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Coba Birdwatching Tour: Witness Over 360 Species in Authentic Mayan Surroundings from Tulum
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Tulum
Embark on a captivating birdwatching tour in Coba, Tulum, and witness over 360 species of birds in their authentic Mayan surroundings. Immerse yourself in the rich Mayan culture while supporting local eco-tourism initiatives. Book now!
Embark on a captivating birdwatching tour in Coba, Tulum, and witness over 360 species of birds in their authentic Mayan surroundings. Immerse yourself in the rich Mayan culture while supporting local eco-tourism initiatives. Book now!
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tulum - The tour begins on Avenida Tulum. Please inform us if you would like to include the pick-up service, or if you prefer to meet in front of the Mexico Kan Tours’ shop. If so, please ensure there is one available seat in your vehicle for the guide to accompany you to Coba.
- Coba - The tour commences with a brief introduction over coffee…
- Tulum - The tour begins on Avenida Tulum. Please inform us if you would like to include the pick-up service, or if you prefer to meet in front of the Mexico Kan Tours’ shop. If so, please ensure there is one available seat in your vehicle for the guide to accompany you to Coba.
- Coba - The tour commences with a brief introduction over coffee or tea, along with fruit and an energy bar. Following this, the birdwatching tour begins in the village of Coba and around the Coba lagoon.
- Zona Arqueologica de Coba - Enjoy birdwatching at the archaeological site of Coba.
- Coba - The tour concludes with a traditional Mexican brunch.
- Coba - When booking, you have the option to request an additional Cenote stop after the tour for an extra $30 per person.
What's Included
- Bottled water provided
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast included
- All fees and taxes covered
- Tea and coffee available
- Bottled water provided
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast included
- All fees and taxes covered
- Tea and coffee available
What's Not Included
- Gratuity
- Binoculars - please bring your own. In case you don´t have any, let us know so we lend you some.
- Extra pick up fees from Tulum hotels (+55 USD per person)
- Extra option : cenote visit (+30 USD per person)
- Extra pick up fees North of Tulum (ask for quote depending on your pick up zone)
- Gratuity
- Binoculars - please bring your own. In case you don´t have any, let us know so we lend you some.
- Extra pick up fees from Tulum hotels (+55 USD per person)
- Extra option : cenote visit (+30 USD per person)
- Extra pick up fees North of Tulum (ask for quote depending on your pick up zone)
Additional Information
Coba’s region could potentially accommodate more than 360 different bird species. This expedition provides us the chance to observe magnificent birds and immerse ourselves in the Mayan culture, all the while promoting local Eco-tourism efforts.
Take note that, if you are the sole participant for this tour, you would have to bear the cost of a private tour (245usd)
Coba’s region could potentially accommodate more than 360 different bird species. This expedition provides us the chance to observe magnificent birds and immerse ourselves in the Mayan culture, all the while promoting local Eco-tourism efforts.
Take note that, if you are the sole participant for this tour, you would have to bear the cost of a private tour (245usd)
Location
Tulum Tours - Mexico Kan Tours - Eco Tours Riviera Maya
Calle Centauro Sur
We will meet you in front of Mexico Kan Tours' Shop.
You have to consider 1 space in your car for the guide to join you to go to Coba Together.
If you want pick up from Tulum city/Tulum Hotel Zone, the extra is +55 USD per person.
If you want Pick Up outside of Tulum, please ask for a quote.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(36 Ratings)
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K9084gbmattb
Mar 11, 2025
Absolutely Incredible Tour! - Definitely some of the best birding of my life - I had high hopes and expectations for this tour, but it still exceeded them!
My guide, Claudio, was very friendly and accommodating to the specific species I wanted to see. He was also extremely knowledgeable and able to answer all of my questions.
I thoroughly enjoyed every stop we made - adding spectacular birds to our long list throughout the day, seeing beautiful sights, eating delicious food, learning about Mayan culture, and sharing stories.
All of the staff members that I interacted with were responsive, personable, and wonderful. If you are trying to decide whether to do one of these birdwatching tours, please do yourself a favor and book one right away! I’m confident that you will love it as much as I did!
