Discover the mystical cenotes - 2 Tank cavern diving

Summary

The Yucatan Peninsula is famous for its unique underground conditions. Its limestone soil has percolated rain water over millions of years to give place to the world’s longest underground river system. Parts of the surface land have collapsed over the years creating sinkholes called Cenotes, windows into this amazing underground world. Diving in a Cenote is a unique experience. These caverns are windows to the world’s largest underground river systems and were sometimes used by the ancient Maya for sacrificial offerings. Their water is so clear with over 500 feet visibility that it will make your cavern diving adventure unforgettable. In some Cenotes you will see beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, amazing light effects as the sunlight shines through cracks in the ceiling and halocline effect. Discover the unforgettable underwater world of the Yucatan Peninsula's subterranean river. Your guide—a diving expert familiar with the world's largest underground river system —is safety-minded and attentive with a good sense of humor. Take a break between dives to refuel over a lunch of Mexican cuisine as your guide shares more information about the Yucatan Peninsula's fantastic natural history and unique characteristics. There are many cenotes in the area, all different and special. With an Open Water Diver certification, it is possible to dive in these incredible caverns. For your first dive in cenotes, we will take you to the classic cenotes. Once you are familiar with diving in cenotes or if you are more experienced, we can take you to some special deeper cenotes.  WHICH CENOTES DO WE DIVE?  • Classic Cenote: Chac Mool, Kukulkan, Dos Ojos, Chikin Ha, El Eden/Ponderosa, Tajma Ha, Casa Cenote, Dream Gate…and others by request. • Special Cenote: The Pit, the Pet Cemetery, Angelita, Car Wash, Gran Cenote. Diving in these cenotes has a different price because they are deeper and more difficult to access. You can pay the extra upon arrival once we have established your cavern diving level.   HIGHLIGHTS • 2 cavern dives to explore cenotes of an underground river • Amazing natural geological formations & mysterious caves • More than 500 feet (150 m) of visibility underwater • Qualified & fully cave-certified guides offer tips & insight • Personalized attention with small group of divers  

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Dive into freshwater sinkholes known for crystal clear water and ideal diving conditions with over 500 feet (150 m) of visibility. Stalactites and stalagmites adorn the caverns and fish species swim through the illuminated waters of the cenote. Swimming through the cenotes' caverns, take in the surreal environment, admiring the play of light across the strange rock formations and shifting pools. For certified divers of all skill levels, this is an experience not to be missed.

What’s included?

  • Guided diving excursion in cenotes and caverns

  • Use of scuba tanks, weights, and flashlight

  • Lunch at traditional Mexican restaurant

  • Roundtrip transportation from dive shop to diving location

  • Commentary in English, French, Spanish, German, or Italian

  • Bottled water

  • Lunch

  • Scuba equipment: if you don't have your own equipment or you do but prefer to travel light, we rent quality diving equipment. Daily rental is $15 USD for the complete diving set (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, snorkel)

  • Transfer from your hotel: for guests staying in the nearby Riviera Maya Resorts, Mexico Blue Dream provides you with a shuttle service to and from the dive club for a small charge. Please reserve your hotel transfer in advance by using the contact information provided on your booking.

  • Photos and video: Turn your dive adventure into a photo shoot. We have GoPros available for hire, but please reserve this service in advance.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Dune Mexico Blue Dream

About operator:

Snorkel or dive the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean and inland Cenotes near Playa Del Carmen and Cozumel. Explore the most colorful and interesting dive sites in the Great Mayan Reef Barrier. We have snorkeling and diving packages for every need. We offer a full array of PADI training programs for all levels of divers, from our Bubblemaker (kids 8+), Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water Scuba Diving training courses for beginners to PADI IDC Staff certifications for professionals. Come and join us... for a lifetime experience!!

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