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  • Searching for the Whale Shark

    Searching for the Whale Shark

    2,700.00 MXN

    Niños
    6 a 16 años
    Adultos
    Mayores de 17 años
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    Venture into the incredible experience of the Whale Shark Search and immerse yourself swimming alongside these giants of the ocean; You will also visit Cabo Catoche to snorkel in its reefs and if we are lucky we will be able to admire turtles, dolphins, manta rays and more.

    During this experience you will be accompanied by a captain and guide specialized in the Whale Shark Search activity, who will provide you with all the snorkeling equipment, inform you about the route and the different visiting points, and will end by preparing a delicious fish ceviche. to delight your palate.

    DEPARTURE TIME:

    7:00 am.

    PICKUP TIME:

    • The pick up time will be between 15 – 20 minutes prior to the departure time of the tour or contracted service.
    • The pick up is exclusive for clients staying in hotels within the Island of Holbox.

    NOT SUITABLE FOR:

    • Children under 5 years old.
    • In accordance with the conditions of the NAUTICAL TOURISM permit granted by the Secretary of the
    • Navy through the Port Captaincy.
    • Pregnant women.
    • Older adults.
    • People with spinal problems.
    • People with mobility problems.
    • People in wheelchairs.
    • People with heart conditions.
    • People with neurological or nervous conditions.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

    • The price between ADULT and CHILD is not variable due to the limited capacity of the boats; This specification of passengers is by regulation of regulatory authorities outside of this company.
    • Likewise, it is your full knowledge that if children are included in your experience, it will be necessary to agree with the terms and conditions of service, as well as sign the RESPONSIVE LETTER by the child passenger.

    More Info

    What does my tour include?

    • Hotel-boat transfer.
    • Bracelet with the right to enter the Whale Shark area.
    • Travel insurance.
    • Waters.
    • Refreshments.
    • Fruit.
    • Fish ceviche.
    • Snorkeling equipment.
    • Lifevest.
    • Captain and guide specialized in the activity.

    What is the route?

    • Transfer hotel – boat.
    • Possibility of sighting stingrays, turtles and dolphins.
    • Visit and swim with the whale shark.
    • Snorkeling in the reefs of Cabo Catoche.
    • Visit to Cabo Catoche.
    • Travel to the Santa Paula River to walk, swim and take photographs.
    • Possibility of sighting flamingos in Punta Mosquito.

    What doesn't my tour include?

    • Transfer boat – hotel.
    • Tips.
    • Personal expenses.
    • No unspecified service.

    Tips

    • Towel.
    • Biodegradable sunscreen.
    • Cap.
    • If you think you are suffering from any type of dizziness or nausea, take, under your own responsibility and responsibility, an antihistamine 20 minutes before getting on the boat.

    Official Regulations

    • The maximum capacity per boat is 10 passengers plus 2 crew members.
    • One boat is allowed per whale shark and a maximum of 2 swimmers accompanied by a guide. (Maximum of 2 rounds per swimmer).
    • If 5 or fewer whale sharks are sighted and the concentration of boats is greater than 5, the activity will be exclusively observation without entering the water to swim.
    • There are no outings or visits to the whale shark swimming and watching area on the 30th of each month of the season.

    Learn more about the Code of Conduct: Watch, Don’t Touch.

    Cancellation policy

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience departure time.
    • If the experience is canceled less than 24 hours before departure time, the subscription will not be refundable.
    • If the experience is canceled due to weather conditions, you will be offered another date or a full refund.
    • The deadline for cancellation and/or modifications is based on the local time of the place where the experience takes place.Find out more about cancellations in our terms and conditions.

    Know More

    The Whale Shark is the largest fish in the world that can measure more than 15 meters in length and weigh up to 13 tons; There are few places in the world where you can witness your visit, Holbox is one of them.

    Every year, from June 1 to September 15, the sighting areas of this fish are noted on the coasts of the Mexican Caribbean, specifically northeast of Holbox and is made up of males and females, the latter show evidence of reproduction, that is Therefore, the uniqueness of Holbox makes it even more important to guarantee its protection.

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    Experienced Guides

    Our guides have years of experience that will make this day perfect.

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