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Pontoon Tour on Bacalar Lagoon with Lunch at a Restaurant
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BacalarPontoon TourTrip code: WTE-6422
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Pontoon Tour on Bacalar Lagoon with Lunch at a Restaurant

Discover why Bacalar is called the Lagoon of Seven Colors. Sail smoothly across sparkling turquoise waters, jump into crystal-clear cenotes, touch the mineral-rich white sand at Pirates Channel, and spot migratory birds at Bird Island. Includes a mouthwatering coastal lunch and cool drinks onboard.

Duration
6 Hours (Boat Navigation + Transport + Lunch)
Group Size
2-14 Guests
Guarantee
Back-to-Ship 100%

Excursion Highlights

Swim in 7 distinct shades of sparkling blue water
Exfoliate with natural sulfurized calcium sand in Pirates Channel
Observe ancient living stromatolites (earth’s oldest lifeforms)
Relax on a smooth, comfortable shaded boat with music & cold drinks

Step-by-Step Excursion Itinerary

00:00

Meeting at Mahahual Port Exit

Meet guide at Paseo del Puerto and board AC transport.

01:00

Arrival in Bacalar & Boarding Pontoon

Welcome aboard our private shaded pontoon boat with ice-cold beverages.

01:30

Cenote Esmeralda & Pirates Channel Swim

Swim in shallow turquoise waters and explore historical pirate waterways.

03:30

Waterfront Restaurant Lunch

Enjoy delicious seafood ceviche or grilled fajitas by the lagoon shore.

05:00

Return to Costa Maya Port

Punctual return to port terminal with 100% Back-to-Ship Guarantee.

What's Included

  • 2.5 Hours Shaded Pontoon Boat Cruise in Bacalar Lagoon
  • Stops at Cenote Esmeralda, Pirates Channel (Canal de los Piratas) & Bird Island
  • Life Jackets & Snorkeling Equipment
  • Ice-cold Beers, Soft Drinks & Fresh Seasonal Fruit Onboard
  • Full Lunch at Waterfront Restaurant (Seafood, Chicken or Veggie Options)
  • Roundtrip AC Transport from Costa Maya Cruise Terminal

What's Excluded

  • Guide & Captain Gratuities
  • Towels (Please bring your own from the ship)

Trip Information

Arrival City
Mahahual Dock / Costa Maya Cruise Dock
Language
Spanish and English
Transportation
Air-conditioned van + shaded pontoon
Guide
Bilingual certified guide
Tour Availability
Available daily
Meals
Lunch at waterfront restaurant
Payment Method
VISA, Mastercard, PayPal
Wifi
No

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get to Bacalar from the port?+
The air-conditioned transfer takes about 70 minutes each way.
How much time is actually spent on the lagoon?+
You get roughly 2.5 hours of navigation with swimming stops at three locations.
Can non-swimmers join?+
Yes. Life jackets are included, the swimming stops are shallow, and you can stay on the shaded deck the whole time.

Costa Maya Port Meeting Location

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Paseo del Puerto street outside the Costa Maya port security checkpoint. Look for the Caribe Adventures banner.

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$100.00
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$84.00
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Professional photo & video package
$45.00
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Premium open bar upgrade
$18.00 / Guests
Hotel or Airbnb pickup in Mahahual
$25.00
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Snorkel gear upgrade
$12.00 / Guests

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