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 30, 2025
GORGEOUS CENOTE, exceeded all my expectations. Funny small black fish between our feet. Stairs down can be a bit slippery. Cute little cafe.Full review by Elisabeth A
Jan 26, 2025
Cenote Ik Kil is an absolute paradise! Surrounded by lush greenery and cascading vines, it feels like stepping into a dream. The crystal-clear water is perfect for a refreshing swim, and the atmosphe…Full review by Barreiro-London
Jan 24, 2025
Our tour from Playa del Carmen to Chichén-Itzá included a stop at Cenote Ik Kil. It is a natural sinkhole that has been a sacred place to the Mayan people as it was the site for human sacrifices to t…Full review by TravelingSoccerLoon
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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Yes, you can go down and walk around and not swim. I did not, because like you, I do not like to swim in deep water. Crowds inside and access to the water by slippery stairs also did …
Yes, you can go down and walk around and not swim. I did not, because like you, I do not like to swim in deep water. Crowds inside and access to the water by slippery stairs also did not appeal to me.
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