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Mérida: Boat Tour Through the Mangroves of Celestún

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Merida, Mexico
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8 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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

  • Meals
  • Boat ride through the mangroves
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
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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.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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 IslandThe meeting point of the sea and the estuaryPink flamingo viewing areaA mangrove tunnelFreshwater springMayan clay bath
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

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.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Merida

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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (9)

Q: Will I get seasick on Mérida: Boat Tour Through the Mangroves of Celestún?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

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

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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