Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve, located on the north shore of the Yucatan
Peninsula, halfway between Merida and Cancun, Quintana Roo, and only one hour drive from
Chichen Itza (archaeological site). Within the reserve boundaries is an area covering
approximately 120,000 acres of protected land, comprised of mangrove forest, coastal dunes
vegetation, low deciduous forest, savannas and hummocks. Up to 350 bird species, 56
mammals, 95 reptiles and amphibians have been recorded.
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Diego Nuñez Martinez is a
Interpretation nature tour guide certified for the Rio Lagartos Biosphere.The reserve is
home to the world's largest flamingo nesting grounds. the Rio Lagartos area is certainly a
beautiful spot to visit and is rich with bird species of interest.
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are many enticements for visiting Rio Lagartos. Check them out:
1.- Guided boat tours to observe flamingoes and birds troughtout mangrove estuary.
2.-Guided boat tours exclusively birdwatching .
3.-Guided land tours to observe endemic birds.
4.-Sport fishing ( flyfishing , light tackle, spyning and family fishing).
5.-Guided tours to enterpretative nature paths.
6.-Boat transfers to island bech for picnics and camping.
7.- Guided night boat ride to observe cocodriles.
8.-Mangrove boat tours with Mayan bath(sulphoric clay to exfoliate the skin).
9.-Kayak tour troughtout estuary channels .
10.-Tour or rental of mountain bikes.
11.- Excellent fresh Mexican & Yucatecan seafood cuisine.
12.- Friendly & warm local people. |
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