Stone steps leading to a clear blue cenote

Private cenote reserve · Near Mérida, Yucatán

The Yucatán you came to find. A world you didn’t know was here.

From open blue water to a world beneath the earth. Discover San Gerónimo with local guides by your side—and a little room for surprise.

Discover San Gerónimo

Ask for details and availability. No payment or booking commitment. We usually reply within 24 hours.

A day to share with your favorite people

Blue water, jungle paths, and a world hidden beneath your feet.

At Hacienda San Gerónimo, around 1.5 hours from Mérida, your day begins inside a private cenote reserve. We welcome no more than two groups a day, so the experience feels personal from the moment you arrive. Choose a private tour for cenote activities and dining reserved for your group.

Guests wearing flotation vests, ready for their adventure at San Gerónimo
Guests smiling together beside a guitarist at Hacienda San Gerónimo

What awaits at San Gerónimo

Follow the jungle trail to Mariposa Azul, where daylight meets clear blue water. Then descend into El Inframundo, a cave cenote with a completely different atmosphere.

Your local guides stay with you throughout the visit, sharing the stories of the reserve and helping you feel at ease in the water.

Our private full-day tours bring your group together over a traditional Yucatecan meal and take you to La Ceiba, the centuries-old tree sacred to the Maya.

Inside El Inframundo, sensory experiences add another dimension to your visit. We keep the details a surprise, so you can discover them for yourself.

Tell us who you’re coming with and what draws you here. We’ll help you find the experience that fits your group.

Worth the journey

Guests describe the surprises, the welcome, and the moments they still talk about.

Find your day at San Gerónimo.

For a day with just your group, choose Reflejo Mágico or Azul Profundo: your cenote activities and dining are private. Other guests may be elsewhere on the reserve. We also offer shared experiences, where you join a small group. Ask us for details and a recommendation; you don’t need to choose before getting in touch.

Compare all experiences

All seven at a glance

Compare duration, format, best fit, and starting price.

Experience Day & format Best for From / person
Reflejo Mágico Full day · Private experience 7 sensory experiences + 18-metre jump $535 USD
Azul Profundo Full day · Private experience 4 sensory moments $269 USD
Alma de Agua Full day · Shared Families seeking a calm pace $230 USD
Cristalina Full day · Small group Meal + ancient ceiba $215 USD
Destello Half day · Small group 2 sensory moments $195 USD
Superficie Half day · Small group A morning adventure $169 USD
Agua Half day · Small group Quiet walking route · No bicycles $115 USD
Guest resting quietly in a cenote Full day · Small group Recommended

Cristalina

A shared day of cenotes, Maya culture, and Yucatecan food. Cycle through the jungle to both cenotes and discover a sensory experience underground. A traditional Yucatecan lunch and a visit to the sacred ceiba round out your day with a small group.

Time
10 AM–4/5 PM
Route
2.4 km bicycle round trip
Jungle cenote surrounded by green foliage Full day · Private experience

Azul Profundo

Two cenotes and a full day reserved for your group. Explore with your guides, discover four sensory experiences underground, and share a traditional Yucatecan lunch with Mexican beverages. Your cenote activities and dining are private, with a visit to the ancestral ceiba to complete the day.

Time
11 AM–4/5 PM
Sensory
4 experiences included
Controlled jump into clear cenote water Full day · Private experience

Reflejo Mágico

Our fullest private journey into San Gerónimo. Discover seven sensory experiences underground, with the 18-metre Nachi Cocom jump and Leap of Faith for those who want the adventure. Share a traditional Yucatecan lunch, flavored waters, Mexican beverages, and a visit to the ancestral ceiba. Your cenote activities and dining are private.

Route
2.4 km bicycle round trip
Signature
18-metre jump included
Clear blue water in a quiet jungle cenote Half day · Shared walking

Agua

Both cenotes, with time to take in the trail. Walk through the jungle with your guide and a small group, from Mariposa Azul to El Inframundo. A calm half-day experience for those who prefer to explore on foot.

Time
10 AM–2 PM
Route
2.4 km trail walk round trip
Guests cycling through Hacienda San Gerónimo Half day · Small group

Superficie

A morning in the jungle, an afternoon still your own. Join a small group and cycle to the sunlit waters of Mariposa Azul, then explore the cave cenote of El Inframundo. Discover both sides of the reserve in half a day.

Time
10 AM–2 PM
Route
Bicycle through the jungle
Guest sitting on cenote steps beside fish in clear blue water Half day · Small group

Destello

A half day with a little more left to discover. Cycle through the jungle and visit both cenotes with a small group. Two sensory experiences inside El Inframundo bring an unexpected dimension to your morning.

