Cenote Yokdzonot is a must for those who want to experience free fall into the crystal clear waters of the cenote. This open type cenote offers a mixture of green and blue hue – a true picturesque sinkhole that is a must for those who want to experience the best cenotes that Mexico has to offer.
The color of the water changes depending on the time of the year. But you can expect one thing to remain constant – this hidden gem is tucked away in the middle of the jungle, concealing itself from the rest of the world. For those who dare to visit, you will be rewarded with great swimming conditions and cool water to swim in all year round!
Cenote Yokdzonot has a water mirror that measures at 40 meters long and 40 meters wide. Thus, it is a pretty expansive cenote with plenty of room to swim in. In fact, it is one of the largest cenotes in the Yucatan Peninsula. The water has a maximum depth of 45 meters.
There are two ways to access the cenote. One is through set a wooden staircase that you can go down to reach the water. The other one is to jump off a wooden platform to get to the water. It is an exhilarating experience that is sought after by those who want to experience an adrenaline rush.
If you are not interested in swimming, you can marvel at the magical views of Cenote Yokdzonot from the rustic guardrails installed from above the cenote. Aside from the crystal clear water, you can also see tree roots that are hanging down to the water mirror. You will appreciate the fact that the area around the cenote has been kept in their most natural state for that rustic jungle feel.