Bacalar Lagoon 7 Colors Excursion from Costa Maya Cruise Port
Description
Discover the magical Bacalar Lagoon on an exclusive shore excursion for cruise passengers from Costa Maya Port. Enjoy a scenic ride to the famous “Seven Colors Lagoon”, where you’ll cruise on a pontoon boat and visit Pirates Channel, Cenote Negro, and Cenote Esmeralda. Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax, and capture stunning photos. The tour includes round-trip transportation, boat ride, certified bilingual local guide, life vests, drinks, tequila tasting, and a delicious traditional Mexican lunch by the lagoon. Schedules are adapted to your cruise with a back-to-ship guarantee, perfect for families, couples, or groups. Experience an authentic, relaxing, and worry-free adventure in one of Mexico’s most beautiful destinations.
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Discover the magical Bacalar Lagoon on an exclusive shore excursion for cruise passengers from Costa Maya Port. Enjoy a scenic ride to the famous “Seven Color Lagoon,” where you’ll cruise on a pontoon boat and visit Pirates Channel, Cenote Negro, and Cenote Esmeralda. Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax, and capture stunning photos. Includes round-trip transportation, boat tour, local guide, life vests, drinks, tequila tasting, and a traditional Mexican lunch by the lagoon. Enjoy 30 minutes of pure relaxation swimming in the shallow, crystal-clear waters of Bacalar Lagoon. This free time lets you float, cool off, and feel the soft white sand beneath your feet while surrounded by the lagoon’s famous turquoise tones. It’s the perfect moment to capture unforgettable photos, relax under the sun, and connect with nature in a calm and safe environment—ideal for all ages.
Discover a piece of history with a visit to San Felipe Fort in Bacalar, a colonial gem that holds centuries of stories about pirates and conquerors. Built in the 18th century to protect the lagoon from attacks, this fortress offers a unique cultural experience with original walls, historic cannons, and spectacular views of the Lagoon of Seven Colors.
On the way, we’ll make a stop at Pedro Santos Pineapple Village, a colorful and picturesque place where you can taste the freshest and sweetest pineapple in the region.
Optionally, we’ll visit the Mahahual lighthouse, one of the most iconic landmarks of this coastal town. Finally, we’ll take you back to the port entrance, ensuring you return on time and without any hassle to board your cruise. History, nature, and Caribbean paradise… all in one unforgettable day.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(78)
Naturaleza Bacalar tours provided incorrect & misleading departure information for this excursion based on the ships arrival time when I enquired about it, as there is none specified on the activity when booking. On arrival, they made a last minute attempt to contact us about another family waiting / being delayed, & although we rushed to make the transportation, they ended up leaving us at the port. They then arranged for a local taxi company to take us to Bacalar, told me to negatiate cost directly with the taxi driver, and then stopped answering all my calls and messages. The local taxi company asked me to pay an additional $150 to take us to Bacalar, which I ofcourse rejected as it was irresponsible of tour guide operator to put us in that situation. I was travelling with my wife & 3 year old toddler & the stress of dealing with this tour operator left a very bitter taste in our mouths. We will never book anything with them or through Viator in future as there was an impartial, unfair, and rushed ruling on my request to obtain a refund, despite trying to get them both to understand my point of view on the confusing departure information provided. My advice would be to AVOID, AVOID, AVOID, and always book your activities through the cruiseliners even though there may be a small premium attached to it, as this sort of headache which spoilt our Costa Maya experience would have never occur. Also this experience is not cheap, so we've ended up losing quite a bit of money.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are sorry that the situation was frustrating for you and your family. However, we would like to clarify the circumstances for the benefit of future guests. Before the excursion, the departure information and meeting instructions were sent to you through the Viator communication system. We have access to the shared Viator inbox, and the correspondence was reviewed and confirmed by Viator during their investigation. The messages clearly provided the necessary information regarding the meeting time and departure arrangements. Unfortunately, you did not arrive at the designated meeting point at the scheduled time. In fact, you arrived approximately one hour late. We understand that delays can happen, especially when travelling by cruise ship, but we also have a responsibility to the other guests who followed the instructions, monitored their communications, and were present on time. We could not reasonably continue delaying the entire group. We also want to clarify that Viator reviewed the communication and circumstances before making its decision regarding your refund request. Their decision was based on the information available in the correspondence shared between Viator and our company. We sincerely regret that this situation affected your experience in Costa Maya. At the same time, we encourage all future guests to carefully monitor their email and Viator messages before and on the day of their excursion, particularly when travelling from a cruise ship. Meeting times and last-minute operational updates are communicated through these channels, and checking them is essential to avoid misunderstandings. We respect your decision regarding future bookings, but we hope this clarification helps future travelers understand the importance of checking their messages and arriving at the designated meeting point on time.
