Chichen Itza and Cenote Tour and ATV Adventure from Merida

This day tour from Mérida combines a guided visit to Chichen Itza with time to swim at Cenote Xcajum and an ATV ride through the surrounding jungle, rounded off with a buffet lunch. The full day runs about eight hours door to door.

After pickup at the agreed meeting point, the group heads to the archaeological site of Chichen Itza for a guided walk through the ruins, with the guide explaining the history and significance of the site along the way. While there, you'll also see a Mayan welcoming ceremony performed by a shaman.

From Chichen Itza, the day continues toward Cenote Xcajum, where you can swim in crystal-clear water and cool off after the walking at the ruins, with a shaded stop for the included buffet lunch and an ATV tour weaving through the surrounding Yucatecan jungle — a mix of culture, swimming, and a more active adventure segment within the same day.

The tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all physical fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health given the combination of walking, heat, and the ATV portion. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and infants must sit on an adult's lap.

A certified guide, air-conditioned transportation, the Chichen Itza entrance fee (INAH), the ATV tour at Xcajum, and the buffet lunch are included. Not included are tips, ATV insurance, drinks, the safety vest, locker rental, and an additional entrance ticket at Chichen Itza — worth asking about directly when you book so there are no surprises on the day.

Depending on access conditions on the day, some hotel pickups may need to be switched to a nearby meeting point instead, so it's worth confirming your exact pickup arrangement in advance.