What is a "cenote"?

The cavernous formations according to investigations, caused by a meteorite million years ago have created through the time an underground world. A unique labyrynth of underground rivers,natural wells or cenotes ,and caves were where the Mayans in ancient times carried out their rituals.

Nowadays a great number of cenotes (or natural wells)are open to the public. It is allowed to swim, to snorkel and even to scuba dive inside its caverns (only for experienced divers).

Don`t you miss this great experience, swimming in a fresh and cool water, watching stalactits and stalagmits sorrounded by a deep green still virgin tropical jungle.

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Steps in the formation of a cenote

The fresh water of a cenote is crystal clear and around 78°F all year round. The caverns and caves of a cenote are highly decorated with stalactites (hang from the ceiling) and stalagmites. These delicate thin structures or in some instances massive columns abound in the secret depths of the cenote. The varying colors of the sediments and the walls supply every single cenote with a distinctive painting. And looking back at the entrance you will see the amazing interplay of light and water.