Las Coloradas (Pink Lakes) Attractions & Things to do

Explore one of the most beautiful landscapes that the Yucatan Peninsula has to offer. On this tour we will take you to Las Coloradas where you will take a walk in the company of a certified guide through the paths that cross the pink pools, including access to the park and the viewpoint.
Later we will visit Cancunito beach, which is an impressive virgin beach rated by many as one of the most beautiful in Yucatan. Here you will have free time to swim and take photos.
Then you will get to know the Río Lagartos Reserve Natural Park through the boat tour, this area is inhabited by beautiful flamingos, crocodiles, eagles, seagulls and many other species of the region. You will visit an incredible beach to exfoliate your skin with mud.
At the end of the boat ride, it is time to relax and prepare to enjoy a delicious culinary experience, unique to Rio Lagartos at the Maleconcito restaurant.
Duration: 12 hours.

If you love nature and are interested in seeing Mexico's exceptional wildlife. Then you won't want to miss this opportunity to go on this tour in Las Coloradas-Rio Lagartos.

Enjoy a spectacular day in the Mexican Caribbean. Sail and explore one of the most beautiful landscapes that the Yucatan Peninsula has to offer. On this tour, we will take you to Las Coloradas, a set of pink and orange lagoons located in Rio Lagartos, enjoy a boat ride where you will cross the mangrove area, while admiring the nesting of a variety of birds, including the popular pink flamingos.

Come face to face with crocodiles in their natural habitat in the Rio Lagartos reserve on your boat ride as you pass through the different mangroves.

Important information: From July 19 to August 19, 2023, due to the beginning of the salt harvest, the pink tone of Las Coloradas is much lower and you will not be able to appreciate the characteristic color of this area. We thank you for your understanding.
Duration: 11 to 14 hours.

This tour takes you to explore the beautiful landscapes of Yucatan. We will take you to Las Coloradas, a set of pink lagoons located in Rio Lagartos

In this excursion you will enjoy a boat ride through the mangrove area at the Biosphere Reserve of Rio Lagartos, nest of a variety of birds and marine species, including the popular pink flamenco.

You will discover the spectacular pink color cause by high concentration of salt and microorganisms in Las Coloradas, a small fishing village characterized by having the largest salt mine in Mexico.

To complete our tour you will enjoy a lunch and swim at Cenote Saamal
Duration: 8 to 11 hours.

Immerse yourself in the magic hidden within the Pink Sea at Las Coloradas. Located near the mystical Mexican Caribbean, within the Biosphere Reserve of RIO LAGARTOS, these pink lagoons promise not only spectacular views but also unforgettable experiences.

With Tourballoon, every corner becomes an adventure, every moment is a connection with nature. Feel the thrill as you glide in an exciting boat ride, capturing the elegance of flamingos dancing in their natural habitat.

Experience the Mayan history and traditions through a rejuvenating bath. Later, relax on the untouched beaches of RIO LAGARTOS, where the sun, sand, and sea conspire to grant you rest. And for those seeking a bit more adventure, uncover the secrets of the crocodiles at the Crocodile Farm.

Touch them, feed them, feel the raw thrill!
To crown your experience, indulge in a culinary feast. From fresh fish, either fried or grilled, to tasty ceviches and seafood soups that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Duration: 15 hours.

Explore an unparalleled landscape in the pink lagoons, Las Coloradas in Rio Lagartos. An excellent place for a photo session.

Then we will move to a virgin beach called Cancunito, where you can relax with all the tranquility you want.

Finally, we will take a boat ride where we will admire the landscapes, colors, flora and fauna of the place.

To finish, we will eat in one of the most welcoming and recommended restaurants in Rio Lagartos.


Duration: 11 to 12 hours.

An unusual day full of nature. Swimming in a cenote. We will set out to search for crocodiles, and among the mangrove forests we have the chance to see the nests of about 380 species of birds.

including flamingoes.

Duration: 12 hours.

If you love nature and are interested in viewing unique Mexican wildlife, this tour is for you. On this tour we will visit the Rio Lagarto Nature Reserve located on the Yucatan Peninsula, this place is characterized by its beautiful landscapes, flora and fauna such as the famous flamingos that come to this place to feed and nest, generating a unique spectacle painting the sky pink with their flight. Also, you can see other endemic birds of the region such as herons, eagles ospreys and even migratory species.

