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There’s more to Bacalar than its famous seven shades of blue. Hidden cenotes, crystal-clear swimming spots, and a channel once traveled by pirates reveal the stories behind one of Mexico’s most extraordinary lagoons.
Experience it from the best possible perspective: on the water, aboard a small-group boat with only 10–12 guests. Away from crowded sightseeing stops, you’ll have the chance to swim, explore, and take in the incredible colors and natural beauty that make Bacalar unlike anywhere else in the Mexican Caribbean.
With convenient round-trip transportation from Costa Maya Port, getting there is easy. After your time on the water, enjoy tacos and refreshing drinks at a lakeside club overlooking the lagoon — a relaxed finish to a day filled with turquoise waters, swimming, and a little pirate history.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks, starting from the conveniently located Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the Port. Please consider the total time to walk from your cruise to the excursion office is about 15 minutes.
Itinerary
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Begin your adventure from Costa Maya to Bacalar’s famous Seven Color Lagoon, known for its beautiful shades of turquoise and blue. Your tour departs one hour after your cruise ship arrives and is designed for ships with at least 8 hours in port. Board a small boat for approximately 2 hours exploring the lagoon and some of its most fascinating natural and historic sites. Visit Cenote Esmeralda, Cenote La Bruja, Cocalitos, and the Pirate’s Channel, once a haven and passage for Caribbean pirates. Along the way, stop at two beautiful locations to swim, cool off, and enjoy Bacalar’s clear turquoise waters. After your boat adventure, relax for about 45 minutes at the Lake Shore Club overlooking the lagoon and enjoy an included Mexican taco lunch with chips, salsa, and non-alcoholic drinks. Guests 21 and older also receive two alcoholic beverages. Then sit back and enjoy the approximately 1-hour and 15-minute return drive to Costa Maya, with your cruise schedule always kept in mind.
5 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is designed specifically for cruise ship guests visiting Costa Maya.
- Your cruise ship must have a minimum port stay of 8 hours to participate.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is designed specifically for cruise ship guests visiting Costa Maya.
- Your cruise ship must have a minimum port stay of 8 hours to participate.
- The tour departs from our meeting point, located just outside the Costa Maya cruise port entrance. Due to port regulations, independent tour operators are not permitted to pick up guests inside the cruise port facility.
- No port, no pay! If your cruise ship does not call at Costa Maya, you will receive a full refund.
- The tour lasts approximately 5.5 hours, including round-trip transportation from Costa Maya.
- The tour operates rain or shine and does not operate on Wednesdays.
- Bring a swimsuit, personal towel, and change of clothes.
- Biodegradable sunscreen is recommended to help protect Bacalar Lagoon’s ecosystem.
- Bring a hat and other sun protection.
- We recommend bringing extra cash for personal expenses, as credit cards may not be accepted outside the port area.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request. Please notify us in advance of any dietary requirements.
- Guests 21 years and older receive two alcoholic beverages.
- Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
- Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request. Please advise in advance.
- Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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