

Best for intermediate divers, 5-11m, shore entry, mild current.
Cenote Chan Hol is a freshwater cave system near Tulum, Mexico, offering a technical diving experience for intermediate divers. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 11 metres with a mild current. Visibility is highly variable, shifting from 5 to 100 metres depending on diver movement and sediment disturbance. Proper buoyancy control and frog kick technique are essential to maintain water clarity and avoid contact with delicate cave structures. A halocline may be present, which can cause a noticeable temperature drop. The site is accessible from the shore and includes facilities such as parking, toilets, and air fills. Guided tours are available for those navigating the overhead environment.
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Fin technique matters enormously here: a silt-out can drop visibility to near zero within seconds, so practice your frog kick before entering the restrictions. The site has parking, toilets, and air fills on site, and guided tours are available if you want a local dive guide to lead you through the passages safely.
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Depth
5-11m
Visibility
5-100m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The site supports freshwater cave habitats where you may encounter general freshwater fish and invertebrates adapted to the environment.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers and requires cave certification due to the overhead environment and the need for precise buoyancy control.
The average depth is 10 metres, with the cave system ranging between 5 and 11 metres.
Cenote Chan Hol is accessed via a shore entry.
This site is primarily a cave diving location and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Divers must maintain awareness of the overhead environment at all times. Visibility can drop rapidly due to silt, so careful fin technique is required to avoid contact with cave structures.
Diving at Cenote Chan Hol in Tulum requires the following certifications: Cave. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cenote Chan Hol in Tulum. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Cenote Chan Hol in Tulum typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cenote Chan Hol in Tulum typically ranges from 5 metres to 100 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.