The cenote is open to the sky with the water level about 26 metres (85 ft) below ground level. There is a carved stairway down to a swimming platform. The …
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Jan 21, 2025
This is the most wonderful magical place I have ever visited. The sun was shining as we descended down to the pool. Butterflies and birds flying above our heads and then into the pool!!!! Wow lots o… Full review by LIZ I
Dec 23, 2024
**Ik Kil Cenote**, located near Chichén Itzá in Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, is a breathtaking natural sinkhole famed for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, cascading vines, and serene ambiance. This… Full review by birolbalibey
Dec 9, 2024
Breathtaking. I must say I went into this blind. My husband made all the arrangements, so I had no idea. I went into this thinking it was just a sinkhole and did not take an extra pair of clothes. My… Full review by Elvia D
We are looking at tours which include a stop at this cenote, I am very scared of deep water, can you go down to this for a look without getting in the water ? (I may decide to when I am there but don't want to feel pressurised to do so) I can swim, its the depth thing that is the issue (I never swim in the sea, only pools due to my fear) Thanks
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Hi there There are 2 viewing areas on the staircase that look over the cenote, to be fair I wouldn’t recommend going down to the water if your not going in, if it’s busy then people …
Hi there There are 2 viewing areas on the staircase that look over the cenote, to be fair I wouldn’t recommend going down to the water if your not going in, if it’s busy then people milling around not going in the water we’re causing access problems for people trying to get on and off the ladder platforms and onto the diving platforms.