Holbox is a sublime island that will give you the concrete definition of what paradise is.
With its 36 km of fine sandy beaches, you will lose yourself in its captivating nature because the diversity of its ecosystems is just enormous!
Meeting point between the Caribbean Sea and the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Holbox will seduce you with its important maritime fauna including schools of shrimp, lobsters, manta rays to name a few.
Also discover the richness of the Yalahau lagoon, a refuge for 150 species of different birds, fish and reptiles. Opportunity to swim in the open cenote and snorkel there.
Between Bird Island and Passion Island, refuge of pink flamingos from April to November, you won’t know where to turn!
Don’t stay behind your screen without taking the plunge to live a unique experience in Holbox paradise!
Boat day in Holbox
- Boat trip to appreciate the flora and fauna that surround the island of Holbox with a stop at Punta Mosquito, a renowned white sand beach and crystal clear waters.
- Getaway also on the island by land with golf carts.
- Discovery of Holbox by taking advantage of its paradisiacal beaches and its typical alleys.
All the practical details of the Holbox excursion in Mexico
Do not forget for this excursion:
- Sunscreen and biodegradable anti-mosquito cream (normal creams are not allowed)
- Towel and bathing suit
- Water shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Camera and underwater protective shell
- Comfortable clothes and change of clothes
- Bottle of water (if needed more than provided)
- Money for souvenirs
Our advice for Holbox:
- Draw money before you get there (very few distributors and no credit card payment limited in these areas)
- Negotiate the prices of your souvenirs
- Pay in local currency
Not recommended:
- People with reduced mobility
- People with heart or back problems
- Infants
- Pregnant women
- Forbidden to people with too much alcohol
- *Currents or strong winds may cause ports to close unexpectedly.
- We will be there to assist you with any changes to your reservation should this occur.
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Destination
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Departure
Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal, Tulum -
Dress Code
Comfortable clothes and change
Description of the Holbox tour in Mexico
- Departure from your place of residence for Holbox paradise!
- Transport by air-conditioned bus is included to Chiquila, the island's closest port, in order to board a speed boat to begin our adventure in practice.
- This excursion will bring you closer to nature where you will appreciate the flora and fauna surrounding the island with a stop at the Punta Mosquito, which will amaze you with sandbanks in the middle of the sea.
- On the way back, golf carts will be waiting for us and we will visit other important points of the island by land.
- Lunch in a restaurant on the beach is included as well as free time to relax on the beach.
- Do not miss this great opportunity to know the impressive wildlife and the heavenly views of this wonder of Mexico Holbox!
What is included:
- Round-trip transportation included in an air-conditioned bus
- Certified guide
- Transport by boat
- Golf cart
- Open bar on the catamaran (water, soft drinks, beers)
- Free time at the beach and downtown
- Buffet lunch in a 5* hotel
- Return ferry ticket
- Pick up from your hotel, Airbnb or other accommodation on the way out. The exact time will be posted on your reservation coupon. The return is done at the same place from where the departure took place.
Not included:
- The maritime tax of 260 pesos or $13 usd
- Drinks during the meal
- Tips (optional)
- Optional complementary insurance
- Personal expenses
- Everything that is not mentioned in the section WHAT IS INCLUDED
TOUR WITHOUT TRANSPORT
Tour of the 3 islands in Holbox
- Duration: approximately 3 hours - Every day - Language: Spanish
- A discovery of Holbox of the most classic but so essential!
- There is no predefined order to discover the wonders of Holbox with Isla Pasión, Bird Island and Yalahau.
- This excursion will bring you closer to nature, observing curious phenomena such as the Yalahau lagoon, a freshwater cenote in the sea, where you can swim in the eye of the water as it is called but also visit the home to hundreds of species such as pelicans and flamingos.
- You will also have the chance to walk on the magnificent sandbar of Passion Island and climb its tower for a breathtaking panoramic view. Observation of many birds in addition to the stop on the island bearing the same name!
