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15 Bacalar Kayaking Tours to Book Early

24 tours  ·  from $22 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 bacalar kayaking tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing a dry bag.

Pirate's Channel & 3 Lagoons Kayak or SUP/Paddle Tour +Meditation - Crossing Bacalar’s Seven-Color Lagoon
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Pirate’s Channel & 3 Lagoons Kayak or SUP/Paddle Tour +Meditation

1.Pirate’s Channel & 3 Lagoons Kayak or SUP/Paddle Tour +Meditation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 564 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) Our pick

Start at 5:00 am with a bilingual guide and paddle into Bacalar’s sunrise by kayak or SUP. Visit Pirate’s Channel, Mariscal Lagoon, and the Mangrove Sanctuary, then pause for fruit, coffee, Nutella toast, meditation, and GoPro photos. Groups are capped at four people.

“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!”

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Sunrise Paddle Quest: Embrace the Dawn on Bacalar's Waters - Crossing the lagoon before the heat
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Sunrise Paddle Quest: Embrace the Dawn on Bacalar’s Waters

2.Sunrise Paddle Quest: Embrace the Dawn on Bacalar’s Waters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 542 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $38

Meet at The Yak Lake House at 6:20 a.m. for coffee and a short SUP lesson, then paddle across Bacalar Lagoon to Black Cenote and Pirates Canal. Guides including Vicky, David, and Daniel help beginners find their balance. Fresh fruit, hydration, photos, and a small group of up to 16 are included.

“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.”

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Sunrise by Paddle or Kayak with Floating Picnic - Cenote Esmeralda and the mirror effect
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Sunrise by Paddle or Kayak with Floating Picnic

3.Sunrise by Paddle or Kayak with Floating Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 343 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet at Casa China Bacalar at 6:30 am for a guided paddleboard or kayak trip across Lake Bacalar. After a warm-up and safety briefing, you’ll visit Cenote Esmeralda, swim as the sun rises, then head toward a bird sanctuary for fruit drinks and a floating picnic. Guides include Adrián, Angelo, and Pelu.

“Angelo was very professional, kind, caring for us. We were several people who never paddled before and he taught us well. I was very scared but he reassured me, and really helped. He’s a very good teacher. He gave us tips to paddle better as well. The tour was super nice, chill, we had all the time we needed, there was no rush. The sunrise was amazing. We Aldo’s has explanations about the local fauna and flora. We ended up all getting to know each other and having a great time. Angelo spent some time discussing with each of us, in so many languages ! It was an amazing morning.…”

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Paddleboarding and/or kayaking tour at sunrise in the lagoon of Bacalar - Choosing a Paddleboard or Kayak
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Paddleboarding and/or kayaking tour at sunrise in the lagoon of Bacalar

4.Paddleboarding and/or kayaking tour at sunrise in the lagoon of Bacalar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 309 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $28

Meet at 5:30 am in Bacalar for a three-hour sunrise paddleboard or kayak trip on the lagoon. You’ll reach Cenote de la Bruja as the sky brightens, with guides such as Osvaldo, Jorge, or Romel helping you along. The group is limited to seven people, and the tour returns to its starting point.

“The guides were respectfully, helpful, and knowledgeable. Enjoyed the tour and definitely had a great experience”

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Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard Tour with Breakfast & Photos - Your first hour: easy paddling into the sunrise
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Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard Tour with Breakfast & Photos

5.Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard Tour with Breakfast & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Start at 6:00 a.m. with a bilingual guide such as Miguel, Samuel, or Rocío, then paddle across Bacalar’s Lagoon of Seven Colors toward Cocos Island and the Pirates’ Channel. Swim, watch the sunrise, eat fruit and toast with coffee, and receive GoPro photos and videos. Beginners may use a canoe instead of a paddleboard.

“Miguel was our guide and an incredible host. His knowledge of the lakes biology and local history was informative and entertaining. I definitely recommend this early morning tour.”

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Bacalar: Sunrise Paddleboard Tour with Floating Picnic - Meeting at Casa China Bacalar
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Bacalar: Sunrise Paddleboard Tour with Floating Picnic

6.Sunrise Paddleboard Tour with Floating Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 279 reviews · 3 hours · from $29

Start at Casa China Bacalar with a bilingual guide such as Adriano, Angelo, or Adrian. Paddle from Cenote Esmeralda toward Cenote Negro or Cocalitos, watch sunrise near Bird Island, swim in warm water, and finish with fruit, snacks, juice, and sometimes coffee on your board.

“Really nice experience and would definetly recommend ! We had a great guide (Angelo) who was really helpful and had a lot of knowledge.”

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Sunrise on Paddleboard with breakfast in the lagoon of 7 colors - Getting onto the water with a small group
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Sunrise on Paddleboard with breakfast in the lagoon of 7 colors

7.Sunrise on Paddleboard with breakfast in the lagoon of 7 colors

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 255 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet at 6:00 am for a three-hour paddleboard outing with Flor and a small group of up to eight. You will watch sunrise over Bacalar’s Seven-Color Lagoon, visit Bird Island and Black Cenote, and enjoy coffee, water, fruit, and a sweet snack on the water.

“Beautiful experience!! Loved I was able to bring my dog Coco along for the ride as well. We both had a fantastic time, would definitely recommend booking!”

