Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included.
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. worth booking?
Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. is a 12-hour experience in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, from $125 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (2)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $125 per person
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 Las Coloradas is a magical, small fishing village that also has as an industry the salt market. Rich in ecosystem with vast vegetation and beautiful mangroves, in addition to being rich in water. Get ready to embark on a journey that will take you to know locations of what looks like another world. These shades along with their white mounds, products of the salt industry, makes the visitor feel that they are immersed in a dream. We will continue a boat tour of the famous Rio Lagartos, the mangrove area, there we will observe a great diversity of birds that roam the area, including on some occasions the majestic Flamingos.
What you get
About this experience
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 Las Coloradas is a magical, small fishing village that also has as an industry the salt market. Rich in ecosystem with vast vegetation and beautiful mangroves, in addition to being rich in water. Get ready to embark on a journey that will take you to know locations of what looks like another world. These shades along with their white mounds, products of the salt industry, makes the visitor feel that they are immersed in a dream. We will continue a boat tour of the famous Rio Lagartos, the mangrove area, there we will observe a great diversity of birds that roam the area, including on some occasions the majestic Flamingos.
What's included
Included
- Visit Las Coloradas
- Snacks
- Admission to Rio Lagartos
- 2 hours boat ride
- Lunch
- Bottle of water
Not included
- Carbonated beverages
- Reserve Tax (Rio Lagartos Nature), Rio Lagartos
What you'll see and do
Las Coloradas
This is the perfect tour to get out of the routine a little, you will enjoy nature with this day trip where we will travel to the pink paradise of Las Coloradas a small fishing village in the east of the state of Yucatan. We will give you a lunch box so you can taste on our way to this wonderful destination. When we arrive in Las Coloradas you will fall in love with the incredible contrasts of colors between the Lagunas Rosas, the flamingos and the blue sky, so you can mark that moment with many photographs. Its famous pink color of the waters of this place gives the village of Las Coloradas one of the most incredible landscapes that can be seen all over the world. Las Coloradas is also known for being the seat of one of the most important salt flats in the country, used since pre-Hispanic times, here one of our native guides will take you to know the history, the crops and the salt process.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Rio Lagartos
After capturing this moment and learn more about the lagoons. We will board one of our boats and take you through the reserve of Río Lagartos, on this small two-hour trip you will marvel at the birds that inhabit the place, such as the flamingos that visit the reserve, we will pass through all kinds of mangroves and you will see the wild crocodiles that live there. We will reach a point of our boat tour where you can give yourself the well-known Mayan bath, which consists of taking the clay mounds and passing it through your body, this natural product is beneficial for the skin, since being natural moisturizes and softens the dermis, after exfoliating a bath on the beach of Río Lagartos. 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.
120 minutes here
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
- Coba Tulum Tour Operator
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Pink Lake Amazing
The wildlife at the lagoon was fantastic. It was great to see crocs and birds free. 3 Pelicans flew and landed on our boat, which was definitely a highlight. It was a long day overall. We really enjoyed the lake experience, and the boat trip, but we wouldn’t have chosen the crocodile farm (which was one hour). We both felt this was awful.
via Viator
A good and different packaged experience
Liked the whole excursion especially viewing the flamingos and visiting the pink lake. Also, liked the crocodile conservation experience. I could have given a five star but the pickup was almost 30 mins late in the morning without any apology when they showed up. Later in the day, some tourists had a mud application on their skin and a swim afterwards. On getting to the boat drop off, tourists had to walk across and on the road in wet clothes to get to the restaurant to change clothes and have lunch. Not ideal, as some tourists were partially clothed. Apart from the two hitches, it was a good experience.
Response from the operator: We’re delighted to hear you had a great time! Thank you for your 4-star review and for helping us understand how we can reach that 5-star mark. We’re committed to enhancing our service, and we hope to impress you even more on your next visit!
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
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Coba Tulum Tour Operator, who run 20 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.2.
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Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa del Carmen.
How much does Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. 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 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 Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. 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 Playa del Carmen is not rushed.
Is Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Playa del Carmen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included.?
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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 Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. 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 Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included.?
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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 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. 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 Ride to a life changing cenotes tour, Chichén Itzá, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch and transportation, From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote. 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.
What is included in Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included.?
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Included: Visit Las Coloradas; Snacks; Admission to Rio Lagartos; 2 hours boat ride; and Lunch. Not included: Carbonated beverages; and Reserve Tax (Rio Lagartos Nature), Rio Lagartos. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 281 listed pickup locations in and around Playa del Carmen. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. 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 Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included.?
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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 Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Paradisiacal tour: Las Coloradas Pink Lake and Rio Lagartos with Lunch included. 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.
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