Cenote Multum-Ha: What to Expect

A visit to Cenote Multum-Ha is a must while on the Yucatan Peninsula. If you’re visiting the nearby Coba ruins, then a dip in Cenote Multum-Ha is the perfect way to cool off.

There’s no better way to cool off in a hot Mexico summer than with a trip to a cenote. We visited after our tour of the Coba pyramid ruins, and it was so refreshing! Dive into the crystal clear waters of Cenote Multum-Ha in my guide.

Swimming in Cenote Multum-Ha

Cenote Multum-Ha is a freshwater sinkhole in the jungle about a 15 minute drive from the Coba pyramid ruins in Quintana Roo, Mexico.

To reach the cenote, we had to go down a 60 foot spiral staircase. The opening is marked only by a small hole in the ground. Since there is not a large opening, the inside of the cave is hot and humid. But don’t worry, the water temperature is always a refreshing 77 degrees Fahrenheit.

A wooden platform juts out into crystal clear water with stairs leading into the water. You can also jump into the water from the wooden platform.

Ropes span the cave for you to hold on to while you swim. This is very useful because the cenote ranges from 20 to 55 feet deep.

Since we were a small group in our tiny van, we had the place all to ourselves until the larger tour groups arrived.

The cenote can get pretty crowded during the day, especially on weekends. If you want to avoid the crowds, consider vising early in the morning during the week.

This was one of the best swimming experiences I’ve ever had. The water was so clear and fresh and cool. I loved floating around on my back staring up at the cave ceiling.

Related tour: Cenotes Multum Ha & Choo-Ha, Kaan Luum Lagoon + Playa Paraiso

Visiting Cenote Multum-Ha: Important Info

Location: Carretera Principal Km6, 77740 Cobá, Q.R., Mexico

Getting there: There is no public transportation that reaches the cenote. You will need to either drive yourself, get a taxi, or book a guided tour. The cenote is only about 10-15 minutes from the Coba Ruins.

Facilities: There are showers, bathrooms and changing rooms. It is mandatory to shower before entering the cenote.

Life Jackets: They do provide life jacket rentals for an additional fee.

Entrance Fee: The entrance fee for Cenote Multum-Ha is MX$100 (about $5)

Hours: The cenote is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

What to Bring to Cenote Multum-Ha

• Swimsuit
• Change of clothes
• Towel
• GoPro or other underwater camera
• Waterproof phone case or pouch
• Snorkeling gear
• Water

What is a Cenote?

A cenote is a natural freshwater sinkhole, created when the roof of a cave has collapsed, revealing a swimming pool of clear water beneath. In Maya culture, they were used for sacrificial offerings.

Cenote Multum-Ha means “hill of stones” in the Mayan language.

Top Cenote Multum-Ha Tours

• Cenotes Multum Ha & Choo-Ha, Kaan Luum Lagoon + Playa Paraiso
• 2 Mayan cities in one day, Tulum and Coba
• Kaan Luum Lagoon, 2 Cenotes and Playa Paraiso Tour

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Cheers!

Paige

Have you visited Cenote Multum-Ha in Coba, Quintana Roo, Mexico? Let me know in the comments!