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title: Private Guided Cenotes and Underground River Exploration
lang: en
type: tour
city: Tulum
country: Mexico
price: 181
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.99
reviews: 172
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Private cave swim?
rank_in_category: 5 of 26 (Cenote Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-09
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/tulum/tours/private-guided-cenotes-and-underground-river-exploration/
---

# Private Guided Cenotes and Underground River Exploration

**Guidekin's take:** Swim through cave rooms beneath stalactites and tree roots on a private tour for your party covering an underground river and two cenotes. Pickup, equipment, snacks and drinks are included; children must be at least five. 4.99 from 172 reviews at €181 per person for 5h.

**Private cave swim?:** Choose the Private Tour for cave swims in an underground river and two cenotes at €181 per person, minimum two people. 4.99 from 172 reviews. Trade-off: Minimum age five. (last checked October 9, 2026)

In our comparison: #5 of 26 in Cenote Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Explore an underground river system and 2 cenotes at the same location. All the photos listed here you will see in person. You will be swimming through different cave rooms under stalactites and hanging tree roots for approximately 1,5 hours with a life jacket which allows you to float therefore you do not have to be a great swimmer. As it is possible to get lost if you are navigating on your own, this location requires a guide. After the cave rooms have been explored, you will be able to spend time on your own without a guide to swim and take photos. Be prepared to have the most surreal and otherworldly experience of your lifetime.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 4 start times: between 08:30 and 13:30
- Food included: see what is included
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €181 per person
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.99/5 from 172 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Tulum Underground
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 08:30, 10:00, 11:30, 13:30
- Booking: mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09

## Reviews

4.99 from 172 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 172 of 172.

- 5 stars: 170 (99%)
- 4 stars: 2 (1%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Driver/guide
- Snacks
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Beverages
- All activities
- Pick up and drop off provided

## Not included

- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Cenotes Sac Actun** (3h; admission included) - We will be exploring a truly magical cenote that leads into a stunning underground river system. Unlike other cenotes that are jam-packed with tourists and large tour groups, we will be guiding you to a location that is less known and off the beaten path. With us as your...
2. **Chemuyil** (1h) - We are visiting a beautiful open cenote, like a natural pool in the jungle, full of fishes and amazing views, ideal for snorkeling and free diving. Life jackets are optional.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:30, 10:00, 11:30, 13:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 5 years
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Phones and Cameras are allowed

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €362 | €181 |
| 4 | €616 | €154 |
| 6 | €864 | €144 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Cenote Tours start at €26 per person.

## Compared with other Cenote Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #5 of 26** | €181 | 5h | 4.99 (172) | private |
| [Small-Group 3 Cenotes Adventure Tour](/mexico/tulum/tours/small-group-3-cenotes-adventure-tour/?format=md) | €154 | 7h | 4.98 (529) | shared |
| [Private Tour to Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles](/mexico/tulum/tours/private-tour-to-tulum-cenote-and-swimming-with-turtles/?format=md) | €270 | 5h | 5.0 (239) | private |
| [Private Tour - The best Cenotes in Yucatan - Suytun & Oxman](/mexico/tulum/tours/private-tour-the-best-cenotes-in-yucatan-suytun-oxman/?format=md) | €177 | 8h | 4.98 (299) | private |

Ranked #5 of 26 in Cenote Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €26 to €270, median €108; typical length 6h. 4 of 26 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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