Four ways you may find them
Their visible form depends on how much limestone has collapsed or remains overhead. The classification helps anticipate light, steps, space and access; it does not replace an on-site safety assessment.
Open
The vault has largely collapsed, leaving the water open to the sky.
Semi-open
Part of the vault remains, creating areas of light and shade.
Cavern
The water lies inside a cavity with a visible entrance.
Underground
The experience takes place below ground and often involves steps or more demanding access.
Before entering
- Shower when requested and avoid sunscreen, repellent or products that may pollute the water.
- Wear a life jacket where required and follow local operator guidance.
- Do not touch stone formations or remove anything from the site.
- Ask before photographing people, ceremonies or community spaces.
- Take back what you brought and reduce single-use waste.
What Cenote Scout can tell you
We organise reported information about prices, hours, facilities, access and crowding. We show source and verification status. We do not guarantee that a site is open, suitable for a specific person or unchanged on the day of your visit.
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