Dive into the depths of two of Mexico's most captivating cenotes with Deep Life. From Angelita’s haunting acid cloud to the vibrant algae and lilies of Car Wash, this unique underwater journey offers stunning sights and expert guidance.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical condition with experience in deep and cave diving.
Wildlife
History
Cenotes were sacred sites for the ancient Maya, often considered gateways to the underworld and vital freshwater sources.
Conservation
Tours emphasize responsible interaction and use eco-friendly practices to protect fragile underwater ecosystems.
Deep Life
Dive into the depths of two of Mexico's most captivating cenotes with Deep Life. From Angelita’s haunting acid cloud to the vibrant algae and lilies of Car Wash, this unique underwater journey offers stunning sights and expert guidance.
Deep Life is a scuba diving operator based in Cancún, Quintana Roo, offering training courses, guided dives, and multi-day packages across the Riviera Maya.
The company runs the SSI Open Water Diver Course in Cancún with two-day training, digital learning, and small group sizes suitable for beginners and families. Deep Life also operates reef and wreck dives in Puerto Morelos, two-tank reef dives in Cancún's National Marine Park, and specialized referral dives to complete certifications.
Cenote diving is a core focus: Deep Life leads trips to Chac Mool and Kukulkan, Carwash and Calavera, Taj Ma Ha, Dreamgate, and other cenotes featuring caverns, stalactites, sunbeam light displays, and unique air-domes. Several cenote trips include a light lunch, full scuba gear, and hotel transportation. For advanced and certified divers, packages such as Package 1 (Parrotfish) and Package 2 (Lionfish) combine cenote dives, Cozumel reefs, wrecks, and additional days of guided diving.
Safety and personalized instruction are emphasized through small group sizes, personal instructors, and full equipment provision. Deep Life accommodates referral students completing Open Water certifications with guided dives and beach sessions. Boats used for reef dives are described as fast and spacious to reach park sites efficiently.
All offerings listed include clear trip formats—number of dives, included gear, and meals where specified—helping divers choose experiences that match skill level and interest. Deep Life operates entirely in Cancún and nearby dive sites in Quintana Roo.
Trips include SSI certification courses, guided reef and wreck dives, cenote exploration, and multi-day dive packages available.
Location
Cancún, Quintana Roo
Base in Cancún; dive sites nearby
Tours Offered
11 Trips
Cenotes, reefs, wrecks and packages
Certification
SSI Open Water
Two-day course with digital learning
Group Size
Small groups
Personal instructors and focused guidance
Reserve SSI courses, cenote dives, reef or wreck trips with small groups, full gear, and hotel pick-up.
Certification Required
Participants must hold an advanced open water diving certification to safely navigate both cenotes.
Hydrogen Sulfide Layer
At Angelita, be prepared to encounter the sulfur cloud around 30 meters deep; maintain buoyancy control to experience it safely.
Seasonal Visibility
Water clarity can vary seasonally; summer and early fall typically provide optimum visibility at Car Wash.
Dress Appropriately
Wear a full wetsuit to maintain warmth, as cenote water temps hover near 79°F (26°C) year-round.
Full Wetsuit
Protects from cooler water and offers thermal insulation for long dives.
Underwater Dive Light
Crucial for illuminating dark sections of the cenotes and navigating through caves.
Cenote-Approved Regulator
Special regulators designed for freshwater cave diving to prevent free-flow.
Mask with Wide Field of View
Improves visibility to fully appreciate the stunning underwater formations.