Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen
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Is Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen worth booking?
Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen is a 11-hour experience in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, from $142 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $142 per person
Discover the magic of Las Coloradas, a unique destination in the northern Yucatán Peninsula, famous for its stunning pink lake. This place captivates with its intense colors and almost magical landscapes, offering a uniq
What you get
- Round trip from Playa Del Carmen
- Bilingual guide
- Includes box lunch (sandwich, juice, fruit)
- Lunch (1 dish to choose)
- Free time to take pictures in the Pink Lake, Mayan Exfoliation and Free time in the Beach.
- Visit to Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas
About this experience
Discover the magic of Las Coloradas, a unique destination in the northern Yucatán Peninsula, famous for its stunning pink lake. This place captivates with its intense colors and almost magical landscapes, offering a unique opportunity for nature lovers and picture enthusiasts. During the visit, a certified guide will explain the salt production process and the reason behind the lake’s remarkable color, making your tour both educational and fascinating. You can walk around the lake, take spectacular photos, and enjoy the tranquility of this unparalleled natural setting. Additionally, you will enjoy a boat ride through Río Lagartos, where you can observe birds, wildlife, and the different types of mangroves that make up this vibrant ecosystem. The experience is completed with a delicious meal of your choice, making this adventure a unique and memorable experience in direct contact with nature.
What's included
Included
- Round trip from Playa Del Carmen
- Bilingual guide
- Includes box lunch (sandwich, juice, fruit)
- Lunch (1 dish to choose)
- Free time to take pictures in the Pink Lake, Mayan Exfoliation and Free time in the Beach.
- Visit to Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas
Not included
- Beverages in the restaurant
- Government fees
What you'll see and do
Las Coloradas
In this adventure we will do a pink tour, the great pink lake, and we will visit an extraordinary place located in Río Lagartos in the state of Yucatán. We will navigate through the mangrove swamp of this ecological reserve, we will admire the diversity of wildlife in which we will see various species in their natural areas such as flamingos, pelicans, herons, eagles, and crocodiles, you will learn about the process of salt and rose. -colorful ponds, and taking a Mayan bath involves visiting the mounds of mud to hydrate the skin, a bath in the fresh water of this beautiful place, ending this adventure you will learn about the gastronomy of this town, you will eat seafood prepared by the villagers themselves, It will be an extraordinary adventure
120 minutes here · Admission included
Rio Lagartos
Las Coloradas is a place north of the Yucatan peninsula. The popularly known as pink beach in Yucatan is visited annually by thousands of tourists intrigued by its peculiar pink lake, this paradise of calm waters is in the Yucatan peninsula and is world famous. Those who have visited it are impressed by its beauty. The pink lagoon is a spectacle to behold that no one can miss. The lagoon has this very particular pink color because the water has a very high concentration of salt, in addition to the depth, millions of microorganisms live that give it that pink appearance. Keep in mind that depending on the sunlight it is the shadow that you will see. Forks! It is not the same shade of pink in the morning as it is at sunset.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Only Vacations & Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes.
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
- Use biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent.
- A long trip to get Las Coloradas, 3 hours to go and 3 hours to return
- We are not responsible for forgotten or lost items on the tour, transportation, lockers, seats. Make sure you don't forget your personal belongings when getting off the transportation
- Infants under 3 years old, does not include food or bus seats
- The bus has 1 bathroom, you are only allowed to use number 1, you cannot use number 2 because the bathroom has ventilation connections to the entire bus and if you use number 2 the entire bus would smell bad, stops will be made at the places visited where you can use the bathroom
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great
Great trip and management. Loved the staff, sevice and overall experience. Would surely recommend anyone going to Cancun for this
Response from the operator: Hello Dear Customer: Thank you for your comments, this tour is the best , all our customer loved this ecotouristic tour. I hope you can return with us in your next vacation. We are at your disposal Best Regards.
via Viator
Amazing day
We got an amazing time. Tour guides and the experience was just mindblowing. Learning a bit more about the the salt production and the mayan mud were just a perfect combo. The lunch was realy tasty.
Response from the operator: Dear customer: We appreciate your comments, your visit, to have meet you, I hope you can return with us in your next holidays with your family and friends, I am glad you have done the best service we have, have a wonderful day.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $142 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa del Carmen.
How much does Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen cost?
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Prices start at $142 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Playa del Carmen usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Playa del Carmen is not rushed.
Is Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Playa del Carmen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Playa del Carmen can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Playa del Carmen and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Explore the Nature: Las Coloradas & Rio Lagartos from Playa del Carmen start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Playa del Carmen within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Playa del Carmen?
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On Outty we rank every Playa del Carmen experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour, VIP Tulum Private Tour, Chichen Itza Private Tour VIP. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Playa del Carmen?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Playa del Carmen?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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