Las Coloradas Tour from Cancun and Playa del Carmen
Overview
Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of northern Yucatán on this thoughtfully curated eco-tour. Start with a guided boat journey through the Río Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, a protected wetland bursting with life. As you glide through the mangroves, spot flamingos, crocodiles, and a wide range of bird species while learning about the area’s ecological significance.
Next, visit Las Coloradas to experience the striking pink salt lagoons, one of Yucatán’s most unique landscapes. Discover the traditional salt-making process and enjoy time to capture photos of the vibrant colors.
Pause for a traditional Mexican lunch inspired by regional cuisine before finishing the day at a community-led crocodile conservation center. Here, local efforts focus on rehabilitation, protection, and sustainable livelihoods, offering a meaningful blend of nature, wildlife, and cultural insight.
What's Included
- Bottle water
- Round transportation from Cancun & Playa del Carmen
- Ham sandwich, juice and a piece of fruit during the transportation
- Mexican meal (1 dish included)
- Short stop at a Crocodile Sanctuary
- Rio Lagartos Biosphere boat ride
- Bilingual guides (english and spanish)
- Las Coloradas pink lake guided tour and free time
- Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
- Beverages in the restaurant
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points for travelers that are in downtown hotels and airbnb's or any location that we can't reach:Cancun Meeting Point: in front of the lobby at Oasis Smart in Tulum AvenuePlaya Del Carmen: Cocobongo at Playa Del CarmenTulum: There is no pick up in any hotel or airbnb, the meeting point will be at Super Aki market main gate over in federal avenueThe pick up time is set acording to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as posible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service
What To Expect
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Las Coloradas
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
- Use biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent
- Does not include Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
- This is a full day tour, it will last around 13 hours depending on traffic and location
- The order of the stops may change during the tour
- Infants are required to sit on the laps of it's guardian
- We can only accommodate vegetarian diets for special dietary requests (Important to reach the operator directly)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Las Coloradas Tour from Cancun and Playa del Carmen?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Bottle water.
- Round transportation from Cancun & Playa del Carmen.
- Ham sandwich, juice and a piece of fruit during the transportation.
- Mexican meal (1 dish included).
- Short stop at a Crocodile Sanctuary.
- Rio Lagartos Biosphere boat ride.
- Bilingual guides (english and spanish).
- Las Coloradas pink lake guided tour and free time.
- Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person).
- Beverages in the restaurant.
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 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. 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 Las Coloradas Tour from Cancun and Playa del Carmen is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Las Coloradas Tour from Cancun and Playa del Carmen 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
- Bottle water
- Round transportation from Cancun & Playa del Carmen
- Ham sandwich, juice and a piece of fruit during the transportation
- Mexican meal (1 dish included)
- Short stop at a Crocodile Sanctuary
- Rio Lagartos Biosphere boat ride
- Bilingual guides (english and spanish)
- Las Coloradas pink lake guided tour and free time
- Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
- Beverages in the restaurant
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
- Use biodegradable sunscreen and insect repellent
- Does not include Tax reservation Rio lagartos ($27 USD per person)
- This is a full day tour, it will last around 13 hours depending on traffic and location
- The order of the stops may change during the tour
- Infants are required to sit on the laps of it's guardian
- We can only accommodate vegetarian diets for special dietary requests (Important to reach the operator directly)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
