Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve Half-Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve
- Discover diverse wildlife and ecosystems
- Enjoy a delicious local lunch
- Experience a guided tour with an expert
- Convenient transportation from Tulum
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Transportation from Tulum
- Gratuities for the guide
Itinerary
Sian Ka’an is a tropical wetland paradise – on this tour we visit a thin strip of land bordered by empty stretches of beach, lagoons and lush vegetation on a boat ride that takes us across diverging coastal ecosystems, through mangrove forest and weather permitting, out to the coral reef.
8km inside the biosphere, where we board a small boat to visit Boca Paila – a vital point of convergence for many animals, where we have the chance to spot the resident birdlife, crocodiles & even the rare manatee. Weather permitting, we then head out a short distance on open water to snorkel on the Mesoamerican Barrier reef, where you will be delighted by the healthy corals and fish in abundance.
Bask in the tranquility of coconut groves, take a refreshing dip in the inviting sea, and savor the moments of relaxation before our return voyage. This exceptional escapade offers an opportunity to relish the Sian Ka'an Biosphere's wonders, all within the serene ambiance of lesser-explored lagoons. After our explorations, an exquisite lunch awaits...
Meeting point
Start Location
Tulum Tours - Mexico Kan Tours, Avenida Tulum S/N. Entre Orion y, C. Centauro Sur, Tulum Centro, Centro, 77760 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance to secure your spot.
- Be prepared for a moderate level of physical activity during the tour.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for walking.
- Bring insect repellent and sunscreen to protect against the elements.
- Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Only if necessary: Biodegradable Sun Screen & Biodegradable Mosquito Repellent.
- Comfortable Shoes; Extra T-Shirt; Camera; Towel; Hat.
- Cash (Most of the local vendors only accept cash).
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age is 5 years old.
- Snorkeling is subject to weather conditions.
Traveler reviews
National geographic experience, worth it
We had a wonderful experience learning about the biosphere and opportunity to see crocodiles and manatee in their natural habitat. We were lucky the current in the ocean wasn't too strong and were able to snorkel and see coral reefs and fish, if the waves are strong you won't be able to snorkel given the size of boats you're in. The lunch provided was also amazing and authentic mexican food. We ate by a cenote we got to swim in too. Lastly our tour guide Pablo and driver Axel were phenomenal, great energy and made the experience so much more enjoyable.
Sian ka'an, a huge gem ...
It was a great, unforgetable experience. Niko , our guide, gave a lot descriptions and explanations while sailing us around the biosphere . We could see the manatíes, lots of different species of birds, the mangroves We even reached the sea .. Together with the captain of the boat they made a great team. The final stop at the cenote for some swim and for lunch was great, too..
10/10, no notes. Love this company!
If you ever get a chance to book with MexicoKanTours, you will not be disappointed!!! My husband and I booked 2 excursions-Sian Ka'an and a Chichen Itza day tour. Both were incredible. On the Sian Ka'an tour-Martin (our tour guide) was extremely knowledgeable and our captain of the both had the eyes of a hunter!! We spotted so many manatee, multiple crocodiles, stingrays, roseate spoonbills, pelicans, tiger Herron, blue Herron, and many other birds i cant remember the names of and of course fish. It was a bit too murky to snorkel that day but we did get a chance to snorkel a bit in the beautiful cenote we visited after where we had lunch. Thats right, lunch at a cenote! The Chichen tour was a equally amazing and our guide there was amazing as well (and included another delicious lunch and ended with a cenote!!). I can't speak highly enough of our experience and am so grateful for everything we learned and the memories we made. Book them and tip them well!!!!
Do it!
Pablo, our Guide was amazing! Such a passionate and nice guy, unbelievable! And with a huge amount of knowledge, you can ask everything. We had the perfect experience, really. Everything was like planned but to see the wildlife was phenomenal. We were very lucky to see everything that you can expect (manatee mum with baby!, crocodile, exotic birds, rays and fantastic variety of fishes at the reef). Everyone we met was super kind and nice (bus driver Axel, our captain or the people at the restaurant) and the organization was very professional and smooth (never felt time pressure). Even the lunch was amazing at the cenote with authentic Tacos and Aqua de Jamaica. This is an honest recommendation: If you want to get a deep dive of Nature in this area and spend a nice time with a super nice guide - Book this tour!
Truly unforgettable
We did a full day tour of Sian Ka’an. Martin and Lea were our guides. We had an amazing day and the guides were both very passionate and knowledgeable about the conservation of the area and the wildlife that live there and the whole ecosystem. The boat captain was amazing too! It was one of the most amazing trips that we have ever done and would 100% recommend it! We saw sea turtles, dolphins and manatees all in the wild, absolutely amazing! The captain of the boat and guide were both very respectful to the animals. This tour took us to places that most tours don’t go to. We went to the most amazing sheltered bay where the sea was crystal clear and brilliant blue. The tour was amazing value for money.