At the heart of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve lies our cooperative, Community Tours Sian Ka’an, a 100% Maya-owned and operated initiative. For over two decades, our mission has been clear: to protect our natural and cultural heritage while offering visitors an authentic and regenerative travel experience.
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A Message from the CEO of CTSK: “We are proud to share a milestone that belongs not just to us, but to every member of our community: we have been officially selected as a winner in the prestigious Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards 2025. This recognition reflects our dedication to sustainability, community engagement, and providing transformative experiences. It’s a celebration of our Maya heritage, our guides, our cooks, and every family that supports our mission.” Román Caamal Coh |
Why This Recognition Matters
This award is a reflection of years of dedication to offering transformative experiences while preserving the Sian Ka’an Biosphere. It recognizes the hard work of our entire Maya community — guides, boat captains, cooks, and families — who make every tour a meaningful encounter with nature and culture.
Our recognition highlights:
- We are a 100% Maya cooperative, with all guides, boat captains, and cooks coming from the local community.
- All meals are traditional Maya cuisine, prepared on-site with local ingredients.
- Our tours are designed and led entirely by indigenous guides, sharing knowledge of Maya culture, local flora and fauna.
- Every visitor’s contribution supports over 30 Maya families and funds conservation projects within Sian Ka’an.
Part of a Larger Sustainability Journey
This recognition is tied to our broader sustainability efforts. We have achieved the Good Travel Seal / Sello RMS Level 2 (Silver Medal), validating our responsible tourism practices. Sian Ka’an, with Community Tours as an active representative, is also competing to be featured in the Green Destinations Top 100 Stories 2025, highlighting the most inspiring sustainability initiatives globally.
These milestones are not marketing badges. They are proof of our continuous improvement strategy and commitment to regenerative tourism — tourism that restores ecosystems and strengthens communities.
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From the entire Community Tours Sian Ka’an family: Thank you for walking this path with us. 💚 We invite you to continue supporting sustainable tourism and share your experience with fellow travelers.
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