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3 hr Pontoon Tour with access to Beach Club and Free Kayaks - Swimming in warm, shallow water
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3 hr Pontoon Tour with access to Beach Club and Free Kayaks

8.3 hr Pontoon Tour with access to Beach Club and Free Kayaks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 234 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $25

Spend about three hours on Bacalar Lagoon aboard a shaded pontoon boat with an English-speaking captain. Expect swimming stops, stromatolites, Cenote de la Bruja, seasonal fruit, natural drinks, and access to a beach club with kayaks. Captains may include Daniel, Jonathan, Carlos, or Anthony. Groups are limited to 14 people.

“Johnny was a fun and informative guide and boater! The boat was comfortable and in good condition, and drinks were provided.”

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Private Paddle Tour at Sunrise - Paddling toward the Island of the Birds
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Private Paddle Tour at Sunrise

9.Private Paddle Tour at Sunrise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 219 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $74

Meet at Casa China Bacalar early for a private 3.5-hour paddle tour across Bacalar Lagoon. Warm up, learn the equipment, cross Cenote Esmeralda, watch sunrise near the Island of the Birds, cool off in clear warm water, and return for fruit and coffee. English service is available.

“Amazing experience! The sunrise 🌅 in the lagoon is breathtaking. The water is super warm. Highly recommend to anyone.”

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Bacalar: 3-hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club + Kayaks - Starting at the 360 Panoramic Observatory
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Bacalar: 3-hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club + Kayaks

10.3-hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club + Kayaks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 108 reviews · 3 hours · from $29

Spend three hours on Bacalar Lagoon with an English or Spanish guide, visiting Pirate Canal, Bird Island, and three cenotes from a shaded pontoon boat. Swim, enjoy drinks and snacks, then use free kayaks at the beach club. Guides such as Jonathan, José, Hugo, and Carlos are praised for clear explanations and friendly service.

“Our guide, Captain Banda, was excellent. Gave us great recommendations for restaurants and other activities. Thanks.”

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Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard: A Unique Experience - Starting at The Yak Lake House before sunrise
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Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard: A Unique Experience

11.Bacalar Sunrise Stand Up Paddleboard: A Unique Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 78 reviews · 3 hours · from $28

Meet your English- or Spanish-speaking SUP guide at The Yak Lake House before sunrise. You’ll learn the basics, paddle about 5 km through calm Bacalar Lagoon, pause at Cenote Negro and the Pirates Channel, and stop for fruit, coffee, swimming, and photos. Guides have included Daniel, Gladys, Luiz, and David.

“È stata una esperienza bellissima. Il più bel tour organizzato durante il mio viaggio in Messico. Alba, frutta e caffè in mare, 5 km con il suo, colazione squisita ed abbondante a fine tour con vista fantastica sulla laguna. Lo raccomando assolutamente :)”

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Sunrise Tour (Stand Up Paddle or Kayak) - Choosing between a stand up paddle board and kayak
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Sunrise Tour (Stand Up Paddle or Kayak)

12.Sunrise Tour (Stand Up Paddle or Kayak)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Start at 6:00 am with guide Eckart and the Monkey Adventure Bacalar team for a 2:40 to 3:00 hour paddle or kayak trip. You’ll watch sunrise over the Lagoon of the Seven Colors, visit Pirate Channel and Cenote Negro, and receive equipment, photos, breakfast, snacks, and English or Spanish instruction.

“The time with our guide, Eckart. Also seeing the sunrise. We will come back and use this tour again.”

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Private Eco-Tour on a Recreational Catamaran with Kayaks Included - Meeting your guide at Casa China Bacalar
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Private Eco-Tour on a Recreational Catamaran with Kayaks Included

13.Private Eco-Tour on a Recreational Catamaran with Kayaks Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours on Bacalar Lagoon with a bilingual guide such as Diego, Daniel, or Armando. Sail a recreational Hobie Cat to islands, cenotes, and calm swimming spots, then use the included kayaks to explore at your own pace. Fruit drinks, snacks, safety gear, and three beers per adult are included.

“Diego and Armando gave a wonderful private tour of the lagoon and took us to some of the more secluded parts away from the larger boat groups. Diego had a lot of knowledge of the area and was able to explain a lot about the lagoon and the area of Bacalar. Fabulous time and because it was a private tour we could go at our own pace. The lagoon itself is lovely to swim in, especially on a hot day!”

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Paddle at Dawn with visit to Cenotes and Islands - Getting ready at Casa China Bacalar
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Paddle at Dawn with visit to Cenotes and Islands

14.Paddle at Dawn with visit to Cenotes and Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $25

Meet at Casa China Bacalar at 6:30 am for a three-hour paddle board or kayak outing. After a warm-up and safety briefing, you’ll cross Cenote Esmeralda, swim in an early sunlit channel, then visit a bird sanctuary with a floating picnic. English service, mobile tickets, and groups capped at 12.

“Nos encantó haber aprendido a andar en Paddel con Adrian, muy paciente y atento a pesar del clima fue una actividad estupenda”

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Bacalar at Sunrise: Kayak Adventure with Breakfast & Photos - Getting on the water with Miguel, Romel, or Maria
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Bacalar at Sunrise: Kayak Adventure with Breakfast & Photos

15.Bacalar at Sunrise: Kayak Adventure with Breakfast & Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 67 reviews · from $30

Start early with a bilingual guide such as Miguel or Romel, then kayak through Bacalar Lagoon’s turquoise water in a group of up to 10. Stop for fruit, toast, coffee, and water in the lagoon, with GoPro photos and videos included. Bring swimwear, but note that sunscreen, towels, and snorkeling gear are not provided.

“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!”

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