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Whale Shark Group Adventure from Isla Holbox

Isla Holbox, Mexicoby Holbox Whale Shark Tours

  • 7 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 10 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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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.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Our famous ceviche
  • In case you do not eat the included food, you can take fruits from the breakfast table to the tour
  • Bilingual guide
  • Government Fees
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Light breakfast : coffee, tea, fruits, yogurt and sweet buns
  • Boat with GPS
  • Soft drinks
  • Guacamole and mango for those who do not eat fish
  • Gratuities
  • Do not include taxi to meeting point

Itinerary

Meet your guide and group at our VIP HOLBOX OFFICE, located one block from the main ferry pier. 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.

Meeting and pickup

OUR OFFICE IS A YELLOW MAYAN HOUSE AND A LARGE GARDEN

End point

OUR OFFICE IS A YELLOW MAYAN HOUSE AND A LARGE GARDEN

Good to know

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children under 6 are not allowed
  • Note: Whale shark season is from mid-May to mid-September, but whale sharks might come later to the area
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  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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