Plongée à Cenotes (Yucatan) — Mexico

The Yucatan's cenotes are flooded limestone sinkholes connecting to the world's longest underwater cave systems. Shafts of light pierce crystal-clear freshwater, haloclines create surreal visual effects where fresh and salt water meet, and ancient stalactites decorate passages that were dry during the Ice Age. Dos Ojos, The Pit, and Angelita are the icons.

Score
61.4
Visibilité
30–61m
Température
21–26°C
Meilleurs mois
November, December, January
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Cenotes (Yucatan)
MexicoCaribbean
61.4

SCORE

20.3267°N

-87.3833°E

The Yucatan's cenotes are flooded limestone sinkholes connecting to the world's longest underwater cave systems. Shafts of light pierce crystal-clear freshwater, haloclines create surreal visual effects where fresh and salt water meet, and ancient stalactites decorate passages that were dry during the Ice Age. Dos Ojos, The Pit, and Angelita are the icons.

The World's Most Spectacular Cave Diving

Visibility30–61 m
Temperature21–26°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$130
Best MonthsNovember, December, January, February
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML68.0CH32.0VIS83.0SV53.0TMP60.0DA62.0OP78.0TS66.0GT68.0VAL48.0CRD59.0SP59.0

Marine Life

68.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
80
Megafauna Encounters
84
Reef Fish Abundance
90
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
45
Marine Life Diversity
68.0
Coral & Reef Health
32.0
Visibility & Conditions
83.0
Dive Site Variety
53.0
Water Temperature
60.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
66.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
48.0
Crowding
59.0
Social Proof
59.0

Dive Types

pelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

cenote swimming (Gran Cenote, Ik Kil)Tulum ruins overlooking the seaChichen Itza day tripPlaya del Carmen shopping & diningjungle zip-lining

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Chichen Itza (UNESCO)
  • Tulum ruins
  • Coba Mayan ruins
  • Valladolid colonial town

Non-Diver Score

8/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifevibrant

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber15 km — SSS Hyperbaric Chamber, Playa del Carmen
Nearest Hospital10 km

Multiple chambers in Riviera Maya; excellent hospitals in Playa del Carmen and Cancun

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Koox Diving

PADI

4.9
520 reviewsNITROX

Cenote Dive Tulum

PADI

4.8
380 reviewsNITROX

ProTec Dive Centers

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4.7
290 reviewsNITROX