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Snorkeling tour with the whale shark in Holbox with transportation

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Can you imagine swimming with the biggest fish in the WORLD, the whale shark.
Swim alongside these docile animals on this adventure on Holbox Island.
We will go into the sea for an hour to try to locate this harmless friend and be able to swim with him (snorkel).
Along the way it is very likely to see dolphins and turtles as well as the imposing giant manta ray.
Later we will go to another natural reserve called Cabo Catoche, which is located at the end of our beautiful island where the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea divide to be able to do a second snorkel on a reef.
Where with a bit of luck we can appreciate the manta rays, turtles, cat shark, sea horses, starfish, fish of many colors among other marine species.

What's Included

  • Lunch Ask about vegetarian options
  • Snacks sandwich and fruit
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop

    Meeting and Pickup

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    Avenida Pedro Joaquín Coldwell
    entre Palomino A By the HOLBOX sign 💖, 77310 Holbox, Q.R., Mexico

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    Start Time • Daily 7:00 AM

    What To Expect

    Holbox Island

    This wonderful excursion starts early in the morning. The tour is by speedboat to Cabo Catoche, an area in the Gulf of Mexico that joins the Caribbean Sea. Here you can swim with what is considered the largest fish in the world Taking advantage of the morning we will go in search of the whale shark (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes) If we find him we will have the opportunity to swim with him on 2 occasions, in the company of one of our certified guides. With luck we will also be able to observe giant manta rays and turtles along the way.Note: the tour is a whale shark search it is not 100% the sighting but our local guides and captains will do their best
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Cabo Catoche

    Later we go to another Cabocatoche nature reserve, where we will do another snorkel if we are lucky we will be able to observe turtles, cat sharks, manta rays, sea horses and many species of fish.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Cabo Catoche

    Finally, let yourself be amazed by the most beautiful beaches of Holbox. where we will be waiting for you with a fresh ceviche and a cold beer.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Snorkeling tour with the whale shark in Holbox with transportation?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-293060P8

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    What's Included

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    • LunchAsk about vegetarian options
    • Snackssandwich and fruit
    • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
    • Bottled water
    • Private transportation
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Use of Snorkelling equipment

    Additional Info

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    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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    Cancellation Policy

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    Free cancellation
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This tour 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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