Explore
This privately managed park is the only official access point to the pink evaporation ponds.
The visitor center operates daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Access to the lakes is completely fenced off. You must purchase a guided tour to see the water up close.
You will pay a reserve tax of roughly 100–200 MXN, plus the cost of your chosen tour. Options include walking, biking, or a safari truck. Swimming is strictly prohibited to protect the salt purity.
30-45 minBest midday
These shallow evaporation pools hold the highest salinity levels in the facility. The extreme environment allows Dunaliella salina microalgae to thrive, creating the distinct fuchsia color. Aim to arrive between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the overhead sun reflects the brightest color.
15 minPhoto spot
Workers harvest roughly 750,000 tons of sea salt here annually, forming massive white mountains. You are not permitted to touch or climb the salt piles. Instead, use them as a stark white backdrop for wide-angle photographs against the pink water.
1.5 hoursSafari vehicle
This extended zone takes you deep into the active harvesting areas using an open-air all-terrain vehicle. It provides access to sections of the park you cannot reach on the standard walking tour. Expect the ride to last about 90 minutes and cost up to 890 MXN.