We’ll also stop by Las Coloradas, an area of the lagoon where salt has been extracted from the seawater for decades. You’ll definitely want to have your camera ready since this area is known for its breathtakingly beautiful pink lagoon water. In the same way, you can exfoliate the skin with a mud bath if you wish. After exploring the Rio Lagartos, you’ll probably be hungry.

Your guide will take you to a local restaurant where you can enjoy a delicius lunch.
Duration: 12 hours.

If you love nature and are interested in viewing unique Mexican wildlife, this tour is for you, On this tour we will visit the Rio Lagarto Nature Reserve located on the Yucatan Peninsula, this place is characterized by its beautiful landscapes, flora and fauna such as the famous flamingos that come to this place to feed and nest, generating a unique spectacle painting the sky pink with their flight. Also you can see other endemic birds of the region such as herons, eagles, ospreys.

We’ll also stop by Las Coloradas, an area of the lagoon where salt has been extracted from the seawater for decades. This area is home to the second largest salt factory in the country. You’ll definitely want to have your camera ready since this area is known for its breathtakingly beautiful pink lagoon water. After exploring the Rio Lagartos, you’ll probably be hungry. You can enjoy a delicius lunch in a restaurant.

Also, why not see a crocodile? What are you wait to live this amazing experience?
Duration: 12 hours.

Las coloradas is a magical place at the north of the Yucatan Peninsula. This place is amazing because of the color of its lake. The lake is a gorgeous color pink. Learn more about the reason of its color in this incredible tour where you will have the oppotunity of visit las Coloradas and take awesome pictures of the landscapes. A lifetime experience!

Also, you will visit the Rio Lagartos where you can swim in this refreshing water and get a "Mayan Bath" which is an ancient tradition that mayan people used to do to exfoliate and take care of their skin. The gorgeous view with such flora and wild fauna in the reservation is unique.Sail in this lake and discover the biodiversity of this place. You will see a biosphere full of life and vivid colours. You will know the salt process and enjoy a delicious luch with a dish to choose.
Duration: 12 hours.

If you love nature and are interested in viewing unique Mexican wildlife, this tour is for you, On this tour we will visit the Rio Lagarto Nature Reserve located on the Yucatan Peninsula, this place is characterized by its beautiful landscapes, flora and fauna such as the famous flamingos that come to this place to feed and nest, generating a unique spectacle painting the sky pink with their flight. Also you can see other endemic birds of the region such as herons, eagles, ospreys.

We’ll also stop by Las Coloradas, an area of the lagoon where salt has been extracted from the seawater for decades. This area is home to the second largest salt factory in the country. You’ll definitely want to have your camera ready since this area is known for its breathtakingly beautiful pink lagoon water. After exploring the Rio Lagartos, you’ll probably be hungry. You can enjoy a delicius lunch in a restaurant.

Also, why not see a crocodile? What are you wait to live this amazing experience?
Duration: 12 hours.

Get ready to embark on a journey that will take you to locations of other times and what seems like another world.

Discover the unrivaled pink tone of Lake Las Coloradas and the perfect contrast that the Lagartos River gives you with the beautiful flamingos on this day trip. We'll pick you up from your hotel door.

Las Coloradas its spectacular pink color is due to its high concentration of salt, microorganisms, and the sun. The intensity of the color varies depending on the position of the sun's rays, allowing us to admire a range of colors ranging from yellow and orange to pink that characterizes it.

Important information: From July 19 to August 19, 2023, due to the beginning of the salt harvest, the pink tone of Las Coloradas is much lower and you will not be able to appreciate the characteristic color of this area. We thank you for your understanding
Duration: 12 to 14 hours.

Discover in a unique and original way a connection with nature in this ecosystem full of flora and fauna, exotic animals, a lake with incredible colors and a beautiful landscape, away from the noise of the city, Las Coloradas will transport you to a wonderful place

Ride a boat through the Rio Lagartos reserve, looking for species including flamingos, pelicans, eagles and crocodiles, learn how salt is made at Las Coloradas, and enjoy a Mayan mud bath.

Our highly trained guides and drivers will tell you all about the history of these places
Duration: 12 hours.

