English-speaking tours in Mexico
Rio Lagartos, Ek Balam and Las Coloradas Tour
Local experiences in the Riviera Maya
Discover the Ultimate Yucatán Adventure: Río Lagartos, Ek Balam, and Las Coloradas
Photo taken at Rio Lagartos by Vivasuntours.
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Departure: Confirm pickup for your accommodation before booking.
Price per adult: 155 USD
Price for children under 11 years old: 145 USD
Price for toddlers under 4 years old: FREE
Combine Maya archaeology, a wetlands boat trip and the salt-lake landscape of northern Yucatan. Ask about shared departure availability and confirm the route, guide language and hotel pickup for your date.
Your tour includes:
✔️ Air-conditioned transportation from your accommodation
✔️ Guide language confirmed before booking
✔️ Water and soft drinks throughout the day
✔️ Maritime tax
✔️ 2-hour boat tour to observe local wildlife
✔️ Lunch and drinks at a local restaurant
✔️ Entrance to the Ek Balam archaeological site
Please note: Tips for your guides are appreciated but entirely optional
Your excursion itinerary
Visit Ek Balam
Explore the archaeological site and its Maya architecture with your guide. Bring comfortable walking shoes and sun protection. Access to individual structures follows the site’s current rules.
Take a boat through Rio Lagartos
The published excursion includes a two-hour boat trip through the wetlands. Look for birds and other wildlife from the boat while following your guide’s instructions. Wildlife sightings and a particular route cannot be guaranteed.
See the Las Coloradas salt ponds
The salt-lake landscape is a sightseeing stop. Its color varies with light, weather and salt-production conditions. Swimming in the salt ponds is not part of the visit.
Plan for the journey
Lunch is listed with the excursion. This is a longer day from the Riviera Maya, so confirm the pickup and expected return time for your accommodation. You can also compare the private itinerary and group rates.
Photo taken at Ek Balam by Vivasuntours.
© 2024 Vivasuntours. All rights reserved
What makes this route different from Chichen Itza?
This day combines Ek Balam’s archaeological site with northern Yucatan wetlands and the Las Coloradas salt-lake area. Choose it for that combination of history and nature.
Are flamingo sightings guaranteed?
No. Wildlife lives freely in the reserve and sightings depend on the animals and local conditions.
Will the salt ponds look bright pink?
Their appearance changes with light, weather and production conditions. A particular shade or intensity is not guaranteed.
Can we swim in Las Coloradas?
No swimming in the salt ponds is included. Follow the site’s access rules and the guide’s directions.
Can children join the excursion?
Share their ages and any mobility concerns before booking. Consider the drive, walking at the archaeological site and boat boarding when choosing the day.
How do I confirm pickup and guide language?
Send your travel date, accommodation address, number of travelers and preferred guide language. We confirm the available departure arrangements before you reserve.
What should I confirm before paying?
Confirm the date, total price and currency, pickup, inclusions, activity requirements and cancellation terms. Read the booking terms and ask the team about anything specific to your group.
Add a photographer to your excursion
Enjoy the day and come home with photographs of everyone together. The 5,900 MXN photography package includes coverage of the key moments in your planned itinerary and 50 edited high-resolution photographs.
Receive 3–5 highlights within 24 hours and your private online gallery within 5 business days. Additional photo options are available.
See the full photography package and options, or Ask about photography on WhatsApp. Photographer availability must be confirmed for your excursion date.
For a prompt and effective response to your inquiries, we encourage you to contact us via WhatsApp.
To secure your reservation,
we require a deposit based on the number of participants and the excursions you wish to take with us. The remaining balance should be paid in cash to the guide on the morning of your first excursion.