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Merida: Celestun Mangroves, Pink Flamingos & Beach Boat Tour

4.5  / 566 reviews
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Merida: Celestun Mangroves, Pink Flamingos & Beach Boat Tour
4.5  / 566 reviews

Discover the most important mangrove reserve in Yucatán through a boat tour to see various birds such as pink flamingos and enjoy swimming on the most beautiful beach in the state

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Duration 9 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup included
The guide calls you by name or phone number to locate you. In the office it is important to enter to register. In Santa Ana Park the van stops in front of the church on 60th Street. At the Fiesta Americana hotel the van stops on Cupules Avenue, at the entrance.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Willem – United States

Wonderful views of the flamingos Great time in the water out of the boat nice restaurant in great location highly recommended

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Willem – United States
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Toby – Australia

absolutely fantastic day trip. It was really nice to get out of the city and into some natural places. And our guide Juan hahad a genuine interest and love for the wildlife he shares and shows you. I highly recommend this tour.

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Toby – Australia

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    3 pickup location options:

    Viajes Colibrí Yucatán TOURS, Parque de Santa Ana, Entrada Avenida Cupules del Hotel Fiesta Americana

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Muelle de la Ria Celestún

    Guided tour, Boat cruise, Swimming (2 hours)

  • Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve

    Photo stop (15 minutes)

  • Van

    (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    La Ramada de la tía candi

    Lunch, Free time (3 hours)

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Parque de Santa Ana, Viajes Colibrí Yucatán TOURS, Entrada Avenida Cupules del Hotel Fiesta Americana

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit Celestún
  • the most important mangrove reserve in Yucatán
  • Discover the largest home of pink flamingos in Mexico
  • Observe various endemic and local birds with binoculars
  • Leave the city of Mérida behind to relax in nature

Full description

Discover the mangrove reserve through a boat tour Observe various endemic and migratory birds that live in the mangroves Bird watching includes binoculars to observe them up close The best season to see many flamingos in Celestún is between December and March; The rest of the months there are few or no flamingos, however, other types of local birds can be observed. Discover this incredible mangrove reserve aboard a boat, which has a capacity for a maximum of 8 people. You will visit: 1. Bird Island, the resting area for a great diversity of local and migratory birds. 2. The union of the sea with the estuary. 3. Ruins of La Herradura. 4. Pink flamingo sighting area. 5. We will cross a mangrove tunnel. 6. Observation of a freshwater spring. 7. Enjoy a relaxing Mayan clay bath on the beach. The boat tour lasts 2 hours. Enjoy eating at a beachfront restaurant where you can also lounge and swim. Celestún is the most beautiful beach in the state with crystal clear waters all year round.

Includes

  • Transportation from Merida
  • Certified guide
  • Boat tour
  • Binoculars
  • Food (There are several dishes to choose from and vegetarian options)
  • Cooler in the van
  • Drinks at the restaurant

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People over 75 years

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Participants

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Camera
  • Snacks
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Insect repellent
  • Water shoes
  • Cash
  • Wetsuit

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Drones
  • Smoking in the vehicle
  • Drinks in the vehicle
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Speakers

Know before you go

  • It is important to know that the best season to see pink flamingos in Celestún is between December and March. Between April and November few or no flamingos are seen, however, other birds of the region are seen.
  • The tour language is bilingual, please select Spanish or English so that the guide can provide you with information in the language you selected during the tour.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 66 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Willem – United StatesDecember 26, 2024  – Verified booking
Wonderful views of the flamingos Great time in the water out of the boat nice restaurant in great location highly recommended
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Toby – AustraliaDecember 2, 2024  – Verified booking
absolutely fantastic day trip. It was really nice to get out of the city and into some natural places. And our guide Juan hahad a genuine interest and love for the wildlife he shares and shows you. I highly recommend this tour.
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Ciaran and Rachel Chilvers – AustraliaNovember 28, 2024  – Verified booking
trip was great, guide was very knowledgeable! it was nice to relax for a few hours on the beach!
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Product ID: 608910

Activity provider:Viajes Colibrí Yucatán Tours

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