Casa Cenote
Dive Into Tulum’s Freshwater Playground
Casa Cenote is one of the most unique and accessible dive sites in the Riviera Maya. Located just a few minutes from central Tulum, this open, sunlit cenote offers the perfect introduction to cenote diving for beginners — and a surprisingly rich and rewarding experience for more advanced divers too. At Flying Fish Tulum, we use Casa Cenote for everything from PADI Discover Scuba Diving programs to fun dives for certified Open Water and Advanced divers.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable freshwater dive that combines lush jungle surroundings, stunning visibility, and incredible biodiversity, Casa Cenote is the perfect place to start.
Suitable for: All Levels
Max depth: 8m (26ft)
Daylight: ☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️ (5/5)
Claustrophobia: 😱 (1/5)
Overhead: 10%
Halocline: ✅
H2S: n/a
Speleothems: 🤙 (1/5)
Snorkeler friendly: Yes 🤿
Location & Access
Casa Cenote is located just 10–15 minutes north of central Tulum, in the Tankah Tres area, directly off the Tulum–Cancún highway. This unique open-air cenote sits right at the edge of the Caribbean Sea, surrounded by lush mangroves and jungle. Its easy access and proximity to town make it one of the most popular cenote dives in Tulum.
Dive Profile & Water Characteristics
Casa Cenote is wide, shallow, and open to the sky — ideal for divers of all levels.
Maximum depth: ~6–8 meters (20–25 feet)
Certification level: All levels — ideal for Discover Scuba Diving, Open Water, and Advanced Open Water divers
Water type: Brackish (freshwater and saltwater mix), creating spectacular halocline layers
Visibility: Often 20–30 meters (60–100+ feet)
Dive time: Typically 40 minutes to 1 hour
Water Temperature: 25–30°C (77–86°F)
Who Is Casa Cenote For?
First-time divers: Casa Cenote is our top recommendation for PADI Discover Scuba Diving. Calm, shallow conditions make it ideal for learning the basics in a natural environment — no pool required.
Open Water divers: Certified divers enjoy practicing buoyancy control, exploring light-filled swim-throughs, and experiencing the mesmerizing halocline.
Advanced divers: While shallow, Casa Cenote’s beauty, biodiversity, and light effects offer a relaxing yet visually stunning dive, even for seasoned divers.
Recommended Cenote Diving Packages
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Casa Cenote + Dos Ojos
Suitable for Open Water Certified Divers.
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Casa Cenote + Dos Ojos x2
Suitable for Open Water Certified Divers.
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Casa Cenote + Car Wash
Suitable for Open Water Certified Divers.
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Angelita, Car Wash + Casa Cenote
Suitable for Advanced Open Water Divers.
