Gorgeous Lagoon at Bacalar! Transportation from The Riviera Maya

Cancun, Mexico
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Duration12h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Bacalar is home to the biggest and most beautiful lagoon in all of Mexico! and is one of only a few Magical Towns located in Quintana Roo. With it’s laid back, low key vibe and charm you can experience one of the most magical places left in Mexico.

Bacalar Lagoon is commonly referred to as Laguna de Siete Colores (lagoon of 7 colors), boasting 7 different shades of blue and it’s truly one of the country’s best-kept secrets. this place is full of history that will leave you amazed, you will have a great view of the Fort of San Felipe, where you can also have beautiful panoramic views of the Bacalar lagoon, enjoy a tour through the Bacalar lagoon and discover the pirates channel, famous for the azure waters filled with high mineral content and clay-like sand, ideal for exfoliating the skin.

To finish this incredible tour you will have free time to walk the streets of Bacalar, buy handicrafts, hand made hammocks, dream catchers, or get a photo at the Bacalar sign.

What's included

  • Food in the restaurant
  • Panoramic view of the San Felipe Fort
  • Free time in Bacalar
  • Hotel Pick up & Drop off (Riviera Maya Only)
  • Travel in a boat through Bacalar
  • Beverages in the restaurant
  • Other expenses

What to expect

  1. Bacalar
    2h
    Bacalar a beautiful Magic Town that stands out for the beauty of its natural attractions, it is the perfect place for lovers of nature, it has all the tranquility and you will relax in the lagoon as well as being full of history, you will know the heritage and culture.
  2. Fuerte San Felipe Bacalar
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Knowing this fortress and its history goes back to the times of pirates, (all the pirates loved the Caribbean Sea) an exciting journey through history especially for those who really appreciate the history of pirates and colonization. The fort of San Felipe is the center of the magical town of Bacalar, from there you can see the beautiful Bacalar lagoon that reaches 63 kms there is excellent to take some beautiful photos, and you will have free time to walk through the downtown.
  3. Lago Bacalar (Lake of the Seven Colors)
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The Bacalar lagoon, you will know Xul Ha lagoon has connected to Bacalar, different shades of blue can be distinguished among its waters, due to the different depths of it, within the lagoon there are three different cenotes, whose waters overflowed and constituting a single lagoon, its shape is narrow and long, being 34.1 miles long and only 2.1 miles at its widest point.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Important information!

Some hotels may be listed, but a close meeting point may apply. It has to be confirmed with the provider

The pick up time is set acording to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as posible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
  • Use biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent

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