Itinerary

1. Welcome!

   
   
   
   

   Welcome! Our staff will welcome you upon arrival at the marina located inside the facilities of Casa China Bacalar.There you will receive all the information and equipment needed for your 3-hour boat adventure.

   
   
   
   

2. Cenote Esmeralda

   
   
   
   

   We set sail from Cenote Esmeralda, the largest in the entire Bacalar lagoon with more than 500 meters in diameter.

   
   
   
   

3. Cenote Cocalitos/Stromatolitos

   
   
   
   

   You've arrived at the stromatolite garden! The Cocalitos cenote is 90 meters deep and houses the stromatolite sanctuary.Stromatolites are the ancestors of corals that go back to the origin of life on the planet.We'll tell you why they're so special and how to preserve them.Look at them, but don't touch them.

   
   
   
   

4. Pirate Channel

   
   
   
   

   Your next stop is the famous Pirate Canal, where warm, shallow waters create an unforgettable environment.Here you'll have the chance to swim and explore the area while we prepare a delicious fruit picnic.Can you imagine the battles against pirates who tried to plunder the area almost 400 years ago?

   
   
   
   

5. Cenote Negro/Cenote de la Bruja

   
   
   
   

   You will enter the Cenote Negro, known locally as the Cenote de la Bruja, a place full of fantasy and mystery.Its depth exceeds 100 meters, so you can see a change of color in the water.From this site you will understand why it is known as the Lagoon of the Seven Colors.

   
   
   
   

6. Bird Island

   
   
   
   

   The last stop before returning to the pier is Bird Island, a place where you can breathe peace and quiet amidst the singing of birds.Depending on the season, you can see the flight of migratory birds as you dive into the crystal clear waters.

   
   
   
   

7. Return to the pier

   
   
   
   

   Enjoy the breeze as you sail back to the pier.