What makes it 72% Kids-Friendly: Children 5–12 get discounted tickets and enjoy shallow snorkel areas with compulsory life vests, showers and lockers, yet slippery rocks, sudden 6 m depths and no lifeguard mean parents must supervise constantly.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time to snorkel, explore trails, and rest without rushing younger children.
Snorkel with tropical fish:
Glide through crystal-clear water and spot colorful fish and sea turtles.
Tip: Use complimentary adult masks or rent gear on site; have kids wear life jackets.
Kids' shallow play area:
Kids can splash safely in 0.5–1.5 m deep zones near the edge.
Tip: Always supervise and fit younger kids with the free child snorkel mask.
Jungle path walk:
Follow narrow trails around the lagoon for bird watching.
Tip: Bring insect repellent and stick to marked paths.
Relax in a palapa:
Rent a thatched hut with table and hammock for family rest.
Tip: Reserve early; cost is MXN 400 for the whole palapa.

Adam Young
This is a phenomenal gem. The rates are very reasonable and you can rent a life vest, snorkel gear and lockers. The fish are right at the edge of the dock and the water is quite clear. There are some small islands to explore and rocks you can rest on. Good spots to rest near the water or benches in the shade. No sunscreen or repellent. It’s a nature reserve. We took a collectivo from Playa Del Car...
Jodi Scheffler
This is our fifth trip to Yal-my and it’s always a good time. It is not flashy but has all the amenities that are clean and well maintained. Besides the calm waters in the lagoon where all ages can view fish and swim easily, there are lots of little secluded spots around the water where you can sit on lounge chairs or lay in hammocks. They provide life jackets and have life guards on duty. Great ...
Albert Oramas
This is a place you want to visit because it located in a beautiful and connects to the ocean. The water is pretty and landscape also. There is no overhead canopy cenotes, they all open so great for kids. Buy tickets there, cheaper.
Addison Tarr
I feel like I reviewed this space already, but Google asked me to review it once again. We loved this facility. Very bare bones with regards to amenities, however, the kids had a great time swimming, the rental gear was good and it was very easy to get in and out of the water. It was not very crowded And we had a great time. Highly recommended.
D T
The snorkeling in lagoon was very cool. The food was subpar and not good. The service at restaurant was lacking. We did rent a palapa and enjoyed it. The ceviche Vallarta was not good. My child said chicken nuggets were mushy inside. French fries good. Crowded in opening with tours, after tours left in afternoon a lot more pleasant. There were hammocks in our palapa that we enjoyed. Make sure you ...
Water clarity is best during the dry season (December–April); bring waterproof sunscreen year-round.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 2 adult tickets | MXN 600 |
| 2 child tickets | MXN 440 |
| Adult snorkel gear rental (2 sets) | MXN 200 |
| Total Estimated | MXN 1,240 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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