Browse Cenotes in the Yucatán Peninsula
Xpu Ha, Quintana Roo
Cenote Minotauro
A legendary cave diving site near Puerto Aventuras with a labyrinth of extremely narrow tunnels and passages. Named for the mythological maze, it is reserved for expert cave divers with full certification and experienced guides.
From $300 MXN
Tulum, Quintana Roo
Cenote Nicte-Ha
A serene, lesser-known cenote near Tulum, Nicte-Ha (meaning "Water Flower" in Mayan) is prized by divers and snorkelers for its calm, clear water and beautiful lily pads floating on the surface. It connects to the Dos Ojos cave system underground. The peaceful, uncrowded atmosphere makes it a favorite for those seeking a more tranquil experience.
From $350 MXN
Tulum, Quintana Roo
Cenote Nohoch Nah Chich
Part of the record-breaking Sac Actún–Nohoch Nah Chich underwater cave network — at one point the longest mapped underwater cave in the world. Located near Tulum, this cenote is a bucket-list destination for certified cave divers. The pristine caverns feature stunning geological formations and near-zero visibility disruptions.
From $2000 MXN
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
Cenote Pequeño Hermano
Clear-water sinkhole lagoon surrounded by forest, with scuba diving through submerged caves.
Tulum, Quintana Roo
Cenote Pet Cemetery
Named for the ancient animal bones (extinct tapirs and camelids) found on the cenote floor, Cenote Pet Cemetery near Tulum is a fascinating archaeological dive site. Its clear water and historical remains make it unique among Tulum cenotes.
From $400 MXN
Tulum Municipality, Quintana Roo
Cenote Tankah
Part of a lagoon system where fresh and saltwater meet, creating a halocline.
From $300 MXN
Ciudad Chemuyil, Quintana Roo
Cenote Xunaan-Ha
A quiet, crystal-clear open cenote popular for snorkeling and diving.
From $200 MXN
Cancun, Quintana Roo
Cenote Zapote
World-famous for "Hell's Bells"—unique bell-shaped underwater stalactites formed by microbial chemical reactions.
From $500 MXN
Tulum, Quintana Roo
Gran Cenote
Limestone cenote & cavern with snorkeling areas, equipment rentals & boardwalks.
From $500 MXN
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
Kantun Chi Cenotes
This eco-park features a variety of flora & fauna, plus cenotes & underground caverns for swimming.
From $500 MXN
Luis Echeverría Álvarez, Quintana Roo
Taam Ja' Blue Hole
One of the world's deepest known blue holes at approximately 420 meters deep, located in Chetumal Bay near Bacalar. Discovered and measured by researchers in 2023. Its immense depth and unique water stratification make it a subject of ongoing scientific research rather than a typical tourist destination.
From $0 MXN