Dreamy blue-green water is what makes Bacalar lagoon so special. This trip packs in lots of activities surrounded by dazzling scenery as you explore cenotes, islets, beaches and forts. It's an adventure taking in some wonderful coastal locations and plenty of nature.

Enjoy tales of the Pirate Channel while cruising its waters imagining the legends and swashbuckling action of times gone by. Next, take some time for a blissful swim in the shallow waters of Bacalar, soaking up the vibrant hues of this incredible spot.

Continue your journey to the mystical Cenote Negro, one of the revered underground caverns filled with fresh water that the Mayans loved so much. Then relax amid the tranquillity of Isla Pájaros, a natural haven where you can explore or simply stretch out and enjoy the peace. After lunch in a restaurant, you'll head to San Felipe Fort for a guided visit before setting off back to base.

The rep for this trip was amazing. As it is such a long transfer maybe it should be a helicopter trip. It might cost more but it would be well worth it.

I loved the lagoon itself but everything else was disappointing. The transport was not suitable given there was no toilet for a 3 hour journey each way. The guide wasnt very informative and often didnt use a mic so you couldn't hear. The food was limited despite the suggestion that lunch was included. The transport was late and our experience was cut short. The only reason the scores aren't all 1s is that the lagoon was beautiful

L’hôtel extraordinaire, sa situation exceptionnelle, les restaurants de grande qualité même le choix du restaurant familial, tout était parfait . le personnel disponible, agréable et très souriant. Et Maria notre correspondante Tui toujours à l’écoute .

It was a long drive back just over 3 hours and no toilet stop and no toilet on the bus so this needs to be built in for people’s comfort. It was an amazing experience but a simple thing like this needs to be accounted for.

Angel was a great driver Rocio was a great tour guide Daniel was a great captain of our boat

Tarif élevé et en plus eco taxe cher 25 dollars par personne

Why you’ll love this…

Swim in the shallow, aquamarine water of Bacalar lagoon
See the Pirate Canal and visit the Cenote Negro
Relax on Isla Pajaros and explore San Felipe Fort
Tuck into a tasty lunch at a local restaurant

Important to know

The EcoTax fee is 25 USD per person
This tour is not suitable for children under 3 years of age
Please note this trip involves long transfers
Not suitable for guests who suffer from claustrophobia
Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
Bring biodegradable insect repellent
Bring a towel
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Lockers not included
Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
English-speaking guide for all nationalities
This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 48-hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Boat cruise
Guided tour
Admission fees
Lunch
Equipment
Swim stops
Soft drinks

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV

What people say about this experience

4.2/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 16 reviews

Review categories

Safety

3/5

Service

1.8/5

Staff

1.8/5

Value for money

1.8/5

All ratings (16)

5 stars (8)

50%

4 stars (4)

25%

3 stars (4)

25%

2 stars (0)

1 star (0)

C
Christine
Travelled as a couple
21 January 2026
5
United Kingdom
The rep for this trip was amazing. As it is such a long transfer maybe it should be a helicopter trip. It might cost more but it would be well worth it.
D
Dissatisfied guest
Travelled with a group of friends
19 September 2026
3
United Kingdom
I loved the lagoon itself but everything else was disappointing. The transport was not suitable given there was no toilet for a 3 hour journey each way. The guide wasnt very informative and often didnt use a mic so you couldn't hear. The food was limited despite the suggestion that lunch was included. The transport was late and our experience was cut short. The only reason the scores aren't all 1s is that the lagoon was beautiful
V
Veronique
Travelled with a group of friends
22 December 2025
5
France
L’hôtel extraordinaire, sa situation exceptionnelle, les restaurants de grande qualité même le choix du restaurant familial, tout était parfait . le personnel disponible, agréable et très souriant. Et Maria notre correspondante Tui toujours à l’écoute .
R
Rachel
Travelled with family
14 July 2025
5
United Kingdom
It was a long drive back just over 3 hours and no toilet stop and no toilet on the bus so this needs to be built in for people’s comfort. It was an amazing experience but a simple thing like this needs to be accounted for.
G
Giselle
Travelled with family
15 May 2025
5
United Kingdom
Angel was a great driver Rocio was a great tour guide Daniel was a great captain of our boat
P
Patri 60
Travelled as a couple
23 November 2025
4.6
France
Tarif élevé et en plus eco taxe cher 25 dollars par personne