{"id":2308,"date":"2018-05-18T11:25:19","date_gmt":"2018-05-18T11:25:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kooxdiving.com\/en\/?p=2308"},"modified":"2024-07-12T03:51:22","modified_gmt":"2024-07-12T03:51:22","slug":"top-5-cenotes-for-snorkelling-in-riviera-maya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kooxdiving.com\/en\/top-5-cenotes-for-snorkelling-in-riviera-maya\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Cenotes For Snorkelling In Riviera Maya"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Top 5 Cenotes For Snorkelling In Riviera Maya<\/h1>\n

Cenotes are an amazing part of the eco-system in the Riviera Maya \u2013 some are located in caves and others are exposed to sun and air after the roofs have collapsed. The classification of the cenote is related to its age \u2013 mature cenotes are completely open to the sky. And the youngest are those which still have an intact overhead dome. Cenotes are often surrounded by lush vegetation making them so appealing for underwater exploration. Here\u2019s a review of the top 5 cenotes for snorkelling in Riviera Maya:<\/p>\n

1. Gran Cenote<\/h2>\n

\"Grand<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll find this well-known spectacular cenote just a couple of miles from Tulum and it\u2019s perfect for scuba diving and snorkelling. The cenote has wonderful natural light \u2013 showcasing stalagmites and stalactites, and crystal clear water. It consists of over 130 cenotes meandering through the jungle floor and connected by wooden walkways. You can enjoy Riviera Maya diving here<\/a>, but the water is so clear you can actually see the fish swimming without any equipment!<\/p>\n

Snorkelers can enjoy spending time at the sandy area at the bottom of the stairs, or exploring formations in the shallow waters as the fish and turtles swim by.<\/p>\n

2. Casa Cenote<\/h2>\n

\"Casa<\/p>\n

Casa cenote features a long canal that winds away from the ocean \u2013 it\u2019s separated by a small strip of land from the sea \u2013 and the location is easy to get to from Tulum. On a sunny day you can see all the way to the bottom through crystal clear waters, making it appear much shallower than it actually is. Snorkelling here is a real treat as you can see mangrove roots reaching down into the water, plenty of marine life\u2013 and you can explore the cenote and the ocean<\/a> without having to walk.<\/p>\n

The mixture of warm sea water and cool fresh water of the cenote forma a halocline \u2013 creating wonderful lighting and visual effects. Huge rocks overgrown with mosses and green algae decorate the bottom \u2013 a perfect destination for snorkelling throughout the whole year.<\/p>\n

3. Dos Ojos<\/h2>\n