Day Trip to Isla Holbox from Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen

Kudos to Angelo, a spectacular guide. He loves this place and it shows. He explained so much to us along the way, and we...

Simone Galgani

On this day trip, we'll discover the paradisiacal beaches of Holbox Island, a natural haven on the northern coast of the Yucatán known for its spectacular landscapes and remarkable diversity of birdlife.

Details

Duration

12 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Boat or speedboat ride (depending on availability)
Breakfast (depending on day selected)
Lunch (depending on day selected)
1 drink

Not included

Boarding and environmental fees: 40USD per person
Supplement for departure from Tulum: 200MXN

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

8.4

Excellent 13,463 Travelers·829 reviews

August 22, 2026
Simone Galgani
Napoli, Italy
Kudos to Angelo, a spectacular guide. He loves this place and it shows. He explained so much to us along the way, and we were truly thrilled. He was v...
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August 14, 2026
Manuel
Madrid, Spain
An excellent excursion! Everything was very well organized, from beginning to end. The route was incredible, the scenery spectacular, and the team's a...
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August 6, 2026
Unai Maiz Esquisabel
Elgoibar, Spain
A really fun excursion. The island is amazing, with very soft sand. The guide was fantastic, with a sharp but respectful sense of humor. We also enjoy...
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July 13, 2026
Vanessa
Italy
We visited several iconic spots on Holbox Island. Our Mexican guide, Emanuel, spoke the languages of the tour perfectly (I should point out that we're...
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April 25, 2026
Mila Hurtado
Spain
Great day in a paradise-like place. Éric (guide) made everything very enjoyable with his explanations and friendliness. We would like to note that at...
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September 26, 2026
Jose Antonio Delgado Cruz
Tenerife, Spain
Excellent guide, Erick, very well-trained and with excellent presentations. Thank you.
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August 31, 2026
Daniel Girona Corral
Begues, Spain
A perfect 10!! The service and professionalism of both the guide Eric and the driver were outstanding!! He has extensive knowledge of and a deep appre...
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August 22, 2026
Saray Arias Pelaez
Spain
Highly recommended, we loved it from beginning to end.
With friends
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August 14, 2026
Luis Daniel
Santa Cruz De La Palma, Spain
A dream island for beach lovers; staying overnight is recommended to make the most of it.
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August 13, 2026
Anónimo
Madrid, Spain
The excursion was incredible, with three stops at three different beaches and then the beautiful town center of Holbox. Our guide, Angelo, was also wo...
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Day Trip Details

After picking you up from your hotel in the Riviera Maya, we'll travel to Chiquilá port, where we'll board a small boat for the crossing to Holbox Island, off the northern shore of the Yucatán.

Our first stop will be at a beach on the western coast of Holbox, where you'll have 45 minutes of free time to soak up the Caribbean sun.

Leaving this spot behind, we'll head to Isla Pasión, a small enclave of unspoiled beaches home to a variety of bird species. In this beautiful tropical paradise, you'll have free time to explore the area and relax at the viewpoint, which offers privileged views over the island.

Our route continues to Punta Mosquito, a stunning untouched beach accessible only from the sea. Between March and October, we may also spot the large population of pink flamingos that use this spot as a breeding and resting ground on their way to South America.

Next, and depending on availability, we'll either stop for lunch at a local beachfront restaurant or eat on board the boat. Either way, we'll enjoy a delicious traditional meal from the region. After eating, you'll have between 1.5 and 2 hours of free time to enjoy the beach and visit the village of Holbox, just a few minutes away on foot.

After a dreamlike day surrounded by the nature and tranquility of Holbox Island, we'll head back to the pier and return to Chiquilá port. From there, we'll take you back to your hotel, wrapping up the trip after 12 to 13 hours.

Itinerary Changes

Please note that the order of the visits described above may vary. If you take the tour on a day other than Monday or Thursday, weather permitting, the visit to Punta Mosquito may not be possible. In that case, we'll take you to Isla Pájaros or the Yalahau cenote instead.

Flamingo Sightings

While large populations of pink flamingos are commonly present in this area between March and October, these animals live in the wild and are unpredictable.

8.4

Excellent 13,463 Travelers·829 reviews

August 22, 2026
Simone Galgani
Napoli, Italy
Kudos to Angelo, a spectacular guide. He loves this place and it shows. He explained so much to us along the way, and we were truly thrilled. He was v...
With friends
Is this useful?
August 14, 2026
Manuel
Madrid, Spain
An excellent excursion! Everything was very well organized, from beginning to end. The route was incredible, the scenery spectacular, and the team's a...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 6, 2026
Unai Maiz Esquisabel
Elgoibar, Spain
A really fun excursion. The island is amazing, with very soft sand. The guide was fantastic, with a sharp but respectful sense of humor. We also enjoy...
Is this useful?
July 13, 2026
Vanessa
Italy
We visited several iconic spots on Holbox Island. Our Mexican guide, Emanuel, spoke the languages of the tour perfectly (I should point out that we're...
As a couple
Is this useful?
April 25, 2026
Mila Hurtado
Spain
Great day in a paradise-like place. Éric (guide) made everything very enjoyable with his explanations and friendliness. We would like to note that at...
Is this useful?
September 26, 2026
Jose Antonio Delgado Cruz
Tenerife, Spain
Excellent guide, Erick, very well-trained and with excellent presentations. Thank you.
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 31, 2026
Daniel Girona Corral
Begues, Spain
A perfect 10!! The service and professionalism of both the guide Eric and the driver were outstanding!! He has extensive knowledge of and a deep appre...
Is this useful?
August 22, 2026
Saray Arias Pelaez
Spain
Highly recommended, we loved it from beginning to end.
With friends
Is this useful?
August 14, 2026
Luis Daniel
Santa Cruz De La Palma, Spain
A dream island for beach lovers; staying overnight is recommended to make the most of it.
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 13, 2026
Anónimo
Madrid, Spain
The excursion was incredible, with three stops at three different beaches and then the beautiful town center of Holbox. Our guide, Angelo, was also wo...
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Types of activities in Playa del Carmen

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Day Trip Details

Our first stop will be at a beach on the western coast of Holbox, where you'll have 45 minutes of free time to soak up the Caribbean sun.

Itinerary Changes

Flamingo Sightings

While large populations of pink flamingos are commonly present in this area between March and October, these animals live in the wild and are unpredictable.

Day Trip to Isla Holbox