Bacalar

Travel Guide

A pier extending into calm waters with thatched-roof structures at the end.
An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, a wooden pier, and several thatched-roof huts.
A coastal town with a pier extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by lush greenery and residential buildings.
A large, circular body of water surrounded by dense green vegetation and a few buildings.
A wooden pier leading to overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, surrounded by clear turquoise water and a starry night sky.

Where to stay in Bacalar

Find the best Bacalar areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A wooden pier extending into calm water at dusk with a thatched-roof structure at the end.
Photo by ‎Michelle Stevens
Open Photo by ‎Michelle Stevens

Bacalar Centro

While visiting Bacalar Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Fort of San Felipe and Lake Bacalar.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a clear blue sea, a sandy beach, and a dense forested area.

Mario Villanueva Madrid

While visiting Mario Villanueva Madrid, you might make a stop by sights like Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Lake Bacalar.

An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and dense green vegetation.

Magisterial

If you're spending some time in Magisterial, Municipal Spa of Bacalar and Lake Bacalar are top sights worth seeing.

Luis Donaldo Colosio

While there might not be top attractions in Luis Donaldo Colosio, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Fort of San Felipe.

Benito Juárez

While Benito Juárez isn't home to many top sights, Fort of San Felipe and Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stay near popular Bacalar attractions

A clear turquoise lake with visible rocks and lily pads.

Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park

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Explore the great outdoors at Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park, a lovely green space in Bacalar. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

Paddle adventure in the Bacalar lagoon.

Sunrise by Paddle or Kayak with Floating Picnic

S$37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunrise by Paddle or Kayak with Floating Picnic
Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya

Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya

S$204
per adult
Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya
Picture 1 for Activity 3hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club access and Free Kayaks

Bacalar: 3-hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club + Kayaks

S$37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bacalar: 3-hr Pontoon Boat Tour with Beach Club + Kayaks
Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Boat Excursion from Costa Maya

Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Boat Excursion from Costa Maya

S$12
per adult
Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon Boat Excursion from Costa Maya
Bacalar Lagoon Sightseeing Boat Tour with Open Bar & Snack

Bacalar Lagoon Sightseeing Boat Tour with Open Bar & Snack

S$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bacalar Lagoon Sightseeing Boat Tour with Open Bar & Snack
Sailing Tour through the Laguna de los Siete Colores

Sailing Tour through the Laguna de los Siete Colores

S$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Tour through the Laguna de los Siete Colores
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