Cuevitas
Protected Area
Playa Tortuguera X'cacel-X'cacelito
Why dive here
With 417+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, dolphins, eagle rays and hammerhead sharks - Cuevitas offers some of Yucatán Cenotes's richest reef diving.
Cuevitas, just a short boat ride from Casa Cenote, is exactly what it sounds like – a collection of little caves. It’s a shallow site, topping out around 12 meters, making it a good spot for a relaxed second dive or for those looking for a laid-back experience. We like the swim-throughs here, navigating arches draped in coral, often finding Caribbean spiny lobsters tucked into crevices. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff too, like the shy brotulas or flamefish peeking from the shadows. Visibility averages around 16 meters, which is plenty for exploring these cozy formations.
Typical Cuevitas Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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