Skip to main content
Get Your Guide logo
Anytime
  • Become a supplier
  • Wishlist
  • Cart
  • Profile
    Menu

    Explore Veracruz (State)

    Places to see
    Back
    Places to see

    Top sights

    San Juan de Ulúa

    El Tajín

    Chachalacas Sand Dunes

    Acuario de Veracruz

    Museo de Antropología de Xalapa

    Plaza Las Américas, Veracruz

    Cempoala Archaeological Zone

    Playa Villa del Mar

    Cities

    Veracruz

    Tlacotalpan

    Catemaco

    Outside Veracruz (State)

    Nearby destinations

    Greater Mexico City tours

    State of Mexico tours

    Oaxaca (State) tours

    Puebla State tours

    Querétaro (State) tours

    Guerrero tours

    Nearby sights

    TeotihuacánAttraction in San Juan Teotihuacán, Mexico

    Pyramid of the SunAttraction in San Juan Teotihuacán, Mexico

    Palace of Fine Arts, Mexico CityAttraction in Mexico City, Mexico

    Zócalo, Mexico CityAttraction in Mexico City, Mexico

    Catedral Metropolitana de MéxicoAttraction in Mexico City, Mexico

    Chapultepec ParkAttraction in Mexico City, Mexico

    Things to do
    Back
    Things to do

    Top experiences

    Local food tours

    Aquariums

    Markets, bazaars, & souks

  • Explore Veracruz (State)
  • Places to see
  • Things to do
  • Top sights
  • Cities
  • Outside Veracruz (State)

San Juan de Ulúa

El Tajín

Chachalacas Sand Dunes

Acuario de Veracruz

Museo de Antropología de Xalapa

Plaza Las Américas, Veracruz

Cempoala Archaeological Zone

Playa Villa del Mar

Veracruz

Tlacotalpan

Catemaco

Nearby destinations

Greater Mexico City tours

State of Mexico tours

Oaxaca (State) tours

Puebla State tours

Querétaro (State) tours

Guerrero tours

Nearby sights

TeotihuacánAttraction in San Juan Teotihuacán, Mexico

Pyramid of the SunAttraction in San Juan Teotihuacán, Mexico

Palace of Fine Arts, Mexico CityAttraction in Mexico City, Mexico

Zócalo, Mexico CityAttraction in Mexico City, Mexico

Catedral Metropolitana de MéxicoAttraction in Mexico City, Mexico

Chapultepec ParkAttraction in Mexico City, Mexico

  • Top experiences

Local food tours

Aquariums

Markets, bazaars, & souks

From Veracruz: Nature & Seafood Boat Tour to Madinga

4.352941 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.352941 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
From Veracruz: Nature & Seafood Boat Tour to Madinga
4.352941 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.352941 out of 5 stars
17 reviews

Visit Mandinga, a village just outside Veracruz, distinguished for its tasty seafood. Enjoy the landscape and wildlife around the lagoon as you take a boat cruise through the mangroves at sunset.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 3 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Skip the line through a separate entrance
Host or greeter
Spanish

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

C
Carlos – United States

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A perfect mix of nature, seafood, and good vibes!” This Veracruz to Mandinga tour was everything I hoped for—gorgeous views, delicious seafood, and a relaxing escape from the city. The Highlights: • Boat ride through the mangroves: Peaceful, scenic, and full of wildlife. The guides were super knowledgeable about the local ecosystem. • Mandinga seafood feast: If you love fresh seafood, this is the place! The shrimp, fish, and oysters were unreal. Plus, they had amazing Veracruz-style cocktails. • Local culture & history: The tour mixed in fun facts about the region, making it more than just a nature trip. What to Expect: ✔️ Lots of fresh air and nature ✔️ A chill, slow-paced vibe ✔️ Incredible food (arrive hungry!) ✔️ Maybe some live music if you’re lucky Highly recommend this for anyone visiting Veracruz—it’s a must-do for seafood lovers and nature enthusiasts! Would 100% do it again.

E
Ellen – United States

We had a great time! The boat ride was fun, the captain was very energetic and knowledgeable, and we got fresh oysters, which we were not expecting.

