You’ll begin with a boat tour of Rio Lagartos, where you’ll pass mangroves and other landscapes. The biosphere reserve is full of unique wildlife, including 365 species of birds. That includes a vast pink flamingo population. You’ll also pass the pink salt flat lakes. These are truly stunning and should be on everyone’s bucket list.

After you finish at Rio Lagartos, you’ll be ready to begin your Ek Balam tour. Less crowded than some of the other ruins in the area, Ek Balam is an excellent way to learn about Mayan culture. The entrance arch stands to greet visitors, and you can still see portions of the defense wall. You’ll come across a variety of structures, including the Oval Palace and some smaller pyramids. You’ll finally reach the Acropolis, which easily steals the show. Climb up the steep steps to reach the top, where you’ll be treated to quite the view. As you move from one building to the next, your guide will give you information that will put it all in perspective.

If you’re looking for Riviera Maya eco-tours with some history built-in, this is the one for you. You’ll spend the entire day exploring the ecosystem and Mayan ruins, and since lunch is included, you will have the energy you need to take it all in. You do need a ticket to join the fun, so grab a spot today. With special deals for the Riviera Maya Rio Lagartos and Ek Balam tour, now is the perfect time to grab a ticket.