Whale Shark Tour from Holbox Island

Isla Holbox, Mexico

6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

6-hour whale shark and snorkel tour from Holbox
Swim alongside the largest fish in the sea
Snorkel at Cabo Catoche
Enjoy freshly made ceviche and other snacks
Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Small-group tour limited to eight people, ensuring a more memorable experience

What's Included

Local guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Holbox
Use of Snorkeling equipment

Use of Snorkelling equipment
Sodas, sandwiches
Fish ceviche

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel drop-off
The listed price does not include a departure tax, payable at the time of tour check-in. The departure tax is required by our local supplier and/or the local transit or governing authority and is not within our control.

Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We Start pickup between 6:30 and 7:30 am

Arranged start time

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What To Expect

Holbox Adventure

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included
Not wheelchair accessible

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.5

based on 44 reviews

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100% must do

Lesley_W, Jun 2024

Amazing experience and amazing guide and captain. We got picked up at 645 and went out searching for whale sharks. It is about a two hour ride to the area, we found them around noon and were able to swim with huge manta rays and saw giant sea turtles while searching. If you get motion or car sickness I recommend taking dramamine or gravol around 630am. And either have breakfast before going or bring some snacks. Waterproof bag for belongings highly recommended. Super worth the trip. The whale sharks are amazing!!! We also stopped on an island for awesome guacamole and drinks you can buy at a palapa bar. Our captain was Odin and our guide was Chris. Very dedicated and knowledgeable people in ensuring we had the best experience. Chris takes awesome videos and him and Odin are both really fun! Thank you both for an unforgettable day!

An adventure

Jeanne_M, Jul 2022

Trip was amazing and definitely worth doing. It was a little different then I imagined but still a great experience. The boat ride out is intense. It is 2-3 hours to get to the whale sharks at a fast pace and very bouncy on the boat! Not good if you have any back or neck issues. The smirking with sharks was awesome, but also intense as it is incredible to see, but you are swimming fast to keep up with it and the guide! The 2nd snorkeling stop was nice to get off boat longer and swim around, but nothing noteworthy to see. A few basic fish and a ray for us. Lunch was great and relaxing! Whole day ended up being about 8 hours. If you have the time and are up for the adventure, do it!

Actually being in the...

Doug_K, Jun 2022

Actually being in the water with these gentle giants. I would probably eliminate the stop on the island for crevice.

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Thank you for your comments in the shared tour we can’t skip any of the stops al ready set Up. On a private you can choose how to do it

Long ride but worth it

Don_H, Jun 2022

The boat ride to the migration site was long (2+ hours) and at times bumpy but being able to swim eye to eye with a 20+ foot whale shark was phenomenal. I wish we could have been in the water longer but they limit the number of boats and the individual time swimming with the sharks. Two of eight passengers got a little sea sick so wear a patch if susceptible. The tour was run very efficiently and the guide and captain were friendly. The captain doubled as a DJ and played some lively Mexican pop music. The breakfast snack was unusual - ham and cheese sandwich, but the fresh ceviche prepared at the snorkeling stop was delicious and an island bar offered alcoholic drinks. The water that day was not clear enough for snorkeling but we were more interested in the drinks!