{"id":4543787,"date":"2021-07-14T12:09:09","date_gmt":"2021-07-14T12:09:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/?p=4543787"},"modified":"2023-06-15T14:49:55","modified_gmt":"2023-06-15T14:49:55","slug":"things-to-do-in-bacalar-mexico","status":"publish","type":"travelguides","link":"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/es\/blog\/cosas-que-hacer-en-bacalar-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"9 best things to do in Bacalar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Get your bucket list ready. In this guide, we&#8217;ll show you the best things to do in Bacalar and how to experience them. Need help planning your trip? Check out our tips for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/mexico\/bacalar\/\">visiting Bacalar<\/a> \u2014 you&#8217;ll find the best restaurants, where to stay, how to get around and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to expect from Bacalar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most travellers tend to visit Tulum as their last destination in the Quintana Roo region, but they\u2019re missing out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue south and you\u2019ll stumble upon the Lagoon of 7 Colours, also known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/mexico\/bacalar\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4543785\">Bacalar<\/a>. The lagoon\u2019s turquoise hues and crystal clear waters are what attract most people to the area. It\u2019s perfect for those looking for the chance to laze in a water hammock or paddle in its shallow waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A great thing about Bacalar is that it\u2019s not on most people\u2019s radars yet. This means the town allows you to escape the craziness of the rest of Quintana Roo and experience a more traditional Mexican town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from water-based activities around the lagoon, there\u2019s not much else going on in Bacalar. This just makes Bacalar the perfect place to relax and enjoy the tranquillity of the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Top tours in and around Bacalar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Bacalar\/d50524-ttd\/p-37406P2?pid=P00053731&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sunrise Stand Up Paddle Board Tour<\/a> for $26 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Bacalar\/d50524-ttd\/p-37406P1?pid=P00053731&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bacalar Lagoon Boat Tour with Open Bar<\/a> for $36<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 Spend the day exploring Bacalar lagoon on a boat trip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.0-Lagoon-in-Mexico-Bacalar-with-blue-water-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bacalar Lagoon and Cenote Azul Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5053753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.0-Lagoon-in-Mexico-Bacalar-with-blue-water-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.0-Lagoon-in-Mexico-Bacalar-with-blue-water-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.0-Lagoon-in-Mexico-Bacalar-with-blue-water-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.0-Lagoon-in-Mexico-Bacalar-with-blue-water-1-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The lagoon of Bacalar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bacalar lagoon can be explored by cycling, driving or by kayak, but we think you\u2019ll get the best experience by boat. It allows you to visit multiple areas of the lagoon, and it\u2019s a really fun way to spend the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lagoon is renowned for its crystal blue waters and its famous cenotes. During the boat trip, you\u2019ll get the chance to swim and snorkel in the gorgeous water and cenotes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where you visit on your boat tour will depend on which tour you join. Below we\u2019ve summarised the places the majority of tours will visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bacalar\u2019s Cenotes<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cenotes are sinkholes that result from the collapse of the bedrock exposing groundwater. Cenote Esmerelda, Cenote Negro and Cenote Coclitos are all set within the lagoon. You\u2019ll be able to distinguish where a cenote is by the change in the colour of the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t join a boat trip, you can also visit the cenotes by kayaking on the lake or driving\/cycling to their locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.1-Aerial-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-and-Blue-Cenote-near-Cancun-in-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bacalar Lagoon and Cenote Azul Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5053757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.1-Aerial-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-and-Blue-Cenote-near-Cancun-in-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.1-Aerial-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-and-Blue-Cenote-near-Cancun-in-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.1-Aerial-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-and-Blue-Cenote-near-Cancun-in-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.1-Aerial-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-and-Blue-Cenote-near-Cancun-in-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-1-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aerial view of Bacalar Lagoon and Cenote Azul <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Isla de Los P\u00e1jaros<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/i19Nf4UFqRW5hHJ28\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Isla de Los P\u00e1jaros<\/a><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0em\"> is an island paradise for migratory birds that flock to Bacalar. Amongst the many types of birds who\u2019ve made the island their home, you\u2019ll find parrots, owls and calendar hawks.