Las Coloradas Tour to Pink Lakes and Wildlife Wonders

4.4 (7 reviews) Cancun, Mexico
Duration16h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 45 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a breathtaking journey to the world-famous pink lagoons of Las Coloradas in Yucatán. Witness the mesmerizing lakes that change color with the seasons, showcasing vibrant hues influenced by sodium and microorganisms. Our expert guides will share the captivating history of this natural wonder, and you'll have ample free time to capture stunning photos and explore the site. Spend an unforgettable afternoon in Río Lagartos, a pristine natural reserve on the Yucatan Peninsula. Enjoy a 2-hour boat ride through the mangroves, where you'll marvel at the region's extraordinary biodiversity. From the striking pink flamingos to a variety of birds and crocodiles in their natural habitat. Afterward, savor a delicious meal at a local restaurant, you will be able to choice your favourite: grilled fried fish, ceviche, or seafood soup. Finally, visit the renowned crocodile farm, where you'll get an up-close look at these fascinating creatures.

What's included

  • A la carte food, 1 choice (Grilled fried fish, ceviche, seafood soup)
  • Visit to Las Coloradas in Yucatán
  • Bottled water on the boat at Rio Lagartos
  • Round-trip transportation service (from most hotels)
  • Certified guides
  • Box lunch on the bus (sandwich, juice, cookie, fruit)
  • Boat tour at Rio Lagartos
  • Visit to Cocodrile farm in Rio Lagartos
  • Drinks on the restaurant
  • Goods and Services Tax (765 MXN per person)

What to expect

  1. Cancun
    4h 30m
    We will start the day by picking up all our participants early in the morning at their hotels or meeting points, as applicable. We start in Cancun and then we will pick up in the Riviera Maya.
    Enjoy a box lunch included on board the bus (with sandwich, juice, cookie and fruit).
    It's a long trip, approximately 4 hours to get there!
  2. Las Coloradas
    3h
    Our fascinating tour begins by arriving at the world-famous pink lagoons of Las Coloradas in Yucatán. Lakes that change color during different seasons of the year depending on the concentration of sodium and microorganisms. Our incredible guides will tell you the history of the place, and then you will have free time for photos and getting to know the site. Very important, you cannot swim in the waters of Las Coloradas.
    Then we will go to Rio Lagartos. The road is 45 minutes.
  3. Rio Lagartos
    4h
    You will spend a pleasant afternoon in Río Lagartos, a natural reserve on the Yucatan Peninsula, where we will have a 2-hour boat ride through the mangroves to admire the extraordinary natural wealth of the region. You will see everything from the most beautiful and pink flamingos, to birds and crocodiles in their natural habitat.

    Then we will go to a local restaurant where you can choose exquisite dishes included a la carte (1 to choose), grilled fried fish, ceviche and seafood soup.

    And finally we will visit the famous crocodile farm in the area.
  4. Cancun
    4h 30m
    After a fascinating day, we will return to drop all our guests off at their hotels. The return trip is long, so we recommend you rest and take a comforting nap while we return.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We offer round-trip transportation service to all our travelers who stay in most hotels in Cancun (Hotel Zone and Center), Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen (Only to Playacar.

For some hotels or lodging centers (located west of Avenida Tulum, or south of Avenida Las Torres) in the city of Cancun, a meeting point applies.

Some hotels in the Riviera Maya do not allow access to the property, so a meeting point will apply at the entrance or closest access.

If your hotel is not listed, please contact us to arrange your transportation service.

NOTE: Pickup time varies depending on hotel location. Generally applies 6:20 AM to 8:20 AM. For hotels further away from the center of Cancun it is possible that the pick-up time starts from 8:00 AM or even 9:10 AM.

In your confirmation message that we send you 24 hours before the start of the experience, we will indicate the exact pickup time and meeting point.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note, swimming in the waters of Las Coloradas is not allowed.
  • The a la carte menu cannot yet be accommodated for specific dietary needs (dishes available in the Inclusions and Exclusions section).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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