Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
You will have the opportunity to disconnect from the city rush without leaving the city at all. Re-connect with nature and reduce stress, just relax and let your senses explore your surroundings, feel the water, dive into the mangroves, and experience one of the most unique flora and fauna of the world.
We are really passionate about nature, we believe it is the only medicine we need, we know a lot about the area and will be thrilled to share some interesting facts about the wildlife with you.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
What To Expect
We are a team of passionate people who care about nature and alternative tourism, we developed Go Kayak Cancun to let people learn about and explore an authentic version of Cancun and the diverse ecosystem we are lucky to have in the area in a safe and professional way. Live a unique experience among the mangroves of Laguna Nichupté. We will start with an introductory talk on safety and basic concepts of the activity. Then we enter the mangrove forest where we can admire the great variety of birds that inhabit or visit the place in its channels and lagoons. If we are lucky, we might see some exotic animals that live in the area. The activity is perfect for people who want to live the experience of being surrounded by nature on the water, whether they are beginners or advanced kayakers. Self-challenge: most animals may see, hear or smell you long before you are aware of their presence. Whether you are searching for wildlife or observing it, you will be more successful if you rely on more than just your eyes. Listen for cracking twigs or branches, animal calls, or the flutter of birds' wings to help you locate animals. Please arrive 20 minutes before ativity starts.
Options
Kayak Adventure in Cancun
What‘s Included
Life jackets
Equipment: Double or Single Kayaks with rows
One or two bilingual guides
Snack (hydration and integral bar and/or some fruit)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
35 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Magical!!
Adrian V,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a can’t miss experience for anyone who wants to get away from the noise of Cancun and immerse themselves in a serene nature experience. Andres is a wonderful guide who is clearly devoted to the preservation of Cancun’s mangrove eco-system. Saw many beautiful birds, fish, and multiple stingrays! Worth the early wake up!
Wonderful 2 hour experience
Warnerster,Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are in Cancun and have not visited a mangrove before and would like to get in some calm relaxing exercise with a little adventure, this is for you. The mangroves are pristine, the water is clear and the whole experience is very calming as you paddle through the mangrove channels and explore the mangrove tree canopy overhead. I am sorry that I did not take my diving/snorkelling mask with me as there is also opportunity to snorkel during rest stops. The water is about 2-3 m deep at most and crystal clear so you will see fish and rays, apart from the birds in the trees. Although I am an experienced kayaker I still enjoyed the trip because our group was less than 10 and our 2 guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. So even if you have not kayaked before, you will easily manage. This excursion is a great addition to doing some scuba/ snorkeling, swimming in the cenotes and visiting the Mayan pyramids
Incredible experience, not to be missed
T6021UDemilyp,Mar 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was incredible. The tour guide was so knowledgeable and passionate, I can’t say enough good things. It’s right in the hotel zone and you can walk or take the bus there, but you get to visit the incredible mangroves and step away from the hustle of vacation and see what’s right there all around. Puts a different perspective on the tourism industry. Would highly recommend you take the time.
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Wander622014,Jan 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A real adventure in nature. Kayaking through an immense mangrove field. It was an absolutely authentic exploration, and very unique for me who has spent many vacations in ans around the the Rivera Maya exploring the nature here. Highly recommended. I write this in January 2025 but I did the kayaking February 2024.
Excellent
Traveler08998925003,Sep 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00very good service, they explain you along the way and it is very relaxing, we really liked the tour the roads we took and the guides were very friendly even were good taking souvenir photos, I recommend it
A magical voyage into this rare mangrove ecosystem.
Wander622014,Mar 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely wonderful. I took the morning tour. Slowly cruising through the a narrow mangrove passage is quite wonderful. I saw a resting crocodile, there are starfish in one areas, marine sponges in another. We saw birds, Little blue heron, Great blue heron, Tiger heron, Egret, an Anhinga, Andrés, our excellent guide and bird identifier, showed us examples of red black and white mangrove. The whole trip lasted two hours or more. Paddling back to base against the wind was difficult but doable. When we were on the main channel some larger boats went by throwing up waves, but you just turn to face into them and they are not a problem. But in general, it was a spectacular, high value, close to big nature experience with lots to see. I highly recommend it to any nature lover.
Enter the world of mangroves and their inhabitants
T8439MCmarinam,Feb 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful morning touring the mangroves and learning about the flora and fauna of the place. Andrés is a guide who is passionate about what he does and made us notice the different sounds of the birds, the crabs when cutting the branches and the habits of each of the animals that frequent the area! Super recommended activity to do both with the family and alone.
Incredible experience!
yulianabeatrizp,Feb 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best experiences I have ever had! The entire tour was perfect, the attention and the fact that they highlight the importance of caring for the lagoon system is incredible. I will definitely go again! Thanks for everything to our guide Andrés! -Yuliana Paredes.
Great experience & great value
Nimay K,Sep 3, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience! We ended up starting early at 6 AM in order to catch the sunrise. The guide took wonderful photos and sent us some. The tour is a ton of fun and great value for money! highly recommend to anyone visiting Cancun!
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Nadia H,Aug 31, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was a highlight of our honeymoon - waking up early was absolutely worth it. Andrés was incredibly knowledgeable & so passionate about the environment and wildlife that it was inspiring to be around. Being out on the open water was so peaceful and we were able to experience a ton of marine life (like a giant stingray right under our boat and listening to a tiger heron). This is the real thing, focused on what Cancún really has to offer, and was not touristy or packed with people. We had such a fun time learning from Andrés, and highly recommend this trip!!
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