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Excursion to Magical town of Bacalar and its Colorful Lagoon

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Overview

Travel to Bacalar for a full-day shared experience built around freshwater beauty, relaxed town charm, local flavor, and scenic lagoon views. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to discover a quieter side of Quintana Roo, far from the busy beach areas and closer to the calm landscapes that make Bacalar so special.

The day begins with shared pickup by bus or minibus and a box lunch during the morning route before arriving in Bacalar. Once in town, travelers will enjoy breakfast with local-style options such as Mexican eggs, chicken chilaquiles, eggs with chaya, hotcakes, a fresh fruit bowl, or other available dishes.

From there, the experience moves through Bacalar’s most representative highlights: swimming at Cenote Azul, relaxing at Balneario Mármol, enjoying a pontoon ride across the famous Lagoon of the Seven Colors, seeing ancient stromatolites, visiting San Felipe Fort, and stopping at the colorful Bacalar letters before returning to Cancun and the Riviera Maya.

What's Included

  • Breakfast Breakfast with one dish of your choice from the available options: chicken chilaquiles, beef chilaquiles, Mexican style eggs, eggs with chaya, eggs with ham, hot cakes, or fruit bowl
  • Meals Lunch with one dish of your choice from the available options: deviled fish fillet, fish fillet with garlic mojo, grilled fish fillet, or breaded chicken fillet
  • Visit to the Bacalar letters photo spot
  • Drinks at restaurants
  • Entrances taxes and services fee (765 MXN per person)
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Meeting and Pickup

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We offer roundtrip transportation (from hotel or meeting point, as applicable) for all travelers who book this tour.Areas to which the transportation service applies:CANCUN: • Downtown Cancun • Hotel zone • Puerto Juarez • Playa Mujeres • Costa Mujeres • Puerto CancunPUERTO MORELOS: • Bus stop at Chedraui Puerto Morelos supermarketPLAYA DEL CARMEN: • Downtown Playa del Carmen (for hotels on the coast, due to the narrow streets, the closest meeting point applies) • Hotel zone • Playacar • Dorado Royale • Playa Paraiso • Punta Maroma • El Caracol • Paa MulRIVIERA MAYA: • Puerto Aventuras • Xpu Ha • Akumal • ChemuyilTULUM: • Downtown Tulum, hotel zone and metropolitan area: Only one meeting point applies within the city, Super Akí Tulum supermarket. • Tulsayab • Jacinto Pat • XcacelNOTE: Some hotels or hotel complexes on the list do not allow access to the facilities, so pick-up at the closest possible access or entrance applies.NOTE 2: Some hotels or lodging centers are located in areas with difficult access (very narrow streets, alleys, streets in poor condition, blockages, or for security reasons), so pick-up at the closest possible point applies.NOTE 3: The exact pick-up time varies by hotel. Some estimated times are: Cancun: 6:05 AM / 7:00 AM Puerto Morelos: 6:45 AM / 8:00 AM Playa del Carmen: 7:00 AM / 9:00 AM Riviera Maya: 7:30 AM / 10:30 AM Tulum: 7:00 AM / 8:00 AMThe time that appears on your ticket (7:00 AM) is the general pick-up time in Cancun, where our buses depart and pick up.*** If your hotel is not listed, please ask us if we can pick you up there, or what would be the closest possible meeting point. ****** You will receive a final confirmation message (one day before the scheduled date of your excursion) with the exact pick-up time and point, to your contact information. ***

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Cancun

The day starts with shared pickup from Cancun and the Riviera Maya in a bus or minibus. During the morning route, travelers will receive a box lunch before the journey continues south toward Bacalar.This first transfer marks the shift from the busy Caribbean resort areas to a quieter side of Quintana Roo, where freshwater landscapes, lagoon views, local food, and small-town history shape the experience.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Bacalar

Once the group arrives in Bacalar, the visit begins with breakfast. Travelers may choose from available local-style options such as Mexican eggs, chicken chilaquiles, eggs with chaya, hotcakes, a fresh fruit bowl, or other dishes offered that day.This meal stop gives guests time to recharge and ease into the relaxed rhythm of Bacalar before the water activities and sightseeing begin.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Cenote Azul

The first natural stop is Cenote Azul, one of Bacalar’s most representative freshwater locations. Known for its deep blue tones and refreshing water, this cenote offers time to swim, relax, and enjoy a peaceful natural setting.It is a calm introduction to Bacalar’s aquatic side, giving travelers a moment to cool off before continuing toward the lagoon area.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Bacalar

The route then continues to Balneario Marmol, a scenic freshwater area connected to the lagoon landscape of Bacalar. Here, guests can enjoy clear water, take photos, admire the blue tones of the surroundings, and spend time in a slower, more peaceful environment.This stop highlights the calm personality of Bacalar, offering a different atmosphere from the busier beach destinations of the Mexican Caribbean.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Lago Bacalar (Lake of the Seven Colors)

One of the main moments of the day is the pontoon ride across Bacalar Lagoon, also known as the Lake of the Seven Colors. From the boat, travelers can enjoy wide freshwater views, soft blue shades, and the quiet beauty that makes this destination so distinctive.During the ride, guests will also see ancient stromatolites, natural formations that add ecological and visual importance to the lagoon scenery.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Fuerte San Felipe Bacalar

The experience also includes a visit to San Felipe Fort, one of Bacalar’s most important historical landmarks. This fortress is connected to the town’s past and its defense against pirate attacks, adding a cultural layer to the day.This stop helps connect Bacalar’s peaceful lagoon setting with the stories and history that shaped the town.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Bacalar

Before leaving town, travelers will stop at the colorful Bacalar letters, one of the classic photo spots of the destination. This is a simple and cheerful moment to capture a memory of the visit with the town’s name as the background.It adds a final local touch before the return journey begins.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Cancun

At the end of the tour, travelers will board the bus or minibus for the return to Cancun and the Riviera Maya. After a full day of breakfast, cenote swimming, lagoon scenery, a pontoon ride, historical landmarks, photo stops, and Bacalar’s relaxed atmosphere, the experience concludes with drop-off at the corresponding hotel or meeting point.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Excursion to Magical town of Bacalar and its Colorful Lagoon?

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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What's Included

Activity name

  • BreakfastBreakfast with one dish of your choice from the available options: chicken chilaquiles, beef chilaquiles, Mexican style eggs, eggs with chaya, eggs with ham, hot cakes, or fruit bowl
  • MealsLunch with one dish of your choice from the available options: deviled fish fillet, fish fillet with garlic mojo, grilled fish fillet, or breaded chicken fillet
  • Visit to the Bacalar letters photo spot
  • Travel in panoramic buses or minibuses with air conditioning
  • Bottled water
  • Shared pickup transportation service
  • Visit to San Felipe Fort in Bacalar
  • Swimming time at Cenote Azul
  • Boat ride through Bacalar Lagoon
  • Visit to Balneario Marmol
  • Certified guides with knowledge of Bacalar’s culture and history
  • Drinks at restaurants
  • Entrances taxes and services fee (765 MXN per person)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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