Dos Ojos
The Yucatán's most iconic cave system, formations and play of light.
Marine life & flora: Limited cenote fauna, bats in the Batcave.
Destination guide
Mexico: Riviera Maya
Cenotes and underground rivers of the Yucatán
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Mexico: Riviera Maya — Cenotes and underground rivers of the Yucatán. This destination suits intermediate-level divers and is aimed mainly at those looking for photography and macro.
Dive centres are open from November to April. During this period the water is between 26 and 27 °C; over the year it ranges from 26 to 29 °C.
Must-dive sites include: Dos Ojos, Casa Cenote, Angelita.
At a glance
- Recommended level
- intermediate
- Focus
- Photo
- Water
- 26–29 °C
- Dive centres open
- November – April
- Indicative budget
- 2 090€
Indicative trip budget, paid directly to providers (flight, hotel, dive centre)
Dive sites
Casa Cenote
Fresh and salt water mixed, linked to the mangrove, ideal for beginners.
Marine life & flora: Mangrove fauna, small fish.
Angelita
Halocline and a hydrogen sulphide cloud at around 30 m, creating the illusion of an underwater river.
Marine life & flora: No notable fauna — a geological experience above all.
El Pit
One of the deepest recreational cenotes in the Yucatán, light rays and stalactites.
Marine life & flora: Characteristic sulphide haze at depth.
Water temperature month by month
| Month | Temperature |
|---|---|
| January | 26 °C |
| February | 26 °C |
| March | 26 °C |
| April | 27 °C |
| May | 28 °C |
| June | 29 °C |
| July | 29 °C |
| August | 29 °C |
| September | 29 °C |
| October | 28 °C |
| November | 27 °C |
| December | 26 °C |
With Polipia you join a group of 8 divers matched by affinity. The matchmaking fee is only due once your group is confirmed.
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