The 7 Bacalar Sailing Trips That Earn Their Price

1.Sailing Tour through the Laguna de los Siete Colores

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,521 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $40Our pick

Spend about three hours sailing Bacalar’s clear Seven Colors Lagoon with a group of no more than eight. Your crew may include Irving, Carmen, Leo, Cami, or Zazil. Expect Cenote Negro, Pirate Canal, Bird Island, two swims, seasonal fruit, beer, and a quiet ride when the wind is good.

“Wonderful tour. Leandro and Cecil were friendly and laidback, ensuring we were comfortable and had fun. It was four of us on the tour (two couples) and this was a great group size. The two swimming stops were a good duration, and the lagoon is a pleasure to swim in! Sitting at the front of the boat at sunset, and having the cold fruit platter and beers were definitely a highlight. Definitely recommend experiencing the lagoon this way. Muchas gracias!”

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2.Sailing Tour through the Lagoon of the 7 Colors

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,161 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $37Best value

Set out from Casa China Bacalar for a small-group sailing trip across the Seven Colors Lagoon. Your bilingual crew takes you to three cenotes, Bird Island, and the old pirate canal, with swimming stops, fruit drinks, snacks, and three beers per adult. Captains such as David, Angelo, Hugo, and Valentin are often praised for friendly service and local insight.

“We loved the swimming spots from Adrian and the explanation. Plus they explained the history of blzck cenote. Fruit and the beer were nice add on. The boat was calm. We loved this tour and highly recommend it.”

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3.Private Sailboat + Captain for a Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 582 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours on a private sailboat in Bacalar Lagoon with up to six people. Your bilingual crew can teach basic sailing or steer you toward quiet swimming spots, Cenote Cocalitos, Cenote de la Bruja, Bird Island, Pirate Canal, and the stromatolites. Fruit, drinks, beer, safety gear, and a kayak are included.

“Bacalar was the best part of our trip! Captain Belu was so kind, knowledgeable, and cared so much for her sailboat. We learned so many interesting facts and the kids loved snorkeling in the clear, blue waters. The area/town is stunning and charming. It was paradise!”

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4.Private sailing tour of Bacalar Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 403 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Sail Bacalar Lagoon with a private group of up to seven, stopping at Cenote Negro, Pirate Canal, and Bird Island. Captains such as Flor, Leandro, Leo, and their crews provide local explanations, swimming time, seasonal fruit, beer, and water. Meet at Casa Sirena dock 15 minutes early.

“A fantastic ride across one of the most beautiful places in the world. The Lagoon of Bacalar is a sight to behold and there is no better (and eco friendlier) way than by sailing.”

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5.Private Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours on a private catamaran in Bacalar with your own group of up to 12. Swim at the Pirate Canal, pass three cenotes, see living stromatolites, and pause at Isla de los Pájaros. Guides including Daniel, Alfredo, Abraham, and Andrea may lead the outing.

“Andrea and Cata are the best skippers you could ask for. The place is marvellous, the boat is quite comfortable and the esperience is definitelo worth the money and the time”

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6.Private Sailing between Mangroves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Sail privately with Captain Sara from Bertilla Lagoon toward Esmeralda and Cocalítos cenotes, mangroves, wetlands, and Bird Island. This quiet, motor-free outing includes swimming, seasonal fruit, bottled water, and a sunset return. The tour is in English and lasts about three hours.

“Es una experiencia lindisima, fuera de la zona turística, en un contacto más directo con la laguna y la naturaleza. Sara conoce muy bien la zona, las áreas protegidas, cuida el ambiente y da mucha información valiosa. A mis hijos y mi mamá les encanto y para todos fue muy agradable el paseo. Que bonita manera de conocer Bacalar sin perjudicar el ambiente con los motores de gasolina.”

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7.4hr Private Sailing Tour with Guacamole & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four hours on a private Catalina 25 sailboat with bilingual crew members including Hector, Franco, and Miquel. Visit Bacalar Lagoon sights such as Cenote Negro, Canal de los Piratas, and Isla de los Pájaros, while enjoying homemade guacamole, fruit, water, and cold beer.

“We had the most wonderful time experiencing the Bacalar Lagoon on a beautiful red sail boat with the best sailors Hector and Franco! Cold beer, fresh fruit and guacamole made on board with good company, we would definitely recommend this to anyone”

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