Best for beginner divers, 1-90m, shore entry.
Cenote Azul is a freshwater cenote located near Mahahual and Xcalak, Mexico. The site offers visibility between 30 and 50 metres and depths ranging from 1 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Entry is straightforward from the shore. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers must exercise caution regarding the overhead environment created by cave structures. Divers should remain within open-water zones unless they hold specific cavern or cave qualifications. Facilities on site include showers, toilets, changing rooms, and parking. Water temperatures are consistent, ranging from 26C to 30C throughout the year.
18.64700, -88.41218
Shore entry is straightforward and the site has showers, toilets, changing rooms, and parking on site, so you can travel light. An Open Water certification is required, and because parts of the site involve overhead environments, stay within open-water zones unless you hold a cavern or cave qualification.
Located 10 minutes south of downtown Bacalar. Accessible by car, taxi, or a 15-minute bike ride. There is a free parking lot.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 90m
Visibility
30-50m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
120 min
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though an Open Water certification is required to dive here.
The site ranges from 1 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Entry to the water is from the shore.
The main hazard is the overhead environment created by cave structures. Divers must maintain awareness of their positioning relative to these enclosed areas at all times.
While the site is used for diving, the data provided focuses on diving requirements and does not specify snorkeling availability.
Diving at Cenote Azul in Bacalar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cenote Azul in Bacalar. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Visibility at Cenote Azul in Bacalar typically ranges from 30 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
