Cenote diving is one of the more unique experiences a certified SCUBA diver can have, as it offers a look into an ancient world, nearly untouched by all the years that have come after its formation. Many of these underground cave systems are still being discovered today, as the limestone surface of the Earth continues to erode and reveal these hidden caverns, which provides a wealth of opportunities for experienced and novice divers alike to see first-hand the shaping and little-changed environment concealed beneath an otherwise ordinary landscape.
As most cenotes are freshwater cisterns, there is usually little in the way of aquatic life, at least when compared to that of marine environments. However, Casa Cenote, also known as Cenote Manatee, is directly connected with the ocean, giving divers a chance to see freshwater and saltwater worlds collide. Within this cenote is a very distinct halocline, and marine fish species are abundant. Interesting limestone fissures and formations are one of the main attractions here, while the halocline and light filtering in from above make for a brilliant light show. Check out this incredible video tour of Casa Cenote in the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, which is easily accessible to virtually everyone with a large number of cheap flights that service the region.
Not sure which cenote but we dove in one in Riviera Maya and it was pretty amazing!
Next time I’m planning a whale shark trip, cenote and Cozumel drift dive… The perfect Mexican riviera trifecta!
And amazing food too
I haven’t dove it, just snorkeled, wonderful place!
Did two other cenotes which were pretty amazing, but this one is spectacular! Great video.
I have. It’s an incredible and very precision dive. (No room for error)
I have and viewed an alligator (or croc) above me sunning itself in mangrove roots. Awesome dive.
Not yet, but maybe later this month…..
I did my Discover Scuba there a few years ago – it was unreal, I’ll never forget it!
Dived Dos Ojos Cenote on my birthday last year….now I have to dive the rest of them! One of the most magical experiences of my life…
wonderfull
What was that about alligator or croc at Manatee Cenote? Snorkeled there a number of years and haven’t seen any.