All Isla Holbox Tours & Excursions in 2026

We did the nighttime bioluminescence kayak tour and overall it was a fantastic experience. It started a bit so-so. Our pickup ran late, and we were dropped off at a dark stretch of beach with no one there initially, which was a little confusing. But once the guide arrived, everything turned around quickly. The guide, Diego(i think is his name?) was lovely, informative, and immediately made everyone feel comfortable. My mother had never kayaked before, and the team was incredibly patient and attentive with her. The kayaks were very beginner-friendly, and the water stayed shallow the entire time, which made it feel safe and manageable. The guides shared interesting information throughout the tour, and we even got to see two different types of bioluminescence, which was really special ✨ It’s hard to capture on camera, so I wouldn’t worry about bringing one. It’s definitely something you have to experience in person. The pacing was also perfect. There wasn’t much idle time, and it never felt rushed. Any longer and I might have gotten bored, any shorter and it would have felt too quick. The water was a bit cold, but that’s obviously out of their control. I know there are other options for bioluminscense tours - snorkeling, golf cart, walking. I wouldn't want to go snorkeling in the cold dark night water and I don't think golf cart would let you get as "hands on" as we were able to get, so I'm happy we choose the kayaking experience. Despite the slightly rocky start, this ended up being a memorable and well-run experience. I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Holbox.

Our guides (Enrique and Ivan) contacted us via WhatsApp before pickup. They picked us up from the hotel right on time, and we drove to the beach with three other guests. There, we received our equipment and were able to store our belongings in a locker free of charge. We then received a briefing on kayaking, as it was our first time kayaking. From there, we set off across the sea, which was a bit tricky at first, but our guides waited for us and helped us all the way to the mangroves. Along the way, we even saw our first small crocodile and were able to take some fantastic photos of the sunrise. In the mangroves, our guides explained the flora and fauna in detail. They pointed out every animal we encountered and explained something about each one. Midway through the tour, we were treated to drinks and snacks. Unfortunately, we only saw a single flamingo, but it was a beautiful sight. The marine life was also explained to us. Our guides waited patiently for us, and we felt very well taken care of. There was plenty of time for photos and videos during the tour. A fantastic tour, highly recommended. However, it's really strenuous for beginners.

Not quite the time of year, but we did see some bioluminescence. Our tour guide was great, and we had a wonderful evening with a clear sky to see the stars. We went to a private beach, so there were not many people, and they took a photo of us under the stars. Hotel pickup was extra nice. Would recommend!