The Flamingo Route Tour
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The Flamingo Route Tour

This fascinating tour will take you to discover two of the most impressive natural gems of the Yucatan Peninsula: the spectacular pink lagoons of Las Coloradas and the biodiverse Río Lagartos Natural Reserve, home to the majestic pink flamingo.

Río Lagartos
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About The Flamingo Route Tour

This fascinating tour will take you to discover two of the most impressive natural gems of the Yucatan Peninsula: the spectacular pink lagoons of Las Coloradas and the biodiverse Río Lagartos Natural Reserve, home to the majestic pink flamingo. Main Itinerary Las Coloradas: You'll begin by visiting this magical place where you'll observe different bodies of water used in the salt production process, some tinted with an impressive pink color due to the high concentration of microorganisms and minerals Río Lagartos: You'll explore this picturesque fishing village located in a protected natural reserve, navigating by boat through its channels surrounded by mangroves Wildlife Watching: During the boat tour, you'll be able to observe various species such as pink flamingos, herons, eagles, pelicans, cormorants, and crocodiles in their natural habitat Mayan Bath: You'll experience a unique tradition by covering your body with nutrient-rich clay, an ancestral practice with beneficial properties for the skin Virgin Beach: You'll culminate the adventure at a semi-private beach with crystal-clear waters where you can rinse off the clay and relax

What's included?

Included

  • Round-trip transportation in air-conditioned vehicles
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
  • Panoramic view of Las Coloradas from the boat
  • Boat tour through Río Lagartos Reserve
  • Life jacket for navigation
  • Mayan Bath with natural clay
  • Free time at semi-private beach
  • À la carte lunch (options: fish, chicken, or vegetarian)
  • 1 drink included with lunch (soft drink or beer)
  • 2 bottles of water during transportation

Not included

  • Additional cost: Eco-tax of $25 USD per person (mandatory payment for area conservation)

Good to know

  • Comfortable clothing and footwear
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Biodegradable sunscreen (important for ecosystem protection)
  • Biodegradable insect repellent
  • Sunglasses or cap

Meeting point

Río Lagartos
Río Lagartos