Timeline
05:28
Cenote Cristal & Cenote Escondido
Ride your bicycle or take a short taxi ride to the cenotes. They are about 4 km west of the city center. Head to Cenote Cristal on the right side of the street to buy the entrance ticket for both cenotes.
06:58
Cenote Cristal & Cenote Escondido
Jump into Cenote Cristal. The platform is perfect for a dip before the sun is fully up. If you prefer a bit more adventure, cross the road to the opposite side for Cenote Escondido, which has a rope to jump from.
07:28
Cenote Cristal & Cenote Escondido
Float in the fresh water as the sun rises. The light reflecting off the water is best at this moment. It is a great spot to cool off and have some fun.
08:28
Check the route for breakfast or coffee nearby. The cenotes do not have on-site food or drink shops, so you will need to head back toward the city center to find a place that is open.
Local tip
Bring cash for the entrance fee (M$120). The cenotes are not great for diving or snorkeling, but they are perfect for swimming and jumping.
Check before you go
- Cenote Cristal and Cenote Escondido are open early. Check the specific opening hours for the day you visit, as they may vary.
- The cenotes are located 4 km west of the city center. Plan your transport accordingly.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Tulum (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).