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.2-Birds-in-La-isla-de-los-pajaros-near-Holbox-Mexico-1.jpg\" alt=\"La Isla de los Pajaros in Bacalar Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5053762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.2-Birds-in-La-isla-de-los-pajaros-near-Holbox-Mexico-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.2-Birds-in-La-isla-de-los-pajaros-near-Holbox-Mexico-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.2-Birds-in-La-isla-de-los-pajaros-near-Holbox-Mexico-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.2-Birds-in-La-isla-de-los-pajaros-near-Holbox-Mexico-1-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Birds flocking around the coast of Isla de Los Pajaros <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Canal de Los Piratas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/rS4yY6WHxniGHJJx5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Canal de Los Piratas<\/a> was originally used as a trading channel between the Mayans in North and Central America. Now the channel is a stunning place to see and go swimming in. The lakebed in this area also has high mineral content, perfect for exfoliating your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.3-Canal-de-los-Piratas-Lagoon-Bacalar-Mexico-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5053766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.3-Canal-de-los-Piratas-Lagoon-Bacalar-Mexico-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.3-Canal-de-los-Piratas-Lagoon-Bacalar-Mexico-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.3-Canal-de-los-Piratas-Lagoon-Bacalar-Mexico-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1.3-Canal-de-los-Piratas-Lagoon-Bacalar-Mexico-1-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Yachts and boats in Canal de Los Piratas <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To join a boat tour you can either book it with one of the street vendors in the <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/dfXqyUn9r3FkttUC9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">main square<\/a> for around 350 MXN ($19.60) for 3.5 hours, or book it online via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Bacalar\/d50524-ttd\/p-37406P1?pid=P00053731&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Viator<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to turn the trip into a boat party then the Viator tour includes an open bar!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Book your tours here: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"also_read\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Bacalar\/d50524-ttd\/p-37406P1?pid=P00053731&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Bacalar Lagoon Boat Tour with Open Bar<\/a> for $45<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/Bacalar\/Sailing-in-Bacalar\/d50524-209110P10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sailboat Tour of Bacalar Lagoon<\/a> for $42<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 Go with the flow at Los R\u00e1pidos de Bacalar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2.-Drrone-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-Los-Rapidos-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5053770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2.-Drrone-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-Los-Rapidos-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2.-Drrone-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-Los-Rapidos-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2.-Drrone-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-Los-Rapidos-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2.-Drrone-view-of-Bacalar-Lagoon-Los-Rapidos-1-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Drone view of Los Rapidos in Bacalar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located at the southern end of Bacalar lagoon is <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/HZSbRiWi1Q9UxqoR9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Los Rapidos<\/a>, a set of slow-flowing rapids. Just like the rest of the lagoon, the rapids also boast a beautiful azul colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The experience is pretty simple. You get your lifejacket and walk upstream along the banks of the rapids (which can be quite a task against the current).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you reach the start of the rapids, you\u2019ll realise the effort was worth it! All you have to do now is sit back in your life jacket and let the rapids take you downstream. Floating down the river is the epitome of peace and relaxation as you\u2019re surrounded by the towering reeds on the banks and birds flying overhead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can repeat this as many times as you like, or instead relax in the onsite restaurant which is the perfect place to spend the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Entrance into the rapids is 160 MXN ($8.90).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 Stand-up paddleboard during sunrise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/3.-Paddleboard-in-Bacalar-Lagoon-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-2.jpg\" alt=\"Paddleboard in Bacalar Lagoon Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5053778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/3.-Paddleboard-in-Bacalar-Lagoon-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/3.-Paddleboard-in-Bacalar-Lagoon-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-2-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/3.-Paddleboard-in-Bacalar-Lagoon-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-2-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/3.