What should I prepare for cenote?

Prepare for Your Trip to the Cenotes! To fully appreciate and experience the cenotes, you will need a bathing suit, snorkel gear, a towel, and snacks. It is not unusual to pack a lunch and spend the entire day exploring the jungle and the water. Bring some bug spray just in case you venture off the beaten path.



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A good tip is to wear your swimsuit from the moment you leave your room or hotel. This will help to speed up the change of clothes at the cenote. There's no need for fancy outfits. Natural Sunscreen/ Insect repellent: You are in the middle of the jungle.

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Also, you cannot wear regular sunscreen or bug repellent when visiting the cenotes. You MUST wear an organic, reef friendly sunscreen from companies like Sun Bum.

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The water is fresh and so clean that even your hair and skin feel different after taking a dip. It has been said that the waters possess healing properties. Perhaps it is the tranquility and nature that heal as well!

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Avoid the use of makeup, perfumes or repellents with chemicals that may affect the ecosystem of the cenotes; you will take a shower before entering the first cenote.

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Floating in a cenote like IK KIL can create a sense of weightlessness, calming the mind and body. Skin Health: The mineral-rich waters can exfoliate and nourish the skin, leading to improved texture and appearance. Conditions like eczema and psoriasis may benefit from the soothing properties of cenote waters.

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Best Time to Visit Cenote Suytun If you want to avoid the crowds, head there right when they open at 9am, or an hour before they close at 4pm. Another tip to avoid the crowds is to visit on a weekday instead of a weekend. If you want to get a Cenote Suytun sunbeam photo, it's the strongest in the afternoon.

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Things to know before visiting Gran Cenote There are bathrooms, changing rooms, and lockers on the premises. There is a cost to use the lockers, but it's worth it if you're carrying any valuables.

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Unlike the ocean where there can be big waves or a strong undertow, cenotes are closed off – within caves – that protect the calm, azure waters from the elements. This typically makes them an ideal spot for a restful swimming experience.

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The water temperature in the cenotes is around 77°-78° Fahrenheit or 25°-26° Celsius. You will get colder than you think while cenote diving.

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This week, tourists have been warned to take precautions when visiting cenotes in the Mexican-Caribbean, after E Coli bacteria were found in 6 of the most-visited spots. The cenotes with the highest rate of bacterial infection were found in Tulum, at the Cristal, Calavera and Casa Cenotes.

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Swimming or snorkeling in a cenote offers a truly unique experience found only in Mexico. These natural sinkholes provide an opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of fresh water snorkeling amidst the lush jungle surroundings.

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How Deep Are Cenotes? One average cenotes are pretty deep – about 8-15 meters (49ft). Cenote the Pit is the deepest in Quintana Roo with its spectacular 119 m / 391 ft of depth. Cenotes dives are reserved for skilled divers only and the depth they can reach should be not more than 40 m (131 ft ).

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