Timeline
18:17
Grab a coffee at Cafe Nader to go. It is open until 23:30, so it is ready for an early start.
18:56
Reserva Ecológica Municipal Ombligo Verde
Walk to Reserva Ecológica Municipal Ombligo Verde. The walk takes 32 minutes from the anchor, but you are coming from Cafe Nader which is 9 minutes from Kabah. Locate the reserve entrance and find a spot facing west where the mangroves meet the sky.
19:32
Reserva Ecológica Municipal Ombligo Verde
Watch the sun dip below the horizon toward the WNW. The golden light begins at 19:00, but the actual sunset moment is the peak of the experience.
20:12
Parque Ecológico Ombligo Verde
Head to Parque Ecológico Ombligo Verde to stretch your legs as the light fades. It is a short walk from the reserve.
Local tip
The sun sets toward the WNW on July 15. Position yourself with the water and mangroves in front of you for the best view. Cafe Nader is open early enough to grab your drink before you head out.
Check before you go
- Cafe Nader is open Mo-Su 07:00-23:30.
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