Excursion to Celestun Biosphere and Beach Day from Merida

4.8
(28 reviews)

7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

We will depart from downtown Mérida and head to the Celestún Biosphere, a multicolored paradise full of wildlife, mangroves, and fresh water springs. Once there, we will take a guided boat tour through the estuary, with the main goal of seeing the flamingos in their natural habitat. Along the way, we will spot various bird species, as well as possibly crocodiles and other wild animals. After the biosphere visit, we will drive to Celestún Beach, just 20 minutes away, where we will enjoy local cuisine and the amenities of the beach club. The rest of the afternoon will be spent relaxing and enjoying the day on this beautiful Yucatán coast.

What's Included

Bilingual guide at all times and assistance with translation if needed.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Use of beach facilities: loungers, showers, pool, hammocks, restaurant service, and beach access.
Guided boat tour.
Lunch
Since the visitor center at Ría Celestún and the boat operators only accept cash payments, each traveler must bring 500 pesos on the day of the tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet in front of the Starbucks on Paseo de Montejo. The guide will be sitting on a green bench next to a tree.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    We will travel to the Celestún Biosphere Reserve, a multicolored paradise, where we will take a guided boat tour through the estuary, the mangroves, the bird island, and we will also visit a freshwater spring.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    After the boat tour, we will drive to the beach in Celestún, where we will enjoy a delicious lunch (optional), the beach club faciities and have time to swim in the ocean and spend a relaxing day at the beach.

    3 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Mérida experiences

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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Eco Tours
Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

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

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