laguna kaan luum

Have you ever wondered about the kaan luum lagoon? This lake in the Mayan jungle is located just 20 minutes south of Tulum; it is characterized by its high tourist traffic, and is located near the access to the Sian Ka’an reserve.

Kaan luum lagoon

Kaan lumm is an amazing natural site that will enchant anyone with its crystalline waters and varied shades of color; on top of it all, it has a cenote inside! Just when you thought there was nothing else to reveal in the Riviera Maya, we discovered this surface that will amaze you completely.

Depth of the kaan luum lagoon

The lagoon kaan luum Tulumes really original, it has a large cenote of approximately 82 meters deep, in addition to the beautiful blue and green tones produced by the sun’s rays.

It is also surrounded by the paradisiacal flora and fauna of the Mayan jungle; it is the perfect spot to enjoy an incredible weekend or be part of your list during your trips to the Riviera Maya.

History

It is a lagoon lost in the map of the Riviera Maya, where large hotel complexes have not arrived and rule the sounds of the Mayan mangrove. The name of Kaan Luum lagoon in Mayan means “yellow land”, and it is surrounded by abundant jungle that protects this emblematic place.

How to get to kaan luum lagoon?

The lagoon is located very close to Tulum, so staying in one of the hotels near the city will make your trip much shorter. There are two ways to go to this fantastic attraction and both are very easy and practical.

Public transportation

To take the colectivo you should know that they go from Tulum to Carrrillo Puerto, so you will have to tell the driver to drop you off at the entrance of Kaan Luum; this only works with the colectivo transfer, don’t try with ADO type services. The approximate cost of the colectivo varies between $85 and $120 Mexican pesos.

Your own car

It is one of the easiest and most comfortable means of transportation to go to the lagoon; you only have to search in Google Maps: -Kaan Luum Lagoon- and follow the instructions, the trip takes about 20 minutes.

What to do in Kaan Luum?

The color of the waters of Kaan Luum lake is fascinating, with its intense shades of green and blue that vary constantly, the reason? It hides a cenote of 82 meters deep.

It is worth mentioning that it is forbidden to swim in the cenote, since it is exclusively for diving, but the surrounding area is magnificent, with a fine sandy bottom and shallow water that does not reach 1.50 m. Kaan Luum provides a fairly basic base; however, it is an ideal place to visit and enjoy with the family.

A tour surrounded by jungle

Although it is a small site in the Mayan Riviera, this lagoon is undoubtedly a jewel to enjoy a good vacation; the adventure begins as soon as you pass through the entrance, since to go to this lagoon it is necessary to walk a wooden path of about 1 kilometer; it is completely surrounded by mangroves and other jungle trees.

Diving

From the dock you can see a variety of shades in the water, this due to the change of depth; thanks to the fact that right in the middle of this body of water there is a cenote that is 82 meters deep, where you can easily dive.

Clay masks

Also known as “Mayan Bath” is one of the traditions that has had a stir in this tourist place; it consists of smearing clay from the ground all over your face. It smells terrible, but it is believed to be very good for exfoliating the skin.

Protecting the lagoon

Another aspect that fascinates us about this spot is that it is managed by ejidatarios, who protect and take great care of the lagoon. It is very important that you do not use sunscreen or any other lotion, so as not to contaminate the water. There is always the option of using long-sleeved aquatic costumes.

Costs of the Kaan Luum Lagoon

The entrance fee for children and adults ranges from $80 to $100 Mexican pesos, this varies if you have a drone or any other electronic device to record; if this is your case, the cost will increase to $300. It is forbidden to bring drinks, pets, liquor, horns and pollutants such as cigarettes.

Conclusion

The Kaan Luum Lagoon has to be on your list of places to visit, as well as the Bacalar Lagoon, the great cenote of Tulum and Coba. You can’t miss them.