Water activity

Playa del Carmen/Cancún: Rio Lagartos & Las Coloradas Tour

Activity provider: Yalku Tours
Water activity

Playa del Carmen/Cancún: Rio Lagartos & Las Coloradas Tour

Activity provider: Yalku Tours

From US$ 140 per person

Discover the Yucatán Peninsula's natural treasures of Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas on a guided tour. Visit a crocodile sanctuary, marvel at flamingos, and take stunning photos of the area.

About this activity

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Duration 12 - 13 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Pickup included
At your accommodation.

Experience

Highlights
  • Immerse yourself in the Yucatán nature reserve of Rio Lagartos
  • Marvel at the pink lakes of Las Coloradas
  • See flamingos and crocodiles in this extraordinary nature tour
  • Take beautiful photos of the area
  • Learn about the history and folklore of the region
Full description

Enjoy a guided tour of Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas on a day trip from Playa del Carmen or Cancún. Keep an eye out for crocodiles and see them up close at a crocodile sanctuary. Marvel at the pink shades of the lagoons of Las Coloradas and watch the flamingos fly by.

Travel in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle to the neighboring state of Yucatán and the famous pink lakes of Las Coloradas. This is an area of untouched nature that will knock you out, the stunning views of Las Coloradas Yucatán have to be seen to be believed.

Your expert guide will explain the facts and folklore of the region. They will also help you get the best Instagram-worthy photos of this marvelous area of stunning natural beauty.

Take a boat ride through the mangroves of a magnificent protected area. Keep a lookout for the crocodiles and the huge array of bird species, including cormorants, ospreys, herons, and pelicans. Rio Lagartos Yucatan is a bird watcher's paradise.

Finally, stop for lunch of salad, soft drinks, and the main course of your choice. Choose between fresh fish, chicken, or a vegetarian dish. The food is fresh and delicious and a great way to refuel after all your adventures. Once you've had your fill, head back to your hotel after an incredible day trip in the Yucatán Peninsula.

Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation by air-conditioned van
  • Driver
  • Guide
  • Lunch
  • Soft drinks
  • Rio Lagartos Reserve tax (320 Mexican Pesos per person)
  • Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase)
  • Tips
Not suitable for
  • Pregnant women
  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Camera

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 114 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.2/5
  • Service
    4.1/5
  • Organization
    3.9/5

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Such an amazing day! Our guide Big G was brilliant and hilarious and our guide at the pink lagoon was fantastic and an excellent photographer. We went in Feb so the flamingos weren’t around due to the season, but the day was great overall. The crocodile sanctuary was definitely one for the bucket list and the Cenote was gorgeous. Quite a way away from cancun, so be ready for the journey.

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February 17, 2022

Wonderful and thought provoking trip with the perfect guide. I have been on a great deal of excursions in my life but I can honestly say this was the very best ever. Every care was taken to fill our day with great events including feeding pelicans and crocodiles, an incredible boat ride with fantastic scenery and to top it off the wonderful pink lakes at Rio Lagartos with the history behind it explained. I cannot speak highly enough of the Company and the staff whose sole intention was our enjoyment.

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February 7, 2020

Great Tour Guide - Robert and very organized tour. Robert spoke 3 languages and is great in animating people. We saw the pinkest part of Las coloradas. Also, amazing visit to the best cenote - Ek Balam. Much better than all the rest cenotes I saw. We also saw the crocodiles and got to pet them.

March 4, 2019

Product ID: 163254