Excellent trip from start to finish. Really good transfers, excellent guide for the duration. The lagoon is stunning and well worth a visit if you are visiting in a cruise. We were looked after from start to finish and made it back to the ship in good time. I would recommend this trip 100% and use this company if you want to visit the bacalar lagoon.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that our guides were friendly, helpful, and made your experience so much fun. For us, taking care of our guests goes beyond providing a great excursion—we also understand how important it is for cruise passengers to enjoy their day without worrying about missing the ship. We’re especially happy to know that you returned to the ship on time and could enjoy your experience with complete peace of mind. Thank you for choosing us to discover Bacalar, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on your next visit to Costa Maya! Warm regards, The Team
Soo much fun! We just did this excursion during our cruise trip. My kids still speak about the event and the lagoon was so beautiful. We learn so much during our private tour with our guide. It is about 1 hr and 10 min long. Our driver pick us up at the port and stops midway to pick up a pineapple and for the kids to stretch and get some snack for the road. Love the whole experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that our guides were friendly, helpful, and made your experience so much fun. For us, taking care of our guests goes beyond providing a great excursion—we also understand how important it is for cruise passengers to enjoy their day without worrying about missing the ship. We’re especially happy to know that you returned to the ship on time and could enjoy your experience with complete peace of mind. Thank you for choosing us to discover Bacalar, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on your next visit to Costa Maya! Warm regards, The Team
What a wonderful day. So beautiful and the tour guides were wonderful!! Walk out of the port, name on a sign, fun hour drive to the boat with beverages on board. Great pontoon boat, pineapple sliced and served while dipping in pirates canal! Pure heaven!
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed every part of your day, from the moment you walked out of the port and found your name on our sign, to the scenic drive, refreshing beverages, and your time aboard the pontoon boat. And of course, enjoying fresh pineapple while swimming in Pirates’ Canal is one of those special moments that makes a Bacalar experience truly unforgettable! 🍍💦 It was our pleasure to have you with us, and we’re so happy our guides helped make your day as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. Thank you for choosing us to experience the beauty of Bacalar Lagoon, and we hope to welcome you back to Costa Maya someday! Warm regards, The Team
Our tour guides were very friendly and helpful. They made our experience lots of fun and got us back to the ship on time!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that our guides were friendly, helpful, and made your experience so much fun. For us, taking care of our guests goes beyond providing a great excursion—we also understand how important it is for cruise passengers to enjoy their day without worrying about missing the ship. We’re especially happy to know that you returned to the ship on time and could enjoy your experience with complete peace of mind. Thank you for choosing us to discover Bacalar, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on your next visit to Costa Maya! Warm regards, The Team
Bacalar is a beautiful place to visit, the tour guide is nice, give us plenty of time to relax in the beautiful lagoon. However the meeting point from cruise port is not easy to find, have to ask around from local people to get to meeting point.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the beauty of Bacalar Lagoon, had plenty of time to relax, and that our guide made you feel comfortable and well taken care of. Bacalar truly is a special place, and we love sharing it with our cruise guests. We sincerely apologize that finding the meeting point from the cruise port was not as easy as it should have been. We understand that, after getting off a cruise ship, having clear and simple directions is extremely important. Your feedback is very valuable to us, and we are continually working to make the meeting process easier and more convenient for our guests. Thank you again for choosing our Bacalar experience and for helping us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Costa Maya and provide an even smoother experience next time! Warm regards, The Team
Everything was amazing. They arranged a taxi for two of us Even though they didnt have enough people for the trip. They could simply cancel due to lack of people. But they didnt. I can only say good stuff about the whole trip. Thanks a lot to these guys.
We’re truly happy to hear that you had an amazing experience with us. When guests have traveled all the way to Costa Maya and are looking forward to discovering Bacalar, we understand how important it is to do everything we can to make their experience happen. We’re especially glad we were able to arrange transportation for the two of you and find a solution instead of simply canceling due to the number of participants. Our guests’ experience and trust mean a great deal to us, and we always try to go the extra mile whenever possible. Thank you for recognizing the effort of our entire team and for sharing such kind words. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Costa Maya for another unforgettable adventure! Warm regards, The Team
Experience was wonderful. Our guide was amazing. Be careful when booking and double check with them about ship departures to ensure you will be back in time.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time and that our guide made your excursion so memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation. You are absolutely right that cruise passengers should always confirm their ship’s departure time when booking an excursion. Since every cruise itinerary can be different, having the correct ship and departure information allows our team to plan the day accordingly and make sure there is enough time for the return journey to the port. Our guests’ safety, comfort, and peace of mind are extremely important to us, and we always do our best to coordinate the excursion around each cruise schedule. Thank you again for choosing us and for sharing this helpful advice with fellow cruise travelers. We hope to welcome you back to Costa Maya and Bacalar in the future! Warm regards, The Team
I would’ve liked to have spent more time swimming
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We’re happy to know that you enjoyed your time in the beautiful waters of Bacalar Lagoon. We completely understand wanting to spend even more time swimming—the crystal-clear lagoon can make it very hard to get back on the boat! As a cruise excursion, we also have to carefully balance our time at the lagoon with the travel time and your ship’s departure schedule, so our priority is always to give you a wonderful experience while making sure you return to the port on time. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Bacalar someday for even more time in the water! Warm regards, The Team
Excellent tour. The tour guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time. We would definitely recommend to others.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great time on our excursion and that our guides made your experience enjoyable with their friendliness and knowledge. Sharing the beauty, history, and unique experiences of Bacalar with our guests is something we truly love. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and your trust in choosing us for your day in Costa Maya. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future! Warm regards, The Team
