Top Merida Outdoor Activities

Explore an incomparable landscape at the pink lagoons, Las Coloradas in Rio Lagartos. An excellent place for a photo session. Then we will move to a virgin beach called Cancunito, where you can relax. Finally, we will take a boat ride where we will admire the landscapes, colors, flora, and fauna of the place. To finish, we will eat in one of the most welcoming and recommended restaurants in Rio Lagartos.

The Mayan Culture used to praise the Cenotes, they were an important part of their customs, and now it's our turn to dive into history! During this adventure, we will visit 4 different cenotes, open, closed, and underground There is something special about each of them, the great views, the crystal clear fresh waters, the atmosphere or the peacefulness that it has At the end will be having a real Mexican dish to enjoy! Come and live with us on this nature adventure

Combine visits to three cenotes on this full-day tour from Merida. Explore and swim in the Cascabel, Chaksikin, and Xoch cenotes, learning how they were formed and their significance in the community as you travel. Lunch at a local restaurant and round-trip transportation from Merida accommodations are included.

Not everyone gets the chance to kayak through the Yucatan’s mangroves en route to secret beaches, passing pelicans, flamingos, migratory birds, and much more on the way. This hassle-free, private tour, allows you and your group to enjoy this natural experience in a peaceful, intimate setting. Your guide will show you the way, so you just need to enjoy the experience and relax.

Get acquainted with Yucatecan specialties on this street food tour of Merida. Walk with a local guide to Merida’s main market plus a seafood restaurant and gelato shop. Sip fruit juices and sample plenty of local dishes, not limited to empanadas, tamales and seafood tacos along with ‘cochinita pibil’ (slow-roasted pork) and ‘panuchos’ (tortillas stuffed with refried black beans). Delicious!

Arriving at any airport can be a bit stressful, especially if it’s in a country you’ve never visited before. Book this Merida Private Transfer from Merida International Airport (MID) ahead of time and avoid the stress altogether of flagging down a last-minute taxi. Ride comfortably to your hotel in a private vehicle and choose your group size when booking. A driver meets you right at the Merida Airport’s arrivals area.

Ensure yourself a smooth and hassle-free arrival in Merida. Private, one-way airport transfers guarantee a front-door welcome at the arrivals terminal. Travel comfortably to your hotel accommodation in a air-conditioned, WIFI-equipped vehicle with your own driver. Private vans can seat up to eight passengers, making this an ideal option for families or groups.

Discover a biosphere reserve that shelters a thriving population of migratory birds on a full-day trip to Celestún from Mérida with an experienced guide. Enjoy the day at a relaxed pace, with plenty of time to visit local restaurants, beach-side bars and the town square. Soak up the sun on the beach and take in views of the Gulf of Mexico. Watch for wildlife on a scenic sunset boat ride along the coast, then pause for dinner in a nearby restaurant before returning to Mérida.

Live an authentically Mexican adventure on this 4-cenote Homún + Pueblo Mágico (Izamal) excursion from Mérida. You will enter these rock formations sacred to the Mayans and relax in their magical, crystalline waters. We will be the first to arrive at the cenotes, this will allow you to take the best photos. Likewise, you will visit a magical town (Izamal) full of culture and many stories to tell you. At all times the guide will accompany you for any questions or attention you require.

It's time to live an authentic Mayan adventure. The day begins at the magnificent Chichen Itza Ruins, where our certified guide will take us back in time with a guided tour of the history of the ruins. After the guided tour, we'll have free time to explore and take some photos of the spots you liked the most. Now it's time to cool off at the cenote Xcajum. There is nothing like the fresh waters of a relaxing cenote, and the views from the top and bottom are just gorgeous! At the cenote, we will be having the regional lunch of Mexican food. And to finish the adventure, a visit to the magic town of Izamal We'll see some of the best spots in this place, like the convent, the local market, and the main park.

Our departure from the meeting point will be 7 am, and our arrival to the archaeological site will be just when is recently open. Discover the history of Uxmal, the most important mayan city located in the only hilly area of the Yucatan Peninsula known in the mayan language as Puuc region, and whose main god was Chaac the god of the rain. The Puuc style stands out among other styles due to the unique and complicated carvings located in the upper parts of the mayan buildings. Walk and explore the temples with a professional licensed tourguide who will unveil the secrets of their success. In the cenote you will enjoy the crystal clear freshwater located in the mayan jungle, and manged by a small mayan community. Cenotes are unique ecosystems of the Yucatan Peninsula Finally we will enjoy the home made flavors of a delicious meal visiting a family with mayan heritage, they will prepare the meals upon our arrival at their home with fresh ingredients back to Merida between 2 and 3 pm

This tour combines a cultural tour at Mayapan with a dip in the beautiful clear waters of Cenote Homun, plus provides dinner. This is a group tour, so you’ll keep costs down, and possibly make some new friends. Life jackets are provided at the cenote, plus you’ll have round-trip transfers from the centrally located meeting spot in Merida.

