Top Isla Holbox Sightseeing Tours

Marvel at the glistening water flowing from your paddle and around your boat on this overnight kayaking adventure. It's bioluminescence, a natural phenomenon caused by tiny creatures in the water. With a group of no more than 14 people and a guide to lead the way, you'll paddle under the stars in dark waters where you can swim and interact with bioluminescence.

Discover the surroundings of Holbox Island on a magical and relaxed boat tour. Visit Isla Pajaros, Isla Pasión and immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters of the cenote. Without a doubt, an experience that you cannot miss.

Kayak under the starry night in the waters of Holbox, observe the milky way and its constellations, walk on the sandbanks and swim with the BIOLUMINESCIA (plankton) in one of the most beautiful beaches of Holbox (Punta Mosquito)

Snorkel alongside docile whale sharks during this eco-adventure on Isla Holbox. With your local guides, board a boat and set off in search of these gentle giants, keeping a lookout for other species like giant manta rays and sea turtles as you cruise. Slip into the water in pairs with a knowledgeable guide and swim with the world's largest fish, which can grow up to 45 feet (14 meters) long. On the way back to shore, stop near Cabo Catoche to snorkel the 'cuevones' reef. Continue to Santa Paula to go swimming and enjoy freshly caught ceviche before returning to Holbox. Use of all equipment, breakfast and snacks are included.

Kayak activity through the mangroves of Holbox, a place that houses different types of endemic and migratory birds in which they stand out; American flamingo, osprey, chocolatiers, herons and plovers. It also houses other species such as crocodiles, boas, insects, crustaceans, fish, microorganisms, etc. You will be one of the few people who visit this magical place since kayaking is the only way to enjoy this ecosystem so important to Holbox and the planet.

Swim tantalizingly close to whale sharks, the largest fish in the world, on this 6-hour boat tour from Holbox island. After a safety briefing, cruise out to waters where whale sharks glide along and feed, and then hop in. A certified guide is with you as you admire the gracefulness of the gentle giants underwater. Follow this with excellent snorkeling at Cabo Catoche. Expect personalized attention on this small-group tour limited to just eight adventure seekers. Lunch and hotel transport included.

Take a boat tour to Passion Island, Isla Pajaros and Yalahau Spring from Isla Holbox. On this guided excursion, view over 35 species of nesting birds on Isla Pajaros (Bird Island), including frigates and pelicans. Hear about the birds' migration patterns and breeding breeding behaviors from your bird-loving local guide. Continue to Passion Island to see the resident flamingos, then swim in the cenote (freshwater sinkhole) at Yalahau. Round-trip transportation from Isla Holbox hotels is included.

Every summer hundreds of whale sharks visit us in search of warm and deep waters, ideal conditions for the reproduction of plankton that is their main source of food, sometimes hundreds of specimens can be seen feeding completely in their natural habitat. These animals are migratory and do not travel alone, they are accompanied by manta rays and hawksbill turtles that feed on the same microorganisms and nutrients that abound in the waters of the Caribbean Sea. Our experience is done always respecting each specimen and the space where it feeds, being in its natural habitat, the activity depends on how many specimens are feeding and the weather conditions to achieve a successful experience, every day is different, so you will have to bring out your adventurous spirit to adapt to the conditions that mother nature gives us. Without a doubt, an experience that you cannot miss on your visit to the beautiful Island of Holbox.

Kayak through the mangrove swamps of Isla Holbox during this morning tour. Under the watchful eye of your professional kayaking guide, slip into your double kayak and paddle off through the shallow, calm water. Paddle through the forest, alive with the sounds of coastal wading birds. Listen to commentary from your guide as you keep an eye out for flamingos and alligators sunning themselves on the banks of the channels. Round-trip transportation from Isla Holbox and bottled water are included.

Tour the waters of Holbox and the beauties that surround it. visit Isla Pasión, Punta Mosquito and the Yalahau spring from Isla Holbox on this guided excursion. Isla Pasión to see the resident flamingos, then enjoy a swim in the cenote (a freshwater sinkhole) in Yalahau. Finally, get to know the sandbanks and the crystal clear beaches in Punta Mosquito Includes round-trip transfers from Holbox Island hotels.

Explanation about the celestial vault, including the different constellations of the zodiac that may appear at the time on this dark and quiet night, the observation of this phenomenon of light, which is more visible when we escape all light pollution generated by hotels. This is a subtle activity, we will paddle gently to find the darkest corners of the island, observe and swim with Bioluminescence, join our trained, experienced and trilingual guide, join us for an unforgettable night here on Holbox Island!

Gain an alternative perspective of Quintana Roo’s coastline on a private boat tour to Cabo Catoche from Holbox. Take the opportunity to fish on board for insight into the region’s main industry, and enjoy plenty of time to snorkel and swim in the calm waters. Opt to sail with or without a guide to suit your needs, and keep energized with a seafood lunch included in the price.

