Cave cenote · Valladolid
Cenote Hubiku
- Type
- Cave cenote
- Area
- Valladolid
- Entry fee
- Check at entrance
- Hours
- Daytime, check locally
Cenote Hubiku is a large cave cenote near Temozón, north of Valladolid. You walk down about 115 stone steps into a vaulted chamber about 50 m wide, lit through an opening in the roof, with a waterfall-like inflow, catfish and hanging roots.
Cenote Hubiku is one of the best cenotes in Valladolid in our guide to cenotes in Mexico.
Key facts about Cenote Hubiku
- Underground cenote under a limestone roof with one natural opening that lets in sunlight.
- Reported hours 9:00 to 17:00 daily.
- Changing rooms, showers, life jackets, lockers and a buffet restaurant on site.
- The complex also has a small tequila (agave) museum and local craft shops.
- Allow about 2 to 3 hours if you eat on site.
Source: Yucatán Guide, checked October 2026.
What to do at Cenote Hubiku
- Swimming
Highlights
- About 115 steps down (reported)
- Chamber roughly 50 m wide
- Depth reported at about 27 m; other sources say more
- Restaurant, lockers, life jackets and a craft shop
How to get to Cenote Hubiku
Location: Near Temozón, on the road from Valladolid toward Ek Balam.
Hubiku is about 20–30 minutes north of Valladolid by car or taxi toward Temozón and Ek Balam. Many Chichén Itzá tours stop here for lunch.
Cenote Hubiku entrance fee and hours
Entry: we have not found a reliable, current price for Cenote Hubiku yet. Ask at the Valladolid entrance and bring cash in pesos.
Hours: Cenote Hubiku is a cave cenote, so midday light is best; confirm opening hours locally.
How far is Cenote Hubiku?
Approximate driving times to the Valladolid cenote area (car, normal traffic):
- Valladolid centre to Cenote Hubiku: 5–20 min
- Chichén Itzá to Cenote Hubiku: 45 min
- Tulum to Cenote Hubiku: 1 h 30 min
- Cancún to Cenote Hubiku: 2 h
- Mérida to Cenote Hubiku: 2 h
Plan your visit to Cenote Hubiku
- 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 Hubiku worth visiting?
Yes, if you are looking for big cave chamber, pairing with ek balam. At Cenote Hubiku you can do: swimming.
Tips and rules for visiting
- Arrive before 11:00 or after 15:00 to avoid lunch tour groups.
- Life jackets are provided; wear one if you are not a strong swimmer, the water is deep.
- Skip regular sunscreen and shower before swimming.
- Can be busy with tour groups at lunch.
- Combine with Ek Balam and X'Canché.
- Bring cash.
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Cenote Hubiku FAQs
What are the Hubiku opening hours?
Reported as 9:00 to 17:00 daily; confirm locally.
Is Hubiku good for kids?
Yes for kids comfortable in deep water with a life jacket; there are many steps down.
Is Hubiku worth it?
Yes if you want a big cave chamber with facilities and lunch on the Chichén Itzá or Ek Balam route; go early for fewer people.
Where is Cenote Hubiku?
Near Temozón, roughly 20 minutes north of Valladolid by car (approx.).
Where is Cenote Hubiku?
Near Temozón, about 20–30 minutes north of Valladolid.
How deep is Hubiku?
Most sources report about 27 m; one reports up to 40 m. Estimates vary.
How many steps are there at Hubiku?
About 115 stone steps lead down into the chamber.