Concept recreation of the environment around Elepeten
Concept image of this cenote type. Not a photograph of Elepeten
Dzilam de Bravo

Elepeten

A coastal freshwater pool among wetlands and mangroves, with seasonally green water and a depth of up to 3 m. Access is by boat and along a 340 m walkway.

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Access is by boat from Dzilam de Bravo. Water colour and clarity may vary by season.

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Reported price
No data
Reported hours
To be confirmed
Type
Cavern
Access
To be confirmed
Experience
Quiet
Reported crowding
Low

Biodiversity recorded near this cenote

Public iNaturalist observations within a 1 km radius.

87
Observations
47
Documented taxa
45
Research Grade observations
Observations by group
  • Birds · 15
  • Plants · 12
  • Ray-finned fishes · 7
  • Animalia · 5
  • Insects · 3
  • Reptiles · 3

The number of records also reflects observation effort. These data do not by themselves represent a complete inventory, water quality or the ecological health of the cenote.

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Community data obtained from iNaturalist. Identifications may change with new community contributions. Sensitive locations are shown approximately.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Location

Where it is

Elepeten is in the municipality of Dzilam de Bravo. Use the map to understand the area and open directions to navigate.

Lat
21.40334
Lng
-88.82675
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Access is by boat from Dzilam de Bravo. Water colour and clarity may vary by season.

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