-Paddleboard-in-Bacalar-Lagoon-Riviera-Maya-Mexico-2-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Woman paddleboarding on Lake Bacalar <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the top things to do in Bacalar is simple yet magnificent: see the sunrise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do that from the dock but ot take the sunrise to a whole other level, opt to go paddleboarding instead. This way you\u2019ll experience the true peacefulness of Bacalar lagoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The paddleboard tours of the lake tend to last for around 3 hours and can cost between 400 MXN ($22.50) &#8211; 500 MXN ($28). You should be able to organise a tour through your accommodation or one of the street tour vendors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Bacalar\/d50524-ttd\/p-37406P2?pid=P00053731&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">book your sunrise paddle boarding in advance<\/a>, which also includes breakfast and refreshments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"also_read\">Book here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Bacalar\/d50524-ttd\/p-37406P2?pid=P00053731&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sunrise Stand Up Paddle Board Tou<\/a>r for $26<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4 Admire Bacalar\u2019s cenotes from land<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to join a boat tour or go kayaking, you don&#8217;t have to miss out on the cenotes. You can still visit them independently by driving or cycling to different locations. You may even get a better view from the land. From the water, you can only really identify the cenote by a change in the water colour so it&#8217;s hard to truly appreciate the beauty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bacalar&#8217;s Cenotes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/3v6wreMAmnB87SCj7\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/3v6wreMAmnB87SCj7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cenote Azul<\/a> <\/strong>\u2014 is one of the deepest cenotes in Yucatan, reaching depths of around 90 metres. Due to its depth, visibility isn\u2019t great for snorkelling but divers love it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/4.1-Cenote-Azul-in-Bacalar-Mexico.jpg\" alt=\"Cenote Azul in Bacalar Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5052267\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Deep blue coloured Cenote Azul<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/eYz4KZtvQXEQyz9v6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Cenote Esmerelda<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 is a relatively shallow cenote with crystal clear waters. It\u2019s a lovely place to relax and just float around in the refreshing waters of the lagoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/qg36FNo2CGB3AQEq8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cenote Negro<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 most travellers visit this cenote on a boat trip, but as the cenote is right next to land, it\u2019s also possible to just hop in and swim around. The interesting thing about this cenote is the contrast of the black of the cenote against the rest of the lagoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/4.3-drone-on-cenote-Negro-as-part-of-the-famous-lagoon-Bacalar-2.jpg\" alt=\"Cenote Negro in Bacalar Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5053790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/4.3-drone-on-cenote-Negro-as-part-of-the-famous-lagoon-Bacalar-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/4.3-drone-on-cenote-Negro-as-part-of-the-famous-lagoon-Bacalar-2-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/4.3-drone-on-cenote-Negro-as-part-of-the-famous-lagoon-Bacalar-2-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/4.3-drone-on-cenote-Negro-as-part-of-the-famous-lagoon-Bacalar-2-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Drone view of Cenote Negro in the famous Lake Bacalar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/Wtg3ZG7NnqNsoNh57\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Cenote Cocalitos<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 this cenote has the added bonus of containing stromatolites, some of the oldest living fossils in the world. Be a responsible traveller and don&#8217;t touch or step on them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4.4-Cenote-Cocalitos-beautiful-scenery-of-Lagoon-of-Seven-Colors-Lake-in-Bacalar-Yucatan-peninsula-Mexico.jpg\" alt=\"Cenote Cocalitos in Bacalar Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5053812\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4.4-Cenote-Cocalitos-beautiful-scenery-of-Lagoon-of-Seven-Colors-Lake-in-Bacalar-Yucatan-peninsula-Mexico.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4.4-Cenote-Cocalitos-beautiful-scenery-of-Lagoon-of-Seven-Colors-Lake-in-Bacalar-Yucatan-peninsula-Mexico-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4.4-Cenote-Cocalitos-beautiful-scenery-of-Lagoon-of-Seven-Colors-Lake-in-Bacalar-Yucatan-peninsula-Mexico-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4.4-Cenote-Cocalitos-beautiful-scenery-of-Lagoon-of-Seven-Colors-Lake-in-Bacalar-Yucatan-peninsula-Mexico-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cenote Cocalitos in the Lagoon of the Seven Colors in Bacalar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"also_read\">New to Bacalar? Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/mexico\/bacalar\/\">compact Bacalar guide<\/a> shows you the best areas to stay, restaurants you don\u2019t want to miss and many more tips for your visit to Bacalar!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5 Enjoy some of Bacalar&#8217;s outstanding food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/5.-Mango-y-Chille-vegetarian-burger-Bacalar.jpg\" alt=\"Mango y Chile Vegetarian burger in Bacalar Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5052279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/5.-Mango-y-Chille-vegetarian-burger-Bacalar.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/5.-Mango-y-Chille-vegetarian-burger-Bacalar-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/5.-Mango-y-Chille-vegetarian-burger-Bacalar-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/5.-Mango-y-Chille-vegetarian-burger-Bacalar-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/mangoychile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mango y Chile<\/a> vegan burger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When travelling to such a small town like Bacalar, many travellers won\u2019t have high expectations for the food. Bacalar defies this assumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are so many amazing restaurants that you\u2019ll want to extend your stay just to visit more of the restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of our favourites is <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/mDiUC1usVrbJaWSA9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mango y Chile<\/a>, a vegetarian\/vegan burger restaurant that makes the best burgers and huge portions! Another one not to miss is <a href=\"https:\/\/g.page\/mrtacobacalar?share\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mr Taco<\/a>, who doesn&#8217;t just serve your standard taco. They have 15 different filling options from mole to chorizo and potato.