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Traveler446479
Feb 10, 2025
Trip of a lifetime! - A trip of a lifetime! My husband and I took advantage of a private birding tour. Our guide, Miguel, not only helped us to increase our knowledge of Yucatán specialties, he was very knowledgeable about the cultural treasures of Coba and the overall natural environment, including geology, habitat, trends. We whole-heartedly recommend this tour!
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I3019qnamyl
Feb 3, 2025
Beautiful day of birding! - This was our second birding tour with Miguel. It was fabulous again. It was a slower birding day, but we still saw 41 species. Highlights were a group of Collared Aracari feasting on fruit in a tree, a northern Jacana with its giant toes, Ruddy Crakes, Purple Gallinule, Ocellated Turkeys, Black-headed Trogan, and Olive-throated parakeet. The Mayan ruins and explanation about the history were great. We did the Cenote add-on, and it was incredible. It was a beautiful cave-like Cenote with lots of steps down a spiral staircase, and a points where you could jump in, which was exhilarating. We learned so much and greatly enjoyed our day.
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Wavestalker
Jan 21, 2025
Amazing! Simply Amazing! - We did two days of birding tours during our stay in Tulum, one to Coba and one to Rio Lagartos. Our guide Claudio was absolutely awesome! He was incredibly knowledgeable and so diligent at finding the birds. We have had many birding guides in our travels, and Claudio is absolutely among the best.
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Robkd2014
Jan 9, 2025
Travel to Tulum in January - The birds were amazing. I saw so many for the first time. The most 'odd' looking one was the Plain Chachalaca. It looked like a mini turkey and clucked like a hen. Other first birds to see were; The Great Kiskadee, The tropical Mockingbird, A Yucatan Jay, A Mangrove Swallow, The Great Tailed Grackle, The Orange Oriole, and a Great Frigatebird. Some of the amazing animals I saw was the Coati. It looked like a cross between a raccoon, and a monkey. A big rodent called the Agouti, and many Iguana. Amazing trip to the Yucatan Peninsula.
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Katepsuk
Jan 8, 2025
Take this tour! - We were so lucky to go birding with Miguel. This was an exceptional trip. We saw many varieties of birds , our highlights were toucans, a kingfisher and a pigmy owl. We visited a Mayan village as well as the Coba ruins. Snacks and a great lunch were included.
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Mjr55551
Dec 28, 2024
Well ŵorth the experience - We took a private bird watching tour to the Coba ruins on 11 dec. It was well worth the adventure with Claudio hosting us. It was a turnkey experience from transportation, drinks/breakfast, supplying binoculars, along with numerous other historical / cultural nformation along besides the emphasis on nature. Claudio was quite adept at identifying birds and their habits and environment- we saw over 50 different species. We live in Texas and are avid birders. To note we idenitified multiple different species of warblers, orioles, jays, flycatchers, woodpeckers, and many others.
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Extratravelnow
Nov 21, 2024
It Doesn't Get Better for Bird Enthusiasts - Wow! We all had high expectations for this private tour and birding expedition to Coba and Miguel exceeded them all! Our group of six had a mix of bird enthusiasts and not-so-birdy nature lovers. Miguel and his team from Amar Aves kept all of them entertained and happy. 41 species were identified and 25 new lifers for my wife and I. Standout sightings were: ocellated turkey, limpkin, pygmy-owl, black-headed trogon, and northern prula. A day to remember in the life of a birder! Thanks, Miguel!
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282brianl
Nov 19, 2024
Fantastic Birding Experience w/Miguel - We are a group of 4 couples - ranging from beginner to pretty darn advanced Birders. We enjoyed an exceptional day -- seeing more than 35 species and nearly all were new lifers. My best birding day ever - Bravo!!
Most of our birding experience is in the Western USA - CA, OR, UT, and WA. Yucatan provides a wide range of new experiences; bird varieties, tropical forests, coastlines plus Mayan history and culture. I highly recommend spending a few weeks in this area.
Also want to make a specific call out to our guide Miguel. He certainly knows birds - but he knows people and guiding even better. He is a wonderful guide, well prepared for every step, totally engaged with our group and he made our day together so totally enjoyable. Thank you, thank you, Miguel!!
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Brendanf717
Aug 28, 2024
Perfect morning in Coba - One of the best days I've had in Mexico. Miguel is super knowledgeable, kind and fun. The pace of the birding was perfect and I learned a lot more than a trip to simply tick birds. I'll be booking again with Miguel on my next trip.
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