Mayan Experience & Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon

4.4(9)5 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Next Experience Travel

About this activity

Experience two incredible sides of Costa Maya — the living traditions of Maya culture and the beauty of Bacalar’s Seven Color Lagoon.

Connect with a local Maya family, descendants of the ancient Maya, who share traditions and knowledge passed down through generations.

Enjoy a home-cooked traditional lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients, Maya spices and ancestral techniques passed from generation to generation. Learn the art of handmade tortillas, make your own and discover the authentic Maya flavors behind these treasured family recipes.

Complete your experience at Bacalar’s spectacular Seven Color Lagoon, a famous former haven for pirates where today you can swim, kayak or simply relax by the refreshing turquoise waters with a tropical drink in hand.

It’s a beautiful combination of living Maya culture, family traditions, incredible flavors and tropical beauty — a Costa Maya experience that stays with you long after your cruise sails away.

What's included

✓Refreshing drinks by the lagoon — iced tea, hibiscus & horchata
✓Access to Bacalar’s Seven Color Lagoon
✓Hands-on traditional tortilla-making experience
✓Certified Guide
✓Kayaks, tubes, loungers & umbrellas
✓Home-cooked traditional Maya lunch with local ingredients & family recipes
✓Visit with a local Maya family in Chacchoben village
✓Roundtrip transportation from Costa Maya in an air-conditioned vehicle
✓Two alcoholic drinks for guests 21+ — beer or classic cocktails

Not included

✕Souvenirs
✕Gratuities
✕Additional food & premium beverages

Meeting and pickup

Your tour departs one hour after your cruise arrives at Costa Maya Port. Meet at Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the port area. Allow 15 minutes to walk from your ship. Provide your full cruise ship name when booking. Detailed directions and a map will follow confirmation.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
Cruise guests arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options
No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship and docking time
This experience is best appreciated by children ages 6 and older. Younger children are welcome, subject to the applicable infant/child policy.
Children must be 10 or older to paddle a single kayak alone; younger children may kayak with a supervising adult.
Water Activities: Life jackets are mandatory for water activities and are provided. Swimming and kayaking may be restricted by local authorities due to wind, lightning or other unsafe weather conditions.
Weather: This tour operates rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately for the day’s weather.
What to Bring: Bring a swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, hat and biodegradable sunscreen. We recommend carrying some cash for additional purchases, as credit cards may not be accepted outside the port area.
Alcohol: Alcoholic beverages are served only to guests 21 and older. Please drink responsibly.
Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
Maximum weight is 220 lbs (100 kg) for a single kayak or 270 lbs (122 kg) combined for a double kayak
Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable/collapsible wheelchairs only. Non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. Please note that the lagoon portion is not wheelchair accessible due to the natural terrain and access points.
For safety reasons, pregnant guests cannot participate in kayaking but are welcome to enjoy the other available lagoon activities.
Dietary Requirements: Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request. Please provide dietary requirements in advance so arrangements can be made.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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