Mérida: Boat Tour Through the Mangroves of Celestún

4.2
(14 reviews)
Merida, Mexico

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

On this tour to Celestún, you will enjoy a relaxing boat ride through the region’s impressive mangroves, where you can admire flamingos, crocodiles, raccoons, a wide variety of birds, and other species in their natural habitat.

After the boat tour, you will have free time to explore this charming fishing village and its beautiful, crystal-clear beaches, enjoy a relaxed seaside lunch, and end the day with a delicious local dessert—the perfect way to close an unforgettable experience surrounded by nature.

What's Included

Boat ride through the mangroves
Air-conditioned vehicle
Interactive online game to reinforce what you’ve learned, easily shared via WhatsApp.
English & Spanish guide
Free time at the beach
Meals
Soda/Pop

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Merida

    We will meet at the designated meeting point. Please remember to arrive on time to avoid missing the tour. After gathering at the meeting point, we will make a brief stop at a shop before leaving Mérida, where you can purchase water and snacks for the journey. We will then head to Celestún. The drive takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve

    Have fun on a boat ride that connects you with nature while discovering the mangroves, flora, and fauna of the area. Get your camera ready for flamingos and crocodiles. We will visit: Bird Island The meeting point of the sea and the estuary Pink flamingo viewing area A mangrove tunnel Freshwater spring Mayan clay bath

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Celestun

    We will enjoy a delicious seaside meal where you can savor the food, the sound of the waves, and the tranquility of the beach. The restaurant offers lounge chairs, palapas, a swing, restrooms, and showers. Afterwards, you will have plenty of free time to cool off, sunbathe, enjoy the beach, and visit the beach bars at your own pace.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Merida

    Back to Mérida

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Jet Boat Rentals
Water Tours
Likely to Sell Out
Involves Animals
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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