Las Coloradas & Río Lagartos Boat Tour from Mérida

Discover Yucatán’s natural wonders on a full-day adventure combining the pink lagoons of Las Coloradas, the turquoise waters of Cancunito Beach, and the wildlife-rich mangroves of Río Lagartos. At Las Coloradas, explore the striking salt ponds on a guided walk and admire their distinctive pink and orange hues. Then, unwind at Cancunito Beach, a peaceful coastal escape perfect for swimming, photos, and enjoying the scenery. In Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, cruise through mangrove channels with the chance to spot pink flamingos, crocodiles, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Complete your adventure with a traditional Maya clay bath by the sea. From extraordinary landscapes to wildlife encounters and local traditions, this tour offers a different side of Yucatán beyond its famous ruins and beaches.

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   Las Coloradas

   1.5 hours

   Discover the striking pink lagoons of Las Coloradas, where nature and the centuries-old tradition of sea salt production come together to create a remarkable landscape. During a guided walk, learn how seawater is transformed into salt and why natural microorganisms give the lagoons their distinctive pink hues. Visit the viewpoint for sweeping views of the colorful salt ponds and enjoy time to capture photos of this unusual landscape, where the shades of pink shift with the sunlight and natural conditions.

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   Cancunito

   45 min

   Discover Cancunito Beach, a beautiful stretch of Yucatán’s coastline where pale sand meets turquoise waters. Often compared to the beaches of Cancún for its colors, this coastal spot offers a more natural setting to enjoy the sea and surrounding landscape. Take a refreshing swim, capture photos of the scenery, or simply relax by the shore while watching seabirds glide overhead. After exploring the pink lagoons of Las Coloradas, Cancunito offers a welcome change of scenery and a chance to enjoy the quieter side of the Yucatán coast.

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   Parque Natural Ria Lagartos

   2.5 hours

   Set out by boat into Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, a remarkable wetland where winding mangrove channels shelter an extraordinary variety of wildlife. Keep your eyes open for pink flamingos, crocodiles, and resident and migratory birds as your local guide shares insights into the ecosystem and the species that call it home. The adventure also includes a traditional Maya clay bath. Coat your skin with natural white clay and enjoy this distinctive local experience before heading to a nearby beach, where you can rinse off the clay and cool down in the sea. From spotting wildlife among the mangroves to enjoying the unusual ritual of the clay bath by the coast, this experience offers a memorable way to connect with the natural side of Yucatán.

• 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
• In some occasions, hotel pick-ups are not made, to facilitate departure and arrive on time at the different destinations of the tour, so you can be notified without prior notice to arrive at our office on your own.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.