RIVIERA MAYA SNORKEL FIELD GUIDE
Three cenotes, one day: snorkeling between light and shadow at Chikinha
Entrada con Snorkel grants access to Chikinha nature reserve's three cenotes—snorkel in an open cenote and a cave, and walk a collapsed cenote—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring for a safe day in crystal‑clear water.
Three cenotes, one day: snorkeling between light and shadow at Chikinha.
Chikinha is a nature reserve set in the heart of the Mayan jungle where three distinct types of cenote occur. The entrance grants access to the park’s three cenotes: two where visitors can snorkel—one an open cenote and the other a cave cenote—and a third, collapsed cenote that is visited on foot and was once a site for Mayan ceremonies. It’s presented as a safe, family‑friendly day in clear water with facilities on site.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Three distinct cenotes in the Mayan jungle
The reserve centers on three different cenotes—an open sinkhole, a cave, and a natural collapse—clustered inside the jungle of the Riviera Maya, giving visitors a compact way to experience multiple cenote types in one visit.
Snorkel an open cenote and a cave cenote
The entrance includes access to two cenotes set up for snorkeling—one open to the sky and a second sunlit cave—so you can move from broad daylight to the more intimate atmosphere of a cavern swim.
A collapsed cenote with ceremonial ties
A third cenote at the site is a natural collapse that is visited on foot; it historically served as a place for Mayan ceremonies, offering a quieter, more contemplative contrast to the snorkeling spots.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The visit is a contained day‑long experience inside a jungle reserve: enter the park, move between an open cenote and a cave for snorkeling, and walk to the collapsed cenote to view a ceremonial site. Facilities such as showers, lockers, palapas and parking are available, and the site is presented as ideal for sharing a memorable day with friends or family in crystal‑clear water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits, and the key limits to know.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The entrance is valid for a full day during the park's opening hours.
Recommended: towel, swimsuit, comfortable shoes, dry clothes, hat, and any food or non‑alcoholic drinks you plan to consume. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted.
The site is Cenote Chikin Ha, located at México 307 Km. 265, 77782 Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico; facilities include showers, lockers, palapas and parking.
Included: a life jacket per person and access to facilities. Not included: snorkel mask (available to rent for $50), guide, locker deposit (MXN $100 per locker), food and beverages.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is snorkeling gear provided?
Masks are not included but can be rented on site for $50; life jackets are provided for each person.
Can I bring food and drinks?
Yes: you may bring food and non‑alcoholic beverages to consume in the palapa area, but alcoholic beverages are not allowed on site.
Are showers and lockers available?
Yes—showers, lockers, bathrooms and palapas are available; locker use requires a deposit (MXN $100 per locker).
Is a guide included with entry?
No; a guide is not included with the entrance fee.
How long is the entrance valid?
The entrance is valid for a full day during the park's opening hours.
Are there any pre‑swim requirements?
Yes—showering immediately before entering the water is mandatory.