Immerse yourself in the mystical world of Zazil Tunich, a cenote that is not only a natural wonder but also a reflection of the Mayan spirit. This underground sanctuary, awarded with the National Award for Tourism Innovation, invites you to live a unique experience where ancestral culture intertwines with the majesty of nature.
A Journey to the Heart of Mayan Culture
Zazil Tunich, which means "Illuminated Stone," is more than a cenote; it is a chronicler of time, a place where every stalactite and every reflection in the water narrate the story of a civilization that still beats in the heart of Yucatán. Here, innovation and respect for nature merge to offer a tourist experience that has transformed Valladolid into a regional landmark.
Encounter in Xibalba
Zazil Tunich is proud to have been awarded the Mexican Tourism Product Innovation Award for its project “Ecuentro en Xibalbá”. This recognition was granted by the Ministry of Tourism of the Federal Government of Mexico (SECTUR) and the Mexico Convention and Visitors Bureau (OFVC) in recognition of our effort and dedication to offering unique and innovative experiences to our visitors.
Encuentro el Xibalbá is a unique experience based on Mayan culture and located in Valladolid, Yucatán, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the mythical “Cave of Xibalba” and live an unforgettable experience in a natural and culturally rich environment.
This award is a great honor for us and motivates us to continue working to provide unique and unforgettable experiences to our visitors. We thank the Ministry of Tourism of Mexico for this recognition and our entire work team that has made this achievement possible.
We invite you to visit us and experience the adventure in Xibalba!
Mayan Underworld: Live a Unique Experience Exploring the Subterranean World of the Mayans
In this experience you will be able to enjoy a guided tour through a place full of history, where great events of the Mayan culture occurred where the stones tell their story, you will learn part of the Mayan Mythology through the Legend of Xibalbá and its 9 levels Mayan Underworld in the company of our guide, at level 7, you will be part of a Mayan Purification Ceremony with a Xaman from the region, and then go down the eighth and ninth levels of the Mayan Underworld, in which, now with a purified body, you will be able to Immerse yourself in crystal clear waters of a sacred cenote.
Romantic Dinners: Let yourself be enchanted by the charm and mysticism of a candlelit dinner 20 meters underground.
Imagine an intimate dinner as a couple surrounded by the natural beauty of a cenote, with stalactites and stalagmites illuminated by candles and soft music in the background. In addition, you can enjoy a delicious multi-course menu to share with your partner while they enjoy the experience of the Mayan underground world. We offer you three romantic dinner options to enjoy: the Dzul Romantic Dinner, the Huinik Romantic Dinner and the Exclusive Romantic Dinner, each with its own charm and elegance.
Celebrate love with a romantic dinner in our cenote, where nature meets gastronomy and music.