About this experience
Explore the natural wonders of northern Yucatán on a full-day eco experience filled with wildlife, culture, and unforgettable scenery. The adventure begins with a guided boat tour through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, where mangroves and coastal lagoons provide a habitat for flamingos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species. Your guide shares insights into the region’s unique ecosystem along the way.
Continue to Las Coloradas to admire its famous pink lagoons, colored by natural microorganisms and centuries-old salt production. Learn how salt is harvested and enjoy time to take photos of this striking landscape.
After a traditional Mexican lunch, visit a community-run crocodile sanctuary dedicated to conservation and local sustainability, ending the day with a meaningful look at how wildlife protection supports the surrounding community.
At a glance
- Duration: 13 hr
What is included
- Visit at a Crocodile Sanctuary
- Packed light lunch during transportation (1 ham sandwich, piece of fruit and juice)
- Lunch at a mexican restaurant (1 dish to choose)
- Guided tour and free time at Las Coloradas pink lake
- Round transportation from Cancun and Playa Del Carmen
- Mayan bath (whithe clay bath)
- Boat ride at Rio Lagartos Biosphere
- Bilingual guides (english and spanish)
Not included
- Beverages in the restaurant
- Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
Itinerary and highlights
Explore the natural wonders of northern Yucatán on a full-day eco experience filled with wildlife, culture, and unforgettable scenery. The adventure begins with a guided boat tour through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, where mangroves and coastal lagoons provide a habitat for flamingos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species. Your guide shares insights into the region’s unique ecosystem along the way.
Continue to Las Coloradas to admire its famous pink lagoons, colored by natural microorganisms and centuries-old salt production. Learn how salt is harvested and enjoy time to take photos of this striking landscape.
After a traditional Mexican lunch, visit a community-run crocodile sanctuary dedicated to conservation and local sustainability, ending the day with a meaningful look at how wildlife protection supports the surrounding community.
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 acording to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as posible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- New Choice Travel
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
- This is a full day tour, it will last around 13 hours depending on the traffic and other factors
- Use biodegradable sunscreen only and insect repellent
- Does not Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
- 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.
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