Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Bacalar
RECENTLY AWARDED #7 WORLDWIDE AS BEST SAILING AND DAY CRUISES OPTIONS BY TRIPADVISOR TRAVELER'S CHOICE AWARDS 2022!!! Everyone´s favorite! Enjoy an easy ride around the most relevant landmarks in the lagoon on board of a beautiful sailboat. During this tour you will swim in crystal clear water, spot local and migratory bird species and even learn to sail with an optional sailing lesson. Hop on and be captain for a day!
Private Sailboat + Captain for a Day Experience lasts about 3 hours.
Prices start at $244 per person for this Bacalar experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We are located within the facilities of Casa China Bacalar and offer spacious, exclusive parking for our visitors. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your tour start time to allow for a smooth check-in and boarding process.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
We sailed with Adrian and Gonzalo across the lagoon of Bacalar. So Nice, even though there wasnt much wind. We still had an amazing experience and a nice vibe. The spots they took is to were beautiful and not too overcrowded since we went in the morning. Definitely recommend!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re happy you enjoyed the peaceful morning, beautiful spots and good vibes. Hope to welcome you again soon!
Wow! What a beautiful experience this was. Sailing on the beautiful Bacalar lake. Gonzalo was a nice guide who told us a lot about the lake and its surroundings. Would recommend!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re happy you enjoyed sailing through Bacalar and discovering more about our beautiful lagoon. Hope to welcome you again!
The lagoon is wonderful but unfortunately the tour was not up to par. Our guide seemed listless, unenthusiastic, and in a bad mood. They explained very few things to us and treated us with superficiality. Unfortunately, for the reasons listed, we do not recommend this tour. Excessive price for the quality of the tour and for the lack of care with which we were accompanied. Maybe you will be luckier with other guides.
Grazie per aver condiviso la sua esperienza. Ci dispiace sapere che il tour non abbia soddisfatto le sue aspettative. Prendiamo molto seriamente le sue osservazioni sulla poca spiegazione e sull’attenzione ricevuta durante l’esperienza. La laguna merita di essere vissuta con cura e con il giusto accompagnamento. Verificheremo internamente quanto accaduto per migliorare il nostro servizio. Ci auguriamo di poterla accogliere nuovamente a Bacalar e offrirle un’esperienza più piacevole.
Héctor was fantastic - very friendly and knowledgeable! I recommend this tour 100% and our captain made it even better. Thank you!
Thank you for your kind words! We're very happy you enjoyed your time in Bacalar. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon. Safe travels!
Fantastic sailing trip with Angelo
Thank you for your kind words! We're happy you enjoyed your sailing trip in Bacalar. We hope to welcome you again soon for another great experience.
Angelo was a wonderfully nice skipper. We had nice conversations and he could handle the boat well with respect for the surroundings! Highly recommended!
Hartelijk dank voor uw mooie review! Fijn dat u een fijne tijd had met Angelo en onze lagune. Bedankt voor uw bezoek en hopelijk zien we u weer in Bacalar!
Incredible tour on the Lagoon of 7 colors of Bacalar. We did the 3 hours private sail boat tour and it was amazing: stopped at multiple spots, incredible views. A big thank you to our captain Angelo who was amazing in his explanations, speaks as well perfectly French and was able to give us a better understanding of Bacalar and its incredible history ecosystem.
Thank you for your kind review! We're very happy you enjoyed your private sailing tour and the beauty of Bacalar. We appreciate your words about Angelo. We hope to welcome you again soon!
Today we had an amazing sailing tour on the beautiful Bacalar Lagoon with Angelo and David. It was an unforgettable experience! They took the time to explain the history of the different parts of the lagoon and showed us some of its most beautiful spots. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, and hospitality made the tour truly special. If you’re looking for a fun and relaxing activity in Bacalar, we highly recommend booking a sailing tour with Angelo and David!
Thank you for your kind review! We're happy you enjoyed Bacalar Lagoon and had a memorable day sailing. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!
The guide en captain were Adrian and Hafid, they were very friendly and give us everything we wanted. The boat was a little bit smaller than we expected but it was a nice expérience to see the lagoon!
Thank you for visiting Bacalar! We're happy you enjoyed the lagoon and had a nice experience. We appreciate your feedback about the boat and hope to welcome you again soon!
An amazing experience! Went to beautiful spots where the water was crystal clear and warm. Angelo and Juan were amazing guides! Angelo was very knowledgeable, was able to translate to English, and was so kind and welcoming. The sailboat experience is a must!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're very happy you enjoyed Bacalar's beautiful waters and your sailing experience. We'll gladly share your comments with Angelo and Juan. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Sailboat + Captain for a Day Experience | 3 hours | 5.0 (612) | $244 | |
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 Bacalar Lagoon 3-Hour Catamaran Sailing Tour | 3 hours | 5.0 (140) | $45 | View |
 Bacalar: Lake of Seven Colors Pontoon Tour | 2h 30min | 5.0 (262) | $27 | View |
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