Coba Tour: Admire Majestic Birds and Dive in a Cenote (Small-Group / 6h)

Overview

In the Coba Tour, stroll around the lake searching for amazing water birds, including the Spotted Rail and Least Grebe. Then, delve into the lush jungle to spot an array of colorful birds, from Ocellated Turkey to Yucatan Parrot. With the chance to identify up to 80 bird species, this place is the spot #1 for eBird. Be in nature on a trip like no other!

Highlights

Itinerary

Start the Coba Tour by meeting your guide and heading to Coba. Once there, begin with a walk around the lake nearby to search for water birds such as Spotted Rail, Least Grebe, Ruddy Crake, Limpkin, Snail Kite, and Purple Gallinule, among others. Also, see other birds around such as Gray-crowned Yellowthroat, Blue-gray, and Yellow-winged Tanagers, Orange, Hooded, and other species of Orioles, Yellow-faced Grassquit, Morelet´s Seedeater, and many more!

Later, visit the Coba ruins and be one of the first people to get in to start birding in the primary jungle, and search for birds such as Ocellated Turkey, Lesson´s and Turquoise-browed Motmot, Black-headed, Gartered, and Collared Trogons, Masked and Black-crowned Tityras, Yucatan, Green and Brown Jays, Yucatan Parrot… And the list goes on. On this tour, it is possible to identify from 40 to 80 species of birds, depending on the time of the year.

Moreover, enjoy a delicious meal to replenish your energy before heading back to your accommodation.

Finally, there is also an optional visit to a nearby cenote on this tour to cool off and end a morning of birding.

PROGRAM

• 6:00 a.m. Pick-up at your accommodation (earlier if farther from Tulum).
• 7:00 a.m. Birding in a Mayan community around the lake of Cobá.
• 9:00 a.m. Birding in the archaeological site of Coba.
• 11:45 a.m. Brunch.
• 12:30 p.m. End of the excursion/option to visit a cenote nearby.

How is this tour different?

Authentic

  ?How this tour provides an actual image of the destination, life, and practices of the host community.

We do our best to make our trips educative and fulfilling, in which travelers can interact with local populations, learn about their traditions, and culture, and connect with their core values.

A tour with impact

  ?How this tour positively affects the destination and local communities on economic, socio-cultural, and environmental dimensions.

We support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our tours are aligned with SDG 8 and 12, focusing on empowering local communities and promoting sustainable consumption and production practices. We take tourists to underdeveloped regions, creating opportunities for economic growth while respecting local traditions and educating communities on sustainable approaches.

Other

  ?Other advantages this tour offers to travelers.

• This is an excellent excursion for the enthusiastic bird watcher who is also interested in the nature, culture, and history of the area.
• Great for those who love to hike in the deep jungle and have the chance to spot uncommon birds and possibly other wildlife
• If you are passionate about birds, but also want to experience the local Mayan culture, this is the tour for you!
• For those interested in giving bird watching a try to enjoy the amazing world of birds and the incredible places they can take us to.

Prices

• This tour is private: only your group will participate.
• The price per person is variable and depends on the size of your group (please choose the number of participants in the booking calendar ➡️ to see the final price).

Inclusions

Included ✅

Local Expert Guides

English/Spanish bilingual guide service

Transportation

Hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Meals

Light breakfast (coffee, energy bar, and fruit); brunch, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks.

Activities

         

Excluded ❌

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included: find the one exactly for you.

Personal expenses

Flights

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Insurance

Travel insurance is not included: find insurance tailored for you.

Tips

Details

Cancellations

This and most of our 1-day tours can be canceled up to 48 hours before the departure (see cancellation policy for more info).

Frequently asked questions:

How do I book?

To reserve the tour, select a date and complete the booking form. Afterward, you will receive a confirmation email.

How can I contact the tour organizer?

The tour organizer's contact phone number and email can be found in the confirmation email. If you have any other questions you can also contact us.

Cancellations & Modifications

You can review the full terms and conditions of each tour organizer before completing your booking. To cancel or modify your booking, contact the organizer directly using the email or phone number provided in your booking confirmation. Cancellations and modifications are subject to availability and approval by the organizer, based on their terms and conditions, which will be provided during the booking process.

Unless explicitly stated (when "Tour Organizer" is listed as Vibe Adventures), the tour and activity providers ("Tour Organizers" – see the tour widget for more details about each organizer) are independent third parties and not agents or affiliates of Vibe Adventures. Therefore, Vibe Adventures is not liable for any injuries, illness, accidents, delays, negligence, fraud, weather conditions, or expenses related to the Tour Organizers, their tours, or their affiliates. If the tour does not include insurance, travellers are responsible for obtaining travel insurance, as well as having valid passports, visas, and necessary vaccinations.

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