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From Cancun/Tulum/Riviera: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos Tour

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From Cancun/Tulum/Riviera: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos Tour
4.268293 out of 5 stars
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4.268293 out of 5 stars
41 reviews

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.

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Duration 13 hours
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Francesca – Italy

Long trip to get there from playa del carmen but definitevly worth it! Great guide, great and funny activities, great foid for lunch. Really a must!

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Chloe – Canada

The lake wasn’t very pink but the entire experience of everything else made it very worthwhile!

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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

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Encounter crocodiles in their natural habitat with a visit to a crocodile sanctuary, and look for flamingoes in the salt ponds of Las Coloradas.

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.

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation by air-conditioned van
  • Driver
  • Guide
  • Lunch
  • Coloradas Reserve tax (450 MXN per person)
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4.3 /5

based on 41 reviews

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  • Guide
    2/5
  • Transportation
    3.7/5
  • Value for money
    4/5

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Francesca – ItalyApril 25, 2023 – Verified booking
Long trip to get there from playa del carmen but definitevly worth it! Great guide, great and funny activities, great foid for lunch. Really a must!
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Chloe – CanadaAugust 9, 2023 – Verified booking
The lake wasn’t very pink but the entire experience of everything else made it very worthwhile!
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Kristoffer – SwedenNovember 2, 2023 – Verified booking
Fantastic! Our driver Omar was the best! So funny and friendly and a super good driver! Overall it was good value for money, a lot of experiences included throughout the day, lunch was good and I was lucky enough to go with a small group only so everything went super smooth.

Product ID: 427506

Activity provider:HOLBOX MAGICO TOURS
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