If you love nature and are interested in viewing unique Mexican wildlife, this tour is for you, On this tour we will visit the Rio Lagarto Nature Reserve located on the Yucatan Peninsula, this place is characterized by its beautiful landscapes, flora and fauna such as the famous flamingos that come to this place to feed and nest, generating a unique spectacle painting the sky pink with their flight. Also you can see other endemic birds of the region such as herons, eagles, ospreys.

We’ll also stop by Las Coloradas, an area of the lagoon where salt has been extracted from the seawater for decades. This area is home to the second largest salt factory in the country. You’ll definitely want to have your camera ready since this area is known for its breathtakingly beautiful pink lagoon water. After exploring the Rio Lagartos, you’ll probably be hungry. Your guide will take you to a local restaurant where you can enjoy a delicius lunch.

Duration: 12 hours.

This Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas tour invites you to discover the Yucatán Peninsula's natural treasures with a look at the wild side of these unique eco-systems. Visit a crocodile sanctuary, marvel at flamingos, and savor a delicious local lunch in this exciting Yucatan day trip from Cancun or Playa del Carmen.
Duration: 11 to 12 hours.

Las Coloradas, a peculiar destination due to the concentration of salt and microorganisms that manage to give its waters a pink hue, which becomes an attraction for many tourists who seek to witness this landscape. Fill yourself with Arena (Mayan Bath), experience something different!
You visit the river lagartos which is a nature reserve

- Full 1-day tour of Las Coloradas and Rio Lagartos
-Take Stunning and Unforgettable Photos
-We have pick up in Many Hotels and Meeting Points

Live this great tour knowing the great history, culture and nature of the Mayan Culture, Live an Experience that you will never Forget,
Duration: 12 hours.

This is an exclusive combined tour for active travelers, where you can visit the largest and most famous archaeological complex of the Yucatan Peninsula, "Chichen Itza", swim in the fresh waters of the famous cenote "IK-Kil", as well as to wade on a boat through the mangroves of the biosphere reserve Rio Lagartos and see the valley of natural pink lakes "Las Coloradas". All sightes in one day!

*Please note that cenote Ikkil is still closed and on the tour, at the moment, we will visit the cenote Selva Maya, which is very similar to Ikkil, until Ikkil is opened.
Duration: 12 hours.

Are you ready to live a magical experience? Venture with us to a day full of sightings of beautiful landscapes and different types of migratory birds.

We will visit a Merida Beach that is considered one of the best in this area, where you will have free time to enjoy the turquoise waters and a little sun.

Then we will visit Las Coloradas which is a lagoon painted pink due to the salt process that takes place in this place, you will learn about this process and different places of interest in this paradisiacal place.

In addition to this you can have a boat ride through Ría Lagartos where you can observe different migratory birds among the mangroves and different species of flora and fauna to take a lot off photos. And why not? You can even see a crocodile if you are attentive.
Duration: 12 hours.

Discover the pink of Lake Las Coloradas and the contrast of the Lagartos River with the beautiful flamingos on the day trip from your hotel door. On your visit to the Riviera Maya you can't miss Las Coloradas, an amazing paradise that we must all visit.

There is a place in the port of Las Coloradas, Yucatan, which seems the scene of a fantastic dream. This visual spectacle is known as "Pink Lake". In this fishing village, the salt industry is indispensable. It was the salt deposits that accumulated in the lake that stained its waters with a spectacular pink hue.

Important information: From July 19 to August 19, 2023, due to the beginning of the salt harvest, the pink tone of Las Coloradas is much lower and you will not be able to appreciate the characteristic color of this area. We thank you for your understanding.
Duration: 12 hours.

A tour of the pink lakes of Las Coloradas, the nature reserve of Rio Lagartos in one Yucatan day trip from Cancun. 

The famous pink lakes of Las Coloradas are truly otherworldly, the pink hues a result of microscopic algae create a magical landscape of contrasts. You'll enjoy a guided tour of these salty lagoons before heading on to the next stop, the Rio Lagartos Biosphere. Rio Lagartos is a protected area rich in exotic flora and fauna, a bird watchers professional. Then, Board a small boat for a Rio Lagartos tour of the canals and lagoons, meet the local crocodiles and watch the flamingos walk on the water. You'll enjoy the natural properties of the clay mud, give yourself a full body mud spa treatment in the "Mayan Bath" for the softest skin, and enjoy a private beach for relaxing moments of bliss.
Duration: 14 hours.

