Private Tour
Private Tour Celestun Flamingo Watching and Beach
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
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
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Certified bilingual guide
Minibar: Refreshing beverages
Travel insurance during transportation
Private boat ride and life jackets
(Guide and driver)
Lunch
Admission tickets to the Beach Club (if you choose this option)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve
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
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
Options
Private Tour
Duration: 7 hours
Minivan and Boat
Pickup included
Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth it
Kristyn B,
Feb 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed this trip very much. Blanca and Raul were top notch. The van was roomy and comfortable. Blanca very knowledgeable and fun.
This was an amazing...
Carmen A,
Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience and a highlight of our trip to Merida. Alejandra was an excellent guide. We saw thousands of flamingos and other unique birds. My son (4yo) had a great day and was keen on spotting a crocadile. With a careful eye, Alejandra found one hiding under a tree! After our boat ride, we went to a restaurant on a beach. The food and service was excellent- everyone was so kind. We relaxed on the beach for a few hours before our ride home. This was such a great day!
Two great excursions with Travelezza.
soccerrefmichigan,
Feb 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First off communication from Lusia was top notch. We did 2 tours with them. One to Celestun and the other to Uxmal, Kabáh and the Chocolate Factory. Alphonso was great as our guide well as our drivers Raul and Jorge. Lunch spots were good too. Celestún boat ride to see the flamingos was relaxing and informative. We also saw many different kinds of birds along with a crocodile. The Mayan ruins was very educational.Would highly recommend Travelezza.
Fun Day
Andrea B,
Jan 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend. Blanca was a great guide. We saw lots of flamingos. The beach lunch and experience was perfect. I got a massage on the beach and it was an incredible experience.
Excellent private tour To Celestun Biosphere andbeach
755cherris,
Dec 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful day with driver, Rauol, and tour guide Blanca at the Celestun biosphere where we saw so many flamingos and other birds and animals in the mangroves followed by a nice lunch on a lovely beach. The tour operators were very professional and assisted us in Providing a tour for us on another day when a different company canceled on us unexpectedly. Thanks to Louisa of Traveleeza tours, we had another excellent private tour day. Highly recommended.
12 out of 10! 🦩
maria s,
Dec 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Everything was exceptional from the communication in the beginning to the guide and driver to the experience itself. Also they accommodated our additional requests and even returned my husbands hat when he left it in the car. 12 out of 10!
Super experience in Celestún
Anaid69,
Apr 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From start to finish, this tour was spectacular! In addition to marveling at the landscape and the flamingos, the clear and timely communication with Luisa from the moment of booking, the impeccable coordination of transportation and schedules, and the knowledge and enthusiasm of the guide came together to make us live a very pleasant experience. I recommend it 100%
A natural wonder of our Mexico that you cannot miss, visit the flamingos and the mangroves, the beach 🏖️
315liliah,
Apr 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have been amazed by the visit to this beautiful place where the flamingos are in their natural habitat, you cannot miss the boat ride to admire this beautiful nature, in addition to the walk through the mangroves where I was incredulous to see crocodiles and I was surprised, It is beautiful, the boats are very clean, the people are very friendly. The beach is a mega pool of transparent water and white sand, it is beautiful.
Day trip to Celestun and the flamingos.
20maggy18,
Mar 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really good day out from Merida. The organisation was perfect. Gabriel, our guide, was punctual, friendly and very knowlegeable. The car was very nice, clean and comfortable. The boat trip was excellent and we saw many species of birds as well as the flamingos. Beware of the racoons around the booking office - they have obviously learnt that human beings bring food! They have sharp claws - the scratches on my leg attest to that! After the boat ride, we went to the beach in Celestun and Gabriel took us for a ride around the town and the harbour. It was a lovely beach but much too hot for us at midday. Lovely to see the places though. Thank you to Gabriel and Travelezza for a memorable day.
A beeg thumbs-up
om310,
Mar 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The private tour with Travelezza was wonderful. The Flaingo tour is a must do while in Merida. It was amazing. Our tour guide Blanca was a gem of a person. Extremely knowledgeable about everything Yucatan, as well as humorous and caring. We talked on a variety of topics. Conversation with her was like talking to a local friend. She made us feel totally at home and comfortable. Luisa, the hidden boss, went out of her way to accommodate our small requests and was very nice in the few mails that we exchanged. Special mention for Israeel, our driver. We should have chosen this tour company for our other Merida day tours also.
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