🌊🦈 Whale Shark Tour – Holbox
Species: Rhincodon typus
Season aprox: May 15 – September 17
⏱️ Duration: 7–8 hours (depending on weather)
🕖 Departure: Single departure at 7:00 am
Pick-up 10–20 minutes before, depending on your location, or arrive at the departure point at 7:00 am
💲 Price: 2900 MXN per person
👥 Bonus: 1 complimentary tour leader for every 5 paid participants
Experience the unforgettable opportunity to swim alongside one of the giants of the sea — whale sharks, which can grow up to 20 meters long and weigh more than 20 tons.
The tour begins from the north side of the island at the Whale Shark Dock, heading toward waters off Cabo Catoche, or sometimes to the Mexican Caribbean. The crew will first search for the whale shark in its natural habitat.
Once sighted, you will enjoy observation from the boat followed by a guided swim in pairs, accompanied at all times by a certified guide. Depending on conditions and crew or Environmental Authority discretion, it may be possible to have two swims.
Afterward, the tour continues to the reefs at Cabo Catoche for approximately 40 minutes of snorkeling, where you may observe species in their natural habitat, such as nurse sharks, manta rays, turtles, and various fish.
The next stop is the pristine beaches of Cabo Catoche, where you can walk, swim, relax, take photos, and enjoy freshly prepared fish ceviche by the crew. If conditions allow, the final stop includes viewing Santa Paula River from the boat (bird resting area and mangrove observation) before returning to the departure point.
During the tour, there may also be opportunities to see dolphins, sea turtles, and flamingos in their natural habitat.
⚠️ Important Notes
Inform at the time of booking if allergic to any vegetables or meats (lemon, tomato, onion, cilantro, pepper, ham, cheese, mayonnaise) or if vegetarian.
Notify the crew of recent operations, muscle pain, or any medical conditions.
✅ Includes
Hotel transport to the dock
Bilingual crew
Water, soft drinks, and fruit
Snorkel gear (or bring your own)
Life jackets
Sandwich (ham & cheese)
Fish ceviche
Cooler with ice
⚙️ Recommendations
Hat and sunglasses
Sunscreen and towel
Bring cash for drinks or snacks at Cabo Catoche
If prone to seasickness, take medication before boarding (under medical guidance)
❌ Not Included
Return transportation to the hotel
Beer or alcoholic beverages
Federal bracelet to access ( CONAMP 120 mxn)
📌 Cancellation Policy
⛔ Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the activity or no-shows are non-refundable
🌧️ Activity may be rescheduled in case of adverse weather conditions