Day Trips from Cancun to Rio Lagartos

Discover unique wildlife in the Rio Lagartos biosphere reserve and be enchanted by the candyfloss pink lakes of Las Coloradas. Hop on the bus in Cancun or Riviera Maya and prepare to be amazed by the nature reserve’s abundance of flora and fauna, including flamingos, herons, and eagles. Pose for photos in front of the vast pink lagoons and learn about the long history of salt production there.

Escape the crowds of Cancun and explore the Yucatán’s hidden gems on a full-day tour to Las Coloradas and the Río Lagartos Nature Reserve. Marvel at the surreal pink lakes, spot flamingos and other wildlife by boat, enjoy a mineral-rich Mayan clay bath, and savor a local lunch, all in one seamless, stress-free adventure that blends nature, culture, and relaxation.

Leave the planning and driving to someone else on this full-day trip to the Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. Visit Las Coloradas, pink rose-colored lagoons within the reserve, and learn how locals extract salt from their seawater. Then, take a scenic boat ride through mangroves, watching for flamingos, eagles, crocodiles, and other wildlife. Enjoy a traditional Mayan clay exfoliation mud bath and finish your day with a seafood lunch at a local restaurant.

Leave the planning and driving to someone else on this day trip to the Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. Visit Las Coloradas, pink rose-colored lagoons within the reserve, and learn how locals extract salt from their seawater. Then, explore the mangroves, lagoons, and wetlands throughout the nature reserve, which serves as nesting grounds for a variety of shorebirds. Stop for lunch nearby before heading back to Cancún.

Embark on a unique journey to Las Coloradas, a charming fishing village and coastal gem known for its salt industry, surreal white mounds, and scenic mangroves. Even during the less vibrant pink season between July and August, the landscapes remain otherworldly. The adventure includes a boat tour through Rio Lagartos, where diverse wildlife, including flamingos, can often be spotted, offering a memorable glimpse into this striking and ecologically rich region.

Combine pink lagoons with the nature of the Yucatán Peninsula on this day trip to Las Coloradas and the Parque Natural Ría Lagartos. Offering an easy way to visit the sites from Cancun, the experience includes ample time for photos and bird spotting, along with guided commentary and a boat ride. Hear how the salt concentration turns the lakes a pretty hue of pink, and get tips to see flamingos, crocodiles, and more.

Venturing beyond Cancun's resort strip can feel like a significant undertaking—particularly for sites as far afield as Las Coloradas and Ría Lagartos, which sit roughly three hours from the city and require a boat tour to access the mangroves properly. This tour covers both in one booking, with a mangrove boat ride, crocodile and flamingo sightings, and the pink salt lake included.

Las Coloradas, a peculiar destination due to the concentration of salt and microorganisms that manage to give its waters a pink hue, which becomes an attraction for many tourists who seek to witness this landscape. Fill yourself with Arena (Mayan Bath), experience something different! You visit the river lagartos which is a nature reserve - Full 1-day tour of Las Coloradas and Rio Lagartos -Take Stunning and Unforgettable Photos -We have pick up in Many Hotels and Meeting Points Live this great tour knowing the great history, culture and nature of the Mayan Culture, Live an Experience that you will never Forget,

Explore the Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve with a professional guide on this private tour. Your driver will pick you up at your Tulum or Playa del Carmen hotel (Cancun and Puerto Morelos pickups are also available, for a fee) and take you to the reserve. You'll then hop on a boat for a tour of the area, where you'll see all sorts of wildlife, including the reserve's famous flamingos.

Witness the vivid beauty of Las Coloradas, where the pink salt lakes glow in shifting shades from pale orange to deep fuchsia. This full-day tour includes a scenic boat ride through the Ría Lagartos Reserve, home to flamingos, crocodiles, and diverse wildlife. With hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and 2- meals included, enjoy a smooth and immersive experience. Note that lake colors may vary depending on the salt harvest season.

Let yourself be seduced by the pink waters that hide on the Yucatan coast. On this excursion to Las Coloradas we will discover this natural park and the Lagartos River. A dream visit

Enter a surreal world on this trip to the Las Coloradas pink lake and Ría Lagartos biosphere reserve, where you’ll watch clouds of flamingos flocking to feed. Capture gorgeous photos by the lake and learn how salt is made, then enjoy a boat ride through the nature reserve, mud bath, and a lunch with dish choice at Los Negritos restaurant.

