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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
Escape the city and experience the captivating landscapes of Celestún on a private excursion from Mérida. Enjoy the comfort of traveling with your own driver as you discover the area's colorful salt ponds, historical landmarks, and rich wildlife. Explore Las Salineras with a guide and learn about the traditional salt-making process while admiring the area's distinctive pink scenery. Then, visit Hacienda Real de Salinas to discover another side of the region's local heritage. One of the highlights of your adventure is a boat ride through Celestún's wetlands, offering the opportunity to observe flamingos and other wildlife surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. After your exploration, take a break at a local restaurant and enjoy a Mexican dish of your choice, accompanied by drinks. With private transportation, bottled water, guided visits, and a combination of nature and culture, this experience is an inviting way to discover Celestún beyond the usual tourist routes.
What's included
Guided tour of Hacienda Real de Salinas
Private transportation in a sedan Private driver
To observe flamingos and local wildlife
Guided visit to the pink salt ponds of Las Salineras
Bottled water during transportation
Drinks at the restaurant
Mexican meal (one dish of your choice)
Boat Ride Salinera, mangrove & Hacienda Fees
What to expect
Celestun
10h
Discover Celestún on a private day trip from Mérida, combining nature, culture, and authentic Mexican cuisine. Travel in a comfortable private sedan with your own driver and visit Las Salineras, famous for their pink ponds, on a guided tour where you can learn about the region's salt production. Continue to Hacienda Real de Salinas for a guided visit and discover its cultural heritage. Enjoy a boat ride through Celestún's wetlands, where you can look for flamingos and other local wildlife in their natural habitat. After exploring the area's beautiful scenery, savor a traditional Mexican meal at a local restaurant, choosing one dish from the available options, with drinks included. Your experience includes private transportation, bottled water during the journey, guided visits, and a personalized way to discover Celestún. Please note that wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions, and attractions may be shared with other visitors.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Guide will say the customer name
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Please provide your pickup location in Mérida when booking.
This is a private tour with transportation in a sedan and a dedicated driver.
The itinerary includes travel time between attractions.
The boat ride offers the opportunity to spot flamingos and other wildlife; sightings are not guaranteed.
Guided visits to Las Salineras and Hacienda Real de Salinas are included.
Bottled water is provided during transportation.
Some attractions may be shared with other visitors, even though transportation is private.
Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent.
All the payments are in cash
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
