The Flamingo Route Tour: Río Lagartos & Las Coloradas
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.
About The Flamingo Route Tour: Río Lagartos & Las Coloradas
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
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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
Tickets
The Flamingo Route Tour: Río Lagartos & Las Coloradas