Private Holbox Island boat and buggy tour in Mexico
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Private Holbox Island boat and buggy tour in Mexico

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Duration: more than 8 hours

Based on our commitment to sustainable tourism, all National Geographic Day Tours meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria, and a portion of the proceeds from these tours goes back to the National Geographic Society to fund research and sustainable programs around the world.

Why you’ll love this…
  • This full day tour starts with a two-hour boat trip around Holbox Island in Yum Balam Nature Reserve
  • You'll see the sugar-white sands and flourishing bird species of the secluded islet of Isla Pasion
  • Lunch is served at an exclusive eco-resort followed by downtime to laze on the beach
  • Like the locals, you'll hop in a golf buggy to tour the island, with free time at the town square
  • Your expert local guide will spill all the secrets about the wildlife and culture of Holbox Island
What to expect

Holbox Island is a holiday within a holiday. On this private tour, you'll visit Isla Pasion on a boat trip, enjoy lunch at a five-star eco resort and enjoy a golf buggy tour of the island. Ariel, one of our local guides on this tour, says, ‘Holbox is a habitat for more than 300 endemic and migratory bird species. It's also something of a playground, with activities such as speedboats and beach buggies.'

Board your boat at Chiquila – piloted by a local fisherman – and be whisked off on a two-hour coastal tour. Every other company uses the local ferry. Your guide will point out places known for their wildlife – some 150 bird species have been spotted on the island – and explain what efforts are being made to preserve this habitat. For three decades, Holbox has been part of Yum Balam Nature Reserve. And if you're doing the tour between June and September, you may be lucky enough to catch sight of the island's flamboyant flamingos.

Plus, you'll discover the beauty of the secluded beaches of tiny Isla Pasion – Holbox itself boasts 36km of white-sand strands – before heading to the eco-resort for lunch followed by downtime on the sunloungers. Once your batteries are recharged, you'll hop into a golf buggy -the island's 1,000 residents don't use cars – for some fun exploring the surrounding area. To round off your visit to the island, we'll make our way to Holbox's main square for some free time – it's a great opportunity to pick up some souvenirs or sample local food.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Boat cruise
  • check Buggy ride
  • check Buffet
  • check Snack
What to remember
  • We'll visit Isla Pajaros instead if the golf buggies are unavailable
  • The tour of Holbox Island takes place on a shared boat
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring biodegradable insect repellent
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring a hat
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Provider
TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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    Lotta

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    4.2

    February 4, 2022

    Traveled as a couple


    Den enda turen som fanns att boka i appen var den dyra privata....träffade andra under resans gång.....som bokat billigare från guide på hotellet....den privata som vi åkte ingick det snacks och buffé......vad var snacksen? Buffén var jättefin...vår guide Margerita från Polen, toppentjej

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