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Ek Balam Ruins with Las Coloradas and Rio Lagartos Private Tour

By Cancun Smart Pass
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$701 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Discover the wonders of Yucatán on this private full-day tour with your own personal driver. Your journey begins at the stunning Ek Balam ruins, where you can explore ancient Mayan structures surrounded by jungle at your own pace.

From there, travel to the vibrant pink lakes of Las Coloradas, an incredible natural phenomenon and a perfect photo opportunity. The vivid colours of the water create a surreal landscape you won’t want to miss.

Next, head to Rio Lagartos for a scenic guided boat tour through the mangroves. Enjoy close-up views of flamingos, crocodiles, and a variety of native birds and wildlife in their natural habitat.

After the boat ride, relax and enjoy an authentic Mexican meal at a charming local restaurant near Rio Lagartos.

This tour offers a perfect mix of archaeology, nature, and culture, all in one unforgettable day. Comfortable transport and flexible timing make it an ideal experience for those looking to explore Yucatán’s hidden gems with privacy and ease.

Activity location

  • Ek Balam
    • 20-minute drive from Valladolid on highway 295, direction Tizimin
    • Ek Balam Village, Yucatan, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ek Balam
    • 20-minute drive from Valladolid on highway 295, direction Tizimin
    • Ek Balam Village, Yucatan, Mexico

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Ek Balam Ruins with Las Coloradas and Rio Lagartos Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h

Pickup included

Price details
AU$701.40 x 1 TravellerAU$701.40
Total
Price is AU$701.40
Until Thu, 16 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Personal driver
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    Lunch at a mexican restaurant (grilled fish filet)
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    3 bottle waters per person
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit at Las Coloradas
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit at Ek Balam Ruins
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided boat tour at Rio Lagartos
  • What's includedWhat's included
    2 soft drinks per person
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Transport (compact car)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance to Ek Balam Ruins 461 pesos per person paid on site
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas preservation tax of 27 USD paid on site
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Guides at Coloradas and Ek Balam
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks at the restaurant

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travellers pay for their own consumption, entrances, taxes, parking spots or highway frees
  • If the travellers wants to visit a different location, it's important to reach out to the supplier to confirm if it's possible
  • Travellers must bring swim suit, towels and change of clothes

Activity itinerary

Ek Balam

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Just north of Valladolid, Ek Balam offers a peaceful escape into ancient history. Climb the towering Acropolis for sweeping jungle views and explore detailed carvings and temples at your own pace. A quiet, authentic experience perfect for curious travellers.

The Coloradas

  • 1h
Located on the northern coast of Yucatán, Las Coloradas is known for its pink-tinted lagoons, coloured by salt, algae, and microorganisms. While the intensity of the pink varies with weather and season, the landscape is always striking and otherworldly. A quiet, off-the-beaten-path destination perfect for travellers looking to experience nature’s subtler, surreal side.

Rio Lagartos

  • 2h
Set out on a scenic boat ride through Río Lagartos, where you’ll glide through mangroves, spot flamingos, crocodiles, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. The calm waters and rich biodiversity make it a peaceful and memorable experience. After your tour, enjoy a satisfying meal at a local Mexican restaurant near Las Coloradas, offering a variety of traditional dishes. The highlight? Fresh-caught fish, perfectly seasoned and cooked to local taste—a delicious way to end the adventure.

Location

Activity location

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    Ek Balam
    • 20-minute drive from Valladolid on highway 295, direction Tizimin
    • Ek Balam Village, Yucatan, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Ek Balam
    • 20-minute drive from Valladolid on highway 295, direction Tizimin
    • Ek Balam Village, Yucatan, Mexico

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