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Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas Day Tour from Cancun

About this experience

Explore the stunning natural beauty of Rio Lagartos and the vibrant pink lagoons of Las Coloradas on this full-day tour from Cancun. Enjoy a scenic boat ride through the biosphere reserve, marvel at the unique landscapes, and feed crocodiles at a local farm. With all logistics taken care of, including round-trip transfers, snacks, and a boxed lunch, you can focus on capturing memorable photos of these breathtaking sights.

- Full-day tour from Cancun to Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas
- Scenic boat ride through the biosphere reserve
- Snack and boxed lunch included for your convenience
- Round-trip transfers ensure a hassle-free experience

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr–14 hr

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Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas Day Tour from Cancun
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr–14 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 12 hr–14 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Visit to Las Coloradas (Pink Lakes)
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or nearest pickup point depending your location.
  • Bilingual certified guide
  • Flamingo sighting & Mayan Clay Bath
  • Boat tour at Río Lagartos (2 hrs.)
  • Box lunch on board (sandwich, fruit, juice, cookie)
  • Entry to the Crocodile Farm
  • Swimming stop
  • Lunch (Seafood, Mexican, Regional)

Not included

  • Drinks at the restaurant
  • Tips for the guides or tour staff (not mandatory).
  • Las Coloradas Salt Tax, Las Coloradas MX$1050.00 per person

Itinerary and highlights

Here, the pink hues of the lagoons will leave us breathless, providing the perfect backdrop for reflection and capturing photos that we will treasure forever. Keep your eyes peeled for the sight of pink flamingos in their elegant dance and listen to the call of the nature that surrounds us.

We will navigate by boat through the tranquil mangroves of Rio Lagartos. During this journey, we will marvel at the untouched nature, observing the wildlife in its natural habitat.

After stimulating our senses with natural beauty, we will head to a local restaurant for an authentic culinary experience. We will enjoy an hour to savor exquisite dishes, choosing from fried or grilled fish, ceviche, seafood soup, and other delights. Here, we nourish not only our bodies but also our souls with the rich culinary culture of the region.
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The excitement continues at the crocodile farm, where we will spend 40 unforgettable minutes. In this close encounter, we will learn about these fascinating prehistoric creatures, their importance in the ecosystem, and the conservation initiatives that protect their future.
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Meeting and pickup information

  • We offer pick up from hotel at Cancun and Riviera Maya, the pick up time will be confirmed based on your hotel name, please inform us your hotel name after submit. Please wait in the hotel lobby 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. We pickup in the majority of hotels that have a designed tour pickup area. For residential area, boutique hotels,, airbnbs , downtown hotels or similar, we will assign a meeting point.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Official Tours Cancun

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr–14 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We offer pick up from hotel at Cancun and Riviera Maya, the pick up time will be confirmed based on your hotel name, please inform us your hotel name after submit.
Please wait in the hotel lobby 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. We pickup in the majority of hotels that have a designed tour pickup area. For residential area, boutique hotels,, airbnbs , downtown hotels or similar, we will assign a meeting point.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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