

Best for intermediate divers, Up to 10m, shore entry, mild current.
Cenote Dos Palmas is a freshwater cave system located near Akumal. This shore-entry site features depths reaching 10 metres, with a mild current throughout the passages. The site is characterised by an overhead environment that requires careful buoyancy control to avoid entanglement in the cave structure. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 10 to 100 metres. Due to the restricted nature of the cave, this site is suited for intermediate divers with advanced certification. Divers should carry both primary and backup torches, as light penetration decreases rapidly in the inner sections. Facilities on site include parking and toilets.
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Park on site and use the toilet facilities before entering, as there are no other amenities nearby. Carry a primary and backup torch even at these shallow depths, since light penetration drops quickly in the inner sections of the cave.
Located approximately 48 km south of Playa del Carmen. A 2.5 km dirt road leads from the highway to the cenote and parking.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 10m
Visibility
10-100m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, French angelfish, great barracuda, and various species of stingrays and moray eels.
No, this site is for intermediate divers. Advanced certification is required due to the overhead cave environment and potential for entanglement.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 10 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive located 2500 metres from the coast.
The site is primarily used for diving due to the overhead cave environment and depth requirements.
Diving at Cenote Dos Palmas in Playa del Carmen requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cenote Dos Palmas in Playa del Carmen. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Cenote Dos Palmas in Playa del Carmen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cenote Dos Palmas in Playa del Carmen typically ranges from 10 metres to 100 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.