Leave Akumal with your expert Daytrip driver for a safe and comfortable trip to the Two Eyes Cenote. After two hours of swimming, snorkeling, or diving, you’ll enjoy a relaxing drive back to your starting point in the same comfortable air-conditioned car.
These twin cenotes resemble vibrant blue eyes, inviting visitors to dive into their cool depths to explore one of the world’s largest underwater cave systems.
What to do
Swim and snorkel in crystal clear waters
Dive the popular “Barbie Line” guided diving route to get up close to incredible underwater stalactites and stalagmites (if certified)
What to see
Nearby partially covered bat cavern where hundreds of local bats nest, protected from the surrounding jungle
Take note
Tickets must be purchased separately, and prices can change seasonally, so call ahead for current booking information
Swimming and snorkeling are open to all, but guided diving courses require a current open water certification
What to bring
Consider waterproof hiking sandals or water shoes for more comfortable navigation around the cenotes
Tickets are usually available at the entrance, but during peak travel months, the cenote can get busy. Booking online ahead of time can save waiting and may offer a small discount. Prices vary seasonally, so checking the latest rates before your visit helps with budgeting. Cash is generally accepted, but cards may work at the main ticket counter.
Two Eyes Cenote sits just about 12 miles (20 km) from Akumal, making it one of the closest cenote experiences in the area. The drive takes around 20 to 25 minutes, leaving you with maximum time to enjoy the cenote itself. With a private driver, you skip the hassle of parking and find the entrance with ease.
Yes, the clear freshwater and visible cave formations make Two Eyes Cenote one of the best snorkeling experiences in the Riviera Maya. Visibility extends well beyond what you'd find in the ocean. Snorkelers spot small freshwater fish, dramatic rock formations, and shafts of sunlight cutting through the water. Both shallow and deeper areas are accessible to swimmers of varying abilities.
Yes, Two Eyes Cenote welcomes families, with shallow swimming areas, mandatory life jackets, and easy access from the entrance. Children often love spotting fish and watching the sunlight beams in the water. Keep an eye on younger kids near cave entrances and slippery rocks. Pack snacks, extra water, and a change of clothes to make the day enjoyable for everyone.
Two Eyes Cenote, also called Dos Ojos, features two side-by-side pools shaped like bright blue eyes, connected through an underwater cave system. Visitors can swim, snorkel, or dive, depending on certification. Stalactites and stalagmites line the underwater caves, and sunlight filters in through cave openings, creating dramatic beams of light beneath the surface that snorkelers love to photograph.
The Barbie Line is a popular guided cavern dive route inside Two Eyes Cenote, named for a small toy doll that divers traditionally pass during the route. It features stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and underwater rock formations. Open water certification is required, and dives are operated by certified guides only, ensuring safety in the complex underground cave system.
Pack swimwear, a quick-dry towel, biodegradable sunscreen, and water shoes for slippery rocks. Mask and snorkel rentals are available on-site, but bringing your own often feels more comfortable. A waterproof phone case lets you capture underwater photos. Cash is essential for entrance, lockers, and any snacks, and a small dry bag keeps valuables protected during your swim.
Early morning offers the calmest water, fewer visitors, and the best lighting as sunlight beams pierce the cave openings. By mid-afternoon, the cenote can become busier with day-trippers from Cancun and Playa del Carmen. Going right when it opens at 8:00 AM gives you a quieter experience and excellent photo opportunities before the bigger tour groups arrive.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.