Coloradas Adventure and Cancunito Beach Tour from Merida

This long day trip from Mérida strings together three stops on Yucatán's north coast: the pink lake at Las Coloradas, Cancunito Beach and the Río Lagartos Biosphere. The description sells it as a good day for photos, and the listing gives the outing about 750 minutes, with the rest of the time spent traveling by land between stops.

The first stop is Las Coloradas, a place with a pink color that makes it a favorite for photos. Your guide explains the salt process and gives you free time to take pictures, with a stop at a lookout for the best views. The itinerary allots about 90 minutes. Included in the package are entrance to Las Coloradas and a Maya bath, a mud bath.

Next is Cancunito Beach, described as a virgin beach with white sand and a fine view, surrounded by flora and fauna. It is presented as a peaceful place for swimming and sightseeing, and the itinerary gives it about 45 minutes.

The Río Lagartos Biosphere follows, with a boat ride of about 120 minutes on boats for six people each. The reserve is home to many species of birds, reptiles and plants, and your guide talks about the nature around you. Binoculars are on board, and with luck you might see flamingos or even dolphins. The day ends with a meal of your choice at El Maleconcito, a gourmet local restaurant near Río Lagartos with a view, showers and a pool, about 90 minutes.

The trip is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health, and infants must sit on an adult's lap. Drinks at the restaurant are not included. Pickup can be done at some Mérida hotels, but the supplier may assign a meeting point even if your hotel is listed. The main meeting points are Parque de Santa Ana, Parque La Mejorada and Hotel Fiesta Americana, and pickup time depends on the location.