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#6 Spend the day lounging at La Playita<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/6.-La-Playita-pier-to-the-lagoon.jpg\" alt=\"La Playita pier in Bacalar Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5052282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/6.-La-Playita-pier-to-the-lagoon.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/6.-La-Playita-pier-to-the-lagoon-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/6.-La-Playita-pier-to-the-lagoon-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/6.-La-Playita-pier-to-the-lagoon-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.laplayitabacalar.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Playita pier<\/a> in Lake Bacalar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Continuing with the food theme, <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/QvG6oUiqo8pBzGkk6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Playita<\/a> is a restaurant set on the lagoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They describe themselves as \u2018the place to eat, drink and swim: that sums it up!\u2019 And that\u2019s exactly what you can do all day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sit back and relax in one of the hammocks whilst enjoying the great choice of music and unbeatable atmosphere. In between your lounging sessions in the hammock or swims in the lagoon you can indulge in the Latin fusion cuisine on offer. Sounds like a perfect day, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#7 Explore the lagoon by kayak<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/7.-Kayaks-and-estromatolitos-on-Bacalar-lagoon-1.jpg\" alt=\"Kayaks on Bacalar Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5053798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/7.-Kayaks-and-estromatolitos-on-Bacalar-lagoon-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/7.-Kayaks-and-estromatolitos-on-Bacalar-lagoon-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/7.-Kayaks-and-estromatolitos-on-Bacalar-lagoon-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/7.-Kayaks-and-estromatolitos-on-Bacalar-lagoon-1-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Explore Bacalar lagoon kayaking and paddle boarding<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If paddleboarding or joining a boat trip is not your thing, you can hire a kayak for a few hours and explore the lagoon yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a great form of exercise and can be another way to explore some of the lagoons cenotes that you can also visit from the land (mentioned in #4).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can hire a kayak for around 100 MXN ($5.60) per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#8 Visit San Felipe Fort in the centre of town<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Situated right next to the Zocalo (main square) is <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/9wTKcvS7fLpncTVm7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">San Felipe Fort<\/a>. No more excuses not to visit it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fort&#8217;s original purpose was to protect Bacalar\u2019s Mayan community from attacks by English, French and Dutch pirates. Now the fort has been converted into a museum that houses a collection of Mayan and colonial artefacts, such as ammunition, weapons, blueprints and maps. To really bring the fort to life, they also project recreations of what the pirate attacks would have been like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fort is open every day apart from Mondays between 09:00 to 19:00 and costs 50 MXN ($2.80) to enter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#9 Adventure through the jungle admiring the ruins of Kohunlich<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/9.-Ruins-of-the-ancient-Mayan-city-of-Kohunlich-in-Quintana-Roo-Mexico-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ruins in Quintana Roo Mexico\" class=\"wp-image-5053950\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/9.-Ruins-of-the-ancient-Mayan-city-of-Kohunlich-in-Quintana-Roo-Mexico-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/9.-Ruins-of-the-ancient-Mayan-city-of-Kohunlich-in-Quintana-Roo-Mexico-1-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/9.-Ruins-of-the-ancient-Mayan-city-of-Kohunlich-in-Quintana-Roo-Mexico-1-768x413.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/9.-Ruins-of-the-ancient-Mayan-city-of-Kohunlich-in-Quintana-Roo-Mexico-1-770x414.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kohunlich &#8211; ruins of the ancient Mayan city<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An hour south of Bacalar you\u2019ll find the <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/enty7cFCieEGNdSs8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Archaeological Zone of Kohunlich<\/a>. The archaeological site is set across twenty acres of flat terrain with trails winding through the rainforest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a number of structural groups to explore, but one of the main attractions of the site are the large Sun God masks that aren\u2019t featured in many other ruins in Mexico. You can also climb some of the pyramids here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ruins are open between 08:00 to 17:00 and entrance costs 85 MXN ($4.80).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rounding it up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you&#8217;ve picked the best things to do in Bacalar, it&#8217;s time to start ticking off that bucket list. Not sure how to plan your trip? Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geckoroutes.com\/mexico\/bacalar\/\">Bacalar guide<\/a> is here to help! You&#8217;ll find out how long to stay in Bacalar, where to eat, how to get around and more. 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