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Puerto Aventuras / Riviera Maya · Tier 2 — Strong Alternative

Cenote Cristalino

An accessible open-water cenote south of Playa del Carmen with clear swimming water, snorkeling, facilities and a popular jumping platform.

Cenote Cristalino
Photo: Cenote Cristalino
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Choose Cenote Cristalino if you want Easy swimming, families, snorkeling, jumping platform.

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TypeOpen / semi-open swimming cenote
AdmissionUSD 25 adult; USD 15 age 5-12; under 5 free
HoursMon-Fri 09:00-17:00; Sat-Sun 08:00-18:00
Typical stop1.5-3 hours
Family fitYes
SwimmingYes
Best timingAbout 30 minutes after opening, per operator recommendation
AreaPuerto Aventuras / Riviera Maya

Freshness: 2026-08-28. Admission, hours and access should still be confirmed before you go.

Why choose it

The experience is the reason to go.

Cristalino is one of the easiest Riviera Maya cenotes to understand: arrive, swim, snorkel, relax and jump if you want a little adrenaline. It has enough facilities to work well for families without feeling like a giant adventure park. Its location also makes it easy to compare with nearby Cenote Azul instead of committing a whole day.

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