Carwash Cenote

Cenote Carwash is a large open air cenote with a fascinating underwater world of rock formations, wildlife and vegetation and is even home to a resident crocodile! The crystal clear waters of Cenote Carwash mean it is popular for swimming and snorkeling and its deep cave attracts divers keen to explore life below the surface of the cenote. Officially named Cenote Aktun Ha, the nickname Cenote Carwash arose from its unusual past! The cenote has a large open air pool which is just feet from main Tulum to Coba road – the cenote was reportedly used by passing drivers as a convenient car wash station and became known as Cenote Carwash. The easily accessible Cenote Carwash is surrounded by lush green vegetation and a variety of wildlife lives within its waters. Fish and turtles meander through the underwater gardens and rock formations and a small crocodile sometimes makes an appearance sunbathing on the banks of the cenote.