During your vacation on Isla Holbox, don't miss swimming with whale sharks. This gentle creature measures up to 45 feet long (14 meters) and is considered the largest fish in the world. During your boat trip, search for manta rays, dolphins, and sea turtles. Then pop into the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico to swim side-by-side with whale sharks in their natural habitat. Snorkel gear and wetsuit are included along with a light breakfast, lunch, and fish ceviche.
Whale shark snorkeling excursion from Isla Holbox
Ride a boat in the Gulf of Mexico
Swim alongside the world’s largest fish
Dig into breakfast, lunch, and fish ceviche
What's Included
Boat with GPS
Cool drinking water container (please bring your flask)
Snorkeling equipment
Bilingual guide
Light breakfast in Luuma: coffee, tea, fruits, yogurt and sweet buns
Our famous ceviche
Guacamole and mango for those who do not eat fish
In case you do not eat the included food, you can take fruits from the breakfast table to the tour
Soda/Pop
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
LUUMA
Av. Damero, Centro, 77310 Holbox, Q.R., Mexico
Start time
06:30 AM
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
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
Not wheelchair accessible
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local 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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Reviews
4.5
77 reviews
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
My boyfriend and I had the most bad ass day ever!!! Pedro, our Captain kept everyone safe and well fed. Our guide was also a very knowledgeable older gentleman who is so well versed in everything Whale Shark that it was like an outdoor classroom!! We highly recommend this tour company 🇲🇽🇺🇸🎯👏
I really enjoyed this tour. I did...
Colleen B, Mar 2017
I really enjoyed this tour. I did this in August 2016. The guides were great - super friendly. I enjoyed the fresh ceviche they made on the way back. I would book with them again. The only two things that I would change is - it was difficult to find the Viator office - I had questions the night before - and the lunch - homemade ham and cheese sandwiches could have been something nicer for the price I paid. Other than that I say book it and do it!!
Excellent all around. I doubt there...
Ryan P, Jul 2016
Excellent all around. I doubt there is a better option other than booking a private boat at a multiple of the price.
From $187.00
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)