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Tulum corridor · Tier 2 — Strong Alternative

Cenote Yax-Kin

An easy open-air cenote ten minutes north of Tulum with swimming, snorkel rental, jumping, food and family-friendly facilities.

Cenote Yax-Kin
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Choose Cenote Yax-Kin if you want Families, relaxed swimming, snorkeling, picnics, easy highway access.

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TypeOpen-air cenote
AdmissionMXN 180
HoursDaily 09:00-17:00
Typical stop1.5-3 hours
Family fitYes
SwimmingYes
Best timingMorning or late afternoon
AreaTulum corridor

Freshness: 2026-08-28. Admission, hours and access should still be confirmed before you go.

Why choose it

The experience is the reason to go.

Yax-Kin is not trying to be the most dramatic cenote near Tulum. Its advantage is practicality. It sits close to Highway 307, has an open-air swimming environment and enough facilities to make it easy for families or travelers who do not want ladders, dark caves or a complicated tour.

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