Adventure Brief
Cruise the famous Seven Colors of Bacalar on a pontoon trip from Costa Maya. Swim in cenotes, visit Pirates Channel, taste local tequila and return to your ship on schedule.
5 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Cruise the famous Seven Colors of Bacalar on a pontoon trip from Costa Maya. Swim in cenotes, visit Pirates Channel, taste local tequila and return to your ship on schedule.
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You step off the shuttle and the lagoon greets you in bands of blue — a shallow palette that seems to rearrange itself with every ripple. The pontoon hums away from the mangrove-lined shore and the water pulls you forward, each shade more vivid than the last.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short swims and short walks on flat terrain
Wildlife
History
Fort San Felipe was built in the 18th century to defend the lagoon and nearby settlements from pirate raids; remnants now overlook the Seven Colors.
Conservation
Bacalar’s water quality depends on responsible tourism; use reef‑safe products, avoid single‑use plastics, and respect marked mangrove and nesting zones.
Reserve your spot on the Bacalar Lagoon 7 Colors Excursion from Costa Maya Cruise Port today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef‑safe sunscreen
The lagoon’s freshwater lens is sensitive — use reef‑safe sunscreen and apply ashore to limit contamination.
Wear water shoes
Cenote bottoms and shallow sandbars can be uneven and slippery; lightweight water shoes protect feet and improve traction.
Timing for light and photos
Morning or late afternoon light brings out the lagoon’s best colors and cooler temperatures; mid‑day is brightest but hottest.
Back‑to‑ship guarantee
Confirm pickup and drop‑off times with your guide to ensure timely return to your cruise ship.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects skin while minimizing impact to the lagoon’s delicate ecosystem.
Quick‑dry towel and swimwear
Dries fast after cenote swims and is comfortable aboard the pontoon.
Sturdy water shoes
Protects feet on rocky or sandy cenote floors and boat decks.
Waterproof phone case or small dry bag
Keeps valuables dry while you swim and photograph the lagoon.