Open cenote · Valladolid
Cenote Oxman
- Type
- Open cenote
- Area
- Valladolid
- Entry fee
- Check at entrance
- Hours
- Daytime, check locally
Cenote Oxman is a deep, round cenote at Hacienda San Lorenzo Oxman near Valladolid, best known for its rope swing over the water. Steep stairs lead down the inside wall; above, the hacienda has a swimming pool and restaurant.
Cenote Oxman is one of the best cenotes in Valladolid in our guide to cenotes in Mexico.
What Cenote Oxman is like
Oxman is a deep open cenote on the grounds of an old hacienda, Hacienda San Lorenzo Oxman, a few minutes from Valladolid. You go down a spiral stone staircase into a round pit with sheer walls, hanging vines and long roots that reach the water.
Swimming and the rope swing
The water is deep and cool, so life jackets are offered. A rope swing over the pool is the main attraction; let go above the deep centre and swim clear of the next person.
Facilities at the hacienda
Reported facilities include a restaurant, a swimming pool by the hacienda house, parking, changing rooms and life jacket rental. Some tickets include credit for food. Shower before entering and skip sunscreen in the cenote.
Best time to visit
Groups and photographers arrive late morning. Arrive close to opening for calm water and fewer people on the staircase.
Getting there
Oxman is about 3 km south-west of Valladolid. There is no direct public bus, so use a taxi, car or bike. Pair it with Samula and Xkeken at Dzitnup, which are close by.
What to do at Cenote Oxman
- Swimming
- Rope swing
- Hacienda pool
Highlights
- Rope swing over the middle of the cenote
- Depth estimated at about 40–50 m (sources vary)
- Hacienda pool and sun loungers
- Ticket packages that include food or drink credit (reported)
How to get to Cenote Oxman
Location: At Hacienda San Lorenzo Oxman, about 10–15 minutes from central Valladolid.
Oxman is about 10–15 minutes from Valladolid by taxi, bike or car, southwest of town. Follow signs to Hacienda San Lorenzo Oxman.
Cenote Oxman entrance fee and hours
Entry: we have not found a reliable, current price for Cenote Oxman yet. Ask at the Valladolid entrance and bring cash in pesos.
Hours: Cenote Oxman opens in daytime only; confirm hours locally before you go.
How far is Cenote Oxman?
Approximate driving times to the Valladolid cenote area (car, normal traffic):
- Valladolid centre to Cenote Oxman: 5–20 min
- Chichén Itzá to Cenote Oxman: 45 min
- Tulum to Cenote Oxman: 1 h 30 min
- Cancún to Cenote Oxman: 2 h
- Mérida to Cenote Oxman: 2 h
Plan your visit to Cenote Oxman
- 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 Oxman worth visiting?
Yes, if you are looking for rope swing, relaxed day with pool, couples. At Cenote Oxman you can do: swimming, rope swing, hacienda pool.
Tips and rules for visiting
- Life jackets are required for the rope swing area.
- Ask what the ticket includes: several packages have restaurant credit.
- Morning light is softer for photos.
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Cenote Oxman FAQs
Does Cenote Oxman have a rope swing?
Yes, the rope swing over the water is its main attraction.
How much is Cenote Oxman?
Sources differ widely on packages and credit; recent reports mention around 250 MXN with food credit. Check at the hacienda.
How far is Oxman from Valladolid?
About 10–15 minutes by car or taxi.
Where is Cenote Oxman?
Cenote Oxman is near Valladolid. At Hacienda San Lorenzo Oxman, about 10–15 minutes from central Valladolid.