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Visit Las Coloradas Pink Lakes

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Visit Las Coloradas Pink Lakes

What it is

Las Coloradas is known for its pink lagoons, coloured by algae and brine shrimp in the salt pans.

How to do it

It's about three hours' drive from Cancún or two from Valladolid. Local guides lead visits around the salt works.

Top tip

The colour is strongest on bright, sunny days around midday.

Why it’s on my list

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