Just off the tip of Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula is a small island largely untouched by tourism, despite its proximity to Cancún. Isla Holbox might go unnoticed entirely, except for some unique visitors who come to its warm ocean waters each summer. Their presence is hard to ignore, since they are 40 feet long and weigh 15 tons. These are gentle whale sharks – not whales at all, despite their size, but actually the world’s largest fish. Docile and unafraid, they allow us to swim close enough to observe the checkerboard pattern of pale yellow dots and stripes covering their thick gray skin.
Highlights
- Swim off the Yucatan Peninsula with friendly whale sharks, the world’s biggest fish
- Discover idyllic Holbox Island, home to fishermen and white sand streets
- Cruise around a bird island teeming with flamingoes, pelicans, herons and egrets
Unique Aspects
This amazing tour is guided by some of the very best expedition leaders in the field. In addition to having years of experience in leading small groups around the world, many of the leaders hold one or more Master’s degrees or Ph.D.’s. This is a small and personal tour, as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller groups of travelers.
Best Time to Go
July and August
Accomodations
On Holbox Island, the accommodation is a reflection of the owners’ passion for the arts. Well-designed and full of creature comforts, the hotel has an air of laidback sophistication. Each guest room faces the ocean and is appointed with beautifully designed and crafted furniture. A rainbow of hammocks swinging with the breeze, the rich scent