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Bacalar, colorful lagoon. Magical experience in 1 day with lunch and transport

About this experience

Prepare you because on this tour you will have a fantastic adventure through the magical town of Bacalar. This tour is for nature and cultural lovers you can immerse in the history of Bacalar.

Swim at the natural pool of the “cenote Azul” with its special colorful water, discover the treasure of the natural spa at the Lagoon where you will feel in touch with the nature, learn about the ecosystem, admire the colors of the lagoon, travel through the time with the Pirates arrival and enjoy all the panoramic tour that you will have at the pontoon ride.

You have a lot to see in Bacalar and this tour will allow you to discover a wonderful place!

At a glance

  • Duration: 13 hr–15 hr

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Bacalar, colorful lagoon. Magical experience in 1 day with lunch and transport
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour13 hr–15 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 13 hr–15 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

  • Picture at the sign of Bacalar
  • Admission to Cenote Azul
  • Pntoon ride to Pirates route and Bacalar lagoon
  • Breakfast (one dish of your choice)
  • Lunch (one dish of your choice)
  • Panoramic view of San Felipe Fort and Bacalar's town

Not included

  • Drinks at the restaurant
  • Vest life at cenotes

Itinerary and highlights

This adventure starts when the transportation picks you up at your Hotel Lobby. You will travel through the Riviera Maya to reach the first stop Cenote Azul. This is one of the most beautiful places of the Caribbean stands out for its size that is around 200 meters of diameter and 90 meters of depth. This is an open cenote, relax while swim at this incredible place that has a crystal-clear water. After this stop you will recover energy with a delicious breakfast.

We will head to a natural area that is the perfect place to enjoy some peaceful time while you refresh yourself by swimming in the lagoon, enjoy the views, the sun and lovely places to take pictures and relax.

Venture on a Pontoon ride through the lagoon of Bacalar. Explore interesting attractive sites accompanied by a certified guide that explain about the ecosystem of this paradisiacal place.

Explore some cenotes and be amazed by their native legends. Admire the birds in the sky and enjoy your visit.

The cultural trip is also on this tour. Bacalar is famous for its history about pirates. Bacalar was attacked constantly by pirates, for that reason the town decided to build a fort that helped to defend the town of the pirates’ ships.

Do not worry the knowledgeable guide will tell you more about that time.

Finally, enjoy a delicious lunch at the restaurant while you see the panoramic view of the town. You will choose one of the different dishes that will be prepared for you. Take your photo at Bacalar's letters to remember this amazing trip.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Welcome to our Experience! We offer transportation from your hotel in Cancun, Puerto morelos, Playa del Carmen and Riviera Maya. We will confirm the pick up time based on your hotel location after confirm the reservation, so please inform us the name of your hotel to provide you all the information.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Cancun and Chichen Itza Experiences

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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

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 13 hr–15 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Welcome to our Experience!
We offer transportation from your hotel in Cancun, Puerto morelos, Playa del Carmen and Riviera Maya.
We will confirm the pick up time based on your hotel location after confirm the reservation, so please inform us the name of your hotel to provide you all the information.
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 4–10; Adult tickets: age 11+. 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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