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Costa Maya Shore Excursion: Bacalar Lagoon and Mayan Experience 20% OFF

Location Costa Maya, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
$204.80
$256.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Bacalar 7 Color Lagoon and Mayan Family from Costa Maya Port offers a captivating journey into Yucatan's rich culture. This immersive tour combines history, culinary delights, and relaxation in one unforgettable experience.

  • 🌄 Visit the Maya village of Chacchoben and interact with descendants of this ancient culture.
  • 🍽️ Taste traditional Mayan dishes prepared using ancestral techniques and local ingredients, showcasing authentic flavors.
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Engage with a local family who will share their knowledge about classic tortillas and traditional home remedies.
  • 🏞️ Explore the stunning Bacalar Lagoon, a historical haven for pirates, perfect for swimming and kayaking.
  • 🚐 Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned vehicle for the short 1-hour ride from the cruise port.
  • 💦 Enjoy refreshing natural fruit-flavored water, juices, and sodas during the tour.
  • 🛶 Kayak in the seven-color lagoon; life vests are provided, and children must kayak with an adult.
  • 🧒 Pram/stroller accessible for infants and small children, with specialized infant seats available.
  • 💰 Gratuities and souvenirs are included, ensuring a delightful experience without hidden costs.
  • 🔄 No port, no pay guarantee: full refund if your cruise ship does not dock in Costa Maya.

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Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes

  • Certified tour guide
  • Tortilla-making demonstration and hands-on experience
  • Beverages including horchata, hibiscus water, and two alcoholic drinks for guests 21+
  • Soft drinks and bottled water
  • Round-trip transportation from Costa Maya in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Access to Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon with loungers and facilities
  • Visit with a local Maya family in Chacchoben Village
  • Kayaks, tubes and life jackets
  • Authentic home-cooked Maya lunch with traditional dishes and local ingredients
  • Additional premium alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenirs

Meeting point
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks, starting from the conveniently located Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the Port. Please consider the total time to walk from your cruise to the excursion office is about 15 minutes.
Return details
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks, starting from the conveniently located Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the Port. Please consider the total time to walk from your cruise to the excursion office is about 15 minutes.

  • Chacchoben
    Your adventure begins one hour after your cruise ship arrives in port. Travel approximately 50 minutes from Costa Maya to Chacchoben Village, where you'll visit a local Mayan family and experience a side of the region that goes beyond its archaeological sites. Meet your hosts and learn about their traditions and daily life, including the ingredients and techniques used in traditional Maya cooking. Watch a tortilla-making demonstration and try making your own before sitting down with the family for an authentic home-cooked lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients, traditional spices, and family recipes. After your visit and lunch, continue approximately 25 minutes to Bacalar Lagoon for the second part of your experience.
  • Lake Bacalar
    Continue to Bacalar Lagoon, the famous Seven Color Lagoon, once a strategic route and haven for pirates, for a completely different side of your Costa Maya adventure. Enjoy approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes at the Lake Shore Club, with direct access to the lagoon. Swim in its clear freshwater, grab a complimentary kayak, or simply relax on a lounger and enjoy the views. Your visit includes use of the club facilities, loungers, kayaks and tubes, along with non-alcoholic beverages and two alcoholic drinks for guests 21 and older. After your time at Bacalar, sit back and relax during the approximately 1 hour and 10-minute journey back to Costa Maya.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
  • Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
  • Cruise guests arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options
  • IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship and docking time
  • Travel time is already included with the total tour duration
  • This experience is best appreciated by children ages 6 and older.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request. Please advise us in advance of any dietary requirements or food allergies.
  • Alcoholic beverages are available only to guests 21 and older.
  • Life jackets are mandatory for all water activities and are provided.
  • Children must be 10 years or older to paddle a single kayak alone. Children under 10 may kayak when accompanied by a supervising adult.
  • Water activities may be restricted or temporarily suspended by local authorities due to wind, lightning, or other unsafe weather conditions.
  • Bring a swimsuit, personal towel, change of clothes, hat, and biodegradable sunscreen.
  • The tour operates rain or shine, so please dress according to the weather.
  • Bring extra cash for personal expenses, as credit cards may not be accepted outside the port area.
  • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
  • No Port, No Pay! If your cruise ship doesn’t call at the port, you’ll receive a 100% full refund guaranteed.
  • Kayak weight limit: 220 lbs for a single kayak or 270 lbs combined for a double kayak.
  • Kayaking is not permitted for pregnant guests.
  • Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. The Bacalar Lagoon portion is not wheelchair accessible due to the natural terrain and water access points.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Costa Maya Shore Excursion: Bacalar Lagoon and Mayan Experience 20% OFF

    Location Costa Maya, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
    $204.80
    $256.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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