Boat tour through the mangroves of Celestún and Playa from Merida
Bird watching in Celestun: enjoy a boat tour through the mangrove reserve, with binoculars included to appreciate the birds up close. The number of flamingos can vary depending on the season. From December to March is when the largest number is concentrated, while during the rest of the year you can observe various local bird species. Furthermore, Colibrí Travels offers a safe, organized, and professional experience: Modern and air-conditioned vans, ideal for a comfortable trip. - Certified guides who accompany the entire tour. - Labeled units and office in the center, which provide confidence and support. - Excellent customer follow-up before, during, and after the tour. - We meet times and places as offered. - A complete, safe, and well-organized experience from the first contact. Bilingual tours (Spanish and English) in the same van, for an inclusive and organized experience.
What you'll see & do
- ✓This tour starts at 8:00 a.m. It is estimated that it will take 45 minutes to leave Mérida, afterwards we will make a stop at a self-service store so that they can buy water and snacks for the road, at 09:00 a.m. we are on our way to the first destination which is Celestún, which is one and a half hours away.
- ✓Discover this incredible mangrove reserve aboard a boat, which has a capacity for a maximum of 8 people, it is visited: 1. Bird Island is a resting area for a great diversity of local and migratory birds. 2. The union of the sea with the estuary. 3. Ruins of the Horseshoe. 4. Pink flamingo viewing area. 5. We go through a mangrove tunnel. 6. Mayan bathroom with clay. The tour lasts about an hour and a half. Here at the pier, there are restrooms (it is recommended to wear a swimsuit if you wish to do the Maya bath activity).
- ✓Visit one of the most beautiful beaches in Yucatán and enjoy 3 hours of free time. During your stay you can swim, relax, and tour the surroundings. You will also enjoy a dish included in the tour. The area has cots, palapas, swings, bathrooms, and showers for greater comfort.
- ✓We finish the tour at the same meeting point where we picked you up in the morning. Between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. The travel time back to Mérida is one and a half hours from the restaurant in Celestún.
What's included
- ✓Certified nature guide
- ✓Round trip transportation from Mérida
- ✓Refrigerator on board the vehicle
- ✓Binoculars for bird watching
- ✓Lunch
What's not included
- ✓Drinks in the restaurant are not included
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We will contact you one day before via WhatsApp to send you recommendations about the tour and remind you of the departure time. The vehicle is addressed in the order they arrived at the office, so it is recommended to arrive about 10 minutes before 8:00 am.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Boat tour through the mangroves of Celestún and Playa from Merida
Bird watching in Celestun: enjoy a boat tour through the mangrove reserve, with binoculars included to appreciate the birds up close. The number of flamingos can vary depending on the season. From December to March is when the largest number is concentrated, while during the rest of the year you can observe various local bird species. Furthermore, Colibrí Travels offers a safe, organized, and professional experience: Modern and air-conditioned vans, ideal for a comfortable trip. - Certified guides who accompany the entire tour. - Labeled units and office in the center, which provide confidence and support. - Excellent customer follow-up before, during, and after the tour. - We meet times and places as offered. - A complete, safe, and well-organized experience from the first contact. Bilingual tours (Spanish and English) in the same van, for an inclusive and organized experience.
What you'll see & do
- ✓This tour starts at 8:00 a.m. It is estimated that it will take 45 minutes to leave Mérida, afterwards we will make a stop at a self-service store so that they can buy water and snacks for the road, at 09:00 a.m. we are on our way to the first destination which is Celestún, which is one and a half hours away.
- ✓Discover this incredible mangrove reserve aboard a boat, which has a capacity for a maximum of 8 people, it is visited: 1. Bird Island is a resting area for a great diversity of local and migratory birds. 2. The union of the sea with the estuary. 3. Ruins of the Horseshoe. 4. Pink flamingo viewing area. 5. We go through a mangrove tunnel. 6. Mayan bathroom with clay. The tour lasts about an hour and a half. Here at the pier, there are restrooms (it is recommended to wear a swimsuit if you wish to do the Maya bath activity).
- ✓Visit one of the most beautiful beaches in Yucatán and enjoy 3 hours of free time. During your stay you can swim, relax, and tour the surroundings. You will also enjoy a dish included in the tour. The area has cots, palapas, swings, bathrooms, and showers for greater comfort.
- ✓We finish the tour at the same meeting point where we picked you up in the morning. Between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. The travel time back to Mérida is one and a half hours from the restaurant in Celestún.
What's included
- ✓Certified nature guide
- ✓Round trip transportation from Mérida
- ✓Refrigerator on board the vehicle
- ✓Binoculars for bird watching
- ✓Lunch
What's not included
- ✓Drinks in the restaurant are not included
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We will contact you one day before via WhatsApp to send you recommendations about the tour and remind you of the departure time. The vehicle is addressed in the order they arrived at the office, so it is recommended to arrive about 10 minutes before 8:00 am.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.