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Celestun boat, flamingos and beach

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Merida, Mexico

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Overview

The Celestun Biosphere Reserve is home to a unique biodiversity, you can find birds and animals characteristic of the Yucatec flora and fauna.
The first stop is the tourist center of the state where we will take a boat and enter the salutary lagoons of Ria Celestún. Along the way we will discover the birds until we reach the elegant pink flamingo that will allow us to contemplate its color and elegance.
The tour does not end and we will go to know the heart of the red mangrove and walk on an islet to know a water eye where the fresh water of the cenotes and the salt water of the Gulf of Mexico mix.
At the end of the tour, we will head to the village to enjoy one of the best restaurants in the area. The freshness of its dishes will make you feel in paradise.
You will have free time on the beach to relax and gaze at the calm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
This coastal experience will be full of unforgettable moments.

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  • Comfortable and climate friendly vehicle
  • Water bottles
  • Bilingual guide at all times
  • Lunch
  • Ticked cash-only jackpot
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Calle 72
Barrio de Santiago, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico

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Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve

The Celestun Biosphere Reserve is a protected place where various species of the Yucatec coast grow. Here we will find birds such as: pink flamingo, herons, pelicans among others. Also crocodiles and landscapes that blend between the sky and the green of the mangrove.
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Playa Norte Celestun

Here you can walk, swim or just relax on the beaches of the Yucatec coast. We will also eat rich and fresh seafood in a local restaurant which guarantees a destination that you cannot miss.
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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Celestun boat, flamingos and beach?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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Activity code: C-472923P4

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