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Top 10 water & beach things to do in Isla Holbox

Boats, beaches, and the parts of Isla Holbox you only see from the water. Ferry rides, sunset cruises, snorkel runs, and the occasional sailing day for travellers who measure good cities by their coastline.

  1. Holbox Island Private Sunset Tour, Isla Holbox1

    1. Holbox Island Private Sunset Tour

    · 3 hours

    Enjoy and relax in this incredible tour where you will visit three magnificent places; first a cenote called Yalahau where you will snorkel and live with incredible species that live there, then we will go to Isla Pasión, which, as its name suggests, will make you fall in love, because it is a quiet island but with great vegetation and calm and crystal clear water. You will love it because there is a viewpoint where you can take photos or video and finally we will be on Holbox Island to marvel at a beautiful sunset where you can see how the rays begin to illuminate the beach.

  2. Tour the Mangroves in Kayak by Isla Holbox, Isla Holbox2

    2. Tour the Mangroves in Kayak by Isla Holbox

    5.0· 12 reviews· 3.5 hours

    Holbox is well known for its beautiful beaches, chill atmosphere and for being and island that keeps its beauty for ho ever visits. the picture can't describe the reality! One of Holbox´s best secrets are its Mangroves, the goodness of its channels, the peacefullnes of its waters, and the abundance of wildlife, makes and unforgetable experience that you must do at least once in a life time. Holbox is well known for its beautiful beaches, its peaceful atmosphere and for being an island that keeps much of its beauty for its visitors. Pictures don't do the destination justice. One of Holbox's best kept secrets are its mangroves, the beauty of its canals, the tranquility of its waters and its spectacular views. It is an experience that, if you like nature, you should do at least once in your life. Pick up and drop off included.

  3. Cabo Catoche Tour with Fishing, Snorkeling and Ceviche, Isla Holbox3

    3. Cabo Catoche Tour with Fishing, Snorkeling and Ceviche

    5.0· 2 reviews· 5.2 hours

    This tour is unique since we know places where you can only arrive by boat, paradisiacal beach and while you enjoy the sea you can enjoy a delicious ceviche and rest in the cocales and enjoy nature in the open air

  1. Relaxing private boat tour to Cabo Catoche with fishing, Isla Holbox4

    4. Relaxing private boat tour to Cabo Catoche with fishing

    4.9· 20 reviews· 6 hours

    Cabo Catoche is the point where the Caribbean sea and the Gulf of Mexico meet. In this tour you can fish, snorkel and enjoy the freshest ceviche with the incredible scenery of pristine beaches,

  2. Holbox 3 Island Group Tour, Isla Holbox5

    5. Holbox 3 Island Group Tour

    4.8· 59 reviews

    Discover the surroundings of Isla Holbox during a short and relaxing boat tour. Visit Punta Mosquito which is a beautiful landscape that is made up of crystal clear waters with a white sand bank .Then, explore the multicolored landscape of Passion Island. Then Isla Pájaros: Throughout the year, and depending on the season, this island becomes a sanctuary for more than 35 different bird species—offering a unique and unforgettable natural spectacle. *Depending on weather conditions, the activity provider may change the itinerary and visit punta Cocos instead of Punta Mosquito.

  3. Kayak Mangroves Sunrise Experience, Isla Holbox6

    6. Kayak Mangroves Sunrise Experience

    4.8· 216 reviews· 3 hours

    We entering into this important area of holbox wherer different species of animals are cohabiting within this ecosystem, best time to go is as soon as the sun rises, different animals may be resting since they more active during the night as the crocodiles, since there is no people over at that time we enjoy some private moments among nature different, exotic birds may appear as we rowing, is not so hot for us to paddle along the labyrinth of mangroves. We can catch the sublime colors of the sunrise as we starting and also different stars before the very first sunlight. Get ready to be sourrounded by nature as we enter into the mangroves vibrate with the connection and interaction with nature, behold the colors of the plumage of the flamingos and live this wild experience.

  4. Holbox Kayak Bioluminescence Experience, Isla Holbox7

    7. Holbox Kayak Bioluminescence Experience

    4.8· 33 reviews· 1.8 hours

    Discover with us the magic of Holbox when night comes. Paddling during the day is exciting, imagine doing at night under a starry sky and in luminescent waters. Walking on the famous Punta Mosquito sandbank between of the sea at night is also a unique experience. Learn about the existence of this natural phenomenon in an interactive and fun way while appreciating it at the same time. We take you to safe areas and the best points of visibility of this phenomenon. Our years of experience support us, so that you live an unforgettable experience.

  5. Kayak Experience in the Mangroves of Holbox Island, Isla Holbox8

    8. Kayak Experience in the Mangroves of Holbox Island

    4.8· 116 reviews· 3.3 hours

    On this guided tour that will take you through the mangroves, you can observe many spectacular birds and landscapes. Being a tour made without engines, one can clearly hear the birds and have direct contact with nature. In addition to having the opportunity to observe crocodiles, flamingos, eagles among other species in their natural habitat.

  6. Horseback Riding on the Beaches of Holbox, Isla Holbox9

    9. Horseback Riding on the Beaches of Holbox

    4.8· 20 reviews· 1.5 hours

    We will make your dream come true, horseback riding on the beach, enjoying the spectacular views of the Mexican Caribbean in a natural landscape full of magic... in an atmosphere of privacy and exclusive service. Horseback riding on the beach and in the mangroves. Enjoy the flora and fauna that make Holbox unique, listen to the song of the birds and the lullaby of the wind, admiring nature.

  7. Holbox: 3 Island Private Boat Tour, Isla Holbox10

    10. Holbox: 3 Island Private Boat Tour

    4.7· 102 reviews

    Discover the surroundings of Isla Holbox during a short and relaxing boat tour. Visit Punta Mosquito which is a beautiful landscape that is made up of crystal clear waters with a white sand bank .Then, explore the multicolored landscape of Passion Island before enjoying a rejuvenating swim in the refreshing waters of Yalahau, a natural spring. *Depending on weather conditions, the activity provider may change the itinerary and visit Isla Pájaros instead of Punta Mosquito

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