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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
Entrance and admission to Cenote X'Canche is payable at the small building just inside the Ek Balam entrance building.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
A 2-kilometer path leads to the cenote and recreational area. Visitors can walk, or may opt for renting bicycles or a pedal taxi ride.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
Mounds of former structures lie within the cenote area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
The cenote is a large conical sinkhole. Two flights of stairs give entrance to the water, with jumping platforms and equipment rentals available.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
A small waterfall flows into the swimming area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
Stairs descend into the cenote.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
Visitors can pay MX$50 to zip line and drop into the center of the swimming area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
Vines falling into the cenote give the area a scenic quality.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
Visitors can zip line over the top of the sinkhole.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/27/2019
A small cafeteria and hammock area are among other recreational opportunities in the cenote area.