Las Coloradas pink lakes is the place to go while you are on holidays in the Peninsula of Yucatan! Located at approximately 170 miles/3h30 driving from Cancun or Playa del Carmen, Las Coloradas, known as well as “pink lakes” are lagoons close to the ocean with bright pink color. Las Coloradas are the place of the production of a daily basic condiment, salt. Salt was extremely important in the Mayan culture for the preservation of the food as well as a nutritional need.

Important information: From July 19 to August 19, 2023, due to the beginning of the salt harvest, the pink tone of Las Coloradas is much lower and you will not be able to appreciate the characteristic color of this area. We thank you for your understanding
Duration: 12 hours.

This 13-hour day trip takes you from your hotel in Cancun inland to the recently excavated ruins of Ek Balam, a Mayan city full of carvings, tombs, wall paintings, and mysteries. Visit a tequila factory for a tasting, enjoy lunch, then head to Rio Lagartos, the Yucatan's famous pink lake—a mineral-rich lagoon where you can take a healing mud bath before cleansing off in the Gulf of Mexico. This private tour by air-conditioned minivan includes entrance fees, bottled water, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a private historian guide.
Duration: 13 hours.

Do you travel in a group? Take advantage of this private transport service offer for 1 to 5 people for the same price and get to know all these places. In this experience you can be in direct contact with nature in the beautiful port of Rio Lagartos, for your safety it has travel insurance. In this port you can take a boat ride where you will observe the different species of the place, including crocodiles, the beautiful vegetation of the mangroves but the main attraction are flamingos, also you can take a Mayan bath. Then we´ll visit the pink lagoon of Las Coloradas, in this place you can take excellent photographs. Then you will get to know the archaeological zone of Ek Balam where you can climb to the top of the pyramid, finally you will get to know the Mayan underworld through a beautiful cenote where you can enjoy Yucatecan cuisine. It should be noted that tickets and activities are not included in the service we offer. Prices and cenotes subject to change without prior notice.
Duration: 8 to 9 hours.

In this adventour we will go in a pink tour, the great pink lake, and we will visit an extraordinary place located in Rio Lagartos in Yucatan state.

We sailing away through the mangrove of this ecological reserve, we will admire the diversity of wildlife in which we will see various species in their natural areas such as flamingos, pelicans, herons, eagles and crocodiles, you will know the process of salt and rose-colored ponds, and take a mayan bath involves visiting the mounds of mud to moisturize the skin, a bath in the fresh water of this beautiful place, ending this adventour you will know the gastronomy of this town, you will eat seafood prepared by the same villagers, it will be an extraordinary adventour
Duration: 12 hours.

Discover the natural treasures of the Yucatan Peninsula of Río Lagartos and Las Coloradas on a guided tour. Visit a crocodile sanctuary, marvel at flamingos, and take stunning photos of the area.

Find crocodiles in their natural habitat with a visit to a crocodile sanctuary, and look for flamingos in the salt ponds of Las Coloradas.

Enjoy a guided tour of Río Lagartos and Las Coloradas on a day trip from Playa del Carmen or Cancun. Keep an eye out for crocodiles and get a closer look at them at a crocodile sanctuary. Marvel at the pink tones of the Las Coloradas lagoons and watch the flight of flamingos.
Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

A Yucatan day trip from Cancun or Playa del Carmen that immerses you in the natural beauty of this beautiful destination. Explore the pink lakes of Las Coloradas and explore Rio Lagartos nature reserve in a boat tour with an expert local guide, round-trip transportation and lunch at a local restaurant included!

Duration: 11 to 12 hours.

Contemplating nature and its colors is a life experience. This tour will take you through one of the national reserves, to get to know closely the habitat of many species.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

Its spectacular pink color is due to its high concentration of salt, microorganisms and the sun. The intensity of the color varies according to the position of the sun's rays, allowing us to admire a range of colors that go from yellow and orange to the pink that characterizes it.

We will take an impressive boat ride through the estuary, during the trip we will be accompanied by a guide, who will give us important information about the place, we will know the flora and fauna of the place, mangroves, crocodiles, migratory birds, flamingos in their natural habitat.

