Advanced Cenote Diving
Deep Dives & Challenging Cenote Sites in Mexico
Ready for the next level? Experience the famous light rays at El Pit and the underwater river at Angelita. AOW Certification Required. Deep profiles, complex navigation, and unique underwater phenomena await experienced divers.
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Ready to take your cenote diving to the next level? Mexico's advanced cenotes offer deep profiles, unique underwater phenomena, and challenging environments that will push your skills. From the famous light rays at El Pit to the hydrogen sulfide cloud at Angelita, these dives are unforgettable.
Requirements: Advanced Open Water certification minimum. Some sites recommend Deep Diver specialty. Review all certification requirements.
Top Advanced Cenotes
Signature Deep Dives in Mexico
Angelita & Carwash
The favourite of many advanced divers. Dare to dive in one of the most amazing cenotes in the area.
- Max depth: 30m / 98ft
- Surreal underwater "river"
- Submerged tree branches
- Unique photography
ADV Certification | Min age: 15
El Pit Cenote
The most famous deep cenote in Mexico. Descend through spectacular light rays into the darkness below.
- Max depth: 40m
- Legendary light effects
- Hydrogen sulfide cloud
- Ancient fossils
ADV Certification | Min age: 15
Zapote Cenote
Home to the mysterious "Hell's Bells" - unique geological formations found nowhere else on Earth.
- Max depth: 35m
- Hell's Bells formations
- Scientific research site
- Less crowded
ADV Certification | Min age: 15
Deep Profiles
Our advanced cenote dives take you beyond recreational limits to experience unique underwater phenomena.
- Halocline effects
- Hydrogen sulfide layers
- Spectacular light rays
- Expert guidance
Contact us for custom dives
What to Expect
Deep Cenote Challenges
- Nitrogen narcosis: Be aware of narcosis effects below 30m
- Air consumption: Deep dives require excellent air management
- Decompression: Some profiles may require safety stops
- Cold layers: Thermoclines can drop temperatures significantly
Equipment Considerations
- Dive computer: Essential for deep diving
- Backup lights: Always carry redundant lighting
- Exposure protection: 5mm wetsuit recommended for deep dives
- SMB: Bring your own surface marker buoy
Learn more about cenote diving equipment.
Ready for More?
If advanced cenote diving has sparked your interest in going further, consider technical cave diving. Full cave certification opens up hundreds of kilometers of underwater passages.
Not quite ready for advanced dives? Check out our cenotes for beginners or explore all the best cenotes in the Riviera Maya.
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Our guides are experienced in deep cenote diving and know exactly how to help you get the most out of these incredible sites.
