Tulum
Tulum Cenote Diving
Tulum is the heart of cenote diving in Mexico. Dive Dos Ojos, El Pit, Angelita and Casa Cenote with The Dive Machine’s certified guides, with options for every level, from newly certified divers to advanced divers.
The Best Cenotes in Tulum
From the iconic Dos Ojos to the mysterious depths of El Pit and Angelita, the cenotes of Tulum offer experiences for every level of diver. They are access points to the Sac Actun system, the world’s longest underwater cave, with more than 370 km of explored passages. Dive into crystal-clear water surrounded by stalactites and stalagmites while rays of light filter from above, and cross the halocline, where fresh and salt water meet and create visual effects you have to see to believe.
- WHAT TO BRING:
- Dive certification
- Biodegradable sunscreen
- Swimsuit and towel
Top Cenotes in Tulum
El Pit Cenote
Famous light beams, a halocline at 15 m and a sulfide layer at 30 m.
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Angelita Cenote
The underwater river: a hydrogen sulfide cloud at about 30 m.
Explore
Dos Ojos Cenote
Two entrances joined by decorated passages. About 10 m deep.
Explore
Casa Cenote
An open-air cenote among mangroves, about 8 m deep.
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Best Season
You can dive the cenotes of Tulum all year round, with cenote water between 24 and 26 °C. The famous light beams of El Pit are best seen between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., when the sun is directly overhead, especially in summer. The best months to combine cenotes and reefs in the Riviera Maya are October to April.
Why Dive the Cenotes of Tulum?
Our packages cater to every level: from beginners exploring Casa Cenote to advanced divers descending into El Pit and Angelita. We have daily departures from Playa del Carmen and can arrange hotel pickup for an additional fee. Besides our four favorite cenotes, the Tulum area is home to other well-known cenotes such as Gran Cenote, Cenote Calavera, Carwash (Aktun Ha), Cristal and Escondido, Nicte-Ha and Taak Bi Ha.
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Sac Actun Cave System
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Top Cenotes
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Deepest: Angelita
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Cenote Water
What's Included
Everything you need for an amazing day of diving: we take care of the rest
Full Scuba Gear
BCD, regulator, tanks, weights, fins and mask.
Dive Lights
Primary and backup light for exploring the cenotes
Thermal Protection
Wetsuits suited to cenote and reef conditions (24-26 °C)
Cenote Entrance Fees
All park and cenote entrance fees are paid by the diver.
Lunch/Snacks
A tasty sandwich with fruit and a dessert after your dive adventure
Certified Guide
All of our instructors are bilingual and hold current credentials
Why Choose The Dive Machine?
Your trusted diving partner in the Riviera Maya
SSI Certified Center
As an SSI certified dive center, you can count on high-quality training and first-class customer service backed by international standards.
Small Groups
We prioritize personal attention with small groups, ensuring a safe and intimate dive where every diver gets the care they deserve.
High-Quality Equipment
Dive with complete, quality gear included in your experience: BCD, regulator, tanks, weights, fins, mask and dive lights.
Expert Certified Guides
We only work with the best certified guides in the Yucatán Peninsula, with thousands of dives and years of experience so you can enjoy every moment.
Sustainable Diving
The Dive Machine offers eco-friendly tours in Puerto Aventuras and the Riviera Maya. We are committed to reducing waste and promoting responsible diving practices.
Personalized Service
Every diver is unique. We tailor each experience to your skill level, interests and comfort, whether it is your first dive or you are an advanced explorer.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Our favorites are Dos Ojos and Casa Cenote for Open Water divers, and El Pit and Angelita for advanced divers. Dos Ojos is famous for its decorated passages and light rays, Casa Cenote for its mangroves and calm water, El Pit for its light beams and halocline, and Angelita for the hydrogen sulfide cloud that looks like an underwater river.
You don't always need a cave diving certification. We offer dives in more accessible caverns for recreational divers. For cave exploration, we recommend our cave diving courses. Our experienced guides will tailor the experience to your skill level and certification.
Dos Ojos (about 10 m) and Casa Cenote (about 8 m) are ideal for newly certified divers, with calm water and easy access. El Pit and Angelita require Advanced Open Water certification. If you are not certified yet, our Discover Scuba experience lets you explore select cenotes with a fully qualified instructor.
Tulum is located about 50 kilometers (30 miles) south of Playa del Carmen, about a 45-minute drive away. We can arrange hotel pickup and transportation to the dive sites for an additional fee.
Our cenote diving packages include all equipment (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, tanks, weights, fins, mask and dive light), a certified SSI guide, two cenote dives, lunch, snacks and water. Round-trip transportation is available for an additional fee. Cenote entrance fees are paid by the diver.
