About this experience
Discover the natural wonders of northern Yucatán on this exciting eco adventure. Begin with a guided boat ride through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, where mangroves, lagoons, and abundant wildlife including flamingos, crocodiles, and colorful birds set the stage.
Next, visit the stunning pink lagoons of Las Coloradas, formed naturally through salt production and microorganisms. Learn how salt is harvested and take plenty of photos of this striking landscape.
Enjoy a traditional Mexican lunch with local flavors before ending the day at a community run crocodile sanctuary, where conservation efforts protect these prehistoric creatures and support the local community, leaving you with a truly memorable experience.
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
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
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What is included
- Bottle water
- Packed lunch during transportation (ham sandwich, juice and a piece of fruit)
- Mexican meal at a restaurant (1 dish included)
- Stop at a Crocodile Sanctuary
- Mayan bath (white clay)
- Guided tour and free time for photos at Las Coloradas pink lake
- Certified nature guide (spanish and english)
- Round transportation from Cancun and Playa del Carmen
- Boat ride at Rio Lagartos Biosphere
Not included
- Beverages in the restaurant
- Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
Itinerary and highlights
Discover the natural wonders of northern Yucatán on this exciting eco adventure. Begin with a guided boat ride through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, where mangroves, lagoons, and abundant wildlife including flamingos, crocodiles, and colorful birds set the stage.
Next, visit the stunning pink lagoons of Las Coloradas, formed naturally through salt production and microorganisms. Learn how salt is harvested and take plenty of photos of this striking landscape.
Enjoy a traditional Mexican lunch with local flavors before ending the day at a community run crocodile sanctuary, where conservation efforts protect these prehistoric creatures and support the local community, leaving you with a truly memorable experience.
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
- Joy Travel Rewards
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
- Use biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent
- Does not include preservation tax of 27 USD per person
- The order of the stops may change during the tour
- This tour lasts around 13 hours depending on the traffic and other factors
- Infants must be sitting in their parents or guardians lap
- We can only accommodate vegetarian diets for special dietary requests (Important to reach the operator directly)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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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
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