Join us on a laguna boat tour of Sian Ka'an and discover the wonders of this incredible destination. We'll take you on a 56 km (35 miles) road strip covered in coastal vegetation, with the Caribbean Sea on one side and Ascension Bay on the other. Along the way, you'll see reptiles like crocodiles and sea turtles, as well as a wide variety of birds like frigates, pelicans, and cormorants.
If conditions allow, we'll take you snorkeling in the Mesoamerican reef - the second largest in the world - where you'll be amazed by the incredible diversity of fish and coral. And when it's time to relax, we'll visit a beautiful sandbar that locals refer to as "the world's largest swimming pool".
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Sian Ka'an, one of the largest protected areas in México. In the Yucatec Mayan language, Sian Ka'an means "where the sky is born", and it's not hard to see why. This vast expanse of 6520 km² (1.6 million acres) is home to an incredible array of biodiversity, making it a must-see destination for nature enthusiasts.
As part of the UNESCO program "Man and Biosphere", Sian Ka'an is dedicated to conservation, research, and education to promote sustainable development. This means that visitors can participate in economic activities like fishing, seasonal agriculture, and tourism, all while preserving the area's natural beauty for generations to come.
At the heart of Sian Ka'an lies the charming town of Punta Allen, home to just 800 people. Here, you'll find a unique blend of Caribbean culture and natural wonders. Fishing for lobster is the main source of income, but tourism has also become increasingly important. And it's not hard to see why - Punta Allen is the perfect base for exploring the diverse marine ecosystems of the Caribbean Sea.
To top it all off, we'll finish with a delicious Caribbean lunch, giving you a taste of the local cuisine. Join us in Sian Ka'an today and experience the magic of this incredible destination for yourself!
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Highlights
- Visit Boca Paila - where the wetlands meet the sea - to look for manatees and crocodiles!
- Visit cays with colonies of incredible birds
- Boat into the Caribbean looking for dolphins, turtles and more
- Snorkel in the world’s second largest coral reef
- Enjoy a secluded sandbar which the locals refer to as “The natural swimming pool”
- Enjoy a delicious Caribbean lunch
Details
Itinerary
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7:00 am – 8:00 am pick up
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Once we enter the reserve, we drive 40 minutes aprox. among coastal jungle until we reach the boat dock. Please be aware that the road is unpaved and bumpy.
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Laguna boat tour: explore mangrove forests, freshwater springs & the famous Boca Paila where the wetlands meet the sea
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Lookout for manatees and crocodiles
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Visit cays with colonies of incredible birds
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Search for dolphins, sea turtles and more
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Snorkel in the world´s second largest coral reef (subject to weather conditions)
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Enjoy swimming in the clearest tropical water at ¨Nature's swimming pool¨
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Delicious Caribbean lunch in Punta Allen pueblo
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4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. return (subject to traffic and hotel/villas localization)
· Drive among coastal jungle 30 minutes (from the entrance of the reserve) until reaching our boat to continue with our journey by water.
· We explore the Boca Paila Lagoon and the point where it connects with the Caribbean Sea. Here it is possible to spot the American crocodile Crocodylus acutus (the largest crocodile in the American continent), incredible birds such as the osprey Pandion aliaetus and with luck even a manatee Trihchechus manatus. We also visit the fresh water springs.
· Explore Ascension Bay (visit some colonies of nesting birds such as frigates, spoonbills, egrets, herons and more, learn about the importance of mangroves, look for sea turtles, sea stars, dolphins and more).
· Snorkeling in the second largest coral reef in the world (location may vary or the activity could be canceled based on the weather and sea conditions).
· The adventure continues in the Caribbean Sea enjoying a beautiful sandbar which the locals refer to as the ¨world´s biggest swimming pool¨ and snorkeling in the world’s second largest coral reef*.
· Arrive at our base in Punta Allen to enjoy a delicious Caribbean lunch and to enjoy free time to walk or relax Caribbean style.
What's Included
Your Local Host
Mexico Kan Tours
Local/Foreign Owned Business
In Mexico Kan Tours they believe that travelling should be accompanied with an intention. They work closely together with Mayan communities in Mexico to create exciting adventures that will benefit both the traveler and the places they visit.
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