Trade pavement for powder-soft sand as you skim across the Yum Balam Biosphere toward a barefoot day in Holbox. Start where the sea quiets down—Isla Pasión—scanning the shoreline for flamingos, herons, and pelicans. Glide over mirror-flat shallows to Punta Mosquito, a silver ribbon of sand perfect for minimalist photos and slow living. Your crew sets a simple, elegant beachside picnic, then points the bow toward Holbox town for mural hunts, boho cafés, and a taste of island rhythm. Cap it in the crystal waters of Yalahau spring, where time stretches and worries shrink. Open-water navigation may reveal wild dolphins along the way; sightings are natural and never guaranteed.
What’s Included 👍
What’s Not Included 🚫
FROM $170 USD pp

🦩 Isla Pasión Birdwatching:
Quiet islet for flamingos, herons & pelicans.
Step onto a hush-quiet sand spit inside Yum Balam to spot seasonal flamingos, elegant herons, and brown pelicans. Short, respectful viewing with your guide—perfect for photos without crowding wildlife.

🏝️ Punta Mosquito Sandbar:
Barefoot stroll & beach picnic.
Wade ankle-to-knee-deep along a silver ribbon of sand where sea and sky mirror each other. Snap minimalist shots, then refuel with a simple beach picnic—ceviche tostadas, a torta, and chilled drinks.

💧 Yalahau Spring:
Crystal-clear freshwater swim in mangroves.
Cool off in glass-clear water at the legendary Ojo de Agua. Life vests provided; platforms and ladders make it easy—float, reset, and soak in the reserve’s calm greens.
STEP-BY-STEP ITINERARY
Isla Pasión birdwatching stop
Short landing on a quiet islet inside Yum Balam to observe flamingos, herons, and pelicans. Walk the shallow shoreline while the captain repositions for closer wildlife views. Photos encouraged; respect distance to fauna.
Shallow-water walk on Punta Mosquito sandbar
Wade ankle-to-knee-deep over bright sand flats with turquoise water on both sides. Minimal current, ideal for barefoot strolling and minimalist photos. Possible wild-dolphin sightings during navigation.
PPicnic-style lunch on the beach at Punta Mosquito
Beachside service with two fish-ceviche tostadas and a chicken-breast torta; vegan burrito and ranch salad on request. Soft drinks, water, beer, and a tequila toast included. Packaging and waste handled to Leave-No-Trace standards.
Holbox town time for murals, boutiques, and cafés
Guided orientation then free time to explore colorful street art, boho cafés, and artisan shops. Optional bike rental and gelato stops. Capture the iconic island vibe before returning to the pier.
Swim in Yalahau natural spring
Refreshing dip in crystal-clear waters surrounded by mangroves. Life vest required; platforms and ladders available. Quiet time to float, reset, and enjoy the sounds of the reserve.
FAQ’S
Approximately 12 hours, including transfers, boat navigation, and island stops.
Yes. Pick-up from Cancún and Riviera Maya hotels. Exact time is shared after booking based on location.
Yes. Ages 0–4 travel free. Ages 5–11 have a child rate. If an infant car seat is required, a USD 20 cash fee applies at boarding.
A vegan option is available on request. Advise at booking to ensure preparation.
Covered open-bow boats (“tiburoneras”) for 10–15 passengers, suited to shallow waters.
Restrooms are available at certain stops, but not continuously on board. Plan accordingly.
Safety first. The operator may adjust timing or order of stops, or cancel with reschedule/refund options per the policy.
EXCELLENT Based on 21693 reviews Posted on madeira kVerified Amazing history and cenote! My 2 friends and I loved this tour. It is a long day so prepare yourself. I brought sunscreenn, water, portable charger, towel, water shoes, bathing suit, and a hat and I was ready to go. The tour picks you up early because it is an all day thing so it's best to get an early start. An important thing to remember is that it is an extra charge to get into Chechen itza itself. Before we got there our a tour guide collected pesos or USD if you had it or you could purchase them before you got there. It saved us so much time waiting in an unnecessary line. Once we got there the tour was great. We really loved our tour guide Miriam, we felt that we got to learn lots of new things about the important history of the place. After Chechen itza, we headed to the cenote/buffet lunch. The cenote was beautiful and felt amazing after being in the hot sun. There was a platform that you could jump off and it was such a beautiful experience. I was pleasantly surprised with the buffet food. They had lots of different choices to choose from, it felt like all types of food that you are for sure going to find something you like. It’s your choice whether you want to go in the cenote first or eat first. It’s about 2 hours to do both things and then meet back at the bus. After that then we heated to the small town of Valladolid. It is such beautiful town. We only had 30 minutes there so we decided to do a tequila tasting. We met these great Mayan people who love to share the amazing tequila that they make and that you can only buy there. They had delicious flavors like vanilla, chocolate, coffee, and almond. They were so delicious I wanted to buy a bottle but I had no space in my suitcase. Next time I go back I am for sure saving space for a bottle of the vanilla tequila! My 2 friends and I absolutely loved and enjoyed every second of that day. Would 10/10 recommend, the history of the place is so powerful and everyone needs to experience a cenote in their life!Posted on Luis RVerified Great Tour! It was a great experience even for a solo traveler! Alfredo is such an amazing tour guide and Jose was a wonderful driver.Posted on Shenghan CVerified Amazing We had an amazing time. Never thought 12 hours can experience such a diverse experience. The guide Alfredo is humorous and caring at the same time. I’ve never thought learning about culture can be this fun.Posted on Pranjal TripathiVerified Great Tour- 5 star…!!! Alfred was a great guide… he is very knowledgeable and explains everything very perfectly. Overall this tour was really great. The weather is hot but the AC bus helped alot.Posted on Natalia DVerified It was worth a great experience. A wonderful and comprehensive tour! Alfred, the guide, was very friendly, helpful and educated! He helped us find a great ice cream place. We learned so much and saw so many amazing things. Cannot recommend this tour enough. Make sure to go in the water when you get to Cenote, don’t be scared. Good taco bar at the lunch buffet. All aspects of the tour were great quality well thought through and well worth the money!Posted on Nomad04048884897Verified Chichen Itza! AMAZING Went in March with my Husband. Amazing experience with Alfredo and Jose! Would highly recommend this excursion if planning to see Chichen Itza for the first time. Cenote was beautiful as well.Posted on Joe KVerified Great Staff, Very Friendly and Knowledgeable Alfredo was a great tour guide and José did an amazing job driving the bus. Would recommend to anyone looking to explore snd learn more about the Mayan culture!
