Papaloapan River boat tour with visit to Tlacotalpan and Alvarado

Veracruz, Mexico
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Overview
Duration
9h
Languages
English, Spanish
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

Get ready to take a boat tour along the Papaloapan, the "river of the butterflies", the second most important watershed in Mexico. The tour will start in Tlacotalpan and end in Alvarado's Port. You will have the opportunity to admire wonderful coastal landscapes, with their characteristic fauna and mangrove formations.Tlacotalpan, also known as "The Pearl of the Papaloapan", is a town with well-preserved architecture and traditions. Declared a World Heritage by UNESCO, Tlacotalpan at the time of its marine boom came to receive large sailboats and schooners from Europe. You will visit the Nezahuelcoyolt Theatre or windward colossus, and the Agustín Lara house-museum.Next, the tour continues to Alvarado, a city of commerce, where the purchase and sale of sea products are the most common and where its beautiful river carpentry works are recognized throughout Veracruz and the republic.

What to remember

Important info

  • At least 4 people are required for this activity to take place
  • The use of a face mask is mandatory
  • Pick-up available from most downtown hotels in Veracruz or Boca del Río
  • Bring your identity document
  • This tour will depend on the weather conditions
  • Comfortable clothes and shoes recommended
  • You should bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and carry extra cash
included
What's included
included-item
Hotel pick-up and drop-off. Transportation. Bilingual guide (Spanish, English). A visit to the town of Tlacotalpan. A visit to the House-Museum of Agustín Lara. A visit to the Nezahualcóyotl theater. Boat ride to the Port of Alvarado. Alvarado's Downtown. Tickets to the attractions
excluded
What's not included
excluded-items
Food and drinks. Hotel pick-up/drop-off beyond specified area
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Know Before You Go
Highlights

Discover Papaloapan, the river of the butterflies. Admire wonderful coastal landscapes in Veracruz. Visit Tlacotalpan, "The Pearl of the Papaloapan", declared a World Heritage by UNESCO. Explore Alvarado city

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Amphibian Operadora Turistica
Meeting Point

Pick-up from your hotel in Veracruz or Boca de Río. You will indicate your pickup location at checkout