Robbie Schmittner considers the Monkey Dust Cenote (Dos Pisos) cave system one of the Riviera Maya’s most beautiful. If you’re looking to explore fascinating places in the region, it’s a hidden gem worth visiting.

Monkey Dust is one of five cenotes in the Dos Pisos cave system. This unique marvel spans 46,509 ft (14,176 m) and reaches a maximum depth of 80 ft (24.4 m). Additionally, it’s home to five distinct cenotes: Balam, Dos Pisos, Dos Pisos Norte, this cenote, and Cenote Zooz. When adventurers mention remarkable locations, this system always stands out as a must-see.


Our Monkey Dust cave diving video


The permanent line is a bit left of the wooden platform and immediately guides you through the series of impressive chambers. The first T-intersection right brings you toward the Dos Pisos (next T left). Meanwhile, the left turn opens a whole set of the beauty of the this cenote cave area. Cave diving enthusiasts can also explore this part of Dos Pisos for exceptional views of the Monkey Dust Cenote.

No facilities are available on site. Keep this in mind when planning your visit the dive site.


Monkey Dust Cenote cave lines map

Monkey Dust Cenote cave lines map
cave lines map

Monkey Dust Cenote location map


Gunnar Wagner and Robbie Schmittner were the first pioneers to explore this magnificent cave system. Explorers followed, including Nadia Bernie, Pat Cronin, Fred Devos, Phil Dotchen, Martyn Farr, Rob Greaves, Dig Hastilow, Steve March, and David Sieff.


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Monkey Dust Cenote

Tulum South, guided from Playa del Carmen with hotel pickup