Top Merida Day Cruises

Get acquainted with Yucatecan specialties on this small-group street food tour of Merida. Walk with a local guide to Merida’s main market, a gelato shop, and more. Taste fresh fruit and sample plenty of local dishes, including empanadas, ‘cochinita pibil’ (slow-roasted pork) and ‘panuchos’ (tortillas stuffed with refried black beans). Lunch is seafood (Monday through Saturday) and tacos with marquesitas most Sundays and holidays.

Experience Chichén Itzá and the Yucatán’s cultural highlights without the crowds, logistical planning, or midday heat that can affect independent visits. An early start allows for a quieter exploration of the UNESCO-listed archaeological site and better opportunities for photos. Afterward, unwind at a private family-owned cenote, enjoy homemade Yucatecan cuisine, and stroll the historic streets of Izamal, with all transportation and planning handled for you.

Enjoy the Yucatan's top sights in one day on this small-group tour from Merida. Wake up early to visit one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, Chichen Itza, before the crowds arrive. Learn about the history, customs, and culture of the ancient Maya, then head to a local cenote for a swim. End your day at Las Coloradas pink lagoon, home to flamingos.

Immerse yourself in Mayan culture without getting bogged down planning travel logistics on a full-day tour from Merida. Enjoy a tour of UNESCO-listed Chichen Itza in the early morning, before the crowds arrive and the heat peaks, then tuck into a delicious Mexican buffet lunch. End your day with a swim in a cenote to cool off. Entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Merida are included for a seamless day out.

The Yucatan might be most famous for its Maya ruins, but it’s also home to a wealth of natural wonders—if you know where to look. This day trip from Merida whisks you to the remote Las Coloradas, a vivid pink lagoon made for the photos, and the mangroves of Rio Lagartos, where your guide will help you spot flamingos and crocodiles.

Discover the natural beauty of Celestún Biosphere Reserve on a boat trip through mangroves and coastal waterways, with the chance to spot pink flamingos and other wildlife in their natural habitat. After exploring the reserve, enjoy an included meal at a beachfront restaurant and three hours of free time to swim, walk along the shore, or relax by the sea. Whether you prefer a shared excursion or a private experience for your group, this tour offers a wonderful way to enjoy Celestún’s wildlife and laid-back coastal atmosphere, just a trip away from Mérida.