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Private Tour Celestun Flamingo Watching and Beach

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Free cancellation
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Private Tour Celestun Flamingo Watching and Beach

5.0
Next available dates
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Dec 17
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Dec 18
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Dec 19
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Private Tour

Free cancellation
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Duration: 7 hours
Minivan and Boat
Pickup included

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USD 771.58

Highlights

Sail through the mangroves of the Celestun Estuary, watch flamingos in their natural habitat, and enjoy the sounds they make while feeding and flying low over the water. Discover other endemic bird species, visit a freshwater spring hidden among the mangroves, ending your day savoring coastal cuisine as you relax on the beautiful beach.


-Private Boat tour to the Ría Celestún Biosphere Reserve
-Ride through the mangroves accompanied by a certified guide
-Witness the pink spectacle: Hundreds of flamingos in their natural habitat (the number of flamingos may vary depending on season and weather)
-Sail through a mangrove tunnel that looks like it came straight out of a movie
⁠-Discover a hidden freshwater spring in the middle of the mangroves
-Savor de freshest food from the Yucatecan coast right by the ocean
-The perfect tour for nature and photography lovers
-Relax on the beach and swim in the waters of the Emerald Coast (flexible timing)
-An ideal escape that blends sea and nature

Itinerary

  • Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve

    2 hours 45 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Celestún: A natural paradise awaits you in Yucatán If you’re a nature lover and passionate about photography, you can’t leave Yucatán without visiting this ecological paradise! Aboard a private boat, you’ll venture into a magical world of mangroves, home to 560 animal species. Keep your eyes wide open, you may spot tiger herons, gulls, Canadian ducks, crocodiles, and even spider monkeys if luck is on your side. Celestún is famous for being one of the main breeding sites of the American flamingo. From December to March, these elegant birds put on an unparalleled show with their low flights and courtship. We will continue our boat tour to Bird Island to admire its rich birdlife. Then, we’ll venture into a mangrove tunnel that feels straight out of a movie. If the weather allows, you can immerse yourself in its crystal-clear and revitalizing waters to mitigate the heat and renew energy. The trip from Mérida to Celestún will last 1 hour 15 minutes The tour will last 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Playa Norte Celestun

    4 hours 15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Tasting Yucatecan cuisine and relax on the beach. We will head to the beach of Celestún port. Delight in the flavors of the Yucatecan coast in a local restaurant. Relax with the spectacular view of the emerald waters, take a dip in the sea, and walk enjoying the sea breeze. Your guide will offer different restaurant options, if you want the privacy of a Beach Club, you can request it from your guide at the beginning of the tour and we will gladly help you with the reservation (tickets not included). Important note: Flamingo sightings are not guaranteed, as it depends on factors like weather conditions and migration season. The recommended period for flamingo sightings is from December 15th to March 15th. We will begin our return trip to Mérida to end the tour. Transfer to the restaurant or beach club 15 minutes Lunch and swimming time at the beach will be 2 hours 45 minutes The return trip to Mérida will be 1 hour 15 minutes

What's included

INCLUDED

Private transportation
Certified bilingual guide
Minibar: Refreshing beverages
Travel insurance during transportation
Private boat ride and life jackets

NOT INCLUDED

(Guide and driver)
Lunch
Admission tickets to the Beach Club (if you choose this option)

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Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
On this tour you are supporting the preservation of the natural reserve and the conservation of wildlife.
No mandatory stops at souvenir shops

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