Rio Lagartos & Ek Balam Ruins Eco-Adventure
With so much to see and do in Riviera Maya, you might be suffering from fear of missing out. You are worried you’ll have to choose between seeing Mayan ruins and going on an eco-tour, but fortunately, you can have it all. The Riviera Maya Rio Lagartos and Ek Balam adventure offers both in one single tour. When you finish this tour, you’ll have a much better understanding of the region’s ecosystem and culture. That’s the best way to cure a case of fear of missing out.
You’ll begin with a boat tour of Rio Lagartos, where you’ll pass mangroves and other landscapes. The biosphere reserve is full of unique wildlife, including 365 species of birds. That includes a vast pink flamingo population. You’ll also pass the pink salt flat lakes. These are truly stunning and should be on everyone’s bucket list.
After you finish at Rio Lagartos, you’ll be ready to begin your Ek Balam tour. Less crowded than some of the other ruins in the area, Ek Balam is an excellent way to learn about Mayan culture. The entrance arch stands to greet visitors, and you can still see portions of the defense wall. You’ll come across a variety of structures, including the Oval Palace and some smaller pyramids. You’ll finally reach the Acropolis, which easily steals the show. Climb up the steep steps to reach the top, where you’ll be treated to quite the view. As you move from one building to the next, your guide will give you information that will put it all in perspective.
If you’re looking for Riviera Maya eco-tours with some history built-in, this is the one for you. You’ll spend the entire day exploring the ecosystem and Mayan ruins, and since lunch is included, you will have the energy you need to take it all in. You do need a ticket to join the fun, so grab a spot today. With special deals for the Riviera Maya Rio Lagartos and Ek Balam tour, now is the perfect time to grab a ticket.
Rio Lagartos and Ek Balam Details
Rio Lagartos & Ek Balam Ruins Eco-Adventure from Riviera Maya Tour Includes:
- Friendly bilingual tour guides
- Transportation from Riviera Maya hotels (Cancun hotels are $5.00 each paid in cash on day of)
- Boat tour
- Small groups of 6 or 7 per boat
- Life jacket
- Lunch at waterfront restaurant
- Entrance fee
Departures: Monday, Tuesday & Friday.
Length: Approximately 12 Hours including transportation.
Rio Lagartos & Ek Balam Ruins Eco-Adventure from Riviera Maya Tour Recommendations:
- Good walking shoes
- Bio-degradable sunblock or UV protective clothing
- Eco-friendly bug repellent
- Bathing suit & towel
- Camera
- Hat or Visor
- Water
- Extra cash for professional photographer photos, souvenirs and gratuities
Children: Ages 5 to 10 years old, 4 years and under are free but lunch is not included but, you can order from restaurant out of pocket for them.
Cruise Ship Passengers: Sorry, this tour is not compatible with cruise ship port hours.
Restrictions: If you have knee or back problems, there is a bit of walking on this tour, activity level is 6 out of 10.
Insider Tip: You will have the opportunity to see the salt flats and take a clay bath, what a truly unique experience this is!
Groups: Private tour is available for an additional cost; contact us for a custom quote!
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