Dive into the surreal underwater world of Tajma Ha Cenote with Always Diving & Water Sports. This guided cavern dive near Cancún reveals striking light effects, halocline tunnels, and ancient Mayan wildlife.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Divers should be in good physical shape to handle extended dives and travel time.
Wildlife
History
The cenote’s original name, Taj Mahal, was inspired by its magnificent architectural-like formations, later renamed Tajma Ha to reflect its significance in Mayan culture as a sacred water place.
Conservation
Strict guidelines protect the fragile cave environment, including no-touch policies and limits on diver groups to minimize ecological impact.
Always Diving & Water Sports
Dive into the surreal underwater world of Tajma Ha Cenote with Always Diving & Water Sports. This guided cavern dive near Cancún reveals striking light effects, halocline tunnels, and ancient Mayan wildlife.
Always Diving & Water Sports is a dive operator based in Cancún, Quintana Roo, offering a wide range of guided dives, snorkeling tours and PADI certification courses. From reef dives and wreck explorations to freshwater cenote systems, the company lists multiple cenote trips such as Tajma Ha, Dream Gates, Dos Ojos, Angelita, Pit and Car Wash. Open water and advanced training options appear among their course offerings, including PADI Scuba Diver, Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver and Divemaster Certification.
Day trips to Cozumel, whale shark snorkeling and bull shark diving are included alongside specialty activities like night dives, lionfish hunting and the Minesweeper wreck dive. For visitors seeking short introductions, Discovery Diving and snorkeling in Cancún are available. The business also bundles multi-dive options under several dive packages.
All trips depart from Cancún or Riviera Maya depending on the specific itinerary, with several dives listed as “From Cancun” or “From Riviera Maya.” Booking options cover single dives, multi-dive packages and full certification tracks. Trip names and offerings are published on The Adventure Collective listing for clear reference.
This presentation focuses on factual trip availability and course types. Travelers should consult the operator directly for up-to-date schedules, equipment rental details, certification prerequisites and safety protocols prior to booking.
Additional listed experiences include Night Dive, Pit Cenote Dive, Angelita Cenote Dive, Minesweeper Wreck Dive, Lionfish Hunting and Whale Shark Snorkeling, covering guided reef dives, cenote exploration, wreck visits and marine wildlife encounters for a broad range of interests.
Location
Cancún, Quintana Roo
Base of operations in Cancún
Tours Offered
28 trips
Cenotes, reefs and certifications
Certifications
PADI courses
Open Water to Divemaster
Specialties
Cenote & shark dives
Unique local experiences
Compare itineraries, confirm departure points and book directly via the operator listing on The Adventure Collective to secure available dates.
Certification Required
Only certified Open Water divers or higher should book this trip due to the technical nature of cavern diving.
Stay Hydrated Before Diving
Drink plenty of water before the dive since the day involves physical exertion and exposure to tropical heat.
Wear Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect yourself and local ecosystems by choosing environmentally friendly sunscreen for before and after the dive.
Respect the Cavern Environment
Avoid touching formations and disturbing wildlife to help preserve the cenote’s pristine condition.
Wetsuit (3-5mm)
Provides thermal protection for cooler underwater temperatures and comfort during dives.
Underwater Flashlight
Necessary for illuminating dark cavern sections and appreciating geological formations.
Mask and Snorkel
Essential for clear vision and surface breathing during transit in water.
Fins
Improves propulsion and maneuverability inside the cavern tunnels.