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In this experience, you'll be in direct contact with nature. We first visit the beautiful port of Río Lagartos, where you can take a boat ride and observe various local species: crocodiles, the natural beauty of the mangroves, and the main attraction: the flamingos. You'll also enjoy a Mayan bath. Afterward, we'll visit the pink lagoon of Las Coloradas, where you can take excellent photos. Next, we'll head to the archaeological site of Ek Balam, where you can climb to the top of the pyramid. Finally, you'll visit the Mayan underworld through a beautiful cenote where you can enjoy Yucatecan cuisine. Travel safely with our transportation, which includes travel insurance and the service of a certified local driver who will help you arrive safely at your destination, ensuring a pleasant and unhurried experience. Remember to check what's included and what's not in the corresponding section of this service to avoid confusion.
Service animals allowed
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Certified driver Spanish / Basic English
Courtesy (light breakfast: sandwich, juice, fruit)
Travel insurance
Parking in the Ek Balam archaeological zone.
Fuel
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
visit to established places
Boat tour Rio lagartos($750 per person, minimum 2 people)($550 per person after 3 people)In Spanish
Cenote and Buffete Food
Las Coloradas General admission ($460 MXN per person $300 MXN per person Mexicans)
Ek Balam General Admission ($581 MXN Per Person $211 MXN per person Mexicans)
Servicio guia (opcional)
Select a pickup point
Rio Lagartos
Ría Lagartos is a protected natural area. In this beautiful place, you can take a boat tour where you'll see beautiful mangroves, crocodiles, herons, pelicans, and flamingos. You can also enjoy a Mayan clay bath, which serves as a skin exfoliant. (Boat tour not included). IMPORTANT: Boat Tour on Río Lagartos Option 1: ($750 MXN per person, minimum 2 people) ($550 MXN per person for groups of 3 or more: service in Spanish) Option 2: ($850 MXN per person, minimum 2 people) ($700 MXN per person for groups of 3 or more: service in English) It is important to confirm in advance if the boat tour service is in English, as the service is subject to availability. If you do not confirm, it will be assumed that the service will be in Spanish.
Las Coloradas
To continue with the tour we will visit the pink lake or lagoon of "Las Coloradas". The water and the surrounding environment are incredibly salty, attracting brine shrimp, plankton, and red algae. As the water evaporates in the sunlight, these organisms become more concentrated and eventually create the famous bright pink water. Because the salt we consume is processed there, it is forbidden to enter the water but you can take a tour around the lake and take incredible pictures.
Pickup included
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Vanessa P,
Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was not made clear that we would not be accompanied by a tour guide all day. This was only a driver who dropped us off at different locations. It would have been a little better if the driver could have educated us about the locations along the drive, but we did not learn anything that we hadn’t already looked up. On the boat ride, we did not get much info due to a language barrier. If you have a rental car, skip this. I highly recommend the company update their description to make it clear.
Jaire C,
May 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The service was very attentive and very well planned! It was limited to pickup and transfer, which allowed freedom in the chosen places!
Katie H,
May 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
We had a fantastic time on this tour with the highlight being the flamingoes - yes, they are quite far away but you can climb out the boat to get a bit closer! This is also one of the few temples you can still climb in Mexico and the cenote was a whole complex with a range of free activities and a buffet lunch so there was something for everyone, thanks again to our guide!
Alysiaa823,
Apr 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our driver Mika was accurate, super friendly and helpful to answer all our questions or curiosities. The trip with him, although long, was very pleasant and fun. We recommend this tour as it gives you the opportunity to make several important stops in a single day.




Katerina F,
Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
A great, safe and interesting day of activities with a wonderful, knowledgeable, friendly and flexible driver. Los Lagartos was definitely worth the ride, and so was Ek Balam. Far less overwhelmed by tourists than Chichen Itsa and you can climb all the way up!
315alinem,
Mar 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Beautiful boat trip, surrounded by nature populated by various species of birds and crocodiles. The salt pans have indescribable changing colors. Also very interesting is the archaeological site of Ek Balam. Overall a beautiful day.



J2707TMsergiop,
Feb 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We decided to book this service with my friends because we like to travel at our own pace and this company gave us all the facilities to enjoy this day. We loved it.


230murraym,
Feb 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Olé was an excellent driver, friendly, helpful, easy to talk to. He kept to the planned schedule. He described what we would see next, and made good suggestions.
Jessica E,
Jan 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
We had an amazing experience with Mika and Julian as our drivers/guides. They are super friendly, on time, very attentive. They even prepared a small breakfast box for us as the pick up time was very early (6:20am). I travelled with my mum and it was just the two of us on this day trip. Note that this is only a transport package, you have to pay for each activity.
Inspiration587006,
Nov 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great experience! We started our trip to Mexico with this organized trip. Everything perfect! Our very good and prepared escort
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