Semi-open cenote · Playa del Carmen
Cenote Chikin Ha
- Type
- Semi-open cenote
- Area
- Playa del Carmen
- Entry fee
- Check at entrance
- Hours
- Daytime, check locally
Chikin Ha is a cenote park on Highway 307 south of Playa del Carmen with more than one cenote to swim in, plus packages that add bikes, ziplines, a cave walk and a Maya ceremony.
Cenote Chikin Ha is one of the best cenotes near Playa del Carmen in our guide to cenotes in Mexico.
Two cenotes in one park
Chikin Ha is a semi-open cenote with clear water and a wooden deck. X'tabay is darker and more cave-like; its name comes from a Maya legend about a spirit woman of the forest. The two are linked by a long underwater passage system used by divers.
Snorkeling and diving
Snorkelers see stalactites and fish in the clear shallows. Certified divers come for wide cavern spaces, light effects and a halocline, usually in small groups with a guide.
Getting there
The park entrance is on Highway 307, a short drive south of Playa del Carmen. A car, taxi or tour transfer is easiest; colectivos can drop you at the turnoff.
What to do at Cenote Chikin Ha
- Swimming
- Snorkeling
- Zipline (package)
- Cycling (package)
Highlights
- General entry covers two cenotes, Chikin Ha and X'tabay (reported)
- Packages with guide, bikes, ziplines and a cave walk (reported)
- Jungle park setting
How to get to Cenote Chikin Ha
Location: On Highway 307 between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, about 20–30 minutes south of Playa del Carmen, just before Cenote Azul and Jardín del Edén.
About 20–30 minutes south of Playa del Carmen on Highway 307; colectivos stop at the entrance on request.
Cenote Chikin Ha entrance fee and hours
Entry: we have not found a reliable, current price for Cenote Chikin Ha yet. Ask at the Playa del Carmen entrance and bring cash in pesos.
Hours: Cenote Chikin Ha is a semi-open cenote, so midday light is best; confirm opening hours locally.
How far is Cenote Chikin Ha?
Approximate driving times to the Playa del Carmen cenote area (car, normal traffic):
- Playa del Carmen to Cenote Chikin Ha: 10–30 min
- Cancún to Cenote Chikin Ha: 50 min
- Tulum to Cenote Chikin Ha: 45 min
- Valladolid to Cenote Chikin Ha: 2 h
- Mérida to Cenote Chikin Ha: 4 h
Plan your visit to Cenote Chikin Ha
- Time needed: 1–2 hours at the cenote, more if you combine it with nearby cenotes.
- Best time to go: Late morning to early afternoon, when sun reaches through the roof opening; arrive early on weekends to beat tour groups.
- Packing: see what to bring to a cenote.
Is Cenote Chikin Ha worth visiting?
Yes, if you are looking for several cenotes in one park, adventure packages. At Cenote Chikin Ha you can do: swimming, snorkeling, zipline (package), cycling (package).
Tips and rules for visiting
- Prices reported online vary widely; check the park's current rates.
- Book packages ahead in high season.
Nearby cenotes
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Cenote Chikin Ha FAQs
How many cenotes are at Chikin Ha?
Reports describe general entry covering two cenotes, Chikin Ha and X'tabay.
How much is Chikin Ha?
Sources report very different prices; check at the park before going.
Where is Cenote Chikin Ha?
Cenote Chikin Ha is near Playa del Carmen. On Highway 307 between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, about 20–30 minutes south of Playa del Carmen, just before Cenote Azul and Jardín del Edén.
What type of cenote is Cenote Chikin Ha?
Cenote Chikin Ha is a semi-open cenote. Chikin Ha is a cenote park on Highway 307 south of Playa del Carmen with more than one cenote to swim in, plus packages that add bikes, ziplines, a cave walk and a Maya ceremony.