3 hours bird-watching tour in Muyil Archeological Site, Sian Ka'an, Quintana Roo
Learn about the remarkable landscapes, birds, animals and people of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve with this excellent guided tour.

With high levels of endemic bird species in the Yucatan, large numbers of species sighted in Sian Ka'an and predicable migration cycles along the Caribbean coast, Sian Ka'an is an the ideal place for bird watching.

This specialized trips focus on birds in the area and the guides are trained in natural history to ensure an informative and enjoyable birding tour. Over 350 avian species have been sighted in the Reserve, including many species which cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

You can see the canivet's emerald hummingbird, Yucatan vireo, common Tody Flycatcher, Rufous Necked wood rail and brown Booby. Numerous migratory species can also be found here during the winter.

In addition to bird watching, guides can introduce visitors to common medicinal and edible plants, along with their Mayan names. Trained by Rare, the guides are good sources of information about the ecosystem and conservation issues of Sian Ka'an.

You can take morning or evening walks around the Muyil Archeological Site. Muyil is the best birding option in Sian Ka'an because it provides easier access to birdwatchers.

What to bring: Sun protection (Sunblock, sunglasses, hat), camera, binoculars (optional)