Cenotes in Quintana Roo
127 cenotes across Quintana Roo, Mexico.
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Akumal 3
Cenote Aktun Chen
Scenic rainforest park with an underground river for swimming, a zipline & cave exploration.
From $800 MXN
Cenote Chilam Balam
Features a dramatic dome-shaped entrance and clear blue water.
From $350 MXN
Yal-Kú Lagoon
Shallow cenote offering clear waters for snorkelers with fish & sea turtles, plus paths & benches.
From $300 MXN
Bacalar 3
Cenote Cocalitos
Tranquil swimming lagoon with fossilized stromatolites, a cenote, hammocks & an eatery.
From $50 MXN
Cenote Esmeralda
A wide, shallow area of the Bacalar lagoon fed by a deep underground spring.
From $50 MXN
Cenote Negro / La Bruja
A deep "black hole" inside Bacalar lagoon famous for the sudden, dramatic depth drop from the shallow lagoon floor. Its dark, deep water contrasts strikingly with the turquoise lagoon surrounding it.
From $50 MXN
Balam Canché 1
Cancun 2
Cancún 11
Cenote 97
Cenote Azul Bacalar
A massive, pitch-black open pit next to the Bacalar lagoon; over 90m deep.
From $30 MXN
Cenote Tamcach-Ha
Descent through a cave to an underground swimming hole popular for snorkeling & jumping from rocks.
From $100 MXN
Cenote Tankach-Ha
Descent through a cave to an underground swimming hole popular for snorkeling & jumping from rocks.
Cenote Tuunich
Cenote Yalahau
A cold freshwater spring on the mainland coast, accessible by boat from Holbox; known as the "Fountain of Youth".
From $100 MXN
Cenote de la Joya
Cenote galaxias del sol
Cenote subterráneo AVANTE
Hoyo negro Yalahau
Vestigio maya y cenote
Chetumal 1
Chunyaxché 2
Ciudad Chemuyil 3
Cenote Chemuyil
A small, sheltered cenote located within a private beach club near Akumal, Cenote Chemuyil sits just steps from the Caribbean Sea. The turquoise water is calm and warm, popular with families. Surrounded by mangroves, the cenote also serves as a natural habitat for local birds and iguanas.
From $200 MXN
Cenote Xunaan Ha
Cenote Xunaan-Ha
A quiet, crystal-clear open cenote popular for snorkeling and diving.
From $200 MXN
Cobá 4
Cenote Choo-Ha
Subterranean caverns known for ancient stalactite formations & tranquil swimming pools.
From $100 MXN
Cenote Multum Ha
Natural swimming pool in a rocky subterranean cave, with life jacket rentals & changing rooms.
Cenote Multum-Ha
Natural swimming pool in a rocky subterranean cave, with life jacket rentals & changing rooms.
From $100 MXN
Cenote Punta Laguna
A natural lagoon-style cenote located inside the Punta Laguna Spider Monkey Reserve, between Cobá and Valladolid. Visitors can kayak, zip-line, swim, and spot spider monkeys and other wildlife in the surrounding jungle. The site is managed by a local Mayan community and offers an authentic eco-tourism experience.
From $350 MXN
Cozumel 1
El Cedral 2
Felipe Carrillo Puerto 4
Cenote Caterpillar
A long, narrow, winding cenote near Tulum that resembles the segments of a caterpillar. Its unique elongated shape creates a fun snorkeling route through twisting passages with good visibility.
From $100 MXN
Cenote Sayab Kuxtal
Located about 7 minutes west of the Felipe Carrillo Puerto train station, Cenote Sayab Kuxtal is part of the natural and cultural heritage of the Mayan zone in the interior of Quintana Roo.
From $80 MXN
Cenote Síijil Noh Há
Hidden eco-reserve in the jungle with crystal clear lagoons and birdwatching.
From $100 MXN
Rancho-Cenote “Sayab Kuxtal”
Holliday Cozumel 1
Leona Vicario 2
Luis Echeverría Álvarez 1
Manuel Antonio Ay 1
Ninguno 1
Playa del Carmen 15
Cenote Abierto
Cenote Azul
Swimming & snorkeling are popular at this sinkhole with varying depths & crystal-clear water.
From $180 MXN
Cenote Chaak Tun
Visitors can explore, swim & snorkel in these low-lit caverns with natural pools & stalactites.
From $900 MXN
Cenote Chac Mool
Famous for the "Light Room" where sunbeams pierce the water.
From $250 MXN
Cenote Chikin Ha
Natural sea cave for snorkeling & diving, within an activity park offering zip lines & biking.
From $450 MXN
Cenote Dos Palmas
A small community cenote near Tulum operated by a local Mayan family, Cenote Dos Palmas offers an intimate, low-key experience far from the tourist crowds. The site includes a temazcal (Mayan steam lodge) ceremony available on request. The open cenote sits in a palm-shaded clearing and is most popular in the mornings before midday heat sets in.
From $200 MXN
Cenote Jardín del Edén
Clear-water sinkhole lagoon surrounded by forest, with scuba diving through submerged caves.
