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Whale Shark Group Adventure from Isla Holbox

Location Isla Holbox, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
$206.58
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Overview

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.
Whale Shark Group Adventure from Isla Holbox
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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

Meeting point
OUR OFFICE IS A YELLOW MAYAN HOUSE AND A LARGE GARDEN
Return details
OUR OFFICE IS A YELLOW MAYAN HOUSE AND A LARGE GARDEN

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.

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Whale Shark Group Adventure from Isla Holbox

    Location Isla Holbox, Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
    $206.58
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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