Freshwater cenote with stalactites, stair access, and silt-sensitive water.
Freshwater cenote with stalactites, stair access, and silt-sensitive water.
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Cenote Tak Be Lum is a freshwater cenote with dripstone formations and stalactites, reached by stair access and known for a very shallow, silt-sensitive swim area. Careful buoyancy matters because the bottom clouds quickly if disturbed, and the shallow profile keeps the dive calm and controlled.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 6m
Depth Note
Maximum depth reported as 4–6 m; parts are described as very shallow.
Typical Conditions
Very shallow freshwater cenote with dripstone, stalactites, and a silt-sensitive bottom.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Maintain good buoyancy to avoid silting out.
Access Restrictions
Use calm finning and good buoyancy; the shallow floor can silt out quickly.
Legal Notes
Follow cenote rules and keep fins off the bottom.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Very shallow cenote dive where buoyancy control is important to prevent silt-out and maintain visibility.
Freediving
Only the shallow sections are appropriate; buoyancy and body position matter more than speed.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is listed here and works best in the shallow sections; keep fins off the bottom to avoid silt.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Akumal Mexico Diving Guide | DiveJourney | Akumal is a low-key Riviera Maya beach town built around a protected bay and seagrass meadows that attract sea turtles. From shore you can snorkel calm, shallow | Akumal Mexico
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