Select participants and date

Participants

Highlights

  • Discover Mandinga village just 25 minutes away from Veracruz
  • Enjoy a 40-minute boat trip and admire the scenery
  • See mangroves and marine species within the lagoon
  • Sample the seafood at a variety of local restaurants

Full description

Start the tour 3:00 PM, with a convenient pick-up from Aquarium Square in Veracruz. Travel for 25 minutes to the village of Madinga, known for its variety of good restaurants. Here you can enjoy a tasty seafood lunch as you admire the beautiful landscape and lagoon surrounding you. Listen to a variety of live music matched with veracruzano folklore.

After this, take a boat ride and learn about the diversity of the flora and fauna predominant around the village. Cross the small lagoon to the big lagoon and appreciate the enchanting sunset from amongst the mangroves. Pass by small islands and birds lodges that are unique to the place. At the end of the tour, get dropped off back at Aquarium Square at 6:30 PM.

Includes

  • Transportation to/from Aquarium Square in Veracruz to Mandinga
  • Boat trip
  • Recommendations for restaurants for you to eat at
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Pick up is at our location inside Plaza del Acuario, next to the ticket office of the Aquarium of Veracruz. Manuel Avila Camacho Blvd., Ricardo Flores Magón, 91700 Veracruz, Ver., Mexico

Open in Google Maps

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Cash

Know before you go

  •  This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
  •  Bring comfortable clothes and shoes, sunblock, cap, or hat
  •  Bring additional cash just if you wish to purchase souvenirs or food

From $25 per person

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 17 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5
Filter
By star rating
Sort by:
Recommended
Recommended
Most recent
Highest rated
Lowest rated
C
Carlos – United StatesMarch 15, 2025 – Verified booking
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A perfect mix of nature, seafood, and good vibes!” This Veracruz to Mandinga tour was everything I hoped for—gorgeous views, delicious seafood, and a relaxing escape from the city. The Highlights: • Boat ride through the mangroves: Peaceful, scenic, and full of wildlife. The guides were super knowledgeable about the local ecosystem. • Mandinga seafood feast: If you love fresh seafood, this is the place! The shrimp, fish, and oysters were unreal. Plus, they had amazing Veracruz-style cocktails. • Local culture & history: The tour mixed in fun facts about the region, making it more than just a nature trip. What to Expect: ✔️ Lots of fresh air and nature ✔️ A chill, slow-paced vibe ✔️ Incredible food (arrive hungry!) ✔️ Maybe some live music if you’re lucky Highly recommend this for anyone visiting Veracruz—it’s a must-do for seafood lovers and nature enthusiasts! Would 100% do it again.
E
Ellen – United StatesJuly 24, 2024 – Verified booking
We had a great time! The boat ride was fun, the captain was very energetic and knowledgeable, and we got fresh oysters, which we were not expecting.
c
charlotte – United KingdomSeptember 4, 2023 – Verified booking
Very easy to find meeting point, boat trip was amazing and delicious food at restaurant

Product ID: 248657

Activity provider:Tours y Tickets Operador Turistico
  • Mexico
  • Veracruz (State)
  • Things to do in Veracruz
  • Tours in Veracruz

Top Attractions in Veracruz

  • 1San Juan de Ulúa
  • 2Acuario de Veracruz
  • 3Playa Villa del Mar
  • 4Isla de Sacrificios
  • 5Malecón Veracruz Puerto

Experiences in Veracruz

  • 1Veracruz Entry tickets
  • 2Veracruz Day trips
  • 3Veracruz Aquariums
  • 4Veracruz Cruises & boat tours
  • 5Veracruz Bus & minivan tours
  • 6Veracruz Culture & history
  • 7Veracruz Canoe & kayak tours
  • 8Veracruz Snorkeling
  • 9Veracruz Safaris & wildlife activities
  • 10Veracruz Museums & exhibitions
  • 11Veracruz Small group activities
  • 12Veracruz Food & drinks
  • 13Veracruz Extreme sports & adrenaline
  • 14Veracruz Diving
  • 15Veracruz Jungle tours
  • 16Veracruz Archaeology
  • 17Veracruz Educational activities
  • 18Veracruz Zoos & aquariums

