WALK TO HIDDEN PARADISE, RIO LAGARTOS, YUCATAN MEXICO

Rio Lagartos is the name of a stream in a protected environmental reserve . It is a semi-enclosed body of water, connected to the Gulf of Mexico on its western part , with input of fresh water from springs and outcrops in Peninsular water table. On the appearance of the river and its dimensions and characteristics, this task is called sea estuary, although its depth is also considered as a swamp. In any case, its biodiversity , characterized by
abundant mangroves and a very large fauna ( birds , reptiles and fish) marina , is considered of extraordinary richness .

 According to testimony of old inhabitants of El Cuyo , a village located at the eastern end of the river , there was another connection to the past but not permanently sea. Currently the far east of the estuary is closed . The estuary is located on the coast of Yucatan three municipalities : San Felipe , Rio Lagartos and Tizimín . Its area is about 80 km , covering an area of ​​12,850 hectares. Tour of the Rio Lagartos and Ek Balam archaeological zone ( Minimum 6 people ) Ideal combination of nature and culture .

 In Rio Lagartos make a boat trip to see flamingos , crocodiles and birds . We " Bathroom Maya" with mineral- rich mud in the area. After lunch we continue to Ek Balam where do the tour of the archaeological zone and finally headed to the Cenote Xcan ' Che to give us a rich dip in its cool waters . Rio Lagartos : Bird Sanctuary , including the Pink Flamingo . A nice boat ride passes through the mangroves where you can watch birds and crocodiles. We also stop to take a "bath Maya" mud to rejuvenate the skin. Ek Balam : Maya this site is characterized by its beauty.

Is relatively new tourism circuits and therefore less visited . Research in this ancient Mayan city still continues and there are still new discoveries. The stucco mural is unique and lets see how the Mayans decorated their buildings. Xcan ' Che : 1.5 Km of Ek Balam, we walk away on bicycles . This paradise is ideal for cooling off after touring the archaeological site of Ek Balam. There are optional activities such as zip lines, rappelling and kayaking (Not included in the tour cost ) .