Kayaking Tour Through the Mangroves in Isla Holbox
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
On this tour you will be guided through the winding mangroves where you will get the opportunity to see various birds and spectacular scenery. You are also likely to see crocodiles to make this an unforgettable experience.
Inclusions
What's included
- Double kayaks
- Bottled water
- Hotel pick-up and return
- Professional Guide
- A protein bar is included for each guest
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
We begin the day with a hotel pickup and head toward the kayak area at Punta Mosquitos. Upon arrival, we will get ready with all the necessary equipment and provide a brief introduction before starting the tour. You will then receive your double kayak and begin paddling through these stunning mangroves, home to a wide variety of coastal bird species. Along the way, you may spot crocodiles basking along the banks of the channels, and, depending on the season, you might also catch a glimpse of flamingos. In the mangroves, the water is calm and relaxing and you can hear the songs from the birds. Your professional guide will provide you with information about the flora and fauna you see to enhance your experience. The mangrove tour follows the same route in and out, entering and returning through the main channel. Once we exit the mangrove canal, there will be time to stretch your legs, relax, and have some water before beginning the return to the starting point.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 76 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Kayaking in Holbox
We had the greatest time kayaking with Carlos! I e never seen so many different wild birds and flamingos. We even saw a crocodile! Very fun. If it’s windy you will Get an arm Workout!
5Kayaking through the mangroves
Well organized kayak tour by very knowledgeable guide. Explained in great detail visible flora and fauna and ecological importance of mangroves. Great activity for all - highly recommended!
5Excellent excursion!
This was an amazing tour¡ We were thrilled to see crocodiles and flamingos and many other birds. Kayaking through the mangroves is very tranquil and inspiring. Our guide Diego was very informative and knowledgeable, patient and passionate about the reserve. We highly recommend this tour if you enjoy kayaking and the sunset on the water was beautiful.
5Fabulous kayak adventure in Holbox!
Excellent tour! We decided to go on the 6 am sunrise one and it was fantastic! Ivan our guide clearly loves what he does He had so many incredible facts about the animals and marvelled in the flock of Flamingos alongside us. So many birds and several crocs. Even my teenagers loved this! Highly recommend!
3nature was beautiful
I enjoyed the experience! the guide came to pick us up at the hotel on time and was very kind. the reason why I gave it 3 stars is because I had never kayaked in my life before the activity,but it said that it was ok to not have any experience. So I was surprised the the guide did not even ask us if we knew how to use the paddles,nor did the explain how. I was lucky that my partner knew how: he explained to me how to use my paddles. I am not sure I had the right movement because my shoulders ended up hurting a lot after kayaking for 2 hours. the nature was beautiful but we found it difficult to hear the guide because we were not kayaking as fast as him the guide would explain wildlife and ask us questions but it was often hard to hear
5Kayaking to see birds
Guided kayaking tour with pick-up and drop off. Our group was small, just 5 of us plus the guide. Pick-up was before dawn, so we watched the sunrise from the water. Good birdwatching. As the tide was out, we also walked a little on the edge of the reserve. Well organized.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 7 travellers
- Operated by
- VIP Holbox Experience
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 6 years
- It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, insect repellent, a hat, biodegradable sunscreen and a camera
How it compares in Isla Holbox
- Its from-price is 20% below the median of the 57 experiences we list in Isla Holbox.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 57.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Isla Holbox
Isla Holbox is a car-free sand island off the north coast of the Yucatán peninsula, with shallow turquoise water, flamingos and whale sharks in summer.
Isla Holbox lies off the northern tip of the Yucatán peninsula in Quintana Roo, separated from the mainland by a shallow lagoon and reached by a short ferry crossing from the village of Chiquilá. The streets are made of sand, and golf carts and bicycles take the place of cars. Colourful murals cover the walls of the small town, and a long beach of pale sand and warm shallow water runs along the island.
Top-ranked sights in Isla Holbox: Punta Mosquito.
