I also did the rope swing for free. We also used our snorkel to look at some fish under water but there wasn't much going on. There were some other people but it wasn't crowded.
We relaxed for about 30 minutes and then left. I would recommend this after visiting Ek Balam.
The cenote was very relaxing. They had free tubes to lounge on/in and I also did the rope swing for free. We also used our snorkel to look at some fish under water but there wasn't much going on. There were some other people but it wasn't crowded.
We relaxed for about 30 minutes and then left. I would recommend this after visiting Ek Balam.
Written May 2, 2022
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How much are the locker rentals? I see bring your own lock, so what are you renting? Also, how much are life jacket rentals?
Written January 17, 2019
I did not use any locker or lock. We brought a backpack and actually left it at the top with the guys that run the zip line. When you enter the parking lot a guy will ask if you want him to watch your car,say yes and give him 2$ and 2 more when you return. I did that and had no problems.
I never bring valuables to these type of things.
Written January 18, 2019
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