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Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon and Mayan Experience Combo Tour

Costa Maya, Mexico
  • 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Make the most of your time at shore and learn more about Yucatan culture on this half-day tour to Bacalar. Start off by visiting the Mayan village of Chacchoben where you can see, firsthand, the daily life of its people. Enjoy a traditional meal with recipes handed down over several generations before visiting the Seven-Color Bacalar Lagoon, where you can enjoy the area at your leisure.
  • Swim, sunbathe, kayak, and more at Bacalar
  • Learn about the history of the ancient Mayans
  • Hear stories of pirates and smugglers
  • A traditional Mayan lunch with drinks is included

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
    Enjoy authentic Mayan dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients — mostly vegetables, with poultry or meat options available. Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements.
  • Bottled water
  • Kayaks
  • Soda/Pop
    Horchata, Hibiscus & Iced Tea included.
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Av. P.º del Puerto 1180, 77976 Mahahual, Q.R., Mexico

    Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks, starting from the conveniently located Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the Port. Please consider the total time to walk from your cruise to the excursion office is about 15 minutes.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 10/25/2019 - 05/11/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Itinerary

1

Chacchoben

1 hour 20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Lake Bacalar

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
  • Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
  • Cruise guests arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options
  • No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
  • IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship and docking time
  • Weight limit for a single kayak is 220 pounds or 270 pounds for a double kayak
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.4
based on 9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Not your usual snorkel trip:)

Doug_R, Feb 2023
Very authentic tour with a mayan descendent. Enjoyed space Getting to share in the mayan culture and their fresh cuisine.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Dear Doug_R, Thank you for taking the time to write about your experience on the Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon and Mayan Experience Combo Tour! :) We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the authenticity of the tour and appreciated the opportunity to learn about the Mayan culture from a descendant. We're also happy to hear that you enjoyed the fresh cuisine. We appreciate your positive feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another memorable experience in the future. Best regards, The Next Experience Travel Team

Wonderful day

Lucia_P, Dec 2019
Brand new vans to take you around .Mayan family visit -food was really great ...hospitality with this company exceptional .There are no words to explain the beautiful lake went out kayaking the color of the water was so unbelievable...Best day Jim& Lucia

Response from Host, Jan 2020

Hola Jim & Lucia! Thank you for taking the time to share your comments and recommendations! We are truly happy that you had enjoyed your Mayan Family Visit + Bacalar Lagoon tour and you had a perfect day with us at Costa Maya! Thank you again for choosing local and choosing us for your next experience! As we say, come as a traveler, leave as a friend! :) We look forward to show you a bit more of Mexico next time! Hasta pronto and our best wishes for 2020! Mario The Next Experience Team

Highly recommended experience

Maria_D, Apr 2026
It was a very good way to get to know the Mayan culture. Victoria, Orchid and Felipa taught us very kindly typical Mayan cuisine. And Magali, our guide, did a great job explaining everything. Abel also brought his kindness and great driving. We were lucky because we were alone on the tour and arrived first to the 7 color lagoon.
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