Whale Shark Group Adventure from Isla Holbox

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Whale Shark Group Adventure from Isla Holbox — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Swim with the whale shark, the world's largest fish — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Swim with whale sharks, the world's largest fish, and see other amazing sea creatures such as sea turtles, manta rays, and dolphins in the waters where the Caribbean meets the Gulf of Mexico. Despite its name, the 45-foot-long (14-meter-long) whale shark is an animal that allows for an up-close experience with your expert bilingual guide. After a light breakfast, head out from Isla Holbox to swim with the whale sharks, then back to the mainland to snorkel and enjoy fresh ceviche made with the day's catch. Snorkel gear is included along with a light breakfast, lunch, beverages, and ceviche.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Holbox Whale Shark Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Our famous ceviche
Included: In case you do not eat the included food, you can take fruits from the breakfast table to the tour
Included: Bilingual guide
Included: Government Fees
Included: Snorkeling equipment
Included: Light breakfast : coffee, tea, fruits, yogurt and sweet buns
Included: Boat with GPS
Included: Soft drinks
Included: Guacamole and mango for those who do not eat fish

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Private transportation: Do not include taxi to meeting point

Itinerary

Meet your guide and group at our VIP HOLBOX OFFICE, located one block from the main ferry pier. Receive a short briefing and all the necessary equipment and enjoy a light breakfast before you head off to the pier and board the boat. Head out into the Gulf of Mexico on a 1 to 2-hour ride to find the whale sharks. On the way, might watch giant manta rays, dolphins, and sea turtles. Once you reach the whale shark area, enter the water two at a time with your guide to get to see these extraordinary giants. The whale shark is the biggest fish in the world at 45 feet long (14 meters). Your guide will show you how to observe and even swim with these wonderful creatures while respecting their habitat. On the way back, stop near Cabo Catoche, the northernmost point of the Yucatan Peninsula where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico. Snorkel the “cuevones” reef and look for sea turtles, nurse sharks, lobsters, squids, octopi, and other reef fish. Finally, head back to Boca Santa Paula, where you can stretch our legs, have a pleasant swim, and enjoy the delicious ceviche. A 45-minute journey brings you back to Isla Holbox.

Stop 1
Yum Balam Reserve
Punta Mosquito

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

OUR OFFICE IS A YELLOW MAYAN HOUSE AND A LARGE GARDEN

End point

OUR OFFICE IS A YELLOW MAYAN HOUSE AND A LARGE GARDEN

Using your ticket

As our tours depend on weather conditions, it is very important you contact us at least 24 hours prior the tour.

You can come by our office, VIP Holbox, located one block away from the main square, under “La Parrilla de Juan”. Otherwise, our email address is: [email protected] and our phone numbers are:

USA: (305) 396-6987

MEX: +52 (984) 875-2107

Como nuestras excursiones dependen de las condiciones climáticas, es muy importante que nos contacte al menos con 24 horas de anticipación antes de su tour.

Pueden conocernos en nuestra oficina, VIP Holbox, ubicada a una cuadra de la plaza, bajo “La o Parrilla de Juan”. De lo contrario, nuestro correo electrónico es [email protected] y nuestros teléfonos son:

USA: (305) 396-6987

MEX: +52 (984) 875-2107

Ubicación en el mapa de Google: https://goo.gl/maps/ZzxYmBvNf492

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children under 6 are not allowed
Note: Whale shark season is from mid-May to mid-September, but whale sharks might come later to the area
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund