Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos.
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. worth booking?
Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. is a 12-hour experience in Punta Sam, Mexico, from $125 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (11)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $125 per person
Discover the pink of Lake Las Coloradas and the contrast of the Lagartos River with the beautiful flamingos on the day trip from your hotel door. On your visit to the Riviera Maya you can't miss Las Coloradas, an amazing paradise that we must all visit. There is a place in the port of Las Coloradas, Yucatan, which seems the scene of a fantastic dream. This visual spectacle is known as "Pink Lake". In this fishing village, the salt industry is indispensable. It was the salt deposits that accumulated in the lake that stained its waters with a spectacular pink hue. Important information: From July 19 to August 19, 2023, due to the beginning of the salt harvest, the pink tone of Las Coloradas is much lower and you will not be able to appreciate the characteristic color of this area. We thank you for your understanding.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the pink of Lake Las Coloradas and the contrast of the Lagartos River with the beautiful flamingos on the day trip from your hotel door. On your visit to the Riviera Maya you can't miss Las Coloradas, an amazing paradise that we must all visit. There is a place in the port of Las Coloradas, Yucatan, which seems the scene of a fantastic dream. This visual spectacle is known as "Pink Lake". In this fishing village, the salt industry is indispensable. It was the salt deposits that accumulated in the lake that stained its waters with a spectacular pink hue. Important information: From July 19 to August 19, 2023, due to the beginning of the salt harvest, the pink tone of Las Coloradas is much lower and you will not be able to appreciate the characteristic color of this area. We thank you for your understanding.
What's included
Included
- 2 Hours Boat ride at Rio Lagartos
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Visit to crocodile farm
- A bottle of water
- Las Coloradas Admission
- Snacks
Not included
- Carbonated beverages
- Government fees
What you'll see and do
Las Coloradas
On this tour you can enjoy the nature that surrounds us in a day, we will travel to Las Coloradas a small fishing village located in the east of the state of Yucatan. We'll get you to your hotel, we'll all go up to the minivan. It will be a journey of about 3 hours. Because our departure is very early, along the way we will give you a box lunch for you to enjoy. Arriving in the village of Las Coloradas you will be a few steps from the sandy roads facing the most spectacular pink lake of Mexico, result of the extraction of sea salt in the region. Las Coloradas is a simple population that lives mainly from salt extraction and fishing.The first thing to do in Las Coloradas is to walk the sandy paths and admire, while taking photographs, the unique spectacle of pink water in Yucatan.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Rio Lagartos
We will go up once again to transport and head to Rio Lagartos which is located 38 km west of Las Coloradas. When we arrive we will board a boat that will take us through a tour through the mangroves of Río Lagartos and the protected environmental reserve called Ria Lagartos that constitutes a natural area. It will be a two-hour tour, where you will be a spectator of one of the attractions that Río Lagartos has are the flamingos that come to feed and nest the Biosphere, and that offer a beautiful spectacle when they arrive in large flocks painting the sky pink. We will reach a mat that will give us access to see more closely the pink flamingos while feeding, just remember to be very quiet as as any bird gets scared easily. As we approach to admire them you will see some sea cockroaches that are walking around the place, some puffer fish and other species of birds. At the end of the flamingo sighting you can head to the "Maya Bath" where you will enjoy cooling off in a mud of pink or golden waters, this due to its high concentrations of sulfur, minerals, salts and algae that it possesses, those that act as exfoliants to skin, leaving a feeling of softness throughout the body.
120 minutes here
The food you can delight will be held in the restaurant Los Negritos where you can choose one of the dishes from the main menu.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Holbox and Bacalar Tour
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important information: From July 19 to August 19, 2023, due to the beginning of the salt harvest, the pink tone of Las Coloradas is much lower and you will not be able to appreciate the characteristic color of this area. We thank you for your understanding.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing day
This was so pretty and I got some amazing insta worthy shots The guide also took drone footage of me Was good fun for sure The crocodiles where amazing I got to feed them surprised gentle x
via Viator
Great day out with varied activities
Travelling from playa de carmen takes 2hrs 45min but worth the journey for the 'instagrammable' salt flats, exciting boat ride and visit to the croc farm. An excellent lunch included and the tour guide (maui and manuel, the driver) was very friendly and knowledgable. Defo reccomend we had a great time
via Viator
Excellent tour
Although the tour included a very long bus ride, we throughly enjoyed the pink lakes. Food was good and guides were very professional
Response from the operator: Hello! We are glad to hear that your tour was excellent and that you enjoyed the beautiful destination. We look forward to seeing you again for other wonderful experiences in the Mexican Caribbean. Thank you for your preference. Have a great day!
via Viator
When they were good they were very, very good and when they were bad......
This trip had an excellent range of acivities. The lake is genuinely pink, no filters needed, the boat trip was lovely and a great chance to spot the local wildlife, the crocodile farm was very interesting and the crocodiles and black headed vultures very sweet. Our guide Arturo was professional and informative and managed to convey everything to the party in at least four different languages that i heard. Most impressive. So given all this why only 3 stars you ask? Two main issues (one easily solved by taking a few snacks) and the other very major indeed. As a vegetarian, being given a ham sandwich for my lunch box was not great and there doesn't seem to be any way to request another option. There was a salad option for lunch but i found it too salty to eat (apparently the chicken dish was okay). So, if you are picky take your own snacks. However, then there is the thing we could do nothing about and which did its best to ruin our day. Our bus was full and as our connectiin arrived late we were in the back seats. These seats are probably fine for kids up to age 10 but they are not big enough for adults. The four of us in the row couldnt all lean back at once because our shoulders would not fit. My husband and i both ended sitting on sharp edges at the sides of the seats and i still feel bruised today (i have never had trouble fitting in a seat before and luckily everyone else in our row was slender). We were stuck thigh to thigh, literally couldn't move and after three hours felt hideously claustrephobic. I suggest the people arranging these trips get put four across in the back of this bus and driven round for a total of six hours like we were. Most physically uncomfortabke bus ride i have ever been on.
Response from the operator: Hi Gillian! We are glad you left us your comment, it is important for us to know why you gave us a 3 in rating and improve our service if possible. We do not offer different options in our breakfast box lunch, however, it is important that you write us on the platform if you have any special request, that way we will look for a way to help you or you can prevent this kind of situations by bringing the snacks you consider for the trip. The second point you mention unfortunately is out of our control, this is a shared service, we try to give the best seats to all our customers, but they are occupied as they arrive. On the other hand we are glad to know that you enjoyed the spectacular site of las coloradas and rio lagartos, this is a wonderful place, we will take all your comments in order to improve our services and try to avoid this kind of situations. Thank you so much and we hope that you visit us soon!
via Viator
Should be a nature river tour with salt pond.
The pink lakes are nothing but a salt pond. There is only one. It is not very pretty. you want to take it at very special angles to get any beauty. However the boat ride associated with the pink Lakes tour is incredible. Seeing lots of nature and wildlife. Seeing the flamingos, crocodiles, eagles, other birds was awesome. The lunch was fantastic.
Response from the operator: Hi Leigh! We are glad you enjoyed this amazing tour, our first priority is that you had an amazing day and your feedback helps us to achieve a high quality service. Las Coloradas is a town dedicated to the salt industry, this site since its beginnings had a high concentration of microorganisms and salt that give the pink tone that has the lake of this town, it is important that being a natural phenomenon its visual appearance varies according to different factors, such as weather, season, among other things. We invite you to check out our other tours, where you can get a variety of activities to enjoy according to your interests throughout the Mexican Caribbean. We hope to see you soon again!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Holbox and Bacalar Tour, who run 11 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.2.
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Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Punta Sam.
How much does Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. cost?
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Prices start at $125 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Punta Sam usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. take?
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Plan for about 12 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 Punta Sam is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Punta Sam, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos.?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos.?
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Around 4 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 Punta Sam 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 Punta Sam and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. 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 Punta Sam 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 Punta Sam?
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On Outty we rank every Punta Sam experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch, Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch, Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Exploration, Lunch & Tastings. 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 Punta Sam?
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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 Punta Sam?
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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.
What is included in Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos.?
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Included: 2 Hours Boat ride at Rio Lagartos; In-vehicle air conditioning; Lunch; Visit to crocodile farm; and A bottle of water. Not included: Carbonated beverages; and Government fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 294 listed pickup locations in and around Punta Sam. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos.?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos. if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Full-Day Tour to Las Coloradas Pink Paradise in Yucatan and Rio Lagartos.?
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Across 11 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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