Tours in Mexico

  • 1Mexico City Tours
  • 2Cancún Tours
  • 3Playa del Carmen Tours
  • 4Tulum Tours
  • 5Guadalajara Tours
  • 6Puerto Vallarta Tours
  • 7Mérida Tours
  • 8Santiago de Querétaro Tours
  • 9Monterrey Tours
  • 10Cabo San Lucas Tours
  • 11Puerto Escondido Tours
  • 12Bacalar Tours
  • 13San Miguel de Allende Tours
  • 14Mazatlan Tours
  • 15Puebla Tours
  • 16Holbox Tours
  • 17Guanajuato City Tours
  • 18Oaxaca de Juarez Tours
  • 19Ensenada Tours
  • 20Tequila Tours

Things to do in Mexico

  • 1Things to do in Mexico City
  • 2Things to do in Cancún
  • 3Things to do in Playa del Carmen
  • 4Things to do in Tulum
  • 5Things to do in Guadalajara
  • 6Things to do in Puerto Vallarta
  • 7Things to do in Mérida
  • 8Things to do in Santiago de Querétaro
  • 9Things to do in Monterrey
  • 10Things to do in Cabo San Lucas
  • 11Things to do in Puerto Escondido
  • 12Things to do in Bacalar
  • 13Things to do in San Miguel de Allende
  • 14Things to do in Mazatlan
  • 15Things to do in Puebla
  • 16Things to do in Holbox
  • 17Things to do in Guanajuato City
  • 18Things to do in Oaxaca de Juarez
  • 19Things to do in Ensenada
  • 20Things to do in Tequila

Top destinations

  • Paris
  • Rome
  • Barcelona
  • Amsterdam
  • Prague
  • London
  • Dubai
  • Marrakesh
  • Milan
  • Budapest
  • Vienna
  • Lisbon
  • Venice
  • Istanbul
  • Florence
  • Madrid
  • New York City
  • Seville
  • Málaga
  • Berlin

Top attraction categories

  • Amsterdam Cruises & boat tours
  • Budapest Cruises & boat tours
  • Paris Cruises & boat tours
  • Paris Hop-on Hop-off tours
  • Venice Gondola tours
  • Berlin Cruises & boat tours
  • Rome Hop-on Hop-off tours
  • Paris Family-friendly activities
  • Paris City cards
  • Paris Shows & musicals
  • Rome City cards
  • Tokyo Sumo experiences
  • London Harry Potter tours
  • Hamburg Cruises & boat tours
  • Vienna Concerts & operas
  • Prague Cruises & boat tours
  • Berlin Shows & musicals
  • Marrakesh Balloon tours
  • New York City City cards
  • Amsterdam City cards

Popular Attractions

  • Caminito del Rey
  • Sagrada Familia
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Seine River
  • Vatican Museums
  • Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau
  • Disneyland Paris
  • Louvre Museum
  • Colosseum
  • Pompeii Archaeological Site
  • Warner Bros. Studio London
  • Moulin Rouge
  • Mount Vesuvius
  • Alhambra
  • Lake Como
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Mount Etna
  • Notre Dame Cathedral
  • Last Supper
  • Park Güell
  • Mexico
  • Veracruz (State)
  • Things to do in Veracruz
  • Tours in Veracruz
Get it on Google PlayDownload on the App Store
  • Contact
  • Legal Notice
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookies and Marketing Preferences
  • General Terms and Conditions
  • Information according to the Digital Services Act
  • Sitemap
  • Do not Sell or Share my Personal Information
  • About Us
  • Careers
  • Blog
  • Press
  • Gift Cards
  • Explorer
  • As a Supply Partner
  • As a Content Creator
  • As an Affiliate Partner
Paypal
Mastercard
Visa
Maestro
American Express
Jcb
Discover
Klarna
Google Pay
Apple Pay
Ideal
Bancontact

© 2008 – 2025 GetYourGuide. Made in Zurich & Berlin.

Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn