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Celestún Mangrove Exploration & Beach Escape from Mérida

4.03 reviewsCelestun

  • 8–10 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Free time at Celestun beach
  • One dish to choose (fish or chicken)
  • Round transportation from Merida
  • Wild life sightseeing
  • Certified guide.
  • Boat ride

What's not

  • Drinks at the restaurant

Itinerary

  1. 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. Restrooms are available at the pier. Swimsuits are recommended if you'd like to take part in the clay bath. This tour is perfect for nature lovers, bird watchers, and photographers alike.

    10 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Nex to the old church
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 25 travellers
Operated by
Mystic Travel Mérida
  • 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
  • Bring sunscreen, a hat and mosquito Repellant
  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
  • In some occasions, departure and arrive on time at the different destinations of the tour, so you can be notified without prior notice to arrive at our office on your own.
  • Bring your swim suit, one change of clothe, comfortable shoes, towell, sunglasses, cap, Biodegradable sunblock

How it compares in Mérida

  • Its from-price is close to the median of the 192 day trips we list in Mérida.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 78 of 192.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Mérida

Mérida, capital of Yucatán, is a Spanish colonial city of grand boulevards and mansions, a base for Maya ruins, cenotes and flamingo lagoons.

Francisco de Montejo the Younger founded Mérida in 1542 on the site of a Maya town, and stone from its temples went into the cathedral and houses. The Plaza Grande is the heart of the city, with the cathedral of San Ildefonso, the Governor's Palace, whose walls are covered by murals of Maya history, and the Casa de Montejo, with an ornate carved façade. The low colonial houses of the centre gave the city its nickname, the White City.

Top-ranked sights in Mérida: Chacchoben, Merida Cathedral (Catedral de San Ildefonso), Main Square (Plaza Grande).

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