Bacalar from Costa Maya

Bacalar “Secret River” Adventure

Kayak or swim the Bacalar rapids — the narrow turquoise channel through the Lagoon of Seven Colors — then enjoy a grilled chicken lunch. Private A/C ride from the ship. 

Ages 5+ · kids 4 & under free

limit 2 per booking

$100

After we leave the port.

5-6 Hours

Kayak or swim the current

(Kayaks rented by hour)

In the water

Back at least 30 minutes before sail away

On time

The day, step by step

This is the active Bacalar day with mostly swimming and relaxing. If you would rather sit on a boat and look at the colors, with a bit of swim time, take the pontoon tour instead.

1

Meet at the port gate

Come as soon as you are off the ship — Bacalar is a longer drive. Port Costa Maya entrance, Caribe Avenue and Paseo del Puerto. Your driver has a whiteboard with your name. Maps included with booking.

2

About 1 hour 30 minutes inland

Enjoy a private air-conditioned vehicle through Maya country for just your group. Stop and enjoy a pineapple and other fruits in Pedro Santos “Pineapple village”. One pineapple is included with every booking. 

3

The Secret River

The narrow channel people call the rapids. Swim it or rent a kayak by the hour. The water is clear, moving and unforgettable. There are changing rooms and lockers available for rent if you have valuables. The are is very safe and you can leave anything you like in our vehicle. Your driver will look after your belongings. 

4

Grilled chicken lunch

Enjoy a fresh grilled chicken lunch with beans, rice, and tortillas at a restaurant in downtown Bacalar. Water and other non-alcoholic drinks included. 

5

Straight back to Costa Maya port

We will drop you off at the shopping-center entrance. This tour does not include Coconut Water Beach Club. There is not enough time after Bacalar.

Included

      • Private round-trip A/C transportation

      • Secret River / rapids — swim as long as you like

      • Grilled chicken, beans, rice, tortillas

      • Water and non-alcoholic drings

      • Fruit from Pedro Santos

      

      

Not included

      • Kayak rental

      • Alcohol 

      • Driver and guide tips

      • Souvenirs

      

Bacalar days do not end at the club

The lagoon is an hour and a half each way. We take you back to the port shopping center so you make the ship. Save Coconut Water Beach Club for your next visit — ruins, snorkel, or fishing.

 

Meet us here

Port Costa Maya entrance. Wear a swimsuit, bring a towel, water shoes if you have them, sunscreen, and cash. Moderate to active: current, kayaking, swimming.

Questions: 1 (989) 670-3528 · 24-hour line

Cash on the day

Bring enough for the $100 balance. We do not take a deposit.

Back to ship

 We will have you at port at least 30 minutes before departure

Kids

Ages 5+ pay $100. Ages 4 and under are free, limit 2 per booking. 

Pontoon instead?

Want the lagoon from a boat, with cenotes and Pirate Canal? Book the 7 Color Pontoon Tour..

Ready for the rapids?

$100. Private vehicle. Lunch included. Back at the ship.

$100

per person · kids 4 and under free.

No deposit. Same-day approval. This form is only for the Bacalar “Secret River” tour.

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