Puerto Maya · Cancún
Mayan Mangrove Tour
Cruise through the mangroves of Nichupté Lagoon in a Mayan boat, watch birds and learn from your guide about this ecosystem and its relationship with local wildlife. Complete the experience with the Mayan Calendar, Mayan Path and regional flavors.
- Location
- Hotel Zone, Cancun, Mexico
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Included
- Bilingual guide and equipment
Nature and Mayan culture
Mangroves, traditions and flavors
Begin at the Mayan Calendar: learn about its sacred solar cycles and take part in a celebration honoring the four cardinal directions. Explore the Mayan Path with ceremonies and dances alongside our Mayan warriors. The experience also offers a traditional regional snack served with fresh flavored waters.
- Guided mangrove boat ride and birdwatching
- Mayan Calendar, ceremonies and dances on the Mayan Path
- Regional snack and fresh flavored waters at Mayan Flavors
Know your experience
The tour combines nature, culture and flavors from the Mayan region.
- Mayan Calendar: learn about the calendar and its sacred solar cycles, with a celebration honoring the four cardinal directions.
- Mayan Path: ceremonies and dances with our Mayan warriors.
- Mangrove Tour: cruise through the mangroves of Nichupté Lagoon, watch birds and learn about the ecosystem from your guide.
- Mayan Flavors: a traditional regional snack and fresh flavored waters.
The activity lasts 2 hours and includes:
- Mayan boat.
- Life jacket.
- Locker service.
- Dock fee.
These optional services cost extra and are not included in the tour price.
Optional services (additional cost)
- Lockers (refundable MXN 100 deposit).
- Towel rental (MXN 40).
- Souvenirs and handicrafts.
Transportation
- Hotel Zone: USD 8 per person.
- Puerto Morelos: USD 15 per person.
Photos and videos
Photo and video services are available at an additional cost. Ask our team about options and prices.
Tips for our staff are not mandatory, but are always appreciated as recognition of our team’s efforts.
The Mangrove Tour operates Monday through Saturday.
- Departures at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
- Activity duration: 2 hours.
- Boat capacity: 10 guests per departure.
- Available languages: Spanish and English.
Please review the participation and operating conditions:
- Minimum age: 6 years.
- Maximum weight: 110 kg.
- The tour operates in all weather except thunderstorms or restrictions issued by the port authority.
- Mayan Tours does not recommend this activity for people with severe physical or mobility disabilities, heart conditions, pregnant women or people under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
