A swim-only day: two cenotes, pools, hammocks and free bikes at one quiet park, lunch included, from $59. No ruins, no rush.
- Free cancellationFree cancellation - Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Duration6.5 hours
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
This cenote swimming tour from Cancún is a 6.5-hour day at Cenotes El Retoño, a cenote park the listing puts about 30 minutes from Cancún, for $59 per person. The price covers round-trip transport from fixed meeting points in Cancún and Puerto Morelos, entry to two cenotes, a life jacket, bikes, the pools and hammock area, and an à la carte lunch with a drink. There are no ruins and no other stops: the whole day is swimming and resting. It holds 4.9 on 75 reviews of this tour on GetYourGuide, and El Retoño runs the trip itself. The catch: there is no hotel pickup, so you get yourself to a meeting point.
Compare Cenote ToursKey facts
cenotes only (swim day)- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- Meeting point
- Fixed meeting points in Cancún and Puerto Morelos (no hotel pickup)
- Price
- $59 per person
- Entry ticket included
- Yes
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Group size
- Up to 25 people
- Accessibility
- Not suitable for wheelchair users. The park drives seniors, people with disabilities and non-cyclists to the cenotes.
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation - Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Included
- ✓ Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned vehicle (meeting point)
- ✓ A-la-carte meal (You can choose your main course and beverage)
- ✓ Guided tour
- ✓ Two cenotes
- ✓ Swimming pools
- ✓ Lifejacket
- ✓ Bikes
- ✓ Free time in the park
- ✓ Hammock area
- ✓ Sports fields
- ✓ Internal transportation to the cenotes (For seniors, people with disabilities, or those who don't know how to ride bicycles)
Not included
- ✗ Gratuities (Optional)
- ✗ Alcoholic beverages
- ✗ Souvenirs
- ✗ Desserts
Meeting point
Fixed meeting points in Cancún and Puerto Morelos (no hotel pickup) — The listing's pickup points are Starbucks Marina Puerto Cancún, Hooters Malecón, GOmart Punta Sam and Súper Akí Xel-Ha in Cancún, and Fundadores Park in Puerto Morelos. Pick the one nearest your hotel or rental when you book; the van drops you back at the same points.
Which cenotes the tour visits
The tour visits two cenotes, both inside the grounds of Cenotes El Retoño, the private park that sells this trip. The listing does not name the two pools one by one. It says there are four types of cenote and that each has its own character, but it does not say which types these two are. You ride a free bike along the park trails between them, or ride in the park's vehicle if you cannot cycle. The park also has swimming pools, so non-swimmers have a shallow option. A life jacket is included. If you want a named cenote such as Ik Kil or Gran Cenote, this is the wrong day: compare the other cenote tours from Cancún.
How long you get in the water
You get most of the 6.5 hours at the park, because there is only one stop. After a short safety talk on arrival, the host leaves the day to you: swim, cycle, nap in a hammock or sit by a pool. Lunch opens at noon and you order from a menu rather than a buffet, with a drink of your choice. Alcohol and desserts cost extra. Cenote water stays cool all year, at about 24 to 25 °C (75 to 77 °F) in published measurements, so most people swim in sessions and warm up in between. Our guide to whether cenotes are cold has the numbers.
Pickup from the hotel zone
There is no hotel-door pickup on this tour. An air-conditioned van collects you at fixed meeting points: Starbucks Marina Puerto Cancún, Hooters Malecón, GOmart Punta Sam, Súper Akí Xel-Ha, or Fundadores Park in Puerto Morelos. If you stay in the hotel zone, plan a taxi or bus ride to the nearest point. The listing gives the start time when you pick a date. On the way back the van stops at the same points.
What is included, and what it costs on the ground
The $59 price covers transport, entry to both cenotes, the life jacket, bikes, the pools and hammocks, a guide and lunch with one drink. That leaves very little to pay on the day: tips, alcohol, dessert and souvenirs. El Retoño also sells day passes on its own website: 350 pesos (MXN) for entry only, and 1,200 pesos with a food and drink credit plus a van from Marina Puerto Cancún or Malecón Américas. This tour, at 1,090 pesos, costs a little less than that van package. To compare it with paying gate fees yourself, see what a cenote costs.
What to bring
Bring swimwear, a towel, water shoes, closed comfortable shoes and some cash. The park lists open-toed shoes, alcohol and drugs, and speakers as not allowed. The listing asks for biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent. Many cenotes go further and ask you to shower and skip creams before you swim, because lotions pollute the water. Our cenote packing list covers the details.
Who should book a different cenote tour
Book something else if you want ruins in the same day: the Chichén Itzá and Tulum days pair a cenote swim with a guided visit. Book the jungle ATV, zipline and cenote tour if you want action rather than a slow swim. If you are a confident driver, the Ruta de los Cenotes near Puerto Morelos has several cenotes you can visit on your own.
| Compared on | This tour | Cenotes, tequila and Mayan snack | Kaan Luum lagoon and cenotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per person | from $59 | from $39 | from $82 |
| Duration | 6.5 hours | 5–6 hours | 10 hours |
| Cenotes or pools | 2 cenotes at one park | 3 natural pools with a zipline and jumping platform | Cenote Mariposa and Cenote Chen-Ha, plus Kaan Luum lagoon |
| Food | À la carte lunch with a drink | Traditional Mayan snack and tequila tasting | Buffet lunch |
| Pickup | Meeting points in Cancún and Puerto Morelos | Hotel pickup | Hotel pickup in Cancún or the Riviera Maya |
| Rating on GetYourGuide | 4.9 (75 reviews) | 4.3 (225 reviews) | Too few reviews to rate (7) |
What reviewers consistently say
- All 10 of the latest reviews (May 2025 to October 2026) give 5 stars
- 9 of 10 praise the food
- 4 of 10 say the park was quiet or that they had a cenote to themselves
- 4 of 10 name the same driver-guide
- 3 of 10 mention the free bikes; 1 says most were in poor shape
- 3 of 10 mention the pools and hammocks
Who should not book this
- Anyone who wants hotel-door pickup: the van leaves from fixed meeting points
- Wheelchair users: the listing says the tour is not suitable
- Travellers who want to see ruins on the same day
- Anyone set on a famous named cenote: the two cenotes are inside a private park
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How to book
Use the button on this page to open the listing and choose a date. Pick the meeting point nearest you, because the van does not come to hotels. The listing shows the departure time for your date. Reserve now, pay later is available, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start. This site may earn a commission on bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Which cenotes does this tour visit?
Two cenotes inside the Cenotes El Retoño park. The listing does not name them one by one. You reach them by bike or in the park's vehicle.
Does the cenote swim tour pick up from hotels?
No. It leaves from fixed meeting points: four in Cancún, including Starbucks Marina Puerto Cancún and Hooters Malecón, and Fundadores Park in Puerto Morelos.
Is lunch included?
Yes. You choose a main course and a drink from the menu. Lunch opens at noon. Alcohol and desserts cost extra.
Do I need to pay any entry fee at the cenotes?
No. Entry to both cenotes and the life jacket are included in the $59 price. Only tips, alcohol, dessert and souvenirs are extra.
Can non-swimmers join?
Yes. A life jacket is included, and the park has swimming pools as well as the two cenotes. The listing says the tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.
How cold is the water?
Cenote water in the region measures about 24 to 25 °C (75 to 77 °F) all year. Most people find it cool at first.
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