Las Coloradas Mexico’s is spectacular pink in color because of its high concentration of salt, microorganisms and the sun, the intensity of the color varies depending on the position of the sun’s rays, allowing us to admire a range of colors ranging from yellow and orange to pink that characterizes it
Las Coloradas attracts millions of tourist each year but many are unaware of distance, time and above all the exact location of this site. below we explain more about this site
Location
Las Coloradas is located northern coast of the Yucatan peninsula on a stretch of land which separates the Gulf of Mexico from the lagoon Ria Lagartos, approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes from Merida and the same time from the city of Cancun.
When to visit
Best time to visit Las Coloradas is between April – June , best time of day 11:00 am when the sun gains intensity
How to get there by car
Getting to Las Coloradas by car driving time 3 hours and 30 minutes from Merida or Cancun, use this google map to point you in the right direction LAS COLORADAS GOOGLE MAP DIRECTION
This will guide you directly to the entrance of the area. Once you pass by the salt production, the road makes a slight turn to the left and on the right side you’ll spot the first pink lake.
How to get there by guided tour
Getting to Las Coloradas guided tour is an easiest way from 97 USD tour includes lunch, guide, entry fees, hotel transfers and 2 Hours Boat Ride to Rio Lagartos Reserve to visit the flamingos, birds, mangroves and crocodiles.
What to do at Mexico’s pink lake Las Coloradas
- walk along the sandy paths and admire, while taking pictures, the unique spectacle of pink water in Yucatan
- Swim and sunbathe at Las Coloradas beach, located by the open sea.
- boat ride through the Ría Lagartos Park and its estuary to admire the biodiversity, especially reptiles, birds and the striking pink flamingo, which owes its color to the waters with a high concentration of salt and halobacteria that it drinks and eats. .
Tips for visiting Las Coloradas:
- You can not swim in Las Coloradas Yucatán
It is prohibited and you should not do it due to the high salinity of the red waters that could damage your skin. - Preferably take something to eat, because in Las Coloradas there are almost no shops and much less restaurants.
- Always use biodegradable sunscreen.
- As Las Coloradas has a tropical climate, you should wear light clothing and comfortable shoes. Don’t forget a towel, a bathing suit, and a biodegradable sunscreen. Carry enough cash with you because many business transactions are done with bills and coins.