Cave cenote · Puerto Morelos
Cenote La Noria
- Type
- Cave cenote
- Area
- Puerto Morelos
- Entry fee
- Cenote only: 400 MXN international, 300 MXN national, 250 MXN local
- Hours
- Daytime, check locally
Prices and hours change often. Last checked 2026-10-03. Fee source
Cenote La Noria is a mostly underground cenote on the Ruta de los Cenotes. A staircase of about 10 m leads down into a cave with turquoise water, light from an opening above, a small zipline, a water swing and a high jump from the rim. It sits in a jungle park that also offers ATVs, horseback rides and a zipline circuit.
Cenote La Noria is one of the cenotes on the Ruta de los Cenotes in our guide to cenotes in Mexico.
What to do at Cenote La Noria
- Swimming
- Jumping
- Water swing
- Zipline
- ATV
- Horseback riding
Highlights
- Cave cenote reported at about 18 m deep and 47 m wide
- Stairs of about 10 m down past rock formations
- Small zipline, water swing and a jump of 6 m or more from the rim
- Bats fly in the cave; small fish in the water
- Lockers and life vests available; the official site says it is pet friendly
How to get to Cenote La Noria
Location: On the Ruta de los Cenotes, set back from the main road.
The Ruta de los Cenotes starts at the Highway 307 turn-off in Puerto Morelos (about 35 km south of Cancun) and heads inland toward Leona Vicario. A car is easiest; there is no regular public transport along the road, and the last stretch to many cenotes is a dirt track. Follow the La Noria signs; the cenote is a few kilometres off the main road.
Cenote La Noria entrance fee and hours
Entry: Cenote only: 400 MXN international, 300 MXN national, 250 MXN local (checked 2026-10-03, source).
Hours: Cenote La Noria is a cave cenote, so midday light is best; confirm opening hours locally.
Prices and hours change often, so treat these as a guide.
How far is Cenote La Noria?
Approximate driving times to the Puerto Morelos cenote area (car, normal traffic):
- Puerto Morelos to Cenote La Noria: 15–30 min
- Cancún to Cenote La Noria: 30–40 min
- Playa del Carmen to Cenote La Noria: 30 min
- Tulum to Cenote La Noria: 1 h 15 min
- Valladolid to Cenote La Noria: 2 h
Plan your visit to Cenote La Noria
- Time needed: about 1–1.5 hours at the cenote, more if you combine it with nearby cenotes.
- Best time to go: Around midday if the roof has openings that create light beams; otherwise any time, ideally early before tour groups arrive.
- Packing: see what to bring to a cenote.
Is Cenote La Noria worth visiting?
Yes, if you are looking for jumping and swinging, adventure add-ons, families. At Cenote La Noria you can do: swimming, jumping, water swing, zipline, atv, horseback riding.
Tips and rules for visiting
- Adventure activities cost extra (the official site lists ATV packages separately).
- Bring cash for entry.
- Wear water shoes on the stairs.
- Pack snacks; food options are limited.
- Snorkeling is modest here; come for the cave and the jumps.
Nearby cenotes
See all the best cenotes in Puerto MorelosLearn more: Stalactites and stalagmites in cenotes, Types of cenotes, Wildlife in cenotes
Cenote La Noria FAQs
How much is Cenote La Noria?
The official site lists 400 MXN for international visitors, 300 MXN national and 250 MXN local (cenote only, checked 2026-10-03). Ziplines, ATVs and horses are extra.
How deep is Cenote La Noria?
It is reported to be about 18 m deep and 47 m across.
Can you jump at La Noria?
Yes. There is a jump from the rim (reported at over 6 m), plus a small zipline and a water swing. Life vests are available.
Can I bring my dog to La Noria?
The official website describes the park as pet friendly. Confirm the rules for the cenote area on arrival.