--- title: Half-Day Tour Discovering Sian Ka´an with Lunch lang: en type: tour city: Tulum country: Mexico price: 185 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 270 duration_minutes: 360 languages: [en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Boat and lunch in 6h rank_in_category: 11 of 13 (Sian Ka'an Biosphere Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-09 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/tulum/tours/half-day-tour-discovering-sian-ka-an-with-lunch/ --- # Half-Day Tour Discovering Sian Ka´an with Lunch **Guidekin's take:** Explore the saltwater lagoons, coral reef and mangrove forests of Sian Ka’an by boat. Snorkel gear, lunch, snacks and Tulum hotel transfers are included; moderate fitness is required, and children must be at least five and accompanied by an adult. 4.91 from 270 reviews at €185 per person for 6h. In our comparison: #11 of 13 in Sian Ka'an Biosphere Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This is a great option to visit the Sian Ka’an Biosphere, enjoying the unique landscapes of the wetlands in the quieter part of the lagoons that are less frequented by the groups of tourists heading down to Punta Allen. An intimate visit to the saltwater lagoons, coral reef and mangrove forests of the Biosphere. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 07:00: one departure a day - Food included: Lunch, Fruits, water and snacks - Age rule: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum… **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €185 per person - Duration: 6h - Rating: 4.91/5 from 270 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Mexico Kan Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Italian, French, Spanish - Start times: 07:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09 ## Reviews 4.91 from 270 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 264 of 270. - 5 stars: 256 (95%) - 4 stars: 8 (3%) - 3 stars: 3 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (1%) ## What's included - Local guide - Boat with snorkeling equipment and life vest (mandatory) - Lunch - Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tulum (revise confirmation email for pick up time) - Fruits, water and snacks ## Not included - Gratuity - Extra Transportation Fees (North of Tulum) - +$10USD per person extra for pick-ups between Conrad Tulum by Hilton and Puerto Aventuras. - +$20USD per person extra for pick-ups between Puerto Aventuras and Paradisus Playa del Carmen. - +$30USD per person extra for pick-ups between Sandos Caracol PDC and Iberostar Gran Paraíso. - +$40USD per person extra for pick-ups between Playa Maroma (Vidanta) and Cancun Airport Area. - +$45USD per person extra for pick-ups between Cancun Airport Area and Cancun Downtown. ## Itinerary 1. **Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve** (1h; admission included) - Sian Ka’an is a tropical wetland paradise – on this tour we visit a thin strip of land bordered by empty stretches of beach, lagoons and lush vegetation on a boat ride that takes us across diverging coastal ecosystems, through mangrove forest and weather permitting, out to... 2. **8km inside the biosphere, where we board a small boat to visit Boca Paila – a...** (2h) - 8km inside the biosphere, where we board a small boat to visit Boca Paila – a vital point of convergence for many animals, where we have the chance to spot the resident birdlife, crocodiles & even the rare manatee. Weather permitting, we then head out a short distance on open... 3. **Sian Ka'an** (1h) - Bask in the tranquility of coconut groves, take a refreshing dip in the inviting sea, and savor the moments of relaxation before our return voyage. This exceptional escapade offers an opportunity to relish the Sian Ka'an Biosphere's wonders, all within the serene ambiance of... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Next to La Querida Restaurant on the main avenue of Tulum. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Only if necessary: Biodegradable Sun Screen & Biodegradable Mosquito Repellent. - Comfortable Shoes; Extra T-Shirt; Camera; Towel; Hat. - Cash (Most of the local vendors only accept cash). - Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age is 5 years old. - Snorkeling is subject to weather conditions. - If you display any of the following symptoms (fever, dry cough, tiredness, headaches, aches and pains), please refrain from joining the tour, contact us as soon as possible and look for medical assistance - Forbidden for pregnant travelers ## Compared with other Sian Ka'an Biosphere Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 13** | €185 | 6h | 4.91 (270) | shared | | [Sian Ka'an & Birdwatching Tours By Eddy](/mexico/tulum/tours/sian-ka-an-birdwatching-tours-by-eddy/?format=md) | €86 | 3h | 5.0 (140) | shared | | [Birdwatching in Sian Ka´an Muyil from Tulum - Shared Group Tour](/mexico/tulum/tours/birdwatching-in-sian-ka-an-muyil-from-tulum-shared-group-tour/?format=md) | €108 | 5h | 5.0 (125) | shared | | [Kayak Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve Sunset Tour](/mexico/tulum/tours/kayak-sian-ka-an-biosphere-reserve-sunset-tour/?format=md) | €109 | 3h | 4.96 (316) | shared | Ranked #11 of 13 in Sian Ka'an Biosphere Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €86 to €562, median €185; typical length 6h. 4 of 13 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/mexico/tulum/sian-kaan-tours/?format=md ## More in Tulum - All Tulum tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/tulum/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/mexico/tulum/tours/half-day-tour-discovering-sian-ka-an-with-lunch/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/mexico/tulum/?format=md