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Cenote Aktun Chen: Underground River and Caverns in Akumal

Cancun Bay Tours July 15, 2026 aktun-chen-cenote-akumal 4 min read

Aktun Chen, “cave with a cenote inside” in Maya, is a spectacular nature park near Akumal. It offers a walk through dry caverns full of ancient stalactites and a beautiful crystal-clear cenote ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

What to see and do

  • Caverns with stalactites – an impressive guided tour.
  • Crystal-clear cenote – for swimming and snorkeling.
  • Ziplines and nature – in the Akumal jungle.

Why it is special

The combination of dry caverns, underground river and cenote makes it unique and very complete, ideal for families and nature lovers.

How to visit

It is near Akumal. Book your tour with Cancun Bay Tours with pickup at your hotel.

Useful links

Swim in the cenotes of the Riviera Maya

We include cenotes on our Tulum & Cobá tours from Cancún.

See the Tulum, Cobá & Cenote Tour →  ·  4x1 Tulum, Cobá, Cenote & Playa Tour

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