Cenote Cristalino

It is a freshwater cenote that is perfect for practicing open water skills for courses that require shallow water. It has a maximum depth of 9m. There is also a cave in this centoe but this section is only available to dive in for specially certified cave divers.

Generally most small freshwater fish, some turtles and diverse underwater flora which are found in cenotes along the Rivera Maya.

Level

Level

  • Beginner
  • Advanced
Visibility

Visibility

  • 31 m
Current

Current

  • Light Current
  • No Current
  • Strong Current
DIVE TYPES

DIVE TYPES

  • Snorkel Diver

Temperature & Visibility

Wildlife Diversity

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