Experience the wonders of Yucatan on the Cenotes Santa Barbara, Eknakan Church & Acanceh Ruins Tour. Explore ancient Mayan ruins, swim in stunning cenotes, and immerse yourself in colonial history. Don’t miss out!
- Cenote Santa Bárbara - Embark on a journey to the Santa Bárbara cenote, where you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the refreshing, crystal-clear waters of this naturally formed wonder. It’s an unforgettable adventure that awaits you.
In this location, you’ll find three cenotes with the same designation. Admission to two of these is included in your visit. However, there’s a third cenote named Homunja, which requires a separate entry fee of 7 USD per person.
- Iglesia de Eknakan - Discover the colonial-era church nestled in a quaint village. Its architecture boasts an unusual Gothic design. You’re invited to explore the surroundings and step inside the church, which now serves as a museum.
- Zona Arqueologica Acanceh - Explore the archaeological site
Step pyramid
The step pyramid, rising to a height of 11 meters, showcases some of its ornamental features, including a series of remarkable carved masks.
Palace of the Stuccos”
Standing 6 meters tall and spanning 50 meters in width, the Palace features multiple chambers.
Masks
Of the numerous masks unearthed at the site, the most prominent is an anthropomorphic face adorned with elements that symbolize Kinich Ahau, the Sun God.
- Regional Food
- Entrance in 3 cenotes (Pool Cocom, Xooch´, Chaksikin)
- Bilingual guide
- Visit the Old church Eknakan and Acanceh Mayan ruins
- Round Transportation
- Cenote Homunja Entrance is optional 7 usd
Experience a day in this exquisite location where you’ll discover various sites beginning with the Acance archaeological area. Here, you can ascend the stunning, often overlooked Mayan ruins.
Further, you’ll explore Santa Barbara, a countryside featuring three of the most stunning cenotes in Yucatan.
Upon visiting the Eknakán Church, you’ll witness its gothic architecture. This significant estate was built with the intention to someday serve as the village church, a colonial site you wouldn’t want to miss.
Concluding the tour, we’ll savour a delectable dish. Don’t miss this breathtaking tour!
- Don’t forget to bring your swim suit, towel and comfortable clothes and shoes.
- Bring biodegrable insect repellent and sunscreen.
- We are not responsible for forgotten or lost items on the tour, transportation, lockers, seats. Make sure you don’t forget your personal belongings when getting off the transportation
- This tour starts to operate booking 3 passengers or more
- Keep in mind that the duration of the tour may vary, as well as the itinerary without / with prior notice, this is according to the guide’s decision and due to the capacity of people in the places or the traffic that is usually changing
- Official meeting point Tours Sol Turquesa C. 60, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc. main entrance
- In the cenote: Don’t be loud Don’t trash Don’t use any kinds of cream spray or protectors on your skin as it would contaminate the environment (even the so called – eco friendly) Always take a shower before entering in a cenote (available at the entrance)
- Don’t hang on to the stalactites or stalagmites or any roots.
- Just don’t do any that can damage the environment If we appreciate the environment we will learn to respect it.
- Practical information Santa Bárbara Facilities Showers Toilets Life jackets are included in the price, they are mandatory Handicraft shop Restaurant Free wifi
- You can explore the Santa Barbara Cenotes by truck or bike, to go one cenote to another
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
