Pink Lagoons Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos Boat Tour from Tulum

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13 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This experience combines two of Yucatán’s most extraordinary natural wonders in one unforgettable adventure. At Las Coloradas, you’ll witness the world-famous pink lagoons—an otherworldly landscape created by natural pigments and high salt concentrations, offering some of the most unique photo opportunities in Mexico.

Then explore the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve by boat, spotting wild flamingos, crocodiles, and birds that thrive in this protected ecosystem. What truly sets this tour apart is the chance to enjoy a traditional Mayan exfoliation ritual, using mineral-rich white clay in a quiet natural setting—an experience rarely offered on standard tours.

Finally, enjoy a delicious à la carte meal at a local restaurant in Río Lagartos, completing a day that blends nature, culture, relaxation, and authentic regional flavor.

What's Included

Mayan Bath
A dish to choose at restaurant
Boat ride for 2 and a half hours in the Rio Lagartos biosphere reserve
Round Transportation from Cancún and Playa del Carmen
Box Breakfast (sandwich, juice and fruit)
Bilingual Guide
Preservation Tax in Rio lagartos

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The meeting point in Tulum will be at Super Aki, as we do not make hotel pickups in the area.
Please arrive 10 minutes early to avoid delays and ensure everything starts on time.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to seeing you soon for this amazing experience

Itinerary

Duration: 13 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Las Coloradas

    Discover the famous pink lagoons of Las Coloradas, one of Yucatán’s most unique natural wonders. Enjoy a guided visit to admire the vibrant rosy waters, walk along designated viewing areas, and capture stunning photos of this surreal landscape—perfect for unforgettable vacation shots. The intense pink color of the lagoons is created by high salt concentrations and natural pigments found in microorganisms. Your guide will explain how this extraordinary phenomenon forms and why the shade of pink can vary depending on sunlight and weather conditions. This protected ecosystem is also a feeding and nesting area for wild flamingos. If conditions allow, you may see these elegant birds in their natural habitat as they wade through the shallow waters. This stop offers the ideal mix of nature, photography, and learning—an essential experience for anyone visiting the Yucatán Peninsula.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Rio Lagartos

    Continue your adventure with a scenic boat ride through the canals and lagoons of the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. This protected area is famous for its wildlife—flamingos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birds—making it perfect for nature lovers and photographers. Your guide will help you spot the species that inhabit the mangroves while you glide through calm waters and learn about this important ecosystem. Then, enjoy a relaxing stop on a quiet beach for a traditional Mayan mud experience. Apply the mineral-rich white clay for natural skin exfoliation and rinse it off in the warm waters of the reserve. After the lagoon experience, head to a local restaurant in Río Lagartos, where you’ll enjoy a delicious à la carte meal, choosing from regional dishes prepared fresh.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • This tour can be more than 13 hours due your hotel location and traffic
  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Viator Plus
Additional fees
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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