What do you do at a cenote?

What do you do at a cenote? One of the most popular activities you can do in a cenote is snorkeling. There is a lot to see in a cenote. As well as fresh water fish, freshwater turtles and other marine life there are incredible underwater rock formations and even fossils that you can see while snorkeling.

Are cenotes worth it?

Go for it. It is an interesting experience and is cheap in most cases. Cenotes are a fantastic experience for diving and still pretty good for snorkeling. You won't see many fish, but the cave formations visible from the service are quite dramatic.

What do I need to know before going to a cenote?

Research the cenote beforehand Some cenotes are above-ground, while others are inside caves. You can walk right into some, while others require jumping in or walking down a large staircase. If you are claustrophobic, you should make sure to research the cenote so you know it's above ground.

Is the water in a cenote drinkable?

The Yucatán Peninsula has almost no rivers and only a few lakes, and those are often marshy. The widely distributed cenotes are the only perennial source of potable water and have long been the principal source of water in much of the region.

What should I bring on a cenote tour?

How cold is the water in a cenote?

What is the temperature of the water in the cenotes? The water temperature in the cenotes is around 77°-78° Fahrenheit or 25°-26° Celsius.

How deep is the water in a cenote?

How Deep Are Cenotes? One average cenotes are pretty deep – about 8-15 meters (49ft). Cenote the Pit is the deepest in Quintana Roo with its spectacular 119 m / 391 ft of depth. Cenotes dives are reserved for skilled divers only and the depth they can reach should be not more than 40 m (131 ft ).

How long to stay at cenote?

It's a great cenote to visit as it's so beautiful and fun to swim in so you can easily spend an up to two hours at the swimming area alone and another hour or two above ground at the viewing deck and the on-site restaurant. We expect most people would spend 1-3 hours at Cenote Ik Kil.

Are there bathrooms at the cenotes?

Things to know before visiting Gran Cenote There are bathrooms, changing rooms, and lockers on the premises. There is a cost to use the lockers, but it's worth it if you're carrying any valuables.

Can you wear makeup in a cenote?

Avoid the use of makeup, perfumes or repellents with chemicals that may affect the ecosystem of the cenotes; you will take a shower before entering the first cenote.

Can non swimmers go in cenotes?

Non swimmers can wade to the other side of the cave where they can walk around a natural open hole to the jungle above. Snorkelers can swim around the edges of the cenote, viewing depths up to 10 meters. Be careful to always keep an eye on the solid rock ceiling above so as to not bump your head.

How much does it cost to swim in a cenote?

How much does Gran Cenote cost? Unlike some less popular cenotes, Gran Cenote is definitely on the pricier side- 500 pesos (or $25 USD) per person, which includes a snorkeling set and life jacket rental.

How many bodies are in the Sacred Cenote?

To this day, over 200 bodies, jewels, ceramics and gold pieces have been found as part of the archaeological findings in the cenote. The Sacred Cenote is one of the cenotes that has held the most tributes and sacrifices.

Is cenote water healing?

The water is fresh and so clean that even your hair and skin feel different after taking a dip. It has been said that the waters possess healing properties. Perhaps it is the tranquility and nature that heal as well!

Why are cenotes so clean?

Quintana Roo cenotes are a tourist attraction of sorts because they stay so clean due to the natural filtration process and thanks to the plants inside. In fact, the abundance of plant life in the Mayan jungle helps clean out all impurities before they even reach the surface.

What is so special about cenotes?

Importance of the cenotes in Maya culture The cenotes for the Maya culture have been a symbol of duality since they represented life and death. They were a water source for the Maya cities and represented the gateway to the world of the dead: the Xibalbá.