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Celestún Town and Beach

Celestún is a laid-back fishing village on the Gulf of Mexico. It offers miles of sandy coastline and authentic Yucatecan seafood.

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After exploring the estuary, the town of Celestún provides a quiet place to relax. The village sits right on the coast, combining a wide beach with local dining options.

You will also find the official Parador Turístico here. This visitor center acts as the main hub for booking boats and starting your reserve tour.

A massive flock of flamingos congregating in shallow blue water under a cloudy sky.
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Parador Turístico Celestún

15-30 minutesPrimary ticket hub

This is the official visitor center near the bridge entrance. It functions as the primary hub for tickets, boat departures, and restrooms. Hiring a private boat here costs 3,026 MXN for up to 6 passengers.

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Celestún Beach

2-3 hoursGulf of Mexico

This wide stretch of sandy beach sits along the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The water here is not as calm as the Caribbean side. However, the shore is excellent for long walks, collecting seashells, and resting away from crowds.

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Local Seafood Palapas

1-1.5 hoursOpen-air dining

These beachfront, open-air restaurants serve the fresh daily catch right in town. They offer a convenient place to eat after your boat tour. Try local specialties like ceviche and blue crab while watching the sunset over the water.

Book a Beach and Flamingo Tour

Three bright pink flamingos standing and wading in shallow water with a shoreline.
Celestún Biosphere Tour: Flamingos & Beach Day from Mérida7 h 30 min 4.8 (150)from $66
flamingos and beach dayfrom $66 on Viator
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