Sian Kaan Muyil Floating Canals
Tulum, Mexico
Sian Kaan Muyil Floating Canals
Recommended by 92% of travelers
Tulum, Mexico
- 3 to 5 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Escape the crowds of Tulum and access a quieter side of the region that’s difficult to experience independently. This tour combines light exploration with a serene lagoon journey, letting you discover Sian Ka’an’s unique ecosystem without complex planning. Drift through mangrove-lined canals and enjoy close encounters with nature in a მშვიდ, immersive setting.
- Float in the canals and lagoons of Sian Ka'an in Tulum
- Enjoy a relaxing boat ride few visitors experience
- See the amazing biodiversity of native flora and fauna
- Stop by Muyil, an archaeological site important in Mayan trade routes
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
Itinerary
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.7
based on 49 reviews
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brian_o, May 2026
This tour was the highlight of our trip. Would definitely recommend making the time doing it. Very informative host
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for all your kind words , it was a pleasure to spend time with you . Blessings and safe travels
Thea_K, Mar 2026
Nice experience and I would recommend combining the canal swim with another tour. Our guide was great
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your comments, We will work on that . Safe travels
Janie_G, Feb 2026
We went with Manuel to float through the biosphere. It was absolutely beautiful and very peaceful. A one off experience
Manuel was very informative and keen to tell us all about the Mayan history in the area.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your nice Words and happy to read that you have a great time with manuel . Safe travels and manuel send his love 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Kyla_R, Jan 2026
This tour advertises visiting ruins, but it does not go there. The Sian canals are beautiful and definitely worth a visit but go with a tour takes you to everything you pay for. This was a very quick tour and it was the most expensive one we took while in Tulum, it was hard to understand why it was so expensive. There were also no snacks provided as it said, but the tour guide stopped at a taco shop on the way back and had us pay for his food and our own.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Unfortunately on New Year’s Day many places are close including the archeological sites, we try to provide with the best service , as the guide food he never ask you to pay for his food , you offer to pay him , lesson lear , no more bookings on holidays . Thank you for open our eyes.
We hope that you enjoy your full refund
Liz_G, Dec 2025
It was a very beautiful, peaceful experience. I believe you need to update your website because we were also suppose to see some Mayan ruins but is now closed? Overall Edwardo and our captain were extremely helpful and nice men.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thasnk you so much , We will ake in consideration your opinion
Susan_B, Dec 2025
Manuel was a great guide. He was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. The trip itself was amazing., A beautiful boat ride across the preserve and a wonderful float through the mangroves. So relaxing.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your nice words, it was a pleasure to serve you, safe travels
Triana_N, Dec 2025
An absolutely unforgettable experience. Floating through the crystal-clear channels surrounded by lush jungle and the sounds of nature was surreal—effortless, serene, and deeply relaxing. The water is unbelievably clear and cool, and the gentle current carries you along so you can truly be present and take it all in.
Our guide was exceptional: knowledgeable, attentive, and clearly passionate about protecting this special place. Easily a highlight of our trip and something I would recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hanna you so much for your Words it mean a lot to us
Audrey_B, Nov 2025
This is one of the best tours I have ever been on! Such an amazing cook, unique experience exploring the Sian Kaan! It is beautiful and so relaxing! Think natural lazy river with warm fresh water!
Manual was the best guide and even recommend some amazing restaurants for us to go to after! On our next visit back we will 100% do this tour again!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your Words , We hope to serve you in the future and Manuel is happy to hear from you and knowing that you have a great time
Dennis_M, Oct 2025
It was beautiful, peaceful and very unique! The perfect afternoon away from the crowds. We are so happy we selected this particular tour! Manuel was full of knowledge but also quite entertaining. We would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for something different!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your Words, Manuel is happy and honor to read your review, blessings where ever you go
Davina_L, Sep 2025
This was a very unique and special experience. I feel privileged to have visited. Our guide" Manuel" went out of His way to accomidate our pick up. He communicated with us promptly and answered our questions. His passion for Mayan history, nature and the area was evident.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your review, have a great day
Kathryn_O, Jun 2025
By far one of the best excursions in Tulum. Guide was incredible with knowledge. My teens loved it! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We appreciated your words, thank you so much
Rachel_S, Feb 2025
This experience far surpassed our expectations. Our guide, Manuel, was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and great to work with. The area we visited was beautiful and the float was a ton of fun.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Hank you so much for your kind words , it means a lot to me and my family , blessings to all of the you ! Love you all
Michele_M, Dec 2024
Best day!! Manuel and his boat staff were awesome guides! Learned so much, beautiful experience. Will be booking another your son with him.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Hank you a much for your kind words , merry Christmas and happy new year in the name of my family and me
Marcy_H, Jul 2024
Warning to all who book for Sian Kaan - there are multiple sites that sound almost exactly the same and we inadvertently booked for this one and another one. There was no follow up from this operator for two weeks and we thought we were going with the other one. Needless to say, we went with the other one and got charged the FULL price for this one (and the operator was quite detailed to make sure that the we were not at the hotel for him to pick us up). Our bad yes, but follow through on their part or at LEAST a discount for SIX people that they didn't have to do an afternoon for would have helped.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Sorry for your discomfort , but you are blaming us for your mistake ?
Vytorus_W, Feb 2020
We had a wonderful tour of the ruins and then floated down a beautiful canal. Our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable.
Excursion09907955724, Jan 2019
We had an amazing tour with Oscar. He was so knowledgable about the ruins and clearly loved the outdoors and nature in Mexico, and was excited to share his knowledge with us. He picked us up and offered us a beverage on the short ride to the ruins, then toured us through the beautiful ruins of Sian Kaan. After the ruins, it was another quick yet bumpy ride out to the lagoon. The ride across the lagoon was magical and beautiful, and we saw so many different kinds of birds -- osprey, herons, egrets, vultures. Floating down the canals was the coolest experience. It was amazing to be going down the same path the ancient Mayans took, and it was so beautiful to be surrounded by the mangroves. We would definitely recommend!
Amanda_C, Jun 2018
This was such an awesome trip! One of my highlights from our trip. Our guide picked us up at our hotels and tooks us off to the jungle to explore some ruins, then we headed to the canals. The water was really warm and the current really moved you along. The captain of our boat was a real expert and gave us a little thrill by expertly speeding through the narrow canals, overall it was a ton of fun!
Nicole L, Sep 2017
One of the best tours I have been on. Mostly in part to our guide Victoria! She was very knowledgeable and a blast to be on the tour with! I would highly recommend this tour. I know that when I return I will be requesting Victoria for my next tour as there are so many others. She went out of her way to retrieve my sunglasses after I dropped them in the river after jumping in. Note: hold your glasses when you jump in so you don't lose them off your face. The river float was amazing. If there is anything to complain about it's that it was too short! I could have floated much longer it was so peaceful. Thank you Victoria!!
Heidi N, Oct 2016
You HAVE to do this trip!!!!!! And be prepared to want to do more trips with these guys if you do. We were so impressed with the professionalism and passion of their guides and how personable they are. You will laugh, learn and experience the grandeur of the natural world while quietly strolling through the jungle and comfortably floating in the tranquil waters of the biosphere.
Don't book a trip with anyone else...it is so worth having a private guide all to yourself.
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