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Ichkabal Ruins, Lagoon & Los Rapidos by Locals — Bacalar in 1 Day

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On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.

4 to 10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Spanish
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Overview

Some places don't ask for your attention. They take it.

Ichkabal is one of them — one of Mexico's most recently uncovered Maya cities, still untouched by crowds.

Structure 4 rises taller than the pyramids of Chichén Itzá. You'll stand on top and understand why the Maya chose this place.

A professional local guide walks with you — not a leaflet. Real history, at your own pace, with answers to everything you ask.

Cruise the Seven Colors Lagoon by pontoon and float through Los Rápidos' crystal-clear channels.

Choose your day: ruins only, ruins + rapids, or the full experience with a pontoon cruise across the lagoon. Small group, door-to-door pickup, all tickets included. No rush.

Bacalar, the way it was meant to be.

What's Included

  • Door-to-door hotel & B&B pickup, wait time at every stop & return
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Shared pontoon cruise on the Seven Colors Lagoon (option 3)
  • Meals at Los Rápidos (restaurants available on-site at own expense)
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional for driver and guide
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Meeting and Pickup

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The driver will arrive outside your hotel or Airbnb, please remember the pick up in Xulha, huay pix and sorounding areas of bacalar the pick up starts 1 hour before de departure time.

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Zona arqueológica ichkabal

Travelers will walk through the ancient plazas of one of Mexico's most recently excavated Maya cities, guided by a professional local guide who brings the history to life. The highlight: climbing a massive pyramid that rises higher than those of Chichén Itzá, with panoramic views of uninterrupted jungle stretching to the horizon.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Lago Bacalar (Lake of the Seven Colors)

Travelers will cruise across the famous Seven Colors Lagoon aboard a comfortable shared pontoon, taking in the shifting shades of turquoise that give Bacalar its name. The boat stops in open water for swimming, and fresh tropical fruit is served on board while you enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Los Rápidos de Bacalar

Travelers will enter a natural canal where a gentle underground current flows through crystal-clear water. Here they can swim and float carried by the current, surrounded by mangroves and jungle on both sides — one of Bacalar's most unique and memorable experiences.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • In these zones, it is permitted to take a taxi if needed, except at the Ichkabal ruins.
  • The visit to Los Rapidos is to see the canal and enjoy it, the restaurant and other facilities have usage surcharges that are not included in this ticket.

Frequently Asked Questions (9)

Q: Will I get seasick on Ichkabal Ruins, Lagoon & Los Rapidos by Locals — Bacalar in 1 Day?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-374638P7

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Door-to-door hotel & B&B pickup, wait time at every stop & return
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Shared pontoon cruise on the Seven Colors Lagoon (option 3)
  • All entry fees included
  • Fresh tropical fruit served on board (option 3)
  • Fully stocked cooler with soft drinks and water
  • Los Rápidos natural channel — swim & float (options 2 & 3)
  • Local captain-guide on the lagoon (option 3)
  • Professional bilingual guide at the Ichkabal Maya ruins
  • Meals at Los Rápidos (restaurants available on-site at own expense)
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional for driver and guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • In these zones, it is permitted to take a taxi if needed, except at the Ichkabal ruins.
  • The visit to Los Rapidos is to see the canal and enjoy it, the restaurant and other facilities have usage surcharges that are not included in this ticket.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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