Ichkabal Ruins, Lagoon & Los Rapidos by Locals — Bacalar in 1 Day
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)
- 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
Meeting and Pickup
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.
What To Expect
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Zona arqueológica ichkabal
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Lago Bacalar (Lake of the Seven Colors)
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Los Rápidos de Bacalar
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Ichkabal Ruins, Lagoon & Los Rapidos by Locals — Bacalar in 1 Day?
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Activity code: C-374638P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ichkabal Ruins, Lagoon & Los Rapidos by Locals — Bacalar in 1 Day is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ichkabal Ruins, Lagoon & Los Rapidos by Locals — Bacalar in 1 Day will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What'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)
- 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
- 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
