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Cenote Ik Kil Tickets

Cenote Ik Kil tickets give you entry to a deep open-air cenote near Chichén Itzá, with hanging vines and a swimming area, and this page covers typical prices, hours and how to combine entry with a Chichén Itzá day. It suits swimmers and families who want a cool stop after the ruins.

Cenote Ik Kil ticket options

Ik Kil is run as a leisure stop with lockers, changing rooms and a restaurant. Most visitors pay at the entrance or have entry included in a tour.

Entry can be bought on arrival, and it is also possible to have us include it in a tour quote. Tell us your dates and group size, and we will say what can be arranged. For Cenote Ik Kil tickets, the quote form is the quickest way to confirm timing and pickup.

  • Pay at the entrance
  • Entry included in a Chichén Itzá day trip
  • Private transfer with entry and time to swim

Ticket prices

Typical price is about MXN 150–250 (2026) per adult, with lower rates for children and locals. Lockers and food are extra.

Request a quote for Cenote Ik Kil tickets to see the exact figure.

Visitor typeTypical price (2026)Notes
AdultAbout MXN 150–250Includes swimming access
ChildLower rateConfirm on site
Lockers, food, towelsExtraPaid separately

Opening hours

Ik Kil is generally open from about 9:00 to 17:00. Visitors who arrive early, or in the late afternoon, usually find it quieter.

Tour groups arrive around midday, so timing matters if you want fewer people.

What your ticket includes

Your ticket lets you enter the grounds and swim, and usually includes:

  • Access to the cenote steps and swimming area
  • Changing rooms and showers
  • Mandatory life jackets, often included

Ticket + transport bundles

Ik Kil is a short drive from the ruins, so bundles are easy:

  • Chichén Itzá with Ik Kil swim and lunch
  • Private transfer from Valladolid or Cancún
  • Cenote Ik Kil combined with Valladolid

Discounts

Children, residents and groups may pay less. Rates change, so confirm for your date when you request a quote.

How to use your e-ticket

If your quote includes pre-arranged entry, keep the confirmation on your phone with ID.

Shower before entering the water, as is required, and keep valuables in a locker. Planning Cenote Ik Kil tickets around the weather and your energy makes the day easier.

  • Shower before swimming
  • Use a life jacket
  • Bring a swimsuit, towel and cash for lockers

FAQs

How much is entry to Cenote Ik Kil?

About MXN 150–250 per adult in 2026.

Are life jackets required?

Yes, life jackets are required for swimming.

How deep is Ik Kil?

About 26 m from the surface to the water.

Is it near Chichén Itzá?

Yes, about 3 km away.

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