Two cenotes in one day
Nomozón (open, natural light, turquoise water) and Nayah (semi-closed, cathedral feel). Two distinct atmospheres in one trip — maximum experience variety.
Inland cenotes · day trip from the port
Cenote Snorkeling from Progreso — Nomozón & Nayah in One Day
The Nomozón and Nayah cenotes are ~1.5 hours inland from Progreso, in rural Maya communities. They're not in Progreso itself — that's why we run a full-day tour with round-trip transport, entrance fees, snorkel gear and a traditional lunch in the community all included.
Cenote snorkeling is family-friendly: you just need to know how to swim, the water is crystal-clear and shallow in the accessible zones, and you see the rock formations from the surface with a clarity you won\'t find in ocean snorkeling.
$3,640 MXN per person — flexible pickup from Progreso or Mérida, you choose when booking. All-inclusive: transport, snorkel gear, entrance fees, Maya-community lunch.
Why this tour
Why snorkel Nomozón and Nayah cenotes
More authentic freshwater experience than the touristy Riviera Maya cenotes — local community, no crowds, lunch included.
Family-friendly
You just need to swim. Life vest is mandatory and included for everyone — even beginners float comfortably. Kids welcome (accompanied).
Local Maya community
The cenotes are protected by Maya ejidos. Traditional Yucatecan lunch prepared by the community — entrance fees stay in the local economy.
Transport included
Private van from your hotel or cruise dock in Progreso, round-trip. Both cenote entrance fees included. No car-rental hassle.
30+ m visibility
Limestone-filtered freshwater is exceptionally clear. Every rock formation, every fish, every sunbeam from above is visible — from the surface.
Year-round
Unlike reef diving, cenotes don't depend on weather — temperature and visibility are stable. Only heavy road storms affect the schedule.
The two cenotes we visit
Nomozón and Nayah complement each other — open cenote with sunlight and closed cenote with cathedral feel.
Open cenote · natural light
Nomozón Cenote
Open-sky cenote with direct sunbeams into the water. Crystal-clear turquoise, rock formations visible from the surface. Perfect for photos with the sun overhead. First cenote of the tour.
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Semi-closed · cathedral feel
Nayah Cenote
More enclosed cenote with hanging stalactites. Intimate cavern-like atmosphere with filtered light. Second cenote of the day after lunch in the community.
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What to expect in the water
Cenotes are limestone-filtered freshwater — exceptional visibility year-round. Stable temperature 24–25 °C (cool, refreshing on a hot day). No current, no waves. Zones suitable for surface snorkeling. Rainy season (Aug–Sep) may reduce visibility after heavy storms — otherwise clarity is constant.
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Typical visibility
24–25 °C
Water temp
~8–10 h
Total duration
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Frequently asked questions
Are the cenotes in Progreso?
No — Nomozón and Nayah are ~1.5 hours inland from Progreso, in rural Maya communities. The port of Progreso itself has no cenotes (it's on the Gulf coast). That's why we run a full-day tour with transport from your hotel or cruise dock, round-trip included.
Do I need snorkeling experience?
Just basic swimming. Gear (life vest, mask and fins) is included. We give a short surface briefing before entering — how to use the mask, breathe through the snorkel, basic signals. Complete beginners are comfortable within 10 minutes.
Is it safe for kids?
Yes — life vest is mandatory and included for everyone. Water is calm, no current. Kids who can swim love cenote snorkeling. For kids who can't swim yet, they can join with a vest but must stay close to an adult. Check specific ages when booking.
How long is the full tour?
Approximately 8–10 hours door-to-door (pickup + drive + cenote 1 + lunch + cenote 2 + return). Exact timing depends on group and season — confirm schedule when booking.
What's included in the price?
Private round-trip transport (from Progreso or Mérida), full snorkel gear (life vest, mask and fins), entrance fees to both cenotes, snacks throughout the day, a full traditional lunch in the local Maya community, and bilingual guide. All included in the $3,640 MXN per person.
Can I get pickup from Mérida instead of Progreso?
Yes — we offer flexible pickup from either city at the same price. If you're staying in downtown Mérida, we pick you up there and drop you back at the same point. Tell us your address when booking and we'll coordinate.
What should I bring?
Swimwear, towel, dry change of clothes, sandals, hat, biodegradable sunscreen (cenotes are fragile ecosystems — no conventional chemical sunscreens) and cash for tips. We provide the full snorkel gear.
What if it rains?
Light rain doesn't affect the experience — you're still underwater. Heavy thunderstorms may cause us to reschedule for road safety. Full refund or reschedule if you can't make the new date.
Can I combine with the diving tour?
Yes — if some in your group want to dive and others snorkel, we can run mixed groups on the same day. Diving and snorkeling gear goes in the same van. Ask when booking and we'll adjust the price.
Do you guide in English?
Yes — our guides are bilingual English/Spanish. Briefings and instructions are given in your preferred language.
Ready to snorkel the cenotes?
Our Yucatán team responds within 1 hour. Book 48h ahead to coordinate pickup from Progreso or Mérida.
Cenote snorkeling from Progreso
From $3,640 MXN · Nomozón + Nayah