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1-4 people small group visits \u2013 every day<\/small>
\nCave diving certification<\/b> is required for cave diving<\/small>
\nFor private tours, please contact us, so we can provide an exclusive offer for you.<\/small>
\nPrices include:<\/b>
\nTransportation from our dive shop in Tulum or Playa del Carmen<\/small>
\nHigh-quality dive equipment rental: full dive gear set and torches<\/small>
\nPrices are fixed, regardless of the number of people in the group.<\/small><\/p>\nCarwash Cenote Topography<\/h3>\n
Ak Tun Ha is one of the most classic examples of water-filled sinkhole formation. You’ll find that the easy entrance to the water here leads directly into an open, shallower pond area which looks like nothing more than a particularly picturesque lake from the surface. Beneath the waters, however, it’s an entirely different story.
\nHere you will find the vibrant algae formations for which this cenote is known. These are largely responsible for creating the excellent lighting effects you will see here. That’s in addition to the large variety of marine wildlife, such as mollies and other fish species, turtles and even one occasionally-seen little crocodile. There is no overhead environment in this open part of the cenote at all, making it ideal for beginners and snorkeling enthusiasts.
\nMove on from the pond area and you will need to pass through what has been described as the “curtain to the underworld”, an intriguing natural barrier of tree roots and fronds which gently partitions the shallow pond and deeper cave sections.
\nBeyond the curtain, you will find exciting geology, ancient remains and stunningly clear waters. With this excellent visibility, the beautiful caverns of Ak Tun Ha, covered by organic decoration, can be clearly seen as you descend to the fifty-foot depth of this most interesting of cenotes.<\/p>\n
The surface of Carwash Cenote<\/h3>\n
During the summer months, this cenote can look a little cloudy from the surface. But don’t be fooled! The perfect clarity you get at other times of year is only a meter or two down. The cloudy effect is caused by the surface water not circulating and heating up during the hotter months. The upside is that the wondrous fronds of algae will be blooming – these are the perfect conditions for it to grow.
\nAs you swim here, you will see trees and water plants trailing down from above and the water itself will often change color! Usually happening after rain, a yellow or red coloration is not uncommon at many times of the year. Combined with the green of the algae, this makes for a bizarre display even before you think about diving deeper.<\/p>\n
The light effects<\/h3>\n

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You won’t find the same light effects you’ll see in Carwash Cenote elsewhere. Especially during summer, when the cloudy layer of acid and algae fills the water above you, the light which penetrates down from the tropical sun high overhead is reflected from the green algae on the bottom back onto the underlayer of the cloud. It really is one for your must-see list.<\/p>\n
The bottom of the cenote<\/h3>\n
The bottom of this cenote is only three meters deep in the open area and covered in a layer of algae which looks something like you’re floating in the air above a tiny forest.<\/p>\n
Deeper diving in Carwash Cenote<\/h3>\n

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The deeper sections of the underground part of this cenote sink to around fifty feet. The water is crystal clear here and as you move between the two parts of the cenote you will pass through the curtain of tree roots into the first cavern, naturally decorated in colors reminiscent of fall. Beyond that are several other famous rooms – the Room of the Ancient, Adriana’s Room and the Room of Tears being among the best to see – which can all be visited with the proper local guide.<\/p>\n
Carwash Cenote FAQ<\/h3>\n
Q. How deep is the cenote?<\/b>
\nA. Fifty feet at its deepest point, but there is an open much shallower area.
\nQ. What time of day is best to dive the cenote?<\/b>
\nA. You’ll want to be here in daylight to get the full lighting effect, but it can be best to come earlier or later to avoid any potential crowds.
\nQ. Is the cenote freshwater or saltwater?<\/b>
\nA. Freshwater.
\nQ. Can I bring a camera into the cenote?<\/b>
\nA. You not only can, you should! The lighting effects here paired with the flora and fauna and the perfectly see-through waters make for a fantastic photo shoot.<\/p>\nCarwash cenote is a very good place for photography, scuba diving and cave diving!<\/h3>\n

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Recommendations:<\/b>\u00a0We provide with all the necessary equipment for this dive and a if you need a Go PRO camera, please let us know in advance.<\/p>\n
Dive time:<\/b> 40 minutes
\nDepth:<\/b> 50 feet
\nTemperature:<\/b> 78 degrees Fahrenheit
\nTanks:<\/b> 1
\nCertification:<\/b> Open water, or 1 star
\nBathrooms:<\/b> Yes, ecological
\nParking:<\/b> Yes
\nEntrance fee:<\/b> Yes
\nSnorkeling:<\/b> Yes, it’s a nice place for lilies and turtles<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n