CENOTE

El Pit

CENOTE

El Pit

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INFOS

Cenote entrance fee:

$

MXN

Certification level

Advanced Open Water

Depth

>30m/90ft

Darkness

AA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

beam of lights,stalactites, halocline, hydrogen sulfide cloud

Camera Fee

yes

cenote

overview

Just a short 50-minute drive south of Playa del Carmen, you’ll stumble upon the remarkable Cenote El Pit, a part of the renowned “Sac Aktun” water system. The name “El Pit” is a nod to its deep, circular shape, and it’s a place that attracts divers and photographers from all corners of the globe.

Those captivating turquoise waters that seem to beckon you to dive right in. On sunny days the beam of light pierce through the water like a realy mystical experience, As you descend into El Pit, prepare to witness something truly fascinating. There’s this phenomenon known as a “halocline,” where freshwater and saltwater meet but maintain their separation. You’ll see a distinct boundary where these two layers coexist but don’t mix—a natural spectacle that will leave you in awe.

But Cenote El Pit offers more than just its pristine waters. Inside, it’s like stepping into an underground wonderland. Intricately adorned cave chambers and a ceiling adorned with breathtaking stalactites. Each dive is like embarking on a journey through a secret museum of nature’s finest artistry.So, if you’re up for an adventure, dive into the magic of Cenote El Pit in Riviera Maya.

DAY

PLAN

  • Meeting in Playa at 8.30 am
  • Drive 50min south direction
  • First dive Cenotes ‘’El Pit’’
  • Snack break
  • Second dive SUGGESTED Dos Ojos or Nichte Ha
  • Lunch break
  • Estimated return in Playa 3.30 pm

DON´T FORGET

  • Some cash to pay your entry/camera fees (in mexican pesos)
  • Towel and dry change

PLEASE

NOTE

The cenotes are part of a unique ecosystem that is very delicate and fragile and it’s flowing directly into the ocean. Please do not use any chemical product before your dives (sun cream, mosquito repellent, face creams, hair products…). You can opt for any reef friendly/organic product instead.

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INFOS

Cenote entrance fee:

$

MXN

Certification level

Advanced Open Water

Depth

>30m/90ft

Darkness

AA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

beam of lights,stalactites, halocline, hydrogen sulfide cloud

Camera Fee

yes

cenote

overview

Just a short 50-minute drive south of Playa del Carmen, you’ll stumble upon the remarkable Cenote El Pit, a part of the renowned “Sac Aktun” water system. The name “El Pit” is a nod to its deep, circular shape, and it’s a place that attracts divers and photographers from all corners of the globe.

Those captivating turquoise waters that seem to beckon you to dive right in. On sunny days the beam of light pierce through the water like a realy mystical experience, As you descend into El Pit, prepare to witness something truly fascinating. There’s this phenomenon known as a “halocline,” where freshwater and saltwater meet but maintain their separation. You’ll see a distinct boundary where these two layers coexist but don’t mix—a natural spectacle that will leave you in awe.

But Cenote El Pit offers more than just its pristine waters. Inside, it’s like stepping into an underground wonderland. Intricately adorned cave chambers and a ceiling adorned with breathtaking stalactites. Each dive is like embarking on a journey through a secret museum of nature’s finest artistry.So, if you’re up for an adventure, dive into the magic of Cenote El Pit in Riviera Maya.

DAY

PLAN

  • Meeting in Playa at 8.30 am
  • Drive 50min south direction
  • First dive Cenotes ‘’El Pit’’
  • Snack break
  • Second dive SUGGESTED Dos Ojos or Nichte Ha
  • Lunch break
  • Estimated return in Playa 3.30 pm

DON'T FORGET!

  • Some cash to pay your entry/camera fees (in mexican pesos)
  • Towel and dry change

PLEASE

NOTE

The cenotes are part of a unique ecosystem that is very delicate and fragile and it’s flowing directly into the ocean. Please do not use any chemical product before your dives (sun cream, mosquito repellent, face creams, hair products…). You can opt for any reef friendly/organic product instead.

CENOTE

AZUL HA

Certification level

Advanced open Water

Depth

>30m/90ft

Darkness

AA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

beam of lights, stalactites, human skull

Camera Fee

No

CENOTE

Carwash / Aktun Ha

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

5mt/50ft

Darkness

AAA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

Stalactites, lily pads, bones and ceramic, light beams, flora and fauna

Camera Fee

yes

CENOTE

Dreamgate

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

8mt/25ft

Darkness

AAAAA

Buoyancy

AAAAA

Highlights

Stalactites, air dome

Camera Fee

None

CENOTE

Nicte Ha

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

6m/20ft

Darkness

AA

Buoyancy

AAAAA

Highlights

Lily's garden, bones, stalactites

Camera Fee

$300 MXN

CENOTE

Tak Be Lum

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

6m/20ft

Darkness

AAAAA

Buoyancy

AAAAA

Highlights

crazy formations, crazy stuff

Camera Fee

no?

CENOTE

Tak Be Ha

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

12m/20ft

Darkness

AAA

Buoyancy

AAAAA

Highlights

beautiful formations, buoyancy challenging

Camera Fee

no

CENOTE

Dos Ojos

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

8mt/25ft

Darkness

AAAA

Buoyancy

AAAA

Highlights

Stalactites, air dome

Camera Fee

$300 MXN

CENOTE

El Pit

Certification level

Advanced open Water

Depth

>30m/90ft

Darkness

AA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

lightbeam, stalactites, halocline, hydrogen sulfide cloud

Camera Fee

yes

CENOTE

Tajma Ha

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

15m/50ft

Darkness

AAAA

Buoyancy

AAAA

Highlights

beam of lights,stalactites, air dome, haloclin

Camera Fee

Yes

CENOTE

EL EDÉN

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

14mt/60ft

Darkness

AA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

light beams, halocline

Camera Fee

no

CENOTE

CHAC MOOL

Certification level

Open Water

Depth

20mt/60ft

Darkness

AAA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

Light beams, stalactites, halocline, air dome

Camera Fee

not allowed

CENOTE

Kin Ha

Certification level

Advanced open Water

Depth

24mt/60ft

Darkness

AAAA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

light beams, tiny bells, sinkhole

Camera Fee

?

CENOTE

MARAVILLA

Certification level

Advanced open Water

Depth

>30m/90ft

Darkness

AA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

Sulfate cloud, swimtrough, bones,

Camera Fee

yes

CENOTE

Zapote

Certification level

Advanced open Water

Depth

>35m/115ft

Darkness

AAA

Buoyancy

AAAA

Highlights

Biothemes bells, soulfate cloud, vibrant open water

Camera Fee

yes

CENOTE

ORQUIDEA

Certification level

Advanced open Water

Depth

25m/82ft

Darkness

A

Buoyancy

AA

Highlights

Sulfate cloud, vibrant open water

Camera Fee

None

CENOTE

ANGELITA

Certification level

Advanced open Water

Depth

>30m/90ft

Darkness

AA

Buoyancy

AAA

Highlights

Sulfate cloud, swimtrough, bones,

Camera Fee

yes