We entering into this important area of holbox wherer different species of animals are cohabiting within this ecosystem, best time to go is as soon as the sun rises, different animals may be resting since they more active during the night as the crocodiles, since there is no people over at that time we enjoy some private moments among nature different, exotic birds may appear as we rowing, is not so hot for us to paddle along the labyrinth of mangroves. We can catch the sublime colors of the sunrise as we starting and also different stars before the very first sunlight. Get ready to be sourrounded by nature as we enter into the mangroves vibrate with the connection and interaction with nature, behold the colors of the plumage of the flamingos and live this wild experience.

Explore the scenic highlights of Holbox Island on a half-day ‘three island’ tour by boat. You’ll observe the sea birds that gather at tiny Bird Island, then continue to Yalahau Lagoon for a swim in the bright-blue, sheltered water. At uninhabited Passion Island, head to shore to explore pretty beaches and a gazebo before returning to the main island.

Bioluminescence is undoubtedly an experience that if you come to Holbox you cannot miss it. A spectacular phenomenon that occurs in few places in the world. Where the waters of the seashore are illuminated by hundreds of living microorganisms (plankton) that light up when they hit the waves. The light is usually so bright that even fish can be seen in the water. Organisms that, like fireflies, emit their own blue light. Live this experience on an all-terrain tour, from the comfort of your hotel.

Fish in the waters off Isla Holbox during this 4-hour private tour. With a local captain on board, you'll get an inside track on the best fishing spots and get as much or as little guidance as you like. Cast a line for fish like grouper, Blonde, Chac Chi, Mojarra and sea bass with only 3 other passengers, ensuring that you receive personalized attention and don't feel crowded. Back on land, bring your catch to a local restaurant and learn the best way to prepare it while snacking on fresh ceviche. Use of all fishing equipment is included.

Can you imagine swimming with the biggest fish in the WORLD, the whale shark. Swim alongside these docile animals on this adventure on Holbox Island. We will go into the sea for an hour to try to locate this harmless friend and be able to swim with him (snorkel). Along the way it is very likely to see dolphins and turtles as well as the imposing giant manta ray. Later we will go to another natural reserve called Cabo Catoche, which is located at the end of our beautiful island where the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea divide to be able to do a second snorkel on a reef. Where with a bit of luck we can appreciate the manta rays, turtles, cat shark, sea horses, starfish, fish of many colors among other marine species.

You will discover in the middle of the darkness a natural phenomenon not so common but incredible a luminous effect in the sea, as you advance you will be able to see the starry sky of the island that will make you fall in love, the guide will take the floor and explain the origin of bioluminescence, You cannot miss the opportunity to experience this luminous phenomenon on the island of Holbox.

You will be able to swim with the whale shark with a new snorkel tube which you can keep with you as a souvenir. Inside the boat they will have water, soft drinks and fruits included. Upon arrival at Cabo Catoche you will taste a ceviche, we have vegan options, if this is the case please notify us in advance at the time of booking.

Watch for dolphins and stingrays as you explore tiny islets surrounding Holbox Island on a half-day, private tour that features Isla Pajaros, Isla Pasion, and Yalahau Lagoon. You won’t be limited by a group’s more rigid itinerary. The flexibility of a private tour means you can experience the island on your own terms, while you’re exploring the coast, swimming in the freshwater lagoon, or spotting flamingos.

The whale shark is categorically not a shark itself, it is a fish, the largest fish in the world, which travels the waters of the world and arrives in this area of ​​the Pacific from June to September, with July and August being the months with the greatest probability. of enlistment. It is a 100% harmless animal and the guide will be the one who will monitor the location and give instructions so that the experience is the safest and most satisfactory for both visitors and this species. You will be able to get off the boat and come into direct contact with this beautiful species living one of the best experiences in life!

Cabo Catoche is located precisely where the Gulf of Mexico ends and the Caribbean Sea begins. Cabo Catoche can only be reached by boat from Holbox. It is a semi-uninhabited island where only a family of fishermen lives, who will be our hosts on this excursion. Where nature is its best guest, the birds feel free, the trees and bushes provide refreshing shade, while the soft sand invites you to walk on the shore, The perfect place for fishing, snorkeling and a fresh ceviche with the catch of the day, without a doubt an adventure that you cannot miss. Let yourself be amazed at its white beaches and enjoy a fresh fish ceviche and a cold beer.

Discover the marine life in the Gulf of Mexico during this exciting snorkeling tour from Holbox. Alongside a private guide, head to Cabo Catoche, on the opposite end of Holbox for a sail off the coast. Then, don your snorkel gear and keep your eyes peeled for several aquatic species such as sea turtles, nurse sharks, stingrays, and dolphins.

Family Fishing Boat Trip along the coast line of Holbox, sharing fauna & flora, little details of the island history, and pirate tales. Dare also to catch your own food in a breath taking bottom Fishing with hand lines, and delight yourself with the taste of the freshest fish ceviche that you ever gonna try. You and friends or family may need this!!