PLAYA DEL CARMEN SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Three Days, Six Tanks: Venturing the Subterranean Cenotes of Playa del Carmen
A focused, expert-led sequence of six cenote dives over three half-days — this guide explains what to expect, what’s included, and who should sign up.
Three Days, Six Tanks: Venturing the Subterranean Cenotes of Playa del Carmen.
Over three half-days you move from sunlight into the cathedral-like calm of Mexico’s cenotes, completing six dives that thread through crystalline, underground passages and open-water chambers to depths reaching 40 meters — an ideal outing for certified divers seeking structured cave and cavern exploration.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Six Cenote Dives, Three Half-Days
The program delivers six dives spread across three half-days, giving divers the chance to sample a variety of cenote environments — from clear cavern swims to deeper cave passages — under a full cave dive guide.
A Roster of Famous Cenotes
Daily dives rotate among well-known cenotes — examples listed for the program include Chikin Ha, Eden, Dos Ojos, Angelita, Car Wash and many others — providing a wide variety of underground topography and light conditions.
Guide, Tanks and On-Route Logistics Included
The package includes air tanks, weights, a full cave dive guide, water and snacks; transport is arranged from Dive Mike to the cenotes and back to the shop.
What the day feels like
What the Three Half-Days Feel Like
Mornings begin at the dive shop, then you’re driven to nearby sinkholes where you and your guide make controlled descents into glassy water, move through siphons or wide caverns, and surface at daylight-cut openings — all paced across three focused half-day blocks to complete six dives in total.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a swimsuit, towel and plenty of good spirits; sunscreen is not allowed at the cenotes.
Included: air tanks, weights, full cave dive guide, water and snacks; Not included: equipment rental, NITROX and the cenote entrance fee (entrance fees start at 400 Mexican Pesos and vary by cenote).
Expect a water temperature around 25ºC / 77ºF and average diving depths near 10 meters (maximum depths to about 40 meters at deeper cenotes).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many dives are included?
The package includes six dives completed over three half-days.
What certification do I need?
Participants must hold an Open Water Diver certification or higher; some cenotes require an Advanced Scuba Diver level.
Are entrance fees included in the price?
No — cenote entrance fees are paid directly at the dive center and vary by cenote, starting at 400 Mexican Pesos.
Is equipment rental or Nitrox included?
Equipment rental and Nitrox are not included in the package.
When and where do I check in?
Check-in is at 8:00 AM at the dive shop (Dive Mike) in Quintana Roo, Mexico.
What are the typical water temperature and depths?
Water temperature is around 25ºC / 77ºF; average depth is about 10 meters with maximum depths up to 40 meters at some cenotes.
How do I contact the operator for bookings or questions?
Contact Dive Mike via their website contact form, telephone +52 984 803 1228, WhatsApp +52 984 235 0817, or e-mail [email protected].