Ek Balam, Rio Lagartos Private Tour
Overview
Visit and discover one of the most beloved treasures of Yucatan, the archaeological site of Ek Balam. This site was a very important Mayan capital, which is also known as ¨Talol¨. Ek Balam is, according to the written sources of the sixteenth century, founded by Éek´Báalam (Dark Jaguar) or Coch CalBalam.
During this day, we´ll also visit Ría Lagartos which is the largest hideaway of flamingos in North America. Ecotourism is one of the main activities of this region. The mangrove area of Ría Lagartos, which we going to visit as well, is a protected environmental reserve.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Snacks Fruits and peanuts
- Bottled water Beverages (Soda and water)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat ride
- Bilingual guide
- Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Meeting and Pickup
You will be picked up at the lobby of your Hotel. We will confirm your exact pickup time ONE day before your tour.
What To Expect
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Rio Lagartos
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Ek Balam
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Sacred Cenote
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We use mouth covers all the time.
- We use gel antibacterial.
- We wash our hands every 30 minutes.
- We do not touch our face, noise and mount.
- We say “Hello” with 1.5 mts of distance.
- We take the temperature to our employees every day.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Ek Balam, Rio Lagartos Private Tour?
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Activity code: C-3467P26
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Cancun customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Lunch.
- Snacks. Fruits and peanuts.
- Bottled water. Beverages (Soda and water).
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Boat ride.
- Bilingual guide.
- Alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic Beverages.
- Personal expenses.
- Tips.
The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ek Balam, Rio Lagartos Private Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We use mouth covers all the time.
- We use gel antibacterial.
- We wash our hands every 30 minutes.
- We do not touch our face, noise and mount.
- We say “Hello” with 1.5 mts of distance.
- We take the temperature to our employees every day.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ek Balam, Rio Lagartos Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Cancun. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- SnacksFruits and peanuts
- Bottled waterBeverages (Soda and water)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat ride
- Bilingual guide
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We use mouth covers all the time.
- We use gel antibacterial.
- We wash our hands every 30 minutes.
- We do not touch our face, noise and mount.
- We say “Hello” with 1.5 mts of distance.
- We take the temperature to our employees every day.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
