cenotes.com · Directory
Dive-site directory listing Chan-hol and reporting 300 feet+ visibility for the cenote group.
Dive Spot Guide•
Cenote Chan Hol
Advanced cave cenote with white tunnels near Tulum.
Scuba DivingShoreAdvanced
CaveCenote
Local operator required
Local cave guiding and land access coordination are standard.
Experienced cave divers only; long overhead passages, fragile line work, and a restricted cenote entrance south of Tulum.
About Cenote Chan Hol
Cenote Chan Hol is a restricted overhead cave system south of Tulum, known for brilliant white tunnels, decorated chambers, and a long underground route that rewards precise buoyancy, good line discipline, and comfort in fragile overhead passage. It feels more like moving through a limestone gallery than a standard cenote swim, with limited natural light and a steady pace mattering more than open-water style swimming.
•
Research Estimate At Cenote Chan Hol
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 90m
AccessChallenging entry effort
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Cenote Chan Hol?
This spotNearby spots
Community sourced coordinates.
Cenote Chan Hol Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
9m - 15m
Depth Note
Public sources place the halocline around 9m, with dive depths around 10m and maximum depths near 13-15m depending on the line.
Best Season
Year-round; cave conditions are stable and not surf-dependent.
Typical Conditions
White limestone tunnels, decorated passage, tight intersections, and sections that can silt easily.
Safety & Access At Cenote Chan Hol
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Use overhead-environment protocols, tight buoyancy, and line discipline in silty or delicate sections.
Access Restrictions
Full Cave certification required; the cave has a restricted entrance and delicate overhead passages.
Legal Notes
Entrance fees and landowner rules apply; cave conservation and no-impact protocols are expected.
Local Intel For Cenote Chan Hol
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Long cave penetrations, white tunnels, decorated passage, and T-intersections make this a technical overhead dive.
Freedive
Not suitable for casual freediving because this is an overhead cave dive.
Snorkel
Not a snorkel site; the experience is a technical overhead cave dive.
Cenote Chan Hol Dive Conditions Planner
Use the planner to scan this week, inspect today in local time, and understand how exposure shapes conditions at Cenote Chan Hol.
Current Snapshot
No data
🌥️Variable
Sunrise
No data
Time
No data
Sunset
No data
Surface / Entry
Wind No data · Tide No data
Sea State
Swell No data · Period unavailable
Visibility Outlook
Rain chance No data
Wind
No data
Swell
No data
Exposure Profile at Cenote Chan Hol
Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Exposure Note
Hourly forecast data is not available yet.
Wildlife at Cenote Chan Hol
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Cenote Chan Hol
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
No Dive Logs Yet
Be the first to log a dive at this spot and share your experience!
Dive Spot Log Averages At Cenote Chan Hol
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility90m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
Loading nearby spots...
Cenote Chan Hol Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Cenote Chan Hol Guide - Sources and Updates
Last Updated
Research Sources
journals.plos.org · Academic
Scientific paper placing the halocline around 9m and maximum depth around 13m in the Chan Hol cave.
www.underthejungle.com · Operator
Chan Hol cave dive page with location south of Tulum, brilliant white tunnels, and delicate speleothems.
Know this site? Improve Spot Details.
