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Cenote Azul

Quintana Roo, Mexico
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Type: Geologic Formations, Bodies of Water
Activities: Swimming, Scuba diving
Description: Freshwater lagoon perfect for swimming.
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vermont
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46 reviews 46 reviews
15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

Our family loves to find Cenotes that aren't too built up. It's a great way to cool off in the afternoon- Cenote Azul is just south of Cenote Jardin on Route 307 around marker 268km- south of Playa Del Carmen but North of Akumal (about 10 mins). It's 70 pesos per adult and 40 per young child. This is a... More

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Post Falls, Idaho
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19 reviews 19 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

If you want to visit a quiet cenote, Cenote Azul is the place for you. We visited several, & it was quietest by far. The area was beautiful. The water was crystal clear & loaded with fish. The price was 70 pesos per person. We took the advice of other folks on Tripadvisor, and asked for a ticket to visit... More

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Calgary, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013

We stayed at the Barceló Maya Tropical Feb 2013 and had read about the cenotes across the street. Azul was 1000 meters from the Barceló Beach Lobby so one afternoon we decided we would check it out. We walked out of the Barceló complex, crossed the Highway and walked by 3 other cenote entrances to get to Azul. Entrance fee... More

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Jersey CI
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2013

We were staying at the Barcelo Maya Beach directly across the road from the Cenote Azul. (Looking at the reviews there seem to be 2 different Cenote Azuls mixed up here - this was the Highway 307 one) My wife did plenty of Tripadvisor research before our holiday, and had spotted this, so we went to check it out. Sure... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2013

This cenote is a great way to avoid the crowds. Romantic, tropical, and visually stunning. Be sure to buy the fish food (for a nominal fee) for a unique interactive experience with the fish. It may look shallow, be we had no problems jumping and diving off the deck and the rock ledge.

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vancouver,BC
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013

We went to this cenote, as we were told it was less touristy, and more natural. There are rocky pathways, and small wodden bridges, if you aren't sure on your feet, take good sandals, or reef shoes. Barefoot is fine, if you are sure footed. We got there by noon, and there were only 2 other people there. We dipped... More

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leicester
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

we have visited several cenotes along highway 307 in the riviera maya mexico, this cenote is very peaceful and on the many occasions we have been there, there have been hardly any other visitors just a few locals enjoying there freetime. beautiful clear water lovely to snorkel and very refreshing in the heat. iguanas,butterflys colourful birds and dragonflys are all... More

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Ko Lanta, Thailand
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15 reviews 15 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 4, 2013

Our family stopped at cenote azul off the side of the highway headed to Tulum. It was less manicured than some other cenotes, with funkier paths, but we actually liked this because it felt more natural. Also for this reason cenote azul isn't set to handle huge tour buses (thankfully) so it was mostly families who had rented cars here.... More

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Montreal, Canada
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14 reviews 14 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2012

When my guide first brought me here, I must admit I was heartbroken. I had specifically asked for CAVE SNORKELING which DOES exist in this general area. Our hotel guide sent us here and since it was one of the reasons I had come to Mexico in particular I was very disappointed to see what I first believed was just... More

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Cagliari, Italy
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2012

It was a great experience swimming into this cenote. It is very very close to the wonderful laguna of Bacalar. We ate the local fish (even from the cenote) in the restaurants just on the edge of the water... good food, good price.

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