Take in the beauty of the rose-hued Las Colorados lakes and spend time exploring the natural wonders of the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve with this guided tour. You’ll take a boat ride through a mangrove that's inhabited by flamingos and pelicans and you'll partake in a DIY mud bath, using natural mud to purify your skin.

We will visit the biosphere reserve Ria Lagartos in the Yucatan Peninsula is a very important place for the reproduction of birds that find refuge. there we will have a boat ride and we will be able to observe flora and fauna endemic to Mexico. Exciting and wonderful feathers of the birds of the Yucatan you will find in this birding adventure. We will visit Rio Lagartos where you can observe endemic species in their habitat, we will sail through the mangroves in search of all the species that we can see in the sun and also in the dark. Full day tour We leave from Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen and Cancun.

Explore the enchanting Pink Lake on a tour of Las Coloradas that includes lunch and a serene boat ride through the UNESCO-listed Ría Lagartos bioreserve. Travel is worry-free with included transport from Cancun or Playa del Carmen, and your guide will help you spot incredible native wildlife, like the flamingos that call this stunning region home. It’s an effortless way to immerse yourself in nature’s vivid beauty and rich biodiversity.

Embark on a captivating full-day journey through Las Coloradas and Rio Lagartos from Riviera Maya. Prepare to be mesmerized by the enchanting hues of a pink lake at Las Coloradas, located on the Yucatan Peninsula. Delve into the intriguing history behind the striking color while immersing yourself in the incredible landscapes and capturing Instagram-worthy pictures. But the adventure doesn't end there. Dive into the refreshing waters of Rio Lagartos and set sail on a remarkable voyage of discovery.

Come and enjoy a place that will leave you breathless with a mixture of colors, flora and fauna that will make this day unique and special. Its virgin beaches, fauna and flora, seabirds such as pelicans and seagulls, and abundant mangroves are the main attractions. One of our guides will explain the process used in the place to obtain salt while you take incredible photos in the pink waters. See mangroves, flamingos and be able to swim in the incredible waters of the Caribbean Sea. End your day with an exquisite meal surrounded by this wonderful place while you watch a beautiful sunset.

Leave the driving and planning to someone else on this day trip to the Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. See the flamingos, herons, eagles, ospreys, and other birds and wildlife living in the reserve. Then, visit Las Coloradas, the pink rose-colored lagoons within the reserve, and learn how locals extract salt from the seawater.

The Las Coloradas salt pans are home to a weird yet beautiful pink salt lagoon, colored by microorganisms known as halobacteria. Discover it—and the Ría Lagartos nature reserve, home to flamingos, eagles, and more—on this full-day trip. You’ll ride a boat through the biosphere, take an exfoliating sand bath and lounge on the banks of the Lagartos River, as well as enjoying a boxed breakfast and a restaurant lunch.

Visit Las Coloradas on this full-day tour from Cancun and Playa del Carmen. Travel to Rio Lagarto Nature Reserve of the Yucatan Peninsula, where you can take in breathtaking landscapes artfully decorated with a vast array of unique wildlife including flamingos–turning the sky into a magical pink display. Then, stop by Las Coloradas, Mexico’s stunningly beautiful lagoon environment, where salt has been extracted from the seawater for decades. Return hotel transfers and a boxed lunch included for added convenience.

Discover the hidden gems of northern Yucatán on this rewarding eco-adventure. The day begins with a guided boat tour through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, a protected natural sanctuary known for its diverse wildlife. Keep watch for flamingos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species as your guide explains the importance of preserving this fragile environment. Continue on to Las Coloradas, where the famous pink lagoons create a truly unforgettable sight. Learn about the region’s salt production traditions and take time to photograph the vivid colors of this unique landscape. After enjoying a traditional Mexican lunch featuring local flavors, conclude the experience with a visit to a community-run crocodile sanctuary. Here, conservation and rehabilitation efforts help protect these remarkable reptiles while supporting local communities, creating a perfect balance of nature, education, and culture.

Leave the planning and driving to someone else on this packed day trip to the Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. See the flamingos, herons, eagles, ospreys, and other birds and wildlife living in the reserve. Then, visit Las Coloradas, the pink rose-colored lagoons within the reserve, and learn how locals extract salt from the seawater. Stop at a restaurant for a box lunch before returning to the Riviera Maya.

Explore Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas on an unforgettable adventure through the Yucatan Peninsula. You'll witness the vibrant pink lagoons, see graceful flamingos up close, and soak in the stunning natural beauty of the reserve. With round-trip transportation, a knowledgeable guide, and a delicious local lunch included, this experience promises a perfect day of discovery and relaxation.