Top Isla Holbox Sporting Events

The bioluminescent waters off Isla Holbox are a spectacular sight, but hard to access without specialized vehicles and equipment. This small-group tour uses all-terrain vehicles to reach a pristine nature reserve, far from town lights—ensuring the bioluminescence and stars are at their most impressive. Provided kayaks and snorkeling gear means you see the phenomenon from on top and in the water.

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.

Visit a bioluminescent lagoon on Isla Holbox on a tour that includes stargazing on pristine Punta Cocos beach. Since the beach is a short distance from town, this is a low-commitment alternative to time-consuming trips to the island’s northern tip. And by viewing the bioluminescence and stars from the beach, you can dip your toes in—or enjoy the natural phenomenon without getting wet.

Bioluminescence is an extraordinary natural phenomenon in which tiny creatures make water glow by capturing light. Enjoy this experience in a group of no more than 10 people, with a certified guide, by booking this nighttime snorkeling tour with transfers from your accommodation on Holbox Island. The package includes snorkel gear, a long wetsuit, water shoes and mosquito protection, as well as a money-back guarantee if we fail to see the bioluminescence.

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.

Unlike other tours, here you will have a close treatment, small groups and clear explanations that will allow you to understand and feel the magic of the environment. In addition, each outing adapts to the conditions of the day to ensure the best possible visibility, increasing the odds of living a truly impactful experience.

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.

Explore Holbox’s surrounding islands without the limitations of a shared group tour on this private boat excursion. Visit Isla Pájaros to spot nesting birds with your guide, continue to Passion Island to look for flamingos, and cool off with a swim in the freshwater spring at Yalahau. Private transportation gives you more time to appreciate the area's remarkable wildlife and scenery.

Make your departure from Holbox Island an easy one by pre-booking a private transfer service. Eliminate the hassle of figuring out taxis and ferry tickets with this all-in-one package. Your driver meets you at your accommodation on the island and takes you to the ferry terminal. Once your ferry journey is complete, another driver meets you for your transfer to Cancun International Airport (CUN) or to the hotel zone.

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.