Mangrove Wildlife Tour: Sunrise and Nature Bliss

Experience a breathtaking sunrise paddle at Los Rápidos, explore stromatolites, and savor a delightful breakfast amidst stunning lagoon views.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • C. 50 5, between Calle 5 and Federal Highway - The adventure begins before dawn, as participants paddle across the serene, mirror-like waters of Bacalar lagoon, with the first light gradually illuminating the sky.
    The journey leads to the renowned Canal de los Piratas — a narrow, shallow passage featuring crystal-clear water and soft white sand…
What's Included
  • Breakfast
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
Additional Information

• Glide through mangroves while observing local birds and wildlife in their natural environment
• Enter the historic Canal de los Piratas and paddle through its clear, shallow waters
• Experience the sunrise within the canal, enveloped by silence and a unique, almost mystical ambiance
• Continue towards Laguna Mariscal, a more secluded and pristine area…

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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301margheritag
May 1, 2026
Paddleboard/kayaking at sunrise - The guys at Amarbacalar organized a sunrise paddleboard/kayak tour for us on the Bacalar lagoon with Ellie, and it’s been an unforgettable experience. Ellie is absolutely lovely: she has guided us through the lagoon at a peaceful pace and even prepared an incredible breakfast for us. Enjoying breakfast on a paddleboard in the middle of the Pirates’ Channel is something I’d recommend to anyone visiting Bacalar. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind experience. 5 stars and highly recommended!!!
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Cipjenka
Apr 25, 2026
Sunrise paddle boarding with Eli - I joined Eli’s sunrise paddle from Lake Bacalar through Pirate’s Channel to Lagoon Marisca, and it ended up being a really special morning. I was basically new to paddle boarding, but Eli adjusted the pace the whole time so I felt comfortable and actually confident pretty quickly. We were out for about 3.5 hours, with a simple but amazing breakfast right on the boards—fresh fruit, toast, Nutella, and her homemade carrot jam with walnuts, which was super delicious. After that we paddled on and stopped for a swim at the ecological park, and I even got to try a bit of Janzu water therapy with her. It’s a gentle, meditative practice where you’re guided and moved through the water—it felt deeply relaxing, almost like a mix of meditation and floating massage. If you’re open to that kind of experience, you can also book a full session with Eli, which I can imagine would be really special. What made it stand out most though was Eli herself—she has a super kind, calm, and strong presence that makes the whole experience feel easy and genuine. Definitely worth waking up early for.
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Dranzer91
Apr 23, 2026
Kayak / SUP sunrise Tour with eli - We had a really nice Sunset Tour with Eli. She is super nice and supportive. The breakfast in the Lagoon was awesome.
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Sonnensegel1980
Apr 16, 2026
Nice experience! - Nice turn into the sunrise! Guide was very friendly and the breakfast was delicious!
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176navidn
Apr 16, 2026
A Must-Do in Bacalar - This experience was amazing. Huge thanks to Eli — she’s the best! Breakfast, coffee, and the toast were all great, and we got to enjoy a truly unforgettable sunrise with her. The whole vibe was super relaxed and well organized. If you’re going to Bacalar or anywhere nearby, don’t miss this tour. Totally worth it.
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Climber08013728243
Apr 12, 2026
Magical morning on the water! - We had a magical morning with Ellie. We canoeed and had a delicious breakfast in the water at sunrise. It was really fantastic!
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Alexandrasg4639ju
Apr 11, 2026
Excellent - We loved the tour, the very friendly and professional guides, the very good light breakfast, the amazing views. 10/10
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Rub_nenriqueg2026
Apr 11, 2026
Unforgettable sunrise in Bacalar - A unique experience, my partner and I were very satisfied with the service and very friendly and attentive guides. We will definitely return
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Mart_neza2026
Apr 11, 2026
Super experience in paddle bord - Eli and Jesus, our guides are very professional and friendly, the tour great and the breakfast very rich, thank you for everything and 100% recommended
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Inocencioz2026
Apr 10, 2026
Kayaking in the mangroves — super recommended! - Making sup paddel in the mangroves was an amazing and different experience. The place is very quiet and full of nature, perfect to disconnect. Everything was well organized and the atmosphere was very relaxed. Certainly something you have to do in Bacalar. I highly recommend it! 🌿
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From $39
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).