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Whale Shark and Snorkeling Adventure from Isla Holbox
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Whale Shark and Snorkeling Adventure from Isla Holbox
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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- 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.
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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Overview
Snorkel alongside docile whale sharks during this eco-adventure on Isla Holbox. With your local guides, board a boat and set off in search of these gentle giants, keeping a lookout for other species like giant manta rays and sea turtles as you cruise. Slip into the water in pairs with a knowledgeable guide and swim with the world's largest fish, which can grow up to 45 feet (14 meters) long. On the way back to shore, stop near Cabo Catoche to snorkel the 'cuevones' reef. Continue to Santa Paula to go swimming and enjoy freshly caught ceviche before returning to Holbox. Use of all equipment, breakfast and snacks are included.
- Snorkel with whale sharks off Isla Holbox
- Overseen by a guide who is an expert in whale shark behavior
- See other animals like sea turtles, manta rays and octopi
- Light breakfast and fresh ceviche are included
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What's Included
Cool water and sodas.
Snorkeling equipment.
Light breakfast in Luuma: coffee, tea, fruits, yoghurt and sweet buns.
Our famous ceviche.
Guacamole or mango for those who do not eat fish.
Gratuities
Taxi to / from meeting point
Departure & Return
LUUMA , Av. Damero, Centro, 77310 Holbox, Q.R., Mexico
This activity will end right where it started.The corner of Av. Damero and C. Sierra. Next to the hotel Casa las Tortugas.
6:30 AM
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children under 6 years old are not allowed.
- Season starts officialy May 15, but the arrival of whale sharks to the area vary each year.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- OPERATED BY VIP Holbox Experience
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.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Whale Shark and Snorkeling Adventure from Isla Holbox?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Whale Shark and Snorkeling Adventure from Isla Holbox?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Whale Shark and Snorkeling Adventure from Isla Holbox?
A:The policies on social distancing are:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Whale Shark and Snorkeling Adventure from Isla Holbox?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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- "Excellent staff, boats are as comfortable as a small boat can be." See review
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Great company, highly recommend
Sukaina_H
, Aug 2022
Very cool experience, but not so much guiding
Christoffer_C
, Aug 2022
Swimming with the whale sharks was truly amazing. A one in a life time experience. Definately worth it! The tour starts with a nice breakfast and intro from the guide. What I missed was more information on the life, biology etc of the whale sharks (the guide said at the breakfast that we would get such information, but the guide never told us anything. However this we found out ourselves online after the tour instead. Also, as we found the whalesharks easily and fast, I think we could have spent more time looking for mantrays on the way back. It felt a bit like the crew rushed to get back. The other two stops were also nice. I still recommend this tour a lot, the main thing is the whale sharks and that part was just so great.
Weather is important
Brasilia_P
, Jul 2022
The day we travelled was windy and rained a bit, so the waters were very rough. The tour guides were great and the ride was longer than usual because of the weather. The boat ride was hard on our back and neck due to the high waves. I slipped and hit my nose. Even with all of that, it was a good experience.
Once in a lifetime perfect experience
corine_m
, Jul 2022
A wonderful experience!
Tyler_B
, Jul 2022
We had a wonderful experience with Eddie and Capt Jorge! We were fortunate to arrive at a large group of sharks so the boats were spread out enough to give us a relatively private glimpse of multiple sharks. Our first swim was amazing as the shark stayed still while feeding and gave us extra time to view and take some beautiful photographs. The ceviche and guacamole for lunch was delicious and they had us back a bit earlier than expected, which was great because we still felt like we had a full day to enjoy the island. One tip, don’t overload on liquids before you get on the boat and definitely use the restroom before you leave Luuma, as it was about a 2.5 hr ride to get to them! This was definitely a cherished memory from our honeymoon that we will never forget.
Highly recommend!
Aalap_D
, Jul 2022
Unbelievable experience...
Mario_S
, Jun 2022
George was an excellent guide and the trip was wonderful
Sandro_G
, Sep 2021
WOW just WOW
Victoria_P
, Jun 2021
Excellent day....
Jayne_G
, Aug 2018
Overall this was an A experience. The only suggestion is that they cut out the ‘lagoon’ break at the end of the trip and add a 3rd encounter with the whale sharks or just get back to the dock earlier. Excellent staff, boats are as comfortable as a small boat can be. Food is adequate. Note- ticket says meet them at 630..... it’s actually 7am so don’t rush to get there earlier.
Memorable
Amelie_P
, Aug 2021
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