About this experience
Experience the highlights of northern Yucatán on this immersive eco-tour. Begin with a guided boat ride through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, a protected habitat teeming with wildlife. Look out for flamingos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species as your guide explains the importance of preserving this sensitive ecosystem.
Continue to Las Coloradas, where the striking pink salt lagoons create a truly unique landscape. Learn about the centuries-old salt extraction traditions and enjoy time to capture photos of the vivid colors.
Later, enjoy a delicious lunch featuring regional Mexican cuisine. End the day at a community-run crocodile conservation center, where local initiatives focus on protecting and rehabilitating these impressive animals while supporting sustainable livelihoods. This tour offers a balanced blend of nature, education, and cultural connection in Yucatán.
At a glance
- Duration: 13 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 13 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
What is included
- Bottle water
- Certified nature guides (english and spanish)
- Mexican lunch (1 dish included)
- Short stop at a Crocodile Sanctuary Infirmary
- Guided tour and free time at the Pink Lake Las Coloradas
- Boat ride and guided tour at the Rio Lagartos Biosphere
- Box lunch during transportation (ham sandwich, juice and a piece of fruit)
- Round transportation from Cancun & Riviera Maya
Not included
- Beverages in the restaurant
- Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
Itinerary and highlights
Experience the highlights of northern Yucatán on this immersive eco-tour. Begin with a guided boat ride through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, a protected habitat teeming with wildlife. Look out for flamingos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species as your guide explains the importance of preserving this sensitive ecosystem.
Continue to Las Coloradas, where the striking pink salt lagoons create a truly unique landscape. Learn about the centuries-old salt extraction traditions and enjoy time to capture photos of the vivid colors.
Later, enjoy a delicious lunch featuring regional Mexican cuisine. End the day at a community-run crocodile conservation center, where local initiatives focus on protecting and rehabilitating these impressive animals while supporting sustainable livelihoods. This tour offers a balanced blend of nature, education, and cultural connection in Yucatán.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meeting points for travelers that are in downtown hotels and airbnb's or any location that we can't reach: Cancun Meeting Point: in front of the lobby at Oasis Smart in Tulum Avenue Playa Del Carmen: Cocobongo at Playa Del Carmen Tulum: There is no pick up in any hotel or airbnb, the meeting point will be at Super Aki market main gate over in federal avenue The pick up time is set according to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as possible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Altustours
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
- Use biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent
- This is a full day tour, depending on your location and the traffic, it can take up to 12-14 hours
- Does not include Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
- The itinerary is not set, the order of the stops may change during the tour
- We can only accommodate vegetarian diets for special dietary requests (Important to reach the operator directly)
- Infants are required to sit on the laps of it's guardian
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?
What are the pickup arrangements?
Cancun Meeting Point: in front of the lobby at Oasis Smart in Tulum Avenue
Playa Del Carmen: Cocobongo at Playa Del Carmen
Tulum: There is no pick up in any hotel or airbnb, the meeting point will be at Super Aki market main gate over in federal avenue
The pick up time is set according to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as possible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service
Which guide languages are listed?
What ticket format is listed?
What ticket age bands are listed?
What is the cancellation policy?
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