Time
10 AM–2 PM
Sensory
2 underground experiences
Guest immersed beneath the surface of a cenote Full day · Shared

Alma de Agua

An unhurried day to enjoy together. Share the day with other families, explore both cenotes at a gentle pace, and sit down to a traditional Yucatecan meal. Time to enjoy the water, the reserve, and each other’s company.

Time
10 AM–4/5 PM
Format
Shared with other families

Designed for guests aged 8–65; bespoke pricing is available for other ages. Prices are per person in USD and exclude VAT. Transportation is not included. The SAT exchange rate on the booking date applies.

Before you come

A little planning helps you enjoy the day. Find details on timing, transport, and the natural terrain below. Tell us about your group’s ages and comfort with swimming or cycling, and we’ll help you choose.

Why is it called Los 7 Cenotes if the experience visits two?

Los 7 Cenotes takes its name from the land and the cenotes that shape it. Today’s experience brings you into two of its most remarkable environments: the open, crystalline waters of Mariposa Azul and the hidden underground world of El Inframundo. Together, they reveal two completely different sides of the reserve.

What is Los 7 Cenotes?

Los 7 Cenotes is a private reserve at Hacienda San Gerónimo, around 1.5 hours from Mérida. Our guided tours explore a jungle route and two contrasting cenotes: Mariposa Azul and El Inframundo. We welcome no more than two groups a day, by reservation only. Choose a private tour for activities and dining reserved for your group, or join a shared experience.

How do I choose an experience?

You don’t need to choose before contacting us. For a private full day, start with Azul Profundo or Reflejo Mágico. Both reserve the cenote activities and dining for your group, although other guests may be elsewhere on the hacienda. Shared experiences offer half-day and full-day options with other guests. Send us your preferred date, group size, and any questions; we’ll recommend a fit and explain the price and availability.

How long does the experience last?

Half-day experiences usually run from 10 AM to around 2 PM. Full-day experiences normally finish between 4 and 5 PM; most begin at 10 AM, while Azul Profundo begins at 11 AM. We confirm your exact arrival time with your reservation.

How far is it from Mérida?

The drive takes approximately 1.5 hours. Transportation is not included. You can drive yourself using the directions provided after booking, or ask us to arrange transportation for an additional fee.

What's included in the price?

Every experience includes bilingual guides, flotation vests, purified water, basic first aid, and guided access to both cenotes. Most include bicycles and helmets; the walking experiences do not. Full-day options include a traditional Yucatecan meal. Drinks and sensory moments vary by experience.

What is not included?

Transportation, breakfast, gratuities and VAT are not included in the displayed price. The 18-metre jump is included only with Reflejo Mágico and depends on weather and safe operating conditions.

Is it suitable for children or non-swimmers?

Most experiences are designed for guests ages 8-65. Flotation vests are provided, and guides enter the water with you. Swimming, cycling, and jumping are optional, but following the guides' safety instructions is required. The underground cenote is completely dark, with the guide carrying the flashlight. Children aged seven or younger who do not participate must remain with an adult from your group. Tell us about everyone coming so we can recommend the safest fit.

What if someone does not want to cycle?

If someone in your group doesn't want to ride a bicycle, that's fine. They can travel between the cenotes in the support vehicle or follow by car, and we also have experiences without bicycles. If you do cycle, the maximum rider weight is 110 kg and maximum height is 1.80 metres.

What if it rains?

Experiences continue in sunshine, cloud, and light rain. Activities are suspended when hurricane or cyclone alerts are active or electrical storms make conditions unsafe.

How do reservation and payment work?

For standard dates, a 50% deposit confirms the reservation, with the remaining balance due seven days before your visit. Reservations made within 48 hours require full payment. Easter, July, August, December, and January must be booked at least 30 days ahead and paid in full. December 25 and January 1 are charged at twice the standard rate. Confirmed payments are non-refundable. We accept bank transfers and PayPal.

Can I visit without a reservation?

No. Visits must be reserved in advance because the experience is prepared before your group arrives. The property is not open as a general public swimming attraction.

Guests walking through the entrance to Hacienda San Gerónimo

Let’s make this part of your Yucatán trip.

Picture your group here. Send us your preferred date and number of guests, and we’ll help you explore the options, pricing, and availability. A question is all it takes to begin.

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This is an inquiry, not a reservation. No payment is required. We usually reply within 24 hours. Prices exclude VAT.