Chichen Itza and Cenote Ik-Kil Private Tour with Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas

12 Hours β€’ Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided β€’ Operated by OlMar Travel Mexico

Why we love it?

This full-day private tour from Cancun offers an active exploration of the Yucatan Peninsula’s diverse attractions, starting with a visit to the largest and most famous archaeological complex, Chichen Itza. Guests can swim in the clear, mineral-rich waters of the IK-Kil cenote, known for its striking natural beauty. The tour continues with a private boat ride through the mangroves of the Rio Lagartos biosphere reserve, where you can observe local wildlife including crocodiles and flocks of pink flamingos. Finally, the journey concludes at Las Coloradas, a valley of natural pink lakes whose high salt and mineral content create vivid pink waters and a texture reminiscent of the Dead Sea. Included are hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, drinks, and all entrance fees, making this a comprehensive experience suited for travelers interested in archaeology, nature, and unique landscapes.

Inclusions

  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour with a professional certificated private guide
  • Water, sweet snack, soft drinks & 2 cans of beer/per person
  • Transport by private comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
  • All the entrance fees and taxes, no hidden charges
  • Private boat at Rio Lagartos reserve

Itinerary

Hotel pickup in Playa del Carmen or Cancun

largest and most famous archaeological complex of the Yucatan Peninsula

Visit the largest and most famous archaeological complex of the Yucatan Peninsula, "Chichen Itza"

Stop 2

Swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the mineral karst lake (cenote) IK-Kil, which is well know amongΒ travelers for itsΒ incredible beauty and the "Avatar" movie like scenery.

Stop 3

Exploration of the nature of the Ria Lagartos biosphere reserve, where youΒ will wade on a boat through the mangroves and crocodiles looking for the flocks of pink flamingos.

Descent to the valley of the pink lakes "Las Coloradas", where due to the high concentration of salt and minerals, the water has acquired a rich pink color, and its consistency can be compared with the waters of the dead sea.

Stop 4

Admire the wildlife of one of the most beautiful nature reserve in Mexico from a private boat.

Return to starting point

Please Note

  • Stroller or pram accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • What to bring: towels, swimwear, repellent, sunscreen.
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • For this private tour pick up from any accommodation (vacation rentals, hostel, hotel, etc) in Cancun, Riviera Maya, Playa Del Carmen or Tulum is included in the price.

Know Before You Go

  • Infants must sit on laps

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start