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Explore the Magic of Celestún by Boat
Enjoy a 2-hour boat adventure through the incredible mangrove reserve of Celestún, a protected natural paradise on the Yucatán coast.
During the tour, you'll visit:
Bird Island – a sanctuary for a wide variety of local and migratory birds.
The meeting point of the sea and estuary – where freshwater meets saltwater.
The Horseshoe Ruins – a hidden archaeological site.
Flamingo viewing area – see these majestic pink birds in their natural habitat.
Mangrove tunnel – cruise through lush, narrow waterways.
The water hole – a peaceful freshwater spring.
Mayan clay bath – apply natural, mineral-rich clay said to rejuvenate the skin.
After the boat tour, enjoy free time at the beach to swim, relax, or simply soak up the sun. (3 Hours)
Restrooms are available at the pier. Swimsuits are recommended if you'd like to participate in the clay bath or swim at the beach. This experience is perfect for nature lovers, bird watchers, and beachgoers alike.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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08:00 a.m. We pick you up at the selected meeting point (we have 3 meeting points in Mérida). The Office is the first meeting point, there is a 10 minute wait at each point and the order in which they arrive is how they board the vans. A stop is made at a store before leaving Mérida to buy water or snacks for the road.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Embark on a stunning 2-hour boat adventure through the protected mangrove reserve of Celestún, one of Yucatán’s most treasured natural sanctuaries. Located along the Gulf coast, this biodiverse paradise is a haven for wildlife and a perfect escape for nature lovers. During the tour, you’ll experience: Bird Island – a peaceful refuge for a wide variety of local and migratory birds. The Horseshoe Ruins – a hidden archaeological site tucked away in the mangroves. Flamingo Viewing Area – observe these elegant pink birds in their natural habitat, a true highlight of Celestún. Mangrove Tunnel – glide through narrow waterways surrounded by lush, overhanging vegetation. The Water Hole – a tranquil freshwater spring ideal for a refreshing stop. Mayan Clay Bath – apply mineral-rich natural clay believed to have skin-rejuvenating properties. Restrooms are available at the pier, and swimsuits are recommended if you’d like to enjoy the clay bath experience.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Beach Break at Pier to Tía Candy Restaurant (Second Stop) After the boat tour, we’ll head to our seaside restaurant, Pier to Tía Candy, for a relaxing 3-hour beach break. Enjoy a delicious meal, take a refreshing swim, or simply unwind and explore the peaceful surroundings. The restaurant area offers lounge chairs, a swing for photos, restrooms, and showers for your comfort. For those who want to stretch their legs, a 15-minute walk will take you to downtown Celestún, where you can snap some great photos with the colorful Celestún letters — a perfect souvenir moment
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, birdwatcher, photographer, or simply in search of tranquility and unspoiled nature, this tour offers an unforgettable window into the ecological wonders and cultural heritage of the Yucatán coast. We hope you enjoyed the experience, and as we head back to the city of Mérida, you’ll take with you the warm memory of having explored some of the most magical and beautiful places in the region. Arrival in Merida 04:45- 05:15 p.m.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We only provide pickups in our meeting points (We will assign the closest meeting point to your hotel)
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We only provide pickups in our meeting points (We will assign the closest meeting point to your hotel)
- The itinerary and places to visit may change without prior notice
- It is important that you provide your contact to provide you support at your pickup time.
- Tour subject to availability, contact us as soon as you reserve
- We recommend that you bring sunscreen, comfortable clothes, swimsuit, a change of clothes, water, and cash.
- Parque de Santa Ana, C. 60 y 45, Parque Santa Ana, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico -Parque de Santa Ana -C. 60 y 45, Zona Paseo Montejo, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc. You can contact us to get more instructions to find easier this meeting point. In special requirements you can write your hotel name to assing you the closeet meeting point to your hotel location.
- Fiesta Americana Mérida, Paseo Montejo No. 451, esq, Av. Colón, Zona Paseo Montejo, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico-Hotel Fiesta Americana Mérida -Paseo Montejo No. 451, esq, Av. Colón, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc. Contact us to get more instructions to find easier this meeting point, In special requirements you can write your hotel name to assing you the closeet meeting point to your hotel location.
- Boat ride: 1 hour and a half to visit the bird rest area, watch flamingos, go through the mangrove tunnel and swim in a freshwater eye.
- Customer can bring water bottles, and all the snacks they want on board, make sure to breakfast but you have to be ready and early in the official meeting point, if you do not board you can swith for another day and it depends of the availability
- If for any reason you are a no show or decide not to go the same day, this tour cannot be rescheduled, you would have to buy again. If you do not board, and is no show there is no amended , if you want to do you have to pay again
- If you do not board, and is no show there is no amended , if you want to do you have to pay again
- The minimum number of people to operate this tour is 4 people. If there are not enough people, the client will be notified.
- There is no pick ups in hotels
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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