- For more information about this excursion, contact us here.
What is included:
- Transport by boat (capacity of 8 to 10 people)
- Life jacket (compulsory on the boat and in Yalahau)
Not Included:
- Transport to the starting point on the island
- Entrance to Cenote Yalahau (50 pesos to be paid on site)
- Unguided tour
- Meals and drinks
- Tips (optional)
- Optional additional insurance
- Personal expenses
Adventure Tour at Holbox
- Duration: around 3 hours - Every day - Language: French (private tour), Spanish
- Discover Holbox by visiting its essentials!
- From Bird Island to Cenote Yahalau via Isla Pasión, Punta Mosquito and Punta Coco, you will live a unique experience closer to nature.
- Discover the Yalahau lagoon, this freshwater cenote in the middle of the sea where you will swim in the "eye of the water" and where you will observe a large number of different species such as flamingos or even pelicans.
- Take a walk on the incredible sandbar of Passion Island and climb its tower for a breathtaking panoramic view.
- Observe many species of birds on Bird Island and enjoy the beauty of the landscapes of Punta Mosquito and Punta Coco.
- For more information about this excursion, contact us here.
What is included:
- Transport by boat (capacity of 10 to 16 people)
- Life jacket (compulsory on the boat and in Yalahau)
Not Included:
- Transport to the starting point on the island
- Entrance to Cenote Yalahau (50 pesos to be paid on site)
- Unguided tour (except for private tours)
- Meals and drinks
- Tips (optional)
- Optional additional insurance
- Personal expenses
Cabo Catoche Tour at Holbox
- Duration: around 5 hours - Every day - Language: French (private tour), Spanish
- How about a more authentic Holbox excursion?
- Go by boat for a special activity in this unique environment: fishing!
- After 45 minutes by boat along the virgin coast, you arrive in the privileged area for handline fishing and you will stay there for a good hour.
- With a bit of luck, you will taste your dishes prepared by the chef on site… Have you been dreaming of a fresh ceviche?
- Weather permitting, you can also go snorkeling.
- In any case, you will observe the magnificent beaches of Cabo Catoche as well as its fishing camp with in particular the virgin landscapes of the Rio Santa Paula, its fauna and its mangroves.
- For more information about this excursion, contact us here.
What is included:
- Transport by boat (capacity of 10 to 16 people)
- Unguided tour (except for private tours)
- Fishing equipment
- Snorkeling equipment (only if visibility permits)
- Ceviche or Guacamole (your choice) + water
Not Included:
- Transport to the starting point on the island
- Unguided tour (except for private tours)
- Tips (optional)
- Optional additional insurance
- Personal expenses
Kayak Bioluminescence Tour in Holbox
- Duration: around 1h15 - Every day - Language: French (private tour), Spanish, English (basic)
- What if you decided to discover this marvel of Holbox: bioluminescence?
- At night, the sea lights up thanks to the many planktons and this offers a spectacle only between sea and starry sky!
- Opportunity to swim in the "ardentilla" (old name) and experience this wonder of nature to the fullest.
- Visible all year round, this phenomenon varies according to the intensity of the water temperature.
- The best season remains from May to September, where the water is warmest because the rest of the year it varies according to the climate, wind, currents etc.
- The tour schedule is calculated according to the lunar cycle and the excursion is suspended on full moon evenings.
- The Kayak tour ends on the beach and it will take 25 minutes on foot to return to the center.
- For more information about this excursion, contact us here.
What is included:
- Fishing equipment
- Snorkeling equipment (only if visibility permits)
- Ceviche or Guacamole (your choice) + water
Not Included:
- Transport to the starting point on the island
- Unguided tour (except for private tours)
- Return by taxi (provide cash)
- Contribution to CONAP (National Commission for Protected Natural Areas)
- Tips (optional)
- Optional additional insurance
- Personal expenses
PRIVATE TOUR
- Would you like to discover this paradise in a unique way during a private tour?
- Contact us for more information and to book your excursion.