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Dos Ojos Cenote from Playa del Carmen: What to Know

Dos Ojos is one of the best-known cenotes on the Riviera Maya, 40 to 50 minutes south of Playa. Hours, snorkeling, diving and where to jump instead.

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Dos Ojos is the cenote to choose for snorkeling. It is a destination outing, about 40 to 50 minutes south of Playa del Carmen, so plan a morning for it.

Key takeaways

  • Drive south on Highway 307 toward Tulum. Allow 40 to 50 minutes.
  • The cenote is inside a park, on an unpaved road after the entrance.
  • Hours: 8am to 4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.
  • Entry starts from about MXN 260. Confirm before you go.
  • Snorkeling is the highlight. Guided cavern dives need certification and a guide.
  • Jumping and a zipline are at the nearby Cenote Jaguar, not at Dos Ojos.
Cenote Dos Ojos near Tulum
Dos Ojos.

What to do

Bring a mask and snorkel and spend your time in the water. If you want to dive, book a guided cavern dive and bring your certification.

Snorkeling at Dos Ojos
Snorkeling at Dos Ojos.

If you want to jump

Dos Ojos is not the place for jumps. Go to Cenote Jaguar in the same park, or read cliff jumps at Eden and Azul.

Closer cenotes

If you want a shorter drive, see Cenote Cristalino.

FAQ

How far is Dos Ojos from Playa del Carmen?

About 40 to 50 minutes by car, south on Highway 307 toward Tulum.

What are the Dos Ojos opening hours?

8am to 4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.

Can you scuba dive at Dos Ojos?

Yes, on a guided cavern dive. You need certification and a guide.

Can you jump at Dos Ojos?

No. Jumping and a zipline are at the nearby Cenote Jaguar.

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