Holbox
Island discovery
Island discovery
Holbox - Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico
Experience this beautiful islands in the north of the Yucatan Peninsula.
The famous island Holbox is located between the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico and consists only of sand. The island is part of the nature reserve of "Yum Balam" which was founded in 1994.
The island Holbox is 42 km long and about 2 km wide. The northern part of the island (34 km) is still uninhabited. B
The fishing village of Holbox is already developed for tourism and is known above all for its colourful murals and long, flat beaches.
Experience a day full of variety and enjoy this amazing island.
The Holbox tour includes:
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certified tour guide (english, spanish or french available)
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pick-up directly from your hotel in an a/c minivan
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breakfast roll
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boat ride through the lagoon
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bathing in a cenote-likely fresh water source
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observing different types of birds in their natural environment
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1 hour golf car at Holbox
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lunch at the beach
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free time to visit the city or go shopping
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bathing stop at a sandbank
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water, soft drinks, beer and tequila throughout the day
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all photos of the tour
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all taxes, entrances and fees
Not included: Tips and personal expenses
This tour is available from monday to sunday (good weather assumed).
Check out Dates & Booking for further information concerning a reservation.
price per person:
group size of 11-12 guests: 175 USD
group size of 9-10 guests: 190 USD
group size of 7-8 guests: 210 USD
price per person:
group size of 11-12 guests: 175 USD
group size of 9-10 guests: 190 USD
group size of 7-8 guests: 210 USD
duration of the tour:
Reine Dauer der Aktivitäten:
ca. 8 Stunden
zzgl. Fahrtzeit, je nach Lage des Hotels
Detailed tour description:
We start our boat tour in Chiquila with a trip through the lagoon of Yalahau. First we will head to a cenote-likels fresh water source in the middle of the mangroves. The clear water we will find there comes from an underground spring, here you will get the time to bath in the refreshing water.
On the way to Holbox Island you can observe various bird species, such as pelicans, herons, cormorants and ospreys. Between May and November we might be lucky to also spot some flamingos.
Enjoy a walk in the shallow water at the so-called "passion island", climb up to a viewpoint tower and enjoy the view over the turquoise water.
On the island Holbox we have golf cars available for 1 hour to drive around the island. While driving through the "centre" we can admire and photograph the colourful little houses and the countless wall paintings.
After the lunch at the beach you will have some free time to stroll through the little town.
Then our boat takes us to our last stop - a sandbank, where you will enjoy bathing in the flat water and having one or more drinks before we head back to Chiquila.
Important information:
In exceptional cases, after heavy rainfall, we may not be able to drive the golf cars ourselves and may have to resort to golf car cabs.
Since February 2020:
The hammocks in the sea on Holbox island have all been removed without exception for environmental reasons.
Don't forget to take with you:
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swimwear, towel, sunglasses, sun hat, sandals (no sturdy shoes required)
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long-sleeved t-shirt for sun protection
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biodegradable sunscreen
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change of clothes (to change before the return trip)
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maybe camera
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money for personal expenses and tips where applicable, e.g. for our drivers and captains
Impressions of Holbox:
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