CANCÚN AIR ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Under the Twin Eyes: Cavern Diving Dos Ojos from Cancún
A nine‑hour, two‑tank cavern dive for certified divers (ages 10+) into the twin‑entrance Dos Ojos system; this guide explains logistics, what to expect, and safety requirements.
Under the Twin Eyes: Cavern Diving Dos Ojos from Cancún.
Dos Ojos—literally “two eyes”—is a pair of cavern entrances that converge into a vast underground river and cave network on the Riviera Maya. The site sits within a short drive of Playa del Carmen, Akumal and Tulum and offers shallow cavern passages (maximum depth ~10 m) and year‑round 25 °C water that make it ideal for guided two‑tank dives through stalactite‑lined rooms and tunnels that form part of one of the planet’s longest known cave systems.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Twin Caverns That Look Like Eyes
Dos Ojos’ two cavern entrances—so named for their eye‑like openings—begin and end in the same area while revealing distinctly different passages and chambers, offering an immediate sense of entering an ancient, underwater karst landscape.
A Labyrinth in the Top Ten of Global Cave Systems
The Dos Ojos network links dozens of cenotes and has been explored into scores of underwater roadways—currently leading to dozens of connected cenotes and many kilometers of mapped passages—making it one of the longest cave systems known to divers.
Shallow, Guided Cavern Dives for Certified Divers
With a maximum depth around 10 meters and a steady water temperature near 25 °C, Dos Ojos is suited to guided cavern diving: two‑tank dives tailored to guests’ skill levels and supervised with a low diver‑to‑instructor ratio.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
The day begins at the operator’s facility and proceeds by shuttle to the sinkhole before a pair of focused cavern dives. Guides equip the group with lamps and dive gear, lead two underwater explorations through the eye‑like entrances and into vaulted caverns rimmed with stalactites and columns, and return divers to the surface for on‑site meals and eventual hotel drop‑off in Cancún.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All scuba equipment and tanks, lamps and underwater flashlights, English‑speaking guides, bottled water, breakfast and lunch, and transportation from the operator’s facility to the cenote with hotel drop‑off in the Cancún hotel zone are provided.
Pickup and drop‑off schedules vary by accommodation; the operator lists a 6:00 AM pickup at the Always Diving facility as a standard start point for the trip.
Bring your valid dive certification card; lamps and dive equipment are supplied by the operator, but plan for a swimsuit, towel, and any personal medications or accessories you prefer.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The full experience is a nine‑hour outing.
What is the price for certified divers?
Certified divers (ages 10+) are charged MXN$4100.
What are the age and certification requirements?
Participants must be at least 10 years old and hold an Open Water scuba certification or higher.
When and where do we meet?
Pickup and drop‑off locations vary by accommodation; a standard pickup time is 6:00 AM at the Always Diving facility.
What is included in the trip price?
The trip includes all scuba equipment and tanks, lamps, English‑speaking guides, bottled water, breakfast and lunch, and transportation from the operator’s facility to the cenote with return drop‑off in the Cancún hotel zone.
How large are the dive groups?
Groups are limited so that each instructor supervises no more than four divers at a time.
What are the diving conditions like?
Dives are relatively shallow (maximum depth about 10 meters) with an average water temperature near 25 °C (77 °F), suitable for guided cavern exploration.