Next, we can enjoy a Mayan Bath and cover our bodies with clay full of nutrients to moisturize the skin. We will visit a virgin beach to wash off the mud in an incredible site of great natural beauty with crystal clear waters. At the end of this adventure, you will get to know the gastronomy of this town, you will eat seafood prepared by the villagers themselves, it will be an extraordinary adventure.


Duration: 12 hours.

Embark on a nature-filled adventure with our tour to the Rio Lagarto Nature Reserve on the Yucatan Peninsula.

Marvel at the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife, including the famed flamingos that grace the skies with their pink-hued flight.

Explore Las Coloradas, known for its breathtaking pink lagoon water, before enjoying a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Capture memories of this unforgettable journey through Mexico's natural wonders.
Duration: 12 hours.

Let yourself be seduced by the pink waters that hide on the Yucatan coast. On this excursion to Las Coloradas we will discover this natural park and the Lagartos River. A dream visit
Duration: 10 to 11 hours.

Discover the natural treasures of the Yucatan Peninsula of Río Lagartos and Las Coloradas on a guided tour. Visit a crocodile sanctuary, marvel at flamingos, and take stunning photos of the area.
Duration: 12 to 13 hours.

This unique tour takes you to explore the beautiful landscapes of Yucatan. We will take you to Las Coloradas, a set of pink lagoons located in Rio Lagartos, where you will enjoy a boat ride through the mangrove area, nest of a variety of birds and marine species, including the popular pink flamenco who have made of this site the perfect place to nest and give birth to their young.
Duration: 8 to 11 minutes.

A colonial city that is very important in the historical life of Mexico. The pink waters of Las Coloradas. Pink flamingos in their natural sanctuary.
Duration: 12 hours.

Ek Balam translated from the Mayan language as black jaguar, is a well-preserved Maya City which you'll get to visit on this private tour. See its main buildings and then see flocks of pink flamingos in their sanctuary in the Gulf Coast. Finally, go tequila tasting at a factory. Your tour includes transport and a guide. 
Duration: 12 hours.

【4 major destinations in 1 day】【Incredible pictures】

In just one day you will see 4 tourist spots of incredible colors.

1 Grand Cenote [The biggest and most famous in the area with crystal clear waters]

2 CHICHÉN ITZÁ [You will be able to know the Mayan culture and the beautiful nature]

3 CENOTE IK KIL (Lunch & picture time)

4 Pink Lake [A dream paradise with incredible colors]


Duration: 14 hours.

 a boat trip with an approximate duration of 2 hrs, where you can see the pink flamingos, pelicans, white herons, storks, eagles, and on the banks, usually some crocodiles sunbathing. During the tour you can take the "Mayan Bath" where you can muddy clay throughout your body, due to its high concentrations of minerals, salts and seaweed it contains, which act as skin scrubs, leaving a feeling of softness throughout the body. Finally they will move to Las Coloradas to observe the "Pink Sea"
Duration: 10 hours.

Important information: from July 19 to August 19, 2023, due to the beginning of the salt haverst, the pink tone of Las Coloradas is much lower and you will not be able to appreciate the characteristic color of this area. We thank you for your understanding.

Come face to face with crocodiles in their natural habitat at the crocodile sanctuary and look for flamingos in the salt ponds of Las Coloradas. Marvel at the different shades of pink in the lagoon of Rio Lagartos during a boat ride through the mangroves. Try to spot different birds, such as cormorants, ospreys, herons, and pelicans.

Our guided tour is ideal for families. We will take you to explore the nature of Rio Lagartos. This area is full of diverse wildlife and the lagoons of Las Coloradas contain a high concentration of salt and microscopic algae, tinting the waters yellow, orange or pink.

Explore the Mayan world on this incredible tour to Las Coloradas from Cancun!
Duration: 12 to 15 hours.

You visit the beautiful waters of Las Coloradas in which you can appreciate its beautiful pink tone, with the option of accessing the salt mine that is in the area, later you visit Rio Lagartos where we can enjoy a boat tour in which we can observe red mangrove, see exotic birds, crocodiles, and a fun Mayan bath with white clay.
At the end of the boat tour, you will visit a restaurant where you can enjoy food from a very varied list of dishes. If you want something different from the menu that it includes, you can give the difference in the cost of the included dishes.

