If you find yourself exploring the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, you’ll quickly realize that cenotes are an integral part of the region’s natural beauty. These mesmerizing underground sinkholes filled with crystal-clear water offer a unique and enchanting experience.
There are so many cenotes to choose from in the Yucatan, so what makes Hubiku stand out ?
In this article, we’ll explore whether Hubiku Cenote is worth checking out, how to get there, and provide an overview of the cenote itself.
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What is a cenote ?
Besides having gorgeous beaches the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico has hidden wonders that are hidden in the jungle. These hidden gems are known as cenotes.
You might be asking yourself what the heck is a cenote ?! And trust me we’ve all been there.
A cenote is a natural sinkhole that is formed by the collapse of limestone bedrock, revealing a pool of groundwater beneath the Earth’s surface.
Cenotes can mostly be found in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico (i’ve heard that you can also find some in Belize).
Cenotes are created over thousands of years. As rainwater slowly filters through the limestone, it creates underground cavers, and eventually, the ceiling of the cave collapses on itself.
The water in cenotes is fresh and crystal-clear, most cenotes will display beautiful shades of blue.
Cultural importance of cenotes
Cenotes aren’t just beautiful sinkholes, they also hold significant cultural and historical importance.
In ancient Mayan civilization, cenotes were regarded as sacred sites and often served as a source of water for nearby communities. Cenotes played a special role in the ancient Mayan civilization and were believed to be portals to the underworld. Many relics and artifacts have been found in cenotes confirming their cultural importance in the ancient Mayan civilization.
Getting there
Hubiku Cenote is located near the town of Temozon.
For reference, the town of Temozon is approximately 20 kilometers east of the city of Valladolid.
You’ll need a car to get to Hubiku Cenote, you can either drive yourself, take a taxi, or do a tour there. We choose the later, as a stop at the Hubiku Cenote was part of our Chichen Itzà day tour. When approaching the cenote you’ll be driving on a long dirt road that seems like it’s going nowhere to be honest.
The cenote
The surroundings of the cenote are gorgeous! And give Coco vibes. It’s a beautiful display of nature, and art.
The cenote itself is incredible. You’ll take stairs to reach the waters edge, and you’ll likely by impressed by the size and beauty of the cenote.
Water falls from the top of the cenote. The more you descend, the more the air becomes cool and refreshing. The water of the cenote itself is turquoise clear. I’ll just point out that the water is very cold though. You’ll also see fish in the water, which look like small catfish (but i’m not 100% sure about the species).
Facilities
At the entrance, you’ll pass through a decent size gift shop. Hubiku also has toilets, showers, and a restaurant. There are also small vendors all around the property showcasing local crafts.
The whole place is very well taken care of, and everything is very clean.
What to bring when visiting a cenote ?
There are a few things you want to make sure to take with you when checking out cenotes (and this tip works for all cenotes not just Hubiku).
N01 – Water shoes
Water shoes are always a good idea, when swimming in cenotes. You might encounter sharp rocks surrounding the cenote which could hurt your feet.
While this was not the case at the Hubiku cenote, some areas we’re slipery and having water shoes will also help you avoid slipping.
N02 – Waterproof camera
In any water environnement you will want to have a waterproof camera and cenotes are no exception. You’ll most likely want to capture your underwater adventures!
N03 – Towels
This one seems pretty obvious, but might as well list it.
N04 – Beach bag
There are lockers available at Hubiku cenote, but you might want to have a beach bag to store your towel when you down in the cenote.
In conclusion, is it worth checking out the Hubiku cenote ? I’d say yes 100%, just check online reviews and you’ll see that it’s very popular. If you can pair the visit to the cenote with a tour, i’d recommend it.
