Bacalar Tour + Cenote Azul (Every Saturday)
Merida, Mexicoby Stap Travel Tours
- 16 hours
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 16 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, Spanish
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Overview
Discover the magic of Bacalar on this full-day adventure! Start with a scenic boat tour through the stunning Lagoon of Seven Colors, visiting hidden gems like Cenote Esmeralda, Cenote Negro, Cenote Cocalitos, Bird Island, the Pirate Channel, and panoramic views of the Fort of San Felipe. Enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon. Next, explore Cenote Azul, Mexico’s deepest cenote, where underground rivers feed its 360-meter length and unique rock formations create a mesmerizing atmosphere for swimming and relaxing. Finish the day at La Playita Restaurant, a charming spot on the lagoon’s edge with swimming access, swings, and picturesque views. Perfect for photos, videos, and experiencing Bacalar’s breathtaking natural beauty in one unforgettable day.
What's included
- Cooler with ice in the van
- Comfortable, air-conditioned transportation
- Boat tour to visit the lagoon
- Guide throughout the tour
- Use of facilities at a restaurant facing the lagoon (swings, dock, restrooms, and showers)
- Entrance to Cenote Azul
- Food and Drinks
Itinerary
- 1
Merida
4.3 hours
Saturday Day Trip from Mérida to Bacalar Pickup: 4:00 AM We pick you up from your hotel in Mérida. If you choose the office as your meeting point, we’ll contact you to confirm your hotel address. Pickup is only available within Mérida city limits. A short stop will be made at a store to buy water and snacks for the road. Note: Alcohol and coffee are not allowed on board; only bottled drinks are permitted. 4:45 – 7:15 AM – Travel to José María Morelos Enjoy information and guidance from your expert tour guide during the t
- 2
Stop 2
45 min
8:15 – 9:00 AM – José María Morelos Market Explore the local market, have breakfast at various food stalls, and use restroom facilities. (Time zone adjustment: Quintana Roo is one hour ahead.) 9:00 – 11:15 AM – Travel to Bacalar
- 3
Bacalar
5.8 hours
9:00 – 11:15 AM – Travel to Bacalar 11:15 AM – 1:15 PM – Boat Tour on Bacalar Lagoon Experience the stunning “Lagoon of Seven Colors.” The 14-person boat tour includes stops at Cenote Esmeralda, Cenote Negro, Cenote Cocalitos, Bird Island, the Pirate Channel, and panoramic views of the fort. Swim in shallow areas of the lagoon. Restroom facilities are available at the dock. 1:15 – 1:45 PM – Transfer to Restaurant 1:45 – 3:45 PM – Lunch at La Playita Restaurant Enjoy a relaxed meal with beautiful lagoon views. Food is not included. Time to swim and relax. 3:45 – 4:00 PM – Transfer to Cenote Azul
- 4
Cenote Azul
1.3 hours
4:00 – 5:30 PM – Cenote Azul Visit Explore Mexico’s deepest cenote. Entry is included. Life jackets are optional and not provided. Facilities include restrooms and a viewpoint. 5:30 – 10:00 PM – Return to Mérida
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Stop 5
4.3 hours
5:30 – 10:00 PM – Return to Mérida 9:00 – 9:30 PM – Drop-off at Your Hotel (Time zone adjustment: Mérida is one hour behind Quintana Roo.) We encourage you to share your experience and leave a review on our social media.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Depending on availability, the tour may or may not departure (since a minimum of 4 people is required)
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- If for any reason you are a no show or decide not to go the same day, this tour cannot be rescheduled, you would have to buy again.
- We recommend that you bring sunscreen, comfortable clothes, water, and cash.
- There is no pick up in hotels
- The order of the visit can vary, also guide in te tour day can switch the cenote according to avoid crowds
- WHAT ARE THE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THIS TOUR? Bring a swimsuit and a separate towel; there are restrooms for changing at the sites. Sunscreen is not permitted. At the start of the tour, we'll stop at a convenience store to buy anything you might need; you can also bring snacks for the trip.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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