Hacienda Mucuyché tour from Mérida

Explore historic Hacienda Mucuyché, its cenotes and Oxkintok. TOUR AVAILABLE FRIDAYS ONLY

A restored henequen hacienda and its two cenotes: Carlota, open and surrounded by gardens, and Azul Maya, a closed cenote with stone walkways. On the way there is a stop at Oxkintok, a small, quiet ruin of the Puuc region.

Who is this tour for?

  • Anyone curious about henequen haciendas, with a guided walk through the whole estate.
  • Non-swimmers: life jackets are included at both cenotes.
  • Travellers free on a Friday: it is the only departure day for this route.

Day itinerary

  1. 1

    Oxkintok

    Free time

    A small Puuc-region ruin: free time to walk around and take photos.

  2. 2

    Hacienda Mucuyché

    Guided tour

    Guided tour of the whole hacienda, with the story of henequen and the restored buildings.

  3. 3

    Carlota cenote

    Included

    Open cenote inside the hacienda, life jackets included.

  4. 4

    Azul Maya cenote

    Included

    Closed cenote with clear water, visited along stone walkways.

Times are approximate: they depend on traffic, weather and the group.

What’s included

What’s included

  • Transportation
  • Entrance to Hacienda
  • Life jackets
  • Entrance to 2 cenotes

Not included

  • Food and Beverages
  • Entrance to Oxkintok (Mexicans $80 - Foreigners $145)

Before you go

Good to know

  • Entry to the hacienda and both cenotes is included, as are the life jackets.
  • Food and drinks are not included: bring something or buy it on site.
  • The Oxkintok fee is paid separately: $80 MXN nationals, $145 MXN foreign visitors.

What to bring

  • Light, comfortable clothing
  • Biodegradable sunscreen (required in cenotes)
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Hat or cap and insect repellent
  • Cash for fees not included and personal expenses

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to know how to swim?
No. Life jackets are included and used in both cenotes.
Can I eat there?
Yes, but food and drinks are not included in the tour price.
How do I book?
Choose the departure, message us on WhatsApp and confirm by paying at least 50% of the tour. The rest is settled on the day. You can also book in person at our office on Calle 61.
Which payment methods do you accept?
Bank transfer, OXXO deposit or credit and debit card through a secure link. Nothing is charged on the website and no card details are requested here.
Where does the tour leave from?
From downtown Mérida. The exact spot and time are confirmed when you book, as they change with the route and the group that day.
Can I change the date?
We can reschedule at no extra cost if you let us know early enough and there is availability. No refunds are issued: see the full cancellation policy.
Are there English-speaking guides?
Most departures have bilingual Spanish–English guides. For other languages, let us know in advance.

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