Open cenote · Chichén Itzá
Cenote Lol Ha
- Type
- Open cenote
- Area
- Chichén Itzá
- Entry fee
- Check at entrance
- Hours
- Daytime, check locally
Cenote Lol Ha is a community-run open cenote next to the village and small archaeological site of Yaxunah, south of Chichén Itzá. It sees few tourists and is often visited on community tours that include the Yaxunah ruins.
Cenote Lol Ha is one of the best cenotes near Chichén Itzá in our guide to cenotes in Mexico.
What to do at Cenote Lol Ha
- Swimming
- Visiting Yaxunah ruins
Highlights
- Community-run by Yaxunah
- Close to the Yaxunah archaeological site
- Depth reported at about 16–40 m depending on the side
How to get to Cenote Lol Ha
Location: Next to Yaxunah village, south of Chichén Itzá via Pisté.
Drive south from Pisté (the town next to Chichén Itzá) to Yaxunah, roughly 30 minutes. Few signs; download an offline map.
Cenote Lol Ha entrance fee and hours
Entry: we have not found a reliable, current price for Cenote Lol Ha yet. Ask at the Chichén Itzá entrance and bring cash in pesos.
Hours: Cenote Lol Ha opens in daytime only; confirm hours locally before you go.
How far is Cenote Lol Ha?
Approximate driving times to the Chichén Itzá cenote area (car, normal traffic):
- Chichén Itzá ruins to Cenote Lol Ha: 5–20 min
- Valladolid to Cenote Lol Ha: 45 min
- Mérida to Cenote Lol Ha: 1 h 45 min
- Tulum to Cenote Lol Ha: 2 h
- Cancún to Cenote Lol Ha: 2 h 30 min
Plan your visit to Cenote Lol Ha
- Time needed: 1–2 hours at the cenote, more if you combine it with nearby cenotes.
- Best time to go: Early morning (before about 10 am) for calm water and fewer people; weekdays are quieter than weekends.
- Packing: see what to bring to a cenote.
Is Cenote Lol Ha worth visiting?
Yes, if you are looking for off the beaten path, community tourism. At Cenote Lol Ha you can do: swimming, visiting yaxunah ruins.
Tips and rules for visiting
- Bring cash.
- Combine with the Yaxunah ruins.
- Facilities are basic.
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Cenote Lol Ha FAQs
Where is Cenote Lol Ha?
Next to Yaxunah village, south of Chichén Itzá.
Is Lol Ha crowded?
Usually not; it is far from the main tour routes.
What type of cenote is Cenote Lol Ha?
Cenote Lol Ha is an open cenote. Cenote Lol Ha is a community-run open cenote next to the village and small archaeological site of Yaxunah, south of Chichén Itzá.
What can you do at Cenote Lol Ha?
Popular activities at Cenote Lol Ha: swimming, visiting yaxunah ruins.