Overview

Celestún Biosphere Reserve protects coastal wetlands that host one of Mexico's largest flamingo populations. Boat tours navigate mangrove channels to reach flamingo feeding grounds where thousands of pink birds create stunning displays, especially during winter breeding season. The town has a pleasant beach for swimming after the tour.

Highlights

• Flamingo viewing (thousands of birds)
• Mangrove boat tours
• Swimming in ojo de agua (freshwater spring)
• Beach town for lunch and swimming
• Bird watching beyond flamingos

Getting There

Location