Duration: 9 hours.

In this adventour we will go in a pink tour, the great pink lake, and we will visit an extraordinary place located in Rio Lagartos in Yucatan state. We sailing away through the mangrove of this ecological reserve, we will admire the diversity of wildlife in which we will see various species in their natural areas such as flamingos, pelicans, herons, eagles and crocodiles, you will know the process of salt and rose-colored ponds, and take a mayan bath involves visiting the mounds of mud to moisturize the skin, a bath in the fresh water of this beautiful place, ending this adventour you will know the gastronomy of this town, you will eat seafood prepared by the same villagers, it will be an extraordinary adventour.

Duration: 12 hours.

Start your day visiting Las Coloradas, where you can enjoy the wonderful view from the salt dunes to the beauty of the pink lake, surround yourself with its bright colors and be part of the magic of this place.
Continue your journey at Río Lagartos, a charming site declared a Wildlife Refuge by the Mexican Government, as it is the habitat for many plants and animals such as the pink flamingo, and finish your adventure with a traditional lunch at one of the restaurants of this beautiful place on the Yucatan coast.

Duration: 9 hours.

In this adventour we will go in a pink tour, the great pink lake, and we will visit an extraordinary place located in Rio Lagartos in Yucatan state. We sailing away through the mangrove of this ecological reserve, we will admire the diversity of wildlife in which we will see various species in their natural areas such as flamingos, pelicans, herons, eagles and crocodiles, you will know the process of salt and rose-colored ponds, and take a mayan bath involves visiting the mounds of mud to moisturize the skin, a bath in the fresh water of this beautiful place, ending this adventour you will know the gastronomy of this town, you will eat seafood prepared by the same villagers, it will be an extraordinary adventour.
Duration: 12 hours.

This is the best excursion to get to know Las Coloradas, a full day trip where you will get to know the 3 wonderful places in Yucatan, our first stop will be Cancunito, then Ría Lagartos and finally Las Coloradas.

Playa Cancunito is a natural beach near Las Coloradas, a virgin beach where you will have free time to enjoy the breeze. We will also visit the Ría Lagortos navigating on the river and observe the wildlife, flora, and fauna of the place until we reach Las Coloradas.

The pink lake will be our last stop where you can look around the wonderful and natural lake, where you can take incredible photos, our guide will explain why the lake is pink and more curious facts about this incredible paradise.
Duration: 11 to 12 hours.

We invite you to a colorful and unforgettable tour to one of the most beautiful biosphere reserves in Mexico, Rio Lagartos.

On this tour, you will float on boats through the reserve among the mangroves. You will see flocks of flamingos, crocodiles, and watch birds.

Take incredible photos against the background of natural pink lakes, swim in the Gulf of Mexico, and much more.

Duration: 12 hours.

Las Coloradas is a unique place in the southeast of Mexico, our tour begins at the doors of your hotel, the first point you will have time to have breakfast, then we head towards Las Coloradas there we will have free time to take photographs and appreciate the beauty of this place, We will continue our tour in Rio.
Lizards where we will take a boat tour to spot flamingos as well as all the flora and fauna that surrounds us, we will go to the restaurant to taste delicious food made by people from the region with a unique seasoning and we will end our tour at the crocodile farm where you can feed them and take incredible photographs with them, definitely an experience not to be missed!
Duration: 15 hours 30 minutes.

A colonial city that is very important in the historical life of Mexico. The pink waters of Las Coloradas. Pink flamingos in their natural sanctuary.
Duration: 12 hours.

In this adventure, we will go on a pink tour, the great pink lake, and we will visit an extraordinary place located in Rio Lagartos in Yucatan state.

We sailing away through the mangrove of this ecological reserve, we will admire the diversity of wildlife in which we will see various species in their natural areas such as flamingos, pelicans, herons, eagles, and crocodiles, you will know the process of salt and rose-colored ponds, and take a Mayan bath involves visiting the mounds of mud to moisturize the skin, a bath in the fresh water of this beautiful place, ending this adventure you will know the gastronomy of this town, you will eat seafood prepared by the same villagers, it will be an extraordinary adventure.
Duration: 12 hours.