Río Lagartos y Las Coloradas Private Tour from Merida
Overview
This tour takes you to explore the beautiful landscapes of Yucatan. We will take you to Las Coloradas, a set of pink lagoons located in Rio Lagartos
In this excursion you will enjoy a boat ride through the mangrove area at the Biosphere Reserve of Rio Lagartos, nest of a variety of birds and marine species, including the popular pink flamenco.
You will discover the spectacular pink color cause by high concentration of salt and microorganisms in Las Coloradas, a small fishing village characterized by having the largest salt mine in Mexico.
To complete our tour you will enjoy a lunch and swim at Cenote Saamal
In this excursion you will enjoy a boat ride through the mangrove area at the Biosphere Reserve of Rio Lagartos, nest of a variety of birds and marine species, including the popular pink flamenco.
You will discover the spectacular pink color cause by high concentration of salt and microorganisms in Las Coloradas, a small fishing village characterized by having the largest salt mine in Mexico.
To complete our tour you will enjoy a lunch and swim at Cenote Saamal
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- On board cooler with beers, sodas and bottled water
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Parque Natural Ria Lagartos
- Entry/Admission - Cenote Saamal
- Entry/Admission - Las Coloradas
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Las Coloradas, Rio Lagartos Mexico
Las Coloradas is located within the biosphere of Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan Peninsula at 250 km from Merida. Is a small fishing village characterized by having the largest salt mine in Mexico.
Las Coloradas spectacular pink color is due to its high concentration of salt, microorganisms and the sun. It is intensity varies depending on the position of the sun rays allowing us to admire a range of colors from yellow and orange to the pink color that characterizes it.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Parque Natural Ria Lagartos, Rio Lagartos 97720 Mexico
Explore one of the beautiful landscapes offered by the Yucatan. At Rio Lagartos you will enjoy a boat ride through the mangrove area, nest of a variety of birds and marine species, including the popular pink flamencos. This is a unique tour to see the flamencos sanctuary who have made of this site the perfect place to nest and give birth to their young.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Cenote Saamal, Valladolid Mexico
Enjoy a traditional Yucatan Lunch beside the amazing Cenote Saamal at Selva Maya Hacienda in Valladolid
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Las Coloradas, Rio Lagartos Mexico
Las Coloradas is located within the biosphere of Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan Peninsula at 250 km from Merida. Is a small fishing village characterized by having the largest salt mine in Mexico.
Las Coloradas spectacular pink color is due to its high concentration of salt, microorganisms and the sun. It is intensity varies depending on the position of the sun rays allowing us to admire a range of colors from yellow and orange to the pink color that characterizes it.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Parque Natural Ria Lagartos, Rio Lagartos 97720 Mexico
Explore one of the beautiful landscapes offered by the Yucatan. At Rio Lagartos you will enjoy a boat ride through the mangrove area, nest of a variety of birds and marine species, including the popular pink flamencos. This is a unique tour to see the flamencos sanctuary who have made of this site the perfect place to nest and give birth to their young.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Cenote Saamal, Valladolid Mexico
Enjoy a traditional Yucatan Lunch beside the amazing Cenote Saamal at Selva Maya Hacienda in Valladolid
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Jan_T
October 2023
Vicente Esparza Escalante was a terrific guide. Very knowledgeable about the history of the area, very personable. We the extra mile to assist with access to the boat for Rio Lagartos. Avi was a skillful driver. Very interesting and beautiful to see the many different, natural colors of water ...
Vicente Esparza Escalante was a terrific guide. Very knowledgeable about the history of the area, very personable. We the extra mile to assist with access to the boat for Rio Lagartos. Avi was a skillful driver. Very interesting and beautiful to see the many different, natural colors of water during the process. Check the calendar for flamingo migration times.leticiayleana_l
April 2023
Absolutely Wonderful, it’s a very long drive but Las Coloradas it’s so worth it The driver and tour guide were very attentive and nice.
Absolutely Wonderful, it’s a very long drive but Las Coloradas it’s so worth it The driver and tour guide were very attentive and nice.