Coloradas, Ria Lagartos Boat Trip & One Natural Beach from Merida

Coloradas, Ria Lagartos Boat Trip & One Natural Beach from Merida

By Mystic Travel Mérida

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Overview

Explore the stunning landscapes of Yucatán on this full-day tour. Visit Las Coloradas, famous for its pink salt flats where vivid hues—from orange to bright pink—create a dreamlike backdrop perfect for photos. Enjoy a guided walk through the salt pools and access the viewpoint.

Then, relax at Cancunito Beach, a pristine, untouched beach ideal for swimming and photography. Next, discover the Río Lagartos Natural Reserve on a boat tour, home to flamingos, crocodiles, and diverse birds. Experience a traditional Mayan clay bath on a secluded beach, a natural outdoor spa amidst wild vegetation. Finish with a gourmet lunch at a beachfront restaurant in Río Lagartos, combining regional flavors with international cuisine. This tour blends nature, adventure, and local culture for a unique Yucatán experience.

Activity location

Las Coloradas
- Rio Lagartos, Yucatan, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

Parque Santa Ana
- 97000, Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

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What's included, what's not

Lunch (One dish of your choice)
Modern, air-conditioned transportation
Cooler with ice in the van
Entrance fee and taxes at Las Coloradas
Use of restaurant facilities (Terrace, pool, restrooms, and showers)
Boat tour & Binoculars for Birdwatching
Mayan mud bath
Certified guide throughout the tour
Drinks at restaurant are not included

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
In some occasions, hotel pick-ups are not made, to facilitate departure and arrive on time at the different destinations of the tour, so you can be notified without prior notice to arrive at our office on your own.
If for any reason you are a no show or decide not to go the same day, this tour cannot be rescheduled, you would have to buy again.
We recommend that you bring sunscreen, comfortable clothes, swimsuit, a change of clothes, water, and cash.
Keep in mind that the duration of the tour may vary, as well as the itinerary without / with prior notice, this is according to the guide's decision and due to the capacity of people in the places or the traffic that is usually changing
WHAT DISHES ARE AVAILABLE FOR MEAL? Fish Fillet or Chicken Breast ▪️Breaded ▪️Garlic Sauce ▪️Grilled ▪️With Butter ▪️Spicy Sauce ▪️Coconut Sauce ▪️To Bii Kay baked with spices and wrapped in hoja santa (Mexican pepperleaf). ▪️Tikin Xic OR Fettuccine Pasta Choose your sauce: ▪️Alfredo ▪️Pomodoro ▪️Butter And choose from: ▪️Chicken ▪️Shrimp ▪️Mushroom OR ▪️Shrimp Quesadillas ▪️Smoked Meat Tacos ▪️Tlalpeño Soup with shrimp or chicken ▪️Chicken Fajitas ▪️Fish Ceviche Vegetarian Options ▪️Maleconcito Bowl: salad with quinoa, cheese, olives, chickpeas, and hummus. ▪️Vegetable Fajitas Kids' Options: ▪️Fish Fingers with French Fries ▪️Chicken Nuggets with French Fries
WHAT ARE THE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THIS TOUR? Wear light, comfortable clothing for the beach. Bring sneakers or closed-toe shoes for the hike in Las Coloradas, and separate sandals or water shoes for the rest of the tour. Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. There are restrooms in Las Coloradas if you prefer to use them separately. Wear a hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent. For Mexican citizens, bring identification (INE, driver's license, or passport; CURP for minors). Eat a good breakfast before the tour. At the start of the tour, we'll stop at a convenience store to buy anything you might need. You can also bring snacks for the hike.

Activity itinerary

Las Coloradas

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

Departure: 7:00 a.m. from Mérida 7:45 – 10:45 a.m.: Mérida → Las Coloradas Onboard information about the tour and activities. 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.: Las Coloradas (Salt Production Area) 1.5-hour guided walk through the pink salt flats. Photo opportunities and access to the viewpoint. Entrance fees and taxes included. Note: Swimming in the pink water is not allowed. Restrooms available.

Cancunito

45m
Admission ticket included

12:15 – 12:25 p.m.: Transfer to Cancunito Beach 12:25 – 1:10 p.m.: Cancunito Beach (Playa Platino) 45-minute visit to a pristine beach. Enjoy swimming, photography, and explore the surroundings. Observe marine birds and mangroves. Note: No restrooms or restaurants available

Parque Natural Ria Lagartos

2h 30m
Admission ticket included

1:10 – 1:30 p.m.: Transfer to Río Lagartos 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.: Boat Tour in Río Lagartos Spot flamingos, crocodiles, and local/migratory birds. Experience a traditional “Mayan bath” with white clay and swim in a crystal-clear beach to rinse off. Boat capacity: maximum 6 people. 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.: Gourmet Lunch at El Maleconcito Restaurant 1.5 hours for lunch. Facilities: pool, restrooms, showers, and a bar. 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.: Return Transfer to Mérida 7:30 – 8:00 p.m.: Arrival in Mérida Drop-off at the same meeting point as pick-up in the morning.

Location

Activity location

Las Coloradas
- Rio Lagartos, Yucatan, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

Parque Santa Ana
- 97000, Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico

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