Is Cenote Dos Ojos worth it?
Is Cenote Dos Ojos worth it?
Cenote Dos Ojos rightfully gets great reviews, and offer something for swimmers, divers and snorkelers (we weren’t diving that day). Unlike our visit to Cenote Cristalino, which we visited the last time we were in Playa, Cenote Dos Ojos requires walking down into its depth to access the water.
Can you snorkel in Dos Ojos?
Dos Ojos is one of the most famous cenotes not only to scuba dive but also to snorkel in the Mexican Riviera Maya. The temperature of 75°F (24°C) all year long is refreshing when swimming there after visiting other places in the area of Tulum, like the mayan ruins of Tulum.
Why is it called Dos Ojos?
Dos Ojos gets its name from two caverns close together but connected by a common area. This natural set up makes for two perfect 45 to 50 minute shallow dives.
How deep is Cenote Dos Ojos?
119.1 meters
Dos Ojos contains the deepest known cave passage in Quintana Roo with 119.1 meters (391 ft) of depth located at “The Pit” discovered in 1996 by cave explorers who came all the way from the main entrance some 1,500 meters (4,900 ft) away….
Sistema Dos Ojos | |
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Entrances | 28 cenotes |
Difficulty | Advanced cave diving |
Is the water cold in cenotes?
1. – Is the water in a cenote cold? On average it is usually 75°F, which may seem cold, but believe me that in spring, summer, and autumn in the Riviera Maya, it will hardly be enough to cool you off from the heat that is usually between 100°F and 107°F.
What creatures live in cenotes?
Therefore, cenotes are inhabited by fish species such as Poeciliids, Cichlids, Caracid, Pimelodid, and the Synbranchid, which are species used to living in these types of stable environments. Cenotes are unique and beautiful environments that can be enjoyed by people and fishes alike.
How old is Cenote Dos Ojos?
7,000-year-old
Known as a top diving site in the Yucatan Peninsula, Cenote Dos Ojos (Two Eyes Cenote) boasts about 300 miles (483 kilometers) of connected underwater passageways, creating a natural cave system. Divers can explore its nearly 7,000-year-old caves and underground rivers.
How cold are cenotes?
Are there crocodiles in Mexican cenotes?
No they are not. There is one small gator – not crocodile at casa cenote. His name is Panchito. He likes to chill in one specific area on a rock sun bathing and is sometimes found in the water as well.
Why is Dos Ojos Cenote famous?
This cenote’s name, which means “Two Eyes” in Spanish, refers to its two separate pools that lead into a large cavern of incredibly clear water. At more than 40 miles long, Dos Ojos is the largest underwater cave system in the state and among the most popular and adventurous dive spots on the entire Riviera Maya.
How much does Gran Cenote cost?
300 pesos
The cenote welcomes visitors from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Entrance to the cenote costs 300 pesos (or about $15). This does not cover any equipment rentals.
What city is Cenote Dos Ojos in?
Tulum
Cenote Dos Ojos is located north of Tulum off Highway 307. It’s approximately 10 miles south of Aktun-Chen and about 12 miles north of Tulum’s town center.