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Cenote Chaak Tun: Stalactite Caverns in Playa del Carmen

Cancun Bay Tours July 15, 2026 chaak-tun-cenote-playa-del-carmen 4 min read

Chaak Tun, a few minutes from Playa del Carmen, is one of the most impressive cavern cenotes in the area. Its two large caverns are full of ancient stalactites and stalagmites, creating a magical atmosphere ideal for photography.

What to see and do

  • Thousand-year-old formations – spectacular stalactites and stalagmites.
  • Swim in crystal-clear water – inside the cavern, with a guide.
  • Plays of light – that make the water shine.

Why it is special

Its guided tour through caverns full of formations makes it unique and very accessible, ideal to discover the magic of the Maya underworld near Playa del Carmen.

How to visit

It is on the outskirts of Playa del Carmen. 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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