Nature Tour at Las Coloradas and Rio Lagartos Biosphere




Discover the hidden gems of northern Yucatán on this rewarding eco-adventure. The day begins with a guided boat tour through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, a protected natural sanctuary known for its diverse wildlife. Keep watch for flamingos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species as your guide explains the importance of preserving this fragile environment. Continue on to Las Coloradas, where the famous pink lagoons create a truly unforgettable sight. Learn about the region’s salt production traditions and take time to photograph the vivid colors of this unique landscape. After enjoying a traditional Mexican lunch featuring local flavors, conclude the experience with a visit to a community-run crocodile sanctuary. Here, conservation and rehabilitation efforts help protect these remarkable reptiles while supporting local communities, creating a perfect balance of nature, education, and culture.
Your experience
Stop 1
Discover the hidden gems of northern Yucatán on this rewarding eco-adventure. The day begins with a guided boat tour through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, a protected natural sanctuary known for its diverse wildlife. Keep watch for flamingos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species as your guide explains the importance of preserving this fragile environment.
Stop 2
Continue on to Las Coloradas, where the famous pink lagoons create a truly unforgettable sight. Learn about the region’s salt production traditions and take time to photograph the vivid colors of this unique landscape. After enjoying a traditional Mexican lunch featuring local flavors, conclude the experience with a visit to a community-run crocodile sanctuary. Here, conservation and rehabilitation efforts help protect these remarkable reptiles while supporting local communities, creating a perfect balance of nature, education, and culture.
What’s included
- Round transportation from Playa del Carmen & Cancun
- Guided tour at the pink lake Las Coloradas and free time for photos
- Certified nature guides (guided in spanish and english)
- Boat ride inside the Rio Lagartos Biosphere mangroves
- Short stop at a crocodile sanctuary and infirmary
- Light lunch during the transportation (ham sandwich, juice and a piece of fruit
- Lunch at a mexican restaurant with 1 dish included
Not included
- Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
- Beverages in the restaurant
Before you go
- 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 Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
- 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
- This is a full day tour, it lasts around 13 hours depending on traffic and other factors
- The order of the stops may change during the tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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