LAS COLORADAS & RÍA LAGARTOS FROM MERIDA

LAS COLORADAS & RÍA LAGARTOS FROM MERIDA

Category: Ecotourism
Location: Mérida

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.

 

Daily departures from Mérida, Yucatán.

7:00 a.m. - Departure time

7:45 ​​- 10:45 a.m.
Travel from Mérida to Las Coloradas

10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Las Coloradas, salt industry

12:15 - 12:25 p.m.
Travel from Las Coloradas to the beach

12:25 - 1:10 p.m.
Cancunito Beach, Platino Beach

1:10 - 1:30 p.m.
Travel from the beach to Río Lagartos

1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Boat tour on Río Lagartos

3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Gourmet restaurant El Maleconcito

5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Travel from the restaurant to Mérida.

7:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Arrival in Mérida.
We will drop you off at the same meeting point where we picked you up in the morning.

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What includes?

Activities
Free time
Bilingual guide
Lunch included
Transportation


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

Official Meeting Point

7:00 a.m. – Santa Ana Park
60th Street between 45th and 47th Streets

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

We recommend that you bring sunscreen, comfortable clothes, swimsuit, a change of clothes, water, and cash.

  • Wear light beach clothing, 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.
  • Wear a hat or cap, sunglasses, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent.
  • Mexican citizens must 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.

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