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Kantun Chi is a remarkable ecopark located in the heart of the Mayan Riviera. Its name means “yellow stone mouth” in Mayan. Come and enjoy this magical paradise, swim in our wonderful fresh water cenotes and explore our underground cavern with its striking natural beauty. You'll be treated to an unforgettable experience while you relax and enjoy nature's wonders.
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Kantun Chi is home to many plants and animals. There are white tail deer, spider monkeys,
raccoons, as well as a variety of other birds and insects. Throughout the ecopark, you will also find many different plants, including some very rare mushrooms.
At Kantun Chi we have enormous concern for the environment and we are working hard to preserve this natural habitat. Our animals receive fresh fruits and vegetables daily, and our hard work is paying off. We have begun to see increases in the population of some of the endangered species within the park. Kantun Chi is home to many plants and animals. There are white tail deer, spider monkeys, raccoons, as well as a variety of other birds and insects. Throughout the ecopark, you will also find many different plants, including some very rare mushrooms. At Kantun Chi we have enormous concern for the environment and we are working hard to preserve this natural habitat. Our animals receive fresh fruits and vegetables daily, and our hard work is paying off. We have begun to see increases in the population of some of the endangered species within the park. |
Kantun Chi ecopark is home to several cenotes. Currently four are available for swimming, snorkeling, or just admiring. In order to protect the fish and other wildlife that make the cenote their home, the use of any kind of oil or water-based sun block or lotions is not allowed : Kantun Chi: This cenote gets its name from the park itself. It is also the first one you encounter as you begin your adventure. Sas ka leen Ha: which means “transparent water” in Mayan: This cenote resembles a crescent moon and was probably used by the ancient Mayans for the purification of their souls. Uchil Ha or “ancient water:” This is one of the most unusually shaped cenotes in the Yucatan. Its waters wrap around what was once likely the roof of the cenote forming a unique shape. Zacil Ha:a Mayan word that means “clear water:” Early each afternoon, you can often see a sun ray crossing through a hole on the roof of the cenote that reflects off the water. It is quite beautiful.
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Grutaventura is undoubtedly the most impressive part of the park. It is a beautiful underground cavern that was only recently discovered.
Descend into this magical underground world, walk along its passageways, swim in its cenotes and enjoy one of the most amazing tours in the Mayan Riviera.
While stalactites grow down from the top of the cavern, stalagmites grow upwards from the floor. Over thousands of years, they form from the water that drips from the roof. By analyzing these formations, scientists can determine past temperatures and rainfall patterns several thousand years into the past. The stalactites come in a wide range of peculiar and fascinating shapes Just a simple view this forms, the scientists can determinate the temperaturates and quantity of rain from a long time ago.
The view is quite amazing and beautiful, but be prepared to get wet, since the water is deep enough in parts to reach the chest of an average adult. It is NOT recommended for people that :
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stalagmites can have a wide variety of peculiar and fascinate forms.
You are welcome to swim and snorkel In either of them. For those who want to enjoy the cavern's natural beauty but prefer not to swim, there are two small kayaks available. After crossing the first cenote, you pass through a short passageway before encountering the second one. Once you cross the second cenote, there is another long passageway where you can see more natural rock formations. Stats:
