Celestun Beach and Mangrove Boat Ride from Merida
Overview
The Celestun reserve is filled with multiple wild life species like migratory birds, flamingos, crocodiles, racoons, fish and much more!
Our guide will take us to a boat ride troughout the Celestun mangrove, he will point out all the highlights of the reserve. We'll pass the point where the sea and the river meets
After the ride, now it's time to relax a the gorgeous Celestun beach. The white sand and the blue unspoiled sea will be the best view to relax and have a nice swim. At the beach we'll head to the restaurant for the meal
Nature and beauty is waiting for you!
What's Included
- Free time at Celestun beach
- One dish to choose (fish or chicken)
- Round transportation from Merida (could be a meeting point even if the hotel is listed)
- Wild life sightseeing
- Boat ride
- Certified guide
- Drinks at the restaurant
Meeting and Pickup
Important information! Must readWe can do pick ups at some hotels in Merida, even if the hotel is listed we are going to confirm if it's possible to pick you up there or at a meeting pointThese are the main meeting points:*Parque de Santa Ana Merida*Hotel Fiesta Americana MeridaThe pick up time depends on the location of the hotel, it's important to confirm if it's possible to pick you up at your hotel (even if it's listed)
What To Expect
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Celestun
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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
- Not recommended for passengers with mobility issues
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- On tour details 3 hours remaining is for the travel time
- The supplier is entitled to assign the meeting point even if the hotel is listed
- If private option selected, only the transportation will be private. Locations and boat may have other persons
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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.
- Free time at Celestun beach.
- One dish to choose (fish or chicken).
- Round transportation from Merida (could be a meeting point even if the hotel is listed).
- Wild life sightseeing.
- Boat ride.
- Certified guide.
- Drinks at the restaurant.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Celestun Beach and Mangrove Boat Ride from Merida is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for passengers with mobility issues
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Celestun Beach and Mangrove Boat Ride from Merida will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Free time at Celestun beach
- One dish to choose (fish or chicken)
- Round transportation from Merida (could be a meeting point even if the hotel is listed)
- Wild life sightseeing
- Boat ride
- Certified guide
- Drinks at the restaurant
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
- Not recommended for passengers with mobility issues
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- On tour details 3 hours remaining is for the travel time
- The supplier is entitled to assign the meeting point even if the hotel is listed
- If private option selected, only the transportation will be private. Locations and boat may have other persons
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
