ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO CENOTE DIVING

Written By Rigo Amador

Are you interested in scuba diving in the cenote caverns near Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Puerto Morelos? In this post, I talk about everything you need to know to have the best cenote diving experience.

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Table of Contents

  • What is a cenote?

  • Is cenote & cave diving the same thing?

  • What certifications do I need for cenote diving?

  • Safety rules for cenote diving

  • How much does it cost?

  • Recommended gear for cenote diving

  • The best cenotes for glorious light rays

  • The most decorated cenotes for cavern diving

  • The cenotes with the most aquatic life

  • The deep cenotes

  • The best cenotes for snorkeling

  • What is the best time of year for cenote diving?

What is a cenote?

A cenote is a natural sinkhole formed by the collapse of a cave ceiling. The Maya consider cenotes to be sacred, containing portals to Xibalbá - the Mayan underworld.

What is the difference between open water, cavern, and cave diving?

What certifications do I need for cenote diving?

Guided cavern dive tours

Is cenote diving dangerous?

Safety rules for cenote diving

How much does it cost to go cenote diving?

What to wear?

Cenote descriptions

Where to stay to explore cenotes

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