Aventurate Río Lagartos

Embark on an exciting boat journey through the mangrove canals of the Ría Lagartos Biosphere, discovering the rich flora and fauna, from various types of mangroves to birds such as pelicans and seagulls. Luck might allow us to spot flamingos in their natural habitat and later witness the planet's largest reptile, the crocodile, basking in the sun.

The experience includes a visit to an impressive natural spring called Chiquilá, where you can swim, take a walk in search of crocodiles, and enjoy a Mayan bath for skin care. The tour concludes on a beautiful beach, offering a relaxing and natural end to this unforgettable adventure in the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve.

We visit: Mangrove canals + "Chiquila" natural spring + Peten Mac Trail + Virgin beach.

• 🏁 Departure: Daily from Aventuremos Pier
• ✅ #PickUp: from your hotel doorstep if located in front or near Ría (within the port of Río Lagartos).
• ⌚ Departure time: We recommend doing the tour in the morning around 7:00 am to 9:00 am, as there are more birds leaving their roosting areas and flying to their feeding areas during that time; however, the tour can be conducted at any time of the day.
• ⏳ Tour duration: 1.5 hours.
• 🐕 This is a Pet-Friendly tour; your pets are welcome.
• 💺 Maximum capacity per boat: 6 people, for 7 or more people, an additional boat is required.

Escape from the routine and treat yourself to a boat ride that will immerse you in the impressive nature of the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. During the tour, you will contemplate the exuberant flora and fauna, from the imposing mangrove barrier to various birds such as brown pelicans, cormorants, magnificent frigates, and the emblematic pink flamingo of the Caribbean. The possibility of spotting the crocodile, the largest reptile in the world, among the mangroves, adds excitement to the trip.

The visit to the salt factory, the second largest in Mexico, offers views of the beautiful pink waters, followed by free time for photos. The experience includes a Mayan exfoliation with organic, mineral-rich clay, and concludes on a pristine beach on the Gulf of Mexico, where you can swim, remove the clay, and delight in the warm water and natural landscape.

We visited: Mangrove estuary + Crocodile Area + Flamingo feeding area + Salt factory (Back) + Virgin beach.

• 🏁 Departure/ Departure: Every day From the pier Let's Adventure
• ✅#PickUp: from the door of your hotel if it is located in front of or close to the estuary (within the port of Río Lagartos).
• ⌚ Departure time: The recommendation we make is to do the tour in the morning around 7:00 am to 9:00 am, because at that time there are more birds that are leaving their overnight areas. and fly to their feeding grounds; However, the tour can be done at any time of the day.
• ⏳ Tour duration: 2 Hours.
• 🐕This is a Pet-Friendly tour, your pets are welcome.
• 💺 Maximum capacity of each boat: 6 people, from 7 people it is necessary to occupy another boat.

Embark on a boat ride and fall in love with the wonderful nature that the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve offers. Explore the mangrove channels, with their impressive barrier and the natural diversity of the estuary, spotting birds such as the brown pelican, cormorants, magnificent frigatebirds and the iconic Caribbean pink flamingo, with the help of an accredited guide. Luck might allow you to spot the gigantic crocodile near the boat.

Visit the back of the second most important salt factory in Mexico, YSYSA, with minutes for photos. The experience includes an optional Mayan scrub with organic clay, which acts as an exfoliant, sunscreen and insect repellent. It concludes on a beautiful pristine beach on the Gulf of Mexico, where you can swim, wash away the clay, and enjoy the warm water and beautiful natural landscape.

We visited: Mangrove estuary + Crocodile Area + Flamingo feeding area + Salt factory (Back) + Virgin beach.

• 🏁 Departure/ Departure: Every day From the pier Let's Adventure
• ✅#PickUp: from the door of your hotel if it is located in front of or close to the estuary (within the port of Río Lagartos).
• ⌚ Departure time: The recommendation we make is to do the tour in the morning around 7:00 am to 9:00 am, because at that time there are more birds that are leaving their overnight areas. and fly to their feeding grounds; However, the tour can be done at any time of the day.
• ⏳ Tour duration: 2 Hours.
• 🐕This is a Pet-Friendly tour, your pets are welcome.
• 💺 Maximum capacity of each boat: 6 people, from 7 people it is necessary to occupy another boat.

Immerse yourself in a 4-hour luxury experience exploring the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve aboard a boat with a certified guide. Enjoy the rich nature of the place while observing the great barrier of mangroves and various species of birds, including the emblematic pink flamingo of the Caribbean. The possibility of spotting the gigantic crocodile among the mangroves adds excitement to the trip. Visit the beautiful pink lagoons at the second largest salt factory in Mexico, with time for photos and an explanation of the salt-making process.

Experience clay extraction, learning Mayan techniques, and optionally, apply organic clay as an exfoliant, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Discover the majestic waterhole called Chiquilá, where you can swim and take a walk to spot crocodiles. The day concludes on a pristine beach in the Gulf of Mexico, offering the opportunity to swim and enjoy the warm water, as well as the chance to encounter nearby dolphins.

