Celestun Biosphere Reserve Tour from Merida
Description
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Celestún, a natural paradise nestled on the pristine Gulf of Mexico coastline. Step into a biosphere reserve and Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of this coastal corridor through a captivating boat ride while you witness the vibrant wildlife and a rich tapestry of wetlands, mangroves, dunes, petenes, jungles, and grasslands, preserving the delicate balance of this thriving ecosystem. After the boat ride, have a delicious lunch (at your own expense) at a local restaurant, where you will be delighted by the characteristic flavors of the region's culinary delights. Seize your free time and relax at Pristine Beach, soaking up the sun, and allowing the tranquil beauty of Celestún to envelop your senses. • Discover the enchanting coastal paradise of Celestún • Embark on a captivating boat ride through the estuary • Witness the vibrant birdlife and flamingos • Enjoy free time on the Pristine Beach • Explore the intricate mangrove trails
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Itinerary
Enjoy a day in the outdoors as you visit the biosphere reserve of Celestun. Your knowledgeable guide will share the amazing facts and traditions of Merida along the way. First, it's time to board a boat and enjoy spectacular views from the water. You will see the most exotic seasonal birds. You can even spot some crocodiles. The view of this paradise is exceptional and it is part of the heritage of the special reserve, which has been officially declared a fauna shelter since 1979. Then, you will have free time to explore the landscapes that
Celestun offers, besides being able to swim on the beach and to finish the day, you'll visit a restaurant so you can enjoy a delicious meal (on your own) from an exquisite menu before heading back to your hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from all hotels in the Downtown area Reconfirm your pick up time 24 hrs in advance the starting time.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(25)
Everything was great. My only comment is that 3 hours at the beach is a lot. The flamingo experiencie was wonderful
Dear Ines_R, Thank you very much for sharing your impressions with us. We’re delighted to hear that, overall, everything felt great and that the experience lived up to your expectations. It’s also wonderful to know that you found the flamingo encounter so special — that part of the day tends to leave a lasting memory, and we’re glad it did for you as well. We really appreciate your honest comment about the time at the beach feeling a bit long. While some guests enjoy having several hours to relax by the sea, we understand that others might prefer a slightly shorter stay or a different balance between activities and free time. Your feedback is very valuable and will be taken into account as we continue reviewing and refining the structure of the day. Thank you again for your review and for highlighting the flamingo experience as wonderful — it truly is a beautiful moment to share with nature. Kind regards, Ramos, Quality Team
I was hesitant to go, many said that we didn't see many flamingos, but that day I don't know if it was luck or what, but we did get to see it, we loved it.
Estimada Andreyta007, ¡Qué maravilloso que pudieras ver los flamencos! A veces, la naturaleza nos sorprende de la mejor manera. ¡Gracias por elegirnos y compartir tu experiencia! Saludos cordiales de parte de todo el equipo de calidad de Amigo Tours, Chelsea
It was a great trip. Carlos, our driver, was with us at all times and did his job perfectly. The boat trip was fantastic! We saw at least four types of birds, bright colored flamingos among them. Highly recommended.
Dear W6429ZZelenak, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're glad to hear that Carlos took such great care of you throughout your trip. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure soon. Kind regards from the entire quality team at Amigo Tours. Chelsea
Awesome day at the bio-reserve. And, we were the ONLY ones at the beach - one of the benefits of travelling off-season.
Dear Stuart_K, Thank you so much for choosing us, we're happy to hear you had a great trip and that the beach was all yours, definitely a smart choice to travel off-season ;), we hope to see you soon again! Warm greetings from the entire quality team at Amigo Tours, Chelsea
This tour was so much fun. We saw thousands of flamingos in early February, and the ride through the mangroves was fascinating with many birds and gators to view. Our guide Julio was great. The 3 hours at Celestun beach may seem like a long time to stay, but we enjoyed all of it: from walking the almost deserted beach to collecting some shells, to having an excellent mango daquiri and a snack at the restaurant on the beach with tables in the sand. It was a little windy with rough surf to go swimming, but that didn't take away from the day. We highly recommend this tour.
It was so fun! We saw lots of flamingos and birds. The boat ride was great. Nice lunch at the beach club and fun to collect shells walking along the beach. Overall, the trip was great, with a very informative and friendly guide.
No English, I don’t think many do & we’re from a border town. It was great, good price, beautiful & will go again. Good place to learn Spanish. Will definitely return.
Dear Curiosity49591565144 We are delighted to know that we offered you good service and a memorable experience. Thank you very much for giving us your trust, we deeply appreciate it. Mariana, Amigo tours
Boating among the flamingos and through the mangrove forest was an amazing experience. Enjoying a meal at a beachside restaurant was fun too.
Dear Mary We love to know that this activity was amazing for you, thanks for trusting Amigo tours, we sincerely appreciate it. Mariana, Amigo tours
We weren't really convinced to waste a day to go and visit this risperva but it turned out to be a good choice. They take you for a one-hour boat ride (boats of 7) and you go around next to Edd in the mangroves. Very nice to note that the attention to nature and animals is remarkable and the famous "pink flamingos" do not let you approach them. But they are gorgeous and they are red!! But apart from the flamingos you can see many other species of birds (closer up) and we were also lucky enough to see a small (about a meter) of Caiman (who carried us around said that the small ones are less scary than the big ones and therefore you can see them more easily). but a beautiful thing was to pass in a natural tunnel in the mangroves and swim in a natural pool among the mangroves (not super inviting water but pleasant experience). In short, a great place!!!
Caro Carlob101 Grazie per esserti unito a noi in questa avventura, è stato un piacere essere al tuo servizio. Speriamo di avere l'opportunità di vederti ancora una volta. Mariana, Amigo tours
We were scheduled to go on this trip. I tried to contact them multiple times to confirm the trip details and pickup location. They do not answer their phone. They do not respond to emails. I used Get your Guides to book this trip and they were unable to get a response either. They said they emailed me days before that my hotel was out of their pick up area but i never received an email. Nothing in my spam folder. This tour company is horrible. I can not confirm that they will refund my trip money that I paid in full. Buyer beware.
Dear Amig@ Thank you for your comment, we have investigated your case, we confirm that at all times we were in contact with you and even with your hotel. Your place of lodging was 2 hours away from downtown Merida, so it was not possible to provide the pick up at your hotel, as the title of the product itself indicates "Celestun from Merida". We informed your agency of the above and they agreed. We checked the product configuration in GYG and everything is configured to indicate that the tour is from Merida, and it is indicated that pick-ups are available from hotels in downtown Merida. We also give the option that if someone is interested in the tour, they can book it and they will be directed to a meeting point within the downtown Merida area, but apparently, you did not agree to this option. We are really sorry that you could not be part of this experience, Celestun is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful biosphere reserves. Dulce, Amigo Tours
