Holbox Trip Overview
Swim with whale sharks, the world’s largest fish, and see other amazing sea creatures such as sea turtles, manta rays, and dolphins in the waters where the Caribbean meets the Gulf of Mexico. Despite its name, the 45-foot-long (14-meter-long) whale shark is an animal that allows for an up-close experience with your expert bilingual guide. After a light breakfast, head out from Isla Holbox to swim with the whale sharks, then back to the mainland to snorkel and enjoy fresh ceviche made with the day’s catch. Snorkel gear is included along with a light breakfast, lunch, beverages, and ceviche.
Additional Info
Duration: 7 hours
Starts: Holbox, Mexico
Trip Category: Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours >> Dolphin & Whale Watching
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What to Expect When Visiting Holbox, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Swim with whale sharks, the world’s largest fish, and see other amazing sea creatures such as sea turtles, manta rays, and dolphins in the waters where the Caribbean meets the Gulf of Mexico. Despite its name, the 45-foot-long (14-meter-long) whale shark is an animal that allows for an up-close experience with your expert bilingual guide. After a light breakfast, head out from Isla Holbox to swim with the whale sharks, then back to the mainland to snorkel and enjoy fresh ceviche made with the day’s catch. Snorkel gear is included along with a light breakfast, lunch, beverages, and ceviche.
Itinerary
Meet your guide and group at Luuma (Holbox) at 7am. Receive a short briefing and all the necessary equipment and enjoy a light breakfast before you head off to the pier and board the boat. Head out into the Gulf of Mexico on a 1 to 2-hour ride to find the whale sharks. On the way, might watch giant manta rays, dolphins, and sea turtles.
Once you reach the whale shark area, enter the water two at a time with your guide to get to see these extraordinary giants. The whale shark is the biggest fish in the world at 45 feet long (14 meters). Your guide will show you how to observe and even swim with these wonderful creatures while respecting their habitat.
On the way back, stop near Cabo Catoche, the northernmost point of the Yucatan Peninsula where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico. Snorkel the “cuevones” reef and look for sea turtles, nurse sharks, lobsters, squids, octopi, and other reef fish.
Finally, head back to Boca Santa Paula, where you can stretch our legs, have a pleasant swim, and enjoy the delicious ceviche.
A 45-minute journey brings you back to Isla Holbox.
Stop At:
• Yum Balam Reserve, Holbox Island Mexico
• Punta Mosquito, Holbox Island Mexico
