Casa Cenote

Casa Cenote Tulum: Mangrove Water Beside the Caribbean

Casa Cenote, also called Cenote Manatí, is an open-air, river-like cenote in Tankah, north of central Tulum. Clear mixed fresh and salt water winds through mangrove roots before connecting underground with the Caribbean. The beach sits literally across the road, so you can swim in both places in one short stop.

Snorkeling, Paddling and Lunch Beside the Sea

The long channel supports swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboarding, while its open water also works for introductory and certified dives. Small fish move between the mangrove roots, and the mix of fresh and salt water creates a visible halocline below the surface. A beachfront restaurant gives you a place for grilled fish and margaritas after the water. Among Tulum bars and restaurants, the main draw here is simple: lunch can follow a cenote swim and a sea swim without another drive. It is one of the easier things to do in Tulum if your group wants several water options in one place.

Plan a Daylight Visit and Cross the Road to the Beach

Casa Cenote Tulum is on Carretera Cancún–Tulum Km 246 in Tankah, north of central Tulum. Published venue hours are 9:30am to 8pm Monday through Saturday and 9:30am to 7pm Sunday, but plan water time in daylight. Cenote entry is walk-in, and a guide is not required for a basic swim or snorkel. Free parking is available on site. Check current entry fees and plan your visit on the venue page.