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Cenote · Puerto Aventuras, Quintana Roo
Cenote Azul
Group of open-air sinkholes linked by walkways, next to highway 307, near Puerto Aventuras, with shallow areas for children, deep sections and rocks for jumping.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Cenote Azul
Cenote Azul is next to highway 307, around kilometer 266, just south of Puerto Aventuras and neighboring the Cristalino and Jardín del Edén cenotes. It is not the Cenote Azul of Bacalar further south: this is a Riviera Maya cenote about 20 minutes by car from Playa del Carmen.
Instead of a single well, it is a set of open-air natural pools about 200 meters long, connected by wooden walkways and trails through the jungle. Each pool has a different depth, from shallow areas good for children to deep parts with rocks used for jumping.
The water is clear and full of small fish that often nibble lightly at the feet of those who stand still. There are flat stones half-submerged for sitting in the water and more hidden corners under limestone edges that can be explored with a mask.
Because it has so many shallow areas, it is one of the region’s family favorites. Near the entrance there is a small shop with snacks and drinks.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 2 to 3 hours to go through several pools at a relaxed pace.
Best time
Early in the morning, when the water is usually calmer and there are fewer people; on weekends and in high season it gets busier. In the dry season, from December to April, the water is generally clearer.
How to get there
It is next to highway 307, around kilometer 266, a few minutes south of Puerto Aventuras, after the Cristalino and Jardín del Edén cenotes. There is parking beside the entrance. Shared vans between Playa del Carmen and Tulum stop on the highway, a few minutes’ walk away.
Tip
For children, start with the shallow pools near the entrance. Bring a snorkel mask and water shoes and leave regular sunscreen out. Entrance is paid separately: check the current price list.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cenote Azul
Is the Cenote Azul in Puerto Aventuras the same as the one in Bacalar?
No. This Cenote Azul is on the Riviera Maya, on highway 307, near Puerto Aventuras. The Cenote Azul in Bacalar is located in the south of Quintana Roo, more than 250 km away.
Is Cenote Azul good for children?
Yes. It has several shallow pools connected by walkways, as well as deep areas. Even so, children should swim with a life jacket and be accompanied.
Can you combine Cenote Azul with visits to other cenotes?
Yes. Cristalino and Jardín del Edén are a few minutes away, at the same stretch of highway 307. Each charges separate admission.