Mexico · KAYAK TRIPS IN BACALAR
Good kayak trips in Bacalar fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 11 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Paddle Bacalar’s Seven Colors Lagoon at sunrise, explore Pirate’s Channel and mangroves, enjoy breakfast, meditation, and GoPro photos.
“Amazing experience Jorge was very helpful provided lots of tips and tricks, and even giving you space to manage at your own pace it was a great first time trying SUP and now I love it!”
Review of Bacalar’s sunrise SUP tour to Black Cenote and Pirates Canal, with coffee, snacks, photos, guides, pricing, and practical tips.
“A must in Bacalar. Although we couldn’t see the sunrise due to the cloudy sky, it was still a wonderful experience. The tour was well-balanced between the required physical strength during the paddling and the moment of tranquility when relaxing in the beautiful and peaceful lagoon. Our guides are friendly, knowledgeable and patient. Vicky was amazing, and she paid attention to everyone of us and provided instructions and tips on how to better manage the motion of navigating the SUPs. Highly recommend.”
Paddle Bacalar at sunrise, swim in a cenote, and enjoy a floating fruit picnic near the bird sanctuary for $29.80.
“I booked this tour specifically because it advertised both paddleboards and kayaks. I paddleboard, my father kayaks, so this seemed perfect. When I prepaid, I emphasized that we wanted 1 paddleboard and 1 kayak. At check-in, I confirmed it again. During the final tally before heading to the water, I said it again. Only when we actually reached the water was I told there weren’t enough paddleboards. At that point, I was forced into a kayak, which is exactly what I had been trying to avoid. This was never communicated until the very last moment, which was frustrating, especially since others in the group said they would have preferred a…”
Review of Bacalar’s sunrise paddleboarding or kayaking tour, with Cenote de la Bruja, small groups, guides, price, and practical tips.
“The guides were respectfully, helpful, and knowledgeable. Enjoyed the tour and definitely had a great experience”
Review of Bacalar’s $25 pontoon tour with lagoon swimming, stromatolites, fruit drinks, beach club access, and free kayaks.
“Hugo is a chilled out captain and I had a good time. He showed around the lagoon and shared his knowledge about it with us. There are free kayaks included but it was a raining and I chose not to use the option”
Paddle Bacalar at sunrise on a private 3.5-hour tour with cenotes, warm clear water, breakfast, and a full refund for bad weather.
“Amazing experience! The sunrise 🌅 in the lagoon is breathtaking. The water is super warm. Highly recommend to anyone.”
Review of Bacalar’s $29 pontoon tour, with lagoon highlights, swimming stops, kayaks, drinks, beach club access, and practical booking advice.
“Excellent tour, Angelo was an excellent guide, great experience in the beautiful Laguna and Ceynotes! Highly recommended”
Paddle into Bacalar’s sunrise on a three-hour SUP or kayak tour to Pirate Channel and Cenote Negro, with breakfast, photos, and pickup.
“The time with our guide, Eckart. Also seeing the sunrise. We will come back and use this tour again.”
Review of Bacalar’s private 3-hour eco-catamaran tour with kayaks, swimming, snacks, drinks, and quiet lagoon stops for up to five.
“Excellent, fun time on the lagoon. Diego our skipper took us to quiet areas that other larger boats didn’t go to. He is very pleasant, patient and knowledgeable. The colours of the lagoon looked amazing and the splashing from the Hobie Cat kept us nice and cool as we flew across the water. I would highly recommend this trip for feeling close to nature. Muchas gracias, Diego!”
Paddle Bacalar at sunrise, swim in Cenote Esmeralda, spot birds, and enjoy a floating picnic for $25.09 in a small three-hour tour.
“Nos encantó haber aprendido a andar en Paddel con Adrian, muy paciente y atento a pesar del clima fue una actividad estupenda”
Paddle Laguna Bacalar at sunrise, enjoy a lagoon breakfast, and receive GoPro photos on this small-group kayak tour for $30.
“Miguel was a very nice and open guide. We felt very secure during the kajak trip. He gave us a lot of information about Bacalar and the Lagoon. We would definetly recommend doing the sunrise tour!”
Pick a coast, a ruin or a kitchen.