From $200 MXN
Cenote Kukulkán
Cenote Kukulkán is a cave dive site along the Riviera Maya corridor between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, named after the feathered serpent deity of the ancient Maya. The cenote features a narrow entrance that opens into a large underwater chamber with a prominent halocline. It is a popular site among Tulum-based dive operators for cavern and cave-certified dives.
From $1000 MXN
Cenote Pequeño Hermano
Clear-water sinkhole lagoon surrounded by forest, with scuba diving through submerged caves.
Cenote Tula
Cenote Xaman Ha
Ecopark Kantun Chi
This eco-park features a variety of flora & fauna, plus cenotes & underground caverns for swimming.
Kantun Chi Cenotes
This eco-park features a variety of flora & fauna, plus cenotes & underground caverns for swimming.
From $500 MXN
Río Secreto
Hiking & swimming excursions along a turquoise underground river with stalactites & stalagmites.
From $1500 MXN
Xcaret Park
Waterfront eco-archaeological park offering attractions such as snorkeling & cave exploration.
From $1499 MXN
Puerto Aventuras 2
Puerto Morelos 16
Cenote Blanca Flor
A submerged freshwater vent in the Caribbean Sea near Puerto Morelos. Identified via satellite as an offshore blue hole accessible by boat for expert divers.
Cenote Boca del Puma
An adventure park featuring natural pools and a historic chicle (gum) museum.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Elvira
Cenote Ha'
"Water"; part of the Xenotes tour by Xcaret near Puerto Morelos, Cenote Ha' is a semi-open cenote filled with lily pads and lush underwater gardens. The tranquil atmosphere and beautiful aquatic vegetation create an ethereal snorkeling experience.
Cenote Ich-Ha
Also called "Ojo de Agua"; a small, quiet cavern perfect for a peaceful swim.
From $250 MXN
Cenote K'áak'
"Fire"; part of the Xenotes tour by Xcaret near Puerto Morelos, Cenote K'áak' is an open-river cenote surrounded by high vertical jungle walls. Kayaking through the enclosed waterway is the main activity, offering a dramatic natural corridor experience.
Cenote Kin Ha
A deep cave cenote with a hole in the roof and stunning blue water with light beams.
From $400 MXN
Cenote La Noria
A large, deep cavern cenote with high-energy ziplines and a jump platform.
From $400 MXN
Cenote Las Mojarras
A massive open cenote (65m wide) featuring double ziplines; first stop on the Ruta de los Cenotes.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Lu'um
"Earth"; part of the exclusive Xenotes tour by Xcaret near Puerto Morelos, Cenote Lu'um is a closed cavern where visitors rappel down into a turquoise pool. The dramatic vertical descent through stalactite-lined walls is a highlight of the tour.
Cenote Maravilla
A hidden gem on the Ruta de los Cenotes near Puerto Morelos, Cenote Maravilla (meaning "Marvel" or "Wonder") is a semi-open cenote with spectacularly clear water and impressive stalactite formations. Less visited than the nearby Cenote Verde Lucero, it rewards those who seek it out with an intimate, crowd-free swimming experience.
From $250 MXN
Cenote Popol Vuh
Community-managed rustic site; simple, natural, and very affordable.
From $150 MXN
Cenote Selvatica
Amusement park offering guided activities, including ziplining, aerial bridges & off-roading.
From $400 MXN
Cenote Siete Bocas
Limestone sinkhole with 7 openings leading to an underground river & caverns, popular for swims.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Sol y Luna
A social cenote park with a bar, hammocks, and a lively afternoon atmosphere.
From $400 MXN
Cenote Verde Lucero
Located along the Ruta de los Cenotes at kilometer 18.5 near Puerto Morelos — the closest cenote route to Cancún — Cenote Verde Lucero is a tranquil open-air cenote surrounded by dense jungle. Its name means "green morning star," and its emerald-green waters offer a peaceful swimming experience away from the more crowded tourist cenotes.
From $300 MXN
Rancho Viejo 2
San José 1
Tulum 37
Casa Cenote
Laid-back property offering warm rooms, suites & a villa, plus an outdoor pool & an airy eatery.
From $150 MXN
Cenote Aktun-Ha
Also known as Cenote Carwash due to the fact that local taxi drivers used to wash their cars here, Cenote Aktun-Ha is an open-air cenote located 8 kilometers from Tulum on the road to Cobá, right next to Cenote Zacil-Ha. Its clear water, rich with underwater vegetation including lily pads, makes it a popular spot for both swimming and scuba diving.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Aldea Zamá
Cenote Angelita
A legendary dive site near Tulum, Cenote Angelita is a cylindrical sinkhole that descends to 60 meters. At around 29–33 meters, a permanent hydrogen sulfide layer creates a surreal "river in the jungle" effect — dead trees draped in sulphur mist float beneath the layer, creating one of the most photographed underwater scenes in the world.
From $1500 MXN
Cenote Box-Chen
Underwater cave system popular for snorkeling & cave diving, plus wildlife viewing.
From $100 MXN
Cenote Calavera
Swimming hole with crystal clear waters also known for scuba diving & underground caves.
From $250 MXN
Cenote Caracol
Cenote Casa Tortuga
A park featuring four cenotes (Jaguar, Tres Zapotes, Wisho, and Campana) with a buffet included.
From $650 MXN
Cenote Corazón
An open cenote near Tulum naturally shaped like a heart, very popular for weddings and romantic photo shoots. Its unique shape is visible from aerial views and its clear water and serene jungle surroundings make it a picturesque destination.
From $150 MXN
Cenote Corazón del Paraíso
"Heart of Paradise"; an open cenote naturally shaped like a heart.
From $150 MXN
Cenote Cristal
Also known as Cenote Naharon, Cenote Cristal is one of the two closest cenotes to Tulum town, located just 6 kilometers south along Highway 307. This open-air cenote features several sunbathing areas, hammocks, and a 2-meter jumping platform. An underground 550-meter corridor connects it to neighboring Cenote Escondido across the highway.
From $200 MXN
Cenote Dos Ojos
Historic caves & crystal clear natural swimming holes popular for snorkeling & scuba diving.
From $400 MXN
Cenote Dreamgate
World-class cave dive site; incredibly fragile and ornate stalactites.
From $300 MXN
Cenote El Coquito
Paid access to a swimming hole on a rugged hiking trail, surrounded by jungle & mangrove swamps.
From $50 MXN
Cenote El Pit
One of the most famous and challenging dive sites in the Yucatán, El Pit is a vertical cave cenote near Tulum that plunges to over 120 meters. At around 30 meters depth, divers encounter a dramatic halocline — a hydrogen sulfide cloud that creates a mirror-like effect on the water surface. A truly otherworldly experience reserved for experienced divers.
From $1500 MXN
Cenote Encantado
A mangrove lagoon at the end of the Tulum hotel zone; connects to the sea.
From $100 MXN
Cenote Escondido
Paid access to a swimming hole on a rugged hiking trail, surrounded by jungle & mangrove swamps.
From $200 MXN
Cenote Itzamna
Swimming hole with crystal clear waters & a zip line, plus restroom facilities & snack areas.
From $150 MXN
Cenote Kalimba
A specialized cave-diving entry point near Tulum with narrow, winding passages. Requires a full cave certification and a qualified guide. Known for its challenging tunnels and intricate underwater geology.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Labna-Ha
Part of the "Magic World" eco-park near Tulum, Cenote Labna-Ha offers a high-end snorkeling experience through long, illuminated underground rivers filled with millions of tiny stalactites. Includes gear, buffet, and expert guides for a premium cave snorkeling tour.
From $800 MXN
Cenote Mariposa
"Butterfly Cenote"; a beautiful open-air pool near Tulum with crystal clear water and lush underwater gardens. A relaxed, family-friendly cenote perfect for swimming and snorkeling, with a café and toilets on-site.
From $250 MXN
Cenote Mayan Blue
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
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
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
Cenote Regina
A serene jungle cenote near Tulum with clear water and abundant local bird species. A peaceful retreat popular with birdwatchers and those seeking a quiet natural swimming experience away from crowds.
From $150 MXN
Cenote Sac Actún
Underwater cave system popular for snorkeling & cave diving, plus wildlife viewing.
From $650 MXN
Cenote Taak Bi Ha
Hidden cave with thousands of tiny stalactites; managed by a Mayan family.
From $350 MXN
Cenote Tajmaha
Limestone formations, tunnels & chambers, plus light effects, in a cenote popular for cave diving.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Tak Be Lum
Cenote Vaca Ha
"Cow Water"; an open-air cenote along the highway near Tulum featuring high jumping platforms and energetic swimming. Popular with younger visitors seeking thrills and clear water swims.
From $200 MXN
Cenote Yax-Kin
"Green Sun"; a large, open-air cenote with turquoise water near Tulum, known for its excellent photography opportunities. Features sunbeds, showers, and camping, making it a popular destination for longer stays.
From $200 MXN
Cenote Yax-Muul
A lush eco-park near Tulum offering cave swimming, rappelling, and traditional Mayan ceremonies. The multi-activity experience includes guided rappel descents into the cenote and cultural programming.
From $500 MXN
Cenote Yum-Ha
A quiet, shallow garden cenote near Akumal with very clear and calm water. A peaceful retreat surrounded by lush vegetation, ideal for leisurely swimming and relaxation.
From $150 MXN
Cenote Zacil-Ha
Swimming hole with crystal clear waters & a zip line, plus restroom facilities & snack areas.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Zemway
An open, jungle-surrounded cenote with high platforms for jumping.
From $200 MXN
Gran Cenote
Limestone cenote & cavern with snorkeling areas, equipment rentals & boardwalks.
From $500 MXN
Tulum Municipality 5
Cenote Jailhouse
A legendary cave dive site near Tulum named for its proximity to an old prison. A challenging and technically demanding site reserved for expert cave divers with full certification.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Kaan Luum
A huge turquoise lagoon with an 82m deep indigo "black hole" in the center; shallow turquoise edges drop suddenly to extreme depth.
From $300 MXN
Cenote Los monos
Cenote Tankah
Part of a lagoon system where fresh and saltwater meet, creating a halocline.
From $300 MXN