We visited: Mangrove estuary + Crocodile Area + Flamingo feeding area + Salt factory (Back) + Clay extraction area +Private virgin beach.

• 🏁 Departure/ Departure: Every day From the pier Let's Adventure
• ✅#PickUp: from the door of your hotel if it is located in front of or close to the estuary (within the port of Río Lagartos).
• ⌚ Departure time: The recommendation we make is to do the tour in the morning around 7:00 am to 9:00 am, because at that time there are more birds that are leaving their overnight areas. and fly to their feeding grounds; However, the tour can be done at any time of the day.
• ⏳ Tour duration: 3 Hours.
• 🐕This is a Pet-Friendly tour, your pets are welcome.
• 💺 Maximum capacity of each boat: 6 people, from 7 people it is necessary to occupy another boat.

Get ready for an extreme adventure with Aventuremos, the experts in creating unique experiences. Immerse yourself in the darkness of the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve and activate your senses to discover an unimaginable world. About 35% of the wildlife in this area is nocturnal, offering you the opportunity to spot night herons, gulls, pelicans, reptiles, insects, mammals such as jaguars, and even the fascinating sea casserole (Limulus polyphemus).

Sail through the mangrove forests, cautiously watching the crocodiles as they hunt and swim. Once we turn off the engine and let ourselves be carried away by the current in total silence, the sounds of the fauna intensify the experience, preparing us for the search for these incredible reptiles. (Check with us the departure time, as it varies depending on the time of year and the sunset).

We visited: Mangrove estuary + Crocodile Area + Flamingo feeding area (Only if they are near the area where this tour takes place).

• 🏁 Departure/ Departure: Every day From the pier Let's Adventure
• ✅#PickUp: from the door of your hotel if it is located in front of or close to the estuary (within the port of Río Lagartos).
• ⌚ Departure time: The recommendation we make is to do the tour in the afternoon half an hour before dusk until 11:00 pm (ask what time it gets dark, since the sun sets depending on the season of the year) .
• ⏳ Tour duration: 2 Hours.
• 🐕This is a Pet-Friendly tour, your pets are welcome.
• 💺 Maximum capacity of each boat: 6 people, from 7 people it is necessary to occupy another boat.

Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and marvel at the beauty and liveliness of the beaches of Río Lagartos. Embark on an exploration of the surrounding area, where you can delight in the stunning scenery, watch birds feeding in the mangrove shallows, and relax with the stunning view of the sea. The sound of the waves accompanied by the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico creates an unforgettable experience. With a touch of luck, you could even spot dolphins enjoying their feeding near Río Lagartos beach.

We visited: Mangrove estuary + Flamingo feeding area (Only if they are near the area where this tour takes place) + Virgin Beach (It is located in the open sea).

• 🏁 Departure/ Departure: Every day From the pier Let's Adventure
• ✅#PickUp: from the door of your hotel if it is located in front of or close to the estuary (within the port of Río Lagartos).
• ⌚ The recommendation we make is to do the tour in the afternoon half an hour before dusk (ask what time it gets dark, since the sun sets depending on the season of the year).
• ⏳ Duration of the tour: approximately 1 hour and a half (The time the sunset lasts).
• 🐕This is a Pet-Friendly tour, your pets are welcome.
• 💺 Maximum capacity of each boat: 6 people, from 7 people it is necessary to occupy another boat.

Are you ready for a unique nighttime experience? Activate your senses and discover the unimaginable with our tour designed especially for you and your adventurous spirit. We are experts in creating new and exciting experiences; Let yourself be guided by our experienced captains. Together, we will explore the fascinating mangrove area, observing various birds such as herons and cormorants, with the possibility of spotting flamingos and dolphins in the estuary at sunset. Then, we will enter the shallows of the mangroves in search of the sea cacerolita, a species considered a living fossil that is 475 million years old.

This fascinating being has coexisted with dinosaurs and the first humans, barely experiencing evolutionary changes for 203 million years. Compared to its relatives, the trilobites, which became extinct 250 million years ago, the sea casserole has demonstrated remarkable morphological and physiological stability.

As night falls, our instincts and senses will be sharpened as we listen to the nocturnal life of wildlife. We will turn off the engine to let ourselves be carried by the air and the current, admiring the diversity of aquatic animals. We will arrive at a shallow point where you can opt for a walk in search of the sea casserole (Limulus polyphemus), although the walk is optional and those who prefer can stay in the boat.

We visited: Mangrove estuary + Flamingo feeding area (Only if they are near the area where this tour takes place) + Shoal where the sea pot is located.

• 🏁 Departure/ Departure: Every day From the pier Let's Adventure
• ✅#PickUp: from the door of your hotel if it is located in front of or close to the estuary (within the port of Río Lagartos).
• ⌚ Departure time: The recommendation we make is to do the tour in the afternoon half an hour before dusk (ask what time it gets dark, since the sun sets depending on the season of the year) until 10:00 pm.
• ⏳ Tour duration: approximately 1 hour and a half.
• 🐕This is a Pet-Friendly tour, your pets are welcome.
• 💺 Maximum capacity of each boat: 6 people, from 7 people it is necessary to occupy another boat.