Cenotes are limestone sinkholes, filled with water. They are unique to the Yucatan Peninsula and an understandable attraction. You can swim, scuba dive and snorkel in them, or simply admire their amazing beauty.
Best places to dive
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Chac Mool 20 minutes south of Playa del Carmen, very close to Puerto Aventuras. Maximun depth 13 m (42 ft). A beatiful cenote within a jungle setting. Lots of light, and is easily accessible.
Ponderosa Not far from Chac Mool. 22 minutes from Playa del Carmen, south of Puerto Aventuras. Maximun depth 16 m (53 ft). The Ponderosa cave system includes a cenote called Cenote el Eden. It connects to another cenote, Cenote Corral through a long tunnel.
Taj Mahal 25 minutes from Playa del Carmen, and 5.5 km (3.5 miles) south of Puerto Aventuras. Maximun depth 15 m (48 ft). Four interconnected cenotes with cement and stone stairs to help you get in and out.
Dos Ojos 40 minutes south of Playa del Carmen. Maximun depth 10 m (32 ft). One of the largest underwater cave system, consisting of massive columns, crystal clear water, and a huge cavern zone suitable for long and shallow cavern dives.
Cenote Esqueleto (Temple of Doom) 2 km (1 ¼ km) towards Coba in Tulum. Maximun depth 16 m (55 ft). An interesting sinkhole. There is plenty of light, lots of fossils.
Grand Cenote 4 km towards Coba from Tulum. Maximun depth 10 m (32 ft). One of the most popular cenotes in the area for diving and snorkeling. Located on the road that leads from Tulum to the Coba archaeological site. An enormous cave system that includes huge stalagmites and stalactites. Open everyday from 10:00 to 17:00 hrs (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Car Wash A few minutes beyond Grand Cenote on the left. Located 7 km (4.5 miles) west of Tulum on the road to Coba. Maximun depth 16 m (52 ft). The water here was once used for washing taxis. Another great place for swimming, snorkeling and diving.
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