Mexico · Cruise & Sailing

Private - Bacalar sailing across the mesmerizing waters

12 Hours Round trip from Tulum Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Sail across Bacalar’s Lagoon of Seven Colors
  • 02 Enjoy a 3.5-hour eco-friendly sailing experience
  • 03 Swim, snorkel, and sightsee in crystal-clear waters
  • 04 See Bacalar Fort, Pirate’s Channel, and Bird Island
  • 05 Discover lake fossils and hidden spots around the lagoon
  • 06 Travel without motor noise on a 100% eco-friendly sailboat
  • 07 Includes lunch, snacks, bottled water, and snorkeling equipment
  • 08 Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tulum included

Escape the Riviera Maya for a day on Bacalar’s famous Lagoon of Seven Colors, where shifting shades of blue, calm waters, and a laid-back atmosphere create a memorable sailing experience. Travel by sailboat for a quieter, more natural way to explore this inland paradise, surrounded by nature and traces of colonial history.

During your time on the lagoon, enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing as you visit highlights such as Bacalar Fort, Pirate’s Channel, Bird Island, lake fossils, and hidden spots along the water. Ideal for families, nature lovers, and anyone seeking beautiful landscapes and a more peaceful alternative to the beach.

Escape the Riviera Maya for a day on Bacalar’s famous Lagoon of Seven Colors, where shifting shades of blue, calm waters, and a laid-back atmosphere create a memorable sailing experience.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Tulum, Bacalar
Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Discover the incredible lagoon of 7 colors. 3.5 hours sailing the lagoon. Swimming, snorkeling & sightseeing. Bacalar fort, pirate's channel, bird island, lake fossils, secret spots. No motor, no noise, 100% eco-friendly Getaway from the beach to explore this laid back paradise

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tulum 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • The use of life vest is mandatory in all boat tours (provided by Mexico Kan Tours)
  • Rent of sailboat
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tulum (revise confirmation email for pick up time)

What's Not Included

  • Extra Transportation Fees (North of Tulum).
  • +$10USD per person extra for pick-ups between Conrad Tulum by Hilton and Puerto Aventuras.
  • +$20USD per person extra for pick-ups between Puerto Aventuras and Paradisus Playa del Carmen.
  • +$30USD per person extra for pick-ups between Sandos Caracol PDC and Iberostar Gran Paraíso.
  • +$40USD per person extra for pick-ups between Playa Maroma (Vidanta) and Cancun Airport Area.
  • +$45USD per person extra for pick-ups between Cancun Airport Area and Cancun Downtown.
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Necessary COVID-19 prevention measures implemented during the tour (50% capacity, Antibactial gel available and facemasks compulsory, for everyone, sanitization of vehicles and equipment, safe distance between all participants, groups from 2 to 6 people maximum, private tour possible)
  • If you present any of the following symptoms (fever, dry cough, tiredness, headaches, aches and pains), please refrain from joining the tour, contact us as soon as possible and look for medical assistance
  • Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time
  • If you do not find your hotel/apartment in the list, please enter your own pick up location.
  • The exact pick up time will be confirmed to you once you have provided us with the pick up location.
  • Please revise confirmation email from Mexico Kan Tours to know your exact Pick Up Time and not the automatic confirmation as it will depend on your accommodation’s localization.
  • Pick up and Drop off within the immediate Tulum area is included in the price, additional price applies for areas outside of Tulum.
  • Ask us a quote for extra Transportation Fees (North of Tulum).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Tulum, MX
Tour start
Tulum, MX
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Tulum.

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