Explore some of the history of the Yucatan area on this day trip from Merida to Hacienda Yaxcopoil and the Mayan city of Uxmal. You'll learn about the regional importance of the farm before continuing to a different period of Mexican history as you admire Uxmal's archaeological ruins. Plus, stop by Cenote Peba for a swim. This tour allows you to avoid the hassle of finding your own way to these locations so you can relax and enjoy a pre-planned day.

Move to one of the most beautiful beaches in Yucatan, enjoy your day in a comfortable beach club with a restaurant, pools, wading pool, palapas, bathrooms, showers, beach and a small water park for the little ones. There you will have free time to take a walk on the beach, swim in the sea or in one of the pools or simply rest and enjoy the landscape with a delicious meal or your favorite drink (not included). Enjoy Pig Beach, where a family of chubby orphan piglets was found, the authorities took them in and now visiting them is a great tourist attraction, take fun photographs and live with these animals. End your day watching the sunset in Puerto Progreso, enjoy free time to walk along the boardwalk, taste a delicious marquesita or buy souvenirs. We leave you at your hotel.

Discover Mérida from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in English or Spanish

If you’re looking to see the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chichen Itza, but don’t want to plan out the details yourself, this Chichen Itza, Izamal, and Cenote Saamal Tour from Merida does the work for you. This tour picks you up from Merida and takes you to Chichen Itza, Izamal, and Cenote Saamal all in one day. Plus, this experience is led by a guide to keep you on track during your adventure.

Our tour explains the history of the Henequén fiber-producing farms "Haciendas" in Yucatán at the end of the 19th century, our guide will accompany you on this horseback ride, touring the ranch gardens and visiting the sheep farm. Due to the location so close to the beach, we will visit the port of "Progreso" and have time off at the "Silcer" beach club.

Visit the ‘Magic Town’ of Izamal on a full-day, private tour from Merida, and discover a historic center famed for its saffron-colored architecture. Opting for a private tour means you can customize the day to your preferences, with options to explore by dirt bike or in a traditional, horse-drawn carriage. Stops include an ancient pyramid, 16th-century convent, and jewelry workshop for a great introduction to Izamal’s history and culture.

In this tour you will have the opportunity to visit the famous archeological site of Mayapan, well known as “Flag of the Mayan Civilization”. This city was built similar as Chichén Itzá and it has a unique architectural style. Continue your tour at the former Hacienda located in Mucuyché ("tree of the turtledove") and surprise yourself with the splendor of its partially restored buildings, but the most impressive are the cenotes that it houses: Cenote Carlota, with a canal surrounded by vegetation; and Cenote Azul, a cavern type with stalactites still forming, two wonders that you can visit in Yucatan. Do not miss the opportunity to visit these wonderful natural beauties that we have for you.

Discover the Celestun Nature Reserve on Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula during this full-day tour from Merida. Join a small group and head to the reserve that is home to a number of flamingoes. Take a boat ride through the mangrove canals to get a closer look at these colorful birds. After the reserve, head to a local beach to swim and soak up the sun.

Watch flamingos in Celestun Biosphere Reserve on a full-day, private tour that includes a boat journey through the mangrove forest. By combining round-trip transport from Merida with Celestun bird-watching, you’ll cut down on logistics and travel time. That means more of the day to explore the UNESCO-listed coastal ecosystem, spot native wildlife, and relax at the beautiful Celestun beach.

Experience the enchanting town of Izamal like never before during a private full-day tour. Embark on a thrilling adventure aboard an ATV as you explore the hidden gems of this magical place and discover Kinich Kakmo, Habuc, Itzamatul, and Tuul temples in a way that only a 4WD vehicle can offer. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the colonial precincts before indulging in a traditional Yucatecan meal at a local restaurant.

Live a truly endearing experience close to nature. We tell you what to do in this paradisiacal destination! Prepare for a full day tour Celestún located in Yucatán that every nature lover should visit. And inside is the Ría Celestún Biosphere Reserve. It is one of the ecological reserves richest in species, dunes, mangroves. However, one of its greatest attractions is the sighting of flamingos, Celestún is located in the state of Yucatán. It is a true eco-tourist paradise that protects a Natural Reserve with the same name. At the same time, within this place, there is Tambor, a place where you can enjoy watching flamingos. Guide will help you in any momment, they will get as close as they can to the flamingos, because they have to be careful and not make too much noise, you will have and can have the pictures of nature that you love in your hands Boat ride: 1 hour and a half to visit the bird rest area, watch flamingos, go through the mangrove tunnel and swim in a freshwater eye.