Homun and its blue underworld

Dare to explore paradise in the Mayan underworld

The municipality of Homún is located in the central-northern region of the state of Yucatan, just 60 minutes from Mérida, and has an approximate area of 199.91 km2, its climate is warm and sub-humid, its flora and fauna is mainly jungle, perhaps it would be nothing peculiar if it were not for the subsoil rich in deposits and currents of water in which beautiful cenotes are formed; 12 of them are open to the public, and according to the Mayan cosmogony, they are enigmatic doors to the underworld that you will not hesitate to cross.

We give you the information of 5 of the most visited for its attractions and proximity:
 

Cenote Santa Rita
Type of Cenote: Semi - closed
Access: Easy. A few streets from the entrance of the municipality of Homún
Suitable for the whole family
Depth: varied according to the area.
What to see: This is the cenote with the largest and best infrastructure in Homún, besides the natural attractions of the cenote, you can visit the craft stalls, enjoy the daytime show of regional dances and spend the night in its rustic cabins.
What to do: Practicing water activities in this cenote is magical due to the predominantly pink and blue lighting that makes it look spectacular, as if it were something out of this planet. You can practice diving and snorkeling, the cenote has different depths, but has excellent facilities that indicate the deepest areas.

Cenote Tza Ujun Kat
Type of Cenote: Semi-open
Access: Easy. It is located at the entrance to the municipality of Homún
Suitable for the whole family
Depth: from 1.40 meters to 2 meters
What to see: Swallows entering and leaving the cenote, formations of stalactites and stalagmites that have formed over hundreds of years,
What to do: Practice diving, swimming and snorkeling in its clear blue and emerald green waters.

Cenote Yaxbalcatun
Type of Cenote: Semi-open
Access: Complicated, it is necessary to drive down 1,400 meters on dirt roads, the reference is to start from 8th Street in Homún
Suitable for: Youths and Adults
Depth: An average of 32 meters. The use of a lifejacket is recommended.
What to see: The water level of this cenote is 27 meters below the surface, so care is recommended when going down the stairs. You can admire birds, the rock formations and vegetation that form a ring that surrounds the cenote.
What to do: In addition to diving, swimming and snorkeling, the depth of this cenote allows for diving and rappelling.

Cenotes “Tres Oches”
3 types of Cenotes: Open, Semi-open and Cavern
Access: Simple, it is located 500 meters from 8th Street and only down 100 meters of dirt road.
Suitable for: Youths and Adults
Depth: different depths according to each of the 3 cenotes.
What to see: There are 3 types of cenotes, very different from each other, they have not been open to the public for a long time, so their access is still rough, it is necessary to get down helped by branches, ropes, roots and rock formations; However, due to the scarce passage of tourists, one can appreciate the almost intact natural environment of these pools.
What to do: The use of a lifejacket is recommended for water activities since two of them do not have facilities to hold onto or to rest. The cenote-cavern does not have lighting so it is important to be careful when entering and leaving.

Grottos and Cenotes of Santa María
Types of Cenote: Semi-open and Caves
Access: Easy, only 3 blocks from the entrance to Homún by 26th Street and 19th
Suitable for: The whole family and supervised children.
Depth: There are places only a couple of meters deep, but there are other places where you can dive and the exact depth is unknown.
What to see: If you are interested in spelunking, this place will fascinate you, the capricious rock formations create a mysterious environment, and the caves are the obligatory passage to the cenote. The water here goes from an intense emerald green color all the way to ocher.
What to do: The road is rustic, so when exploring you must be careful; however, it is well lit and regardless of the path you take, you will reach the cenote. The use of a lifejacket is recommended in areas where there are underwater caverns.

Homún is much more than caves and cenotes, its people are warm and friendly, organize your time to:

• Visit the chapels of San Buenaventura and Santiago Apostol, who are the patrons of the town and who have their festivities in July and December respectively.
• Visit the archaeological sites of the Kampepen, Sion and Yalabau areas.
• Eat at local restaurants and visit their craft shops and public squares.