Pantanos de Centla Biosphere Reserve
Reserva de la Biosfera Pantanos de Centla
A vast wetland where the Grijalva and Usumacinta rivers meet the sea, one of the largest in Central America, with boat trips for birdwatching and crocodile spotting.
The Pantanos de Centla covers about 300,000 hectares and is one of the largest wetland reserves in North America. It is listed under the Ramsar Convention. Rivers branch out in every direction here, and mangroves and water-lily lagoons are everywhere. The reserve is home to hundreds of bird species, crocodiles, manatees and howler monkeys. Most visitors head for the visitor centre and observation tower near Frontera, join a boat trip run by local communities, or stay overnight at an eco-camp. It is about 70 kilometres from Villahermosa, roughly 1.5 hours' drive. We recommend hiring a car or joining a local tour, and bringing sunscreen and insect repellent.
Opening hours
Visitor center approx. 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Yumká
- Parque-Museo La Venta
- Catedral del Señor de Tabasco
- Museo Regional de Antropología Carlos Pellicer Cámara
- Parque Tomás Garrido Canabal & Laguna de las Ilusiones
- Comalcalco
- Hacienda Cacaotera La Luz
- Grutas de Coconá