In short
- The entrance fee is approx. 120 MXN per person.
- Boats cost 3,026 MXN for up to 6 passengers.
- You can share a boat to split the total cost.
In this article
Visiting the Celestun Biosphere Reserve involves two separate costs. You will pay an individual protected area fee and a flat rate for the boat rental. Understanding this pricing helps you plan your cash requirements for the day.
What is the Celestun boat tour price?
Hiring a private boat costs 3,026 MXN.
This flat rate covers the entire vessel. Each boat holds a maximum of six passengers. The price remains the same whether you have one person or six people on board.
How do you buy tickets at the reserve?
You buy tickets at the Parador Turístico Celestún near the bridge.
This is the official visitor center and primary hub for tickets. You pay the entrance fee and the boat rental fee directly at the ticket booth.
Do guided tours include the boat fee?
Some day trips bundle the boat fee, while others require you to pay it on arrival.
Always check your tour details. For example, some day trips require each traveler to bring cash (around 500 MXN) to pay the boat operators directly at the dock.
What payment methods are accepted?
You must pay in Mexican Pesos (MXN) using cash.
Credit and debit cards are not accepted at the tourist dock. Bring enough cash to cover the 3,026 MXN boat fee and the 120 MXN entrance fee. You will also need cash for food or tipping guides.
How long is the boat rental valid for?
The standard boat tour lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours.
During this time, the captain navigates through the estuary. You will see the flamingo feeding grounds and the mangrove tunnels. The tour also stops at designated freshwater springs where you can swim.
Questions travellers ask
How many people fit in one boat?
A guided boat accommodates up to 6 passengers.
How much is the reserve entrance fee?
The official biosphere protected-area entrance fee is approximately 120 MXN per person.
Where do boat tours leave from?
You can hire a motorized lancha at the Parador Turístico by the bridge or directly from Celestún beach.
