Cenote Diving at Dream Gates with Always Diving & Water Sports
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Diving fitness required; good buoyancy control and comfortable swimming skills essential.
Overview
Discover the mystical underwater world at Dream Gates Cenote near Cancun. This unique cave diving adventure unveils stunning limestone formations and crystal-clear waters—an experience unlike any other.
Dream Gates Cenote Dive (From Cancun)
Starting at MXN$4300 l 10 Hours l Ages 10+
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About This Adventure
Dream Gates Features a Cave with Thousands of Amazing Stalactites & Stalagmites!
Rates
Certified Diver (Ages 10+): MXN$4300
Duration
10 Hours
About
Dream Gates features a cave with thousands of amazing stalactites and stalagmites which may be visited all year round. The cenote has a depth of 1-6 m/3-20 feet; visibility of 50-80 m/164-262 feet; and an average water temperature of 26 °C or 79 °F. This dark cavern requires excellent diving skills and the use of diving torchlight to illuminate the dark surroundings.
Requirements
- Open Water Scuba Certification (or higher)
- At least 10 years old
Included
- All scuba equipment & tanks
- Lamps & underwater flashlights
- English speaking guides
- Bottled water
- Breakfast & lunch
- Transportation from our facility to the Cenote and drop-off at your hotel (within Cancun hotel zone)
What to Expect
- Dream Gates Cenote is comprised of a series of shallow horizontal caverns that start and finish at the same place. It has two permanent cave routes, one of which leads upstream and another downstream. Inherently different from one another, they can both be accessed in either direction (clockwise or counterclockwise).
- The upstream cavern line starts and ends at the platform and naturally adorned by thousands of beautiful and intricate formations. During the descent, divers may encounter unique fish species like the ghost fish, blind cave fish, and the albino. At the heart of the cavern zone is an air dome with an astounding display of stalactites dangling from the ceiling; passing through the water surface and reflecting in it. -This phenomenal cenote is so incredible that it was featured on the BBC Documentary Planet Earth: Caves on Yucatan.
Shuttle Service Information
- Pickup & drop-off schedule & locations vary on where you stay
- Pickup at 6:00 AM at the Alwaysdiving facility
Adventure Tips
Bring Waterproof Lighting
A powerful torch or underwater light enhances visibility and captures stunning photos in the cenote’s dark tunnels.
Dive with a Guide
Always book with a certified guide who knows the cenotes for safety and to enhance your experience.
Check Equipment in Advance
Ensure your gear, especially your wetsuit and mask, fits well before the dive to avoid discomfort underground.
Plan for Aquatic Safety
Stay within your skill level, and communicate clearly with your dive buddy or instructor.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Tiny fish species that inhabit the crystal waters
- Bats that roost in some cave ceilings
History
Cenotes have served as water sources and sacred sites for the ancient Mayans, who believed they connected worlds.
Conservation
Operators emphasize minimal environmental impact, adhering to strict guidelines to preserve these delicate formations.
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Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Protects against cool cenote waters and provides buoyancy.
summer specific
Underwater Camera
Capturing the surreal formations and clear waters makes for memorable photos.
Torch or Dive Light
Illuminates dark tunnels and highlights the features of the cave.
Dive Mask
Ensures clear vision underwater, especially in low-light areas.