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Coba Birdwatching: Discover Mayan Culture
5.0
40 Ratings
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 transportation, or if you prefer to meet in front of the Mexico Kan Tours’ shop and use your own vehicle. If so, please ensure there is a seat available for the guide to accompany you to Coba.
- Coba - The tour starts with a brief introduction over coffee or…
- Tulum - The tour begins on Avenida Tulum. Please inform us if you would like to include transportation, or if you prefer to meet in front of the Mexico Kan Tours’ shop and use your own vehicle. If so, please ensure there is a seat available for the guide to accompany you to Coba.
- Coba - The tour starts with a brief introduction over coffee or tea, along with fruit and an energy bar. Following this, the birdwatching tour commences 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 delightful local Mexican brunch.
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 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 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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Jasonk781
Jan 4, 2026
Stunning variety of endemic and migratory species - Mind blowing trip for a 3rd-year birdwatcher around the lake and ruins at Coba. Picked up nearly 50 lifers of stunning variety in a single morning. Miguel delivered on every species he promised, detailed each bird's behavior and field marks, pinpointed stationary sightings with his scope for beautiful close-ups, and brought the history and ecology of the region to life with eloquence. Hope I can return for another outing!
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Sharmichel
Dec 2, 2025
Phenomenal Birding Tour/Guide - I can't recommend this tour enough. Not only for the spectacular birding - the motmots, trogons, jays, bentbills, and more! - but also for our guide, Miguel. Miguel was one of the best guides I've ever had, in Yucatan or elsewhere. Incredibly knowledgable, willing to help with any level of birder, and someone who clearly cares about biodiversity in the region. It's not every trip that you end up with your tour guide as a friend!
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T6660byemilym
May 6, 2025
Amazing for first time and experienced birders alike - Miguel was such an amazing guide. I am not a birder but went with a friend who is, so the experience was very new to me. We saw about 50 species, including the Keel-billed Toucan (which was my highlight), Yucatan Woodpecker, Lineated Woodpecker and Roadside Hawk. Miguel created a wonderful experience and I enjoyed learning about the history of the area, as well. Definitely recommend.
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G8259mvrs
Mar 24, 2025
Best Birding trip ever with two amazing Birding guides! - I had the most amazing time with Miguel and Luciano from Amar Aves Birding tour. They are both so knowledgeable about birds and Birding in this area. I loved 💕 listening to the history of the area, having a fine lunch, getting great new lifers, and just having such an amazing time with genuine human beings, laughing in camaraderie of loving birds and being in nature! I will return next year again with both of these great guides!!
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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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