Your best experiences begin here
Your best experiences begin here
Your best experiences begin here
Mexico, as naturalists see it
Swim with whale sharks off Isla Mujeres, walk among millions of monarch butterflies and explore Chichén Itzá with biologists and archaeologists. Small-group and private tours from Cancun since 1997.
28 years in the Riviera Maya
1997
Ecotourism pioneers in Cancún
4.5 ★
162 reviews on Google
4.6 ★
123 reviews on WeTravel
4.7 ★
1,257 reviews on Tripadvisor
BBC · Nat Geo
Chosen by BBC and National Geographic film crews
28 years of excellence in sustainable travel
We are a local Cancún operator. We design every trip with biologists, archaeologists and certified guides, in small groups and with real care for wildlife and communities.
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Tailor-made adventures for families and couples, with complete privacy and personal attention on every expedition.
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Bilingual archaeologists and biologists who explain Mexico’s biodiversity and its ancient Maya legacy.
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More than 28 years leading responsible wildlife watching and sustainable tourism in the Riviera Maya.
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From swimming with whale sharks to immersive experiences in Maya ruins: we design journeys for discerning travelers.
Wildlife, adventure and culture
01 · Wildlife
Witness the monarch butterfly migration and swim with whale sharks. Private, ethical tours with naturalist guides.
02 · Adventure
From snorkeling in sacred cenotes to cycling through the jungle. Eco-adventure tours designed for families and couples.
03 · Maya World
Discover the ancient Maya civilization with archaeologists: Chichén Itzá, Tulum and hidden ruins.
Nature's calendar
Dates based on published departures. In July and August we report close to a 95% whale shark sighting rate.
Featured expeditions
Private expeditions
Experience Mexico like never before. From a private whale shark encounter to the monarch butterfly sanctuaries, we design tailor-made itineraries for 2026 and 2027. Sail in style or fly over the Maya ruins, always with expert guides.
Private boat
Yacht and catamaran
Scenic flight
Naturalist guide
Our philosophy
Luxury isn’t the yacht; it’s knowing what you’re looking at. Our guides are biologists and archaeologists. They explain why whale sharks come to Isla Mujeres, how monarchs fly thousands of miles and what the stones of Ek Balam once told.
Since 1997 we haven't sold tours: we share Mexico's nature with the people who know it best. Small groups, expert guides and respect for every species and every community.
Our way of traveling · EcoColors Tours, Cancún
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Years of experience
Founded in Cancún in January 1997.
95 %
Sightings
Whale sharks in July and August, with a radio network between captains.
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Languages
Spanish, English, French, Italian and Portuguese.
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Rush
Small or private groups; you set the pace.
What travelers say
“All 3 of my Monarch tours have been wonderful.”
Gloria C. · Monarch butterflies 2026 · WeTravel
“Victor and Miguel did an outstanding job taking care of our every need.”
Verified traveler · Bike across Yucatán · WeTravel
“Their tours are amazing and the tour guides are absolutely phenomenal!”
Verified review · Day tours · Google
Independent recognition
Responsible Travel, a specialist in sustainable holidays, recommends EcoColors Tours. It is an outside endorsement of the way we work: small groups, ethical wildlife encounters and local guides who know every species and community.
Private celebrations
We plan every detail of proposals, honeymoons, anniversaries and family reunions. Add a yacht, helicopter or private plane if the occasion calls for it.
Proposals · Honeymoons · Anniversaries · Celebrations
Frequently asked questions
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Our captains track the plankton blooms by radio, so sightings are very likely in July and August. If they don’t show up one day, we snorkel the reef and have lunch at Playa Norte, Isla Mujeres.
Yes. We pick up at hotels in Cancún, Playa del Carmen, the Riviera Maya and Tulum. For Airbnbs we use a nearby meeting point.
Shared tours are priced per person. Private tours are [per group of up to X people]; each tour page says which.
The whale shark swim is for ages 5 and up. Most cultural tours and the monarch butterfly trip are suitable for all ages.
[Two-sentence summary of the cancellation policy, with a link to the full policy.]
On the whale shark tour, the $20 USD per person dock fee and environmental tax is paid at the marina. Alcoholic drinks and tips are not included.
Travel guides
When to visit Chichén Itzá without the crowds in 2027: best time of day, best day, month by month, and the dates to avoid, including the equinox and Easter.
Private or group tour to Chichén Itzá from Cancún? Compare arrival times, crowds, price per person and what’s included, and see when each one makes sense.
Sanctuary comparison · 2026–2027 Four forests, one migration. Each one feels different under your boots. At El Rosario you climb stone steps beneath branches sagging with butterflies. At Sierra Chincua you cross open meadows before the forest closes in. At
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