Dos ojos
The Pit
Hell’s Bells
Angelita
Cenote scuba diving in the Riviera Maya | Guide & tours
Exploring the cenotes of the Riviera Maya is one of the most unique diving experiences in the world.
What to expect
- Your dives are planned according to your certification level and recent experience, always in small groups with a maximum of four divers per guide, led by professional cave guides.
- We include high-quality scuba equipment and dive lights, along with drinks and snacks between dives so you can relax and enjoy the day to the fullest.
- If you prefer to dive with your own equipment, you’re welcome to bring it.
- Nitrox is complimentary for certified Nitrox divers.
- Our team can also design multi-day diving itineraries, allowing you to explore different cenotes during your stay and even combine cenote diving with ocean dives, such as Cozumel.
- Transportation is included from Playa del Carmen or another agreed meeting point, and we coordinate all logistics in advance so you can simply focus on enjoying your time underwater.
- Your reservation is secured with a 10% deposit, and we help you plan every detail so you can make the most of your diving experience in the Riviera Maya.
How to book your cenote diving experience
1. Choose your cenote diving experience
Explore our cenote dives and discover the different cavern systems of the Riviera Maya.
You can choose one of our designed tours or tell us which cenotes you’d like to explore, and we’ll help you create the perfect route.
2. Plan your diving adventure
3. Confirm your reservation
Once your trip is defined, we’ll send you a payment link to secure your reservation with a 10% deposit.
All dives include full scuba equipment, and Nitrox is complimentary for certified divers.
Better rates are also available when two or more divers book together.
Most divers choose to dive between 2 and 4 cenotes during their trip
Many divers visiting the Riviera Maya choose to explore multiple cenotes during their stay. Our team can help you combine the best cenotes based on visibility, logistics, and your diving level.
Cenote diving experiences in the Riviera Maya
Explore the dives
Discover some of the most spectacular cenote dives in Mexico, from light-filled cavern routes to deeper, more advanced systems.
Each cenote offers unique formations, haloclines, tunnels, and crystal-clear water. Explore the dives below and choose the ones that best match your certification level and diving experience.
Choose cenotes based on your certification level
Open Water Diver
Buceos en cenotes
Beautiful cavern dives with wide passages, natural light, and comfortable profiles.
Cenote dives for Advanced Open Water divers
Explore deeper cenotes with haloclines, large chambers, and spectacular light beams.
Cenote diving for Open Water divers
The Riviera Maya offers some of the most accessible cavern dives in the world. These cenotes allow certified Open Water divers to safely experience the magic of Mexico’s underground rivers, staying within recreational limits and always within sight of natural light. Expect crystal-clear water, stunning stalactites, and spectacular light beams filtering through the jungle.
Although Advanced Open Water certification is not required, cenote diving demands excellent buoyancy control and solid diving skills, typically developed with experience.
Detailed requirements and conditions for each dive are explained on the page of each cenote tour.
Legendary caverns and light beams
Dos Ojos
2 cavern dives · Open Water diver
$3.600 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Home to one of the most spectacular haloclines in the Riviera Maya.
Eden + Little Brother
2 cavern dives · Open Water diver
$3.900 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Pristine sanctuary of speleothems
Taak Be Lum + Tak Bi Ha
2 cavern dives · Open Water diver
$3.900 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Water lilies and crystal-clear caverns
Nicte Ha + Dos ojos
2 cavern dives · Open Water diver
$3.900 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Iconic light beams and halocline effects
Kukulkán + Little brother
2 cavern dives · Open Water diver
$3.400 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Crystal-clear waters and a hidden rainbow
Chikin Ha
2 cavern dives · Open Water diver
$3.400 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
The most decorated cavern dive in the Riviera Maya
Dream Gate
2 cavern dives · Open Water diver
$3.600 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
From cathedral-like caverns to vibrant mangrove waters
Casa Cenote + Dream Gate
2 cavern dives · Open Water diver
$3.900 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Cenotes for Advanced Open Water divers
Advanced cenote diving experiences. For divers seeking something deeper and truly extraordinary, these cenotes reveal some of the most unique underwater phenomena in the Riviera Maya—perfect for unforgettable dives and seamless online booking. Descend through shimmering haloclines, explore deeper cavern passages, and discover surreal scenes like ethereal hydrogen sulfide clouds and ancient geological formations—an unforgettable dive you can book with ease.
These dives require Advanced Open Water certification and offer a truly unforgettable exploration of the hidden underground world of the Yucatán.
Crystal-clear waters and hidden passages in the jungle
Orquídea + Chikin Ha
2 cavern dives / 1 deep dive · AOWD required
$4.100 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
The most striking hydrogen sulfide cloud effect in the region
Angelita + Dream Gate
2 cavern dives / 1 deep dive · AOWD required
$4.100 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
The most unique formations in Yucatán
Zapote + Kin Ha
2 cavern dives / deep dives · AOWD required
$4.100 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Iconic light beams and sculpted cavern formations
Yaakun + Kukulkan
2 cavern dives / 1 deep dive · AOWD required
$4.100 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
From Angelita’s hydrogen sulfide cloud to jungle waters
Angelita + Carwash
2 cavern dives / 1 deep dive · AOWD required
$4.100 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Spectacular light beams and crystal-clear cavern tunnels
The Pit + Dos Ojos
2 cavern dives / 1 deep dive · AOWD required
$4.100 MXN
All-inclusive experience
Cenote entrance fees
Full diving equipment
2 tanks
Certified cavern guide
Transportation from Playa del Carmen
Why choose Cenote Dive Tour for your cenote diving experience?
Highly experienced Full Cave guides, clear briefings, and detailed instructions, with complete respect for the environment. An ethical operation —no feeding wildlife or invasive practices—, realistic timing, thorough safety checks, and close guidance to ensure every detail enhances your cenote diving experience.
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- Warm, professional service: expert, bilingual guides with a great attitude, ready to make your cenote diving experience easy and enjoyable.
Free Nitrox: if you’re certified in enriched air, we provide Nitrox at no extra cost when you present your certification, adding even more value to your cenote diving experience.
Optional photography: we can arrange a professional Full Cave photographer (additional service) so you can take home incredible memories of your cenote diving experience.
Transportation with A/C and snacks: hotel pick-up, transfers, and refreshments included.
Cenote entrance fees included: access is paid in advance, so there are no extra payments during the tour.
Tailored itineraries: your route is designed based on your level, interests, and available time (with the option of up to 3 dives in one day when appropriate).
General information
Technical requirements
- Minimum age: 15 years Divers aged 15 to 17 must hold a valid certification, provide written consent from a parent or legal guardian, and be accompanied by that person during the activity.
- Minimum certification: Open Water (OW)
- Advanced certification required for certain cenotes: El Pit, Angelita, Yaakun, Orquídea, Zapote, and Kin Ha.
- Recent activity: It is recommended to have dived within the last 12 months. For certain cenotes, our team may require a check dive to ensure an adequate level of control, technique, and comfort before entering more demanding environments.
- Buoyancy and technique: stable trim, controlled finning, and a strict no-touch / no-kick policy.
- Medical fitness: Inform us of any medical conditions and bring a fit-to-dive medical certificate if required.
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Typical cenote diving day
Our goal is to maximize your time underwater while keeping logistics smooth and relaxed.
Dives are conducted in small groups (max. 4 divers per guide) to ensure safety and a comfortable pace.
A typical cenote diving day looks like this:
08:00 – Hotel pick-up
09:00 – Arrival at the cenote, briefing and preparation
10:00 – First dive
11:30 – Break with drinks and fresh food
12:15 – Second dive
14:30 – Return and end of the day
Depending on the cenote combination and diver level, additional dives can sometimes be arranged on the same day.
From the silence of the cenote to the life of the reef
The cenote experience is just the beginning. Many of our divers choose to take their journey further by exploring the reefs of Cozumel, where the open blue, gentle currents, and vibrant marine life create a perfect contrast to the calm of the cenote.
We design itineraries that combine both worlds into a seamless, fluid, and fully personalized experience.
Let’s talk about the next dive.
Tell us what you have in mind: cenote diving, bull shark encounters, Cozumel reefs, or a custom dive plan.
Small groups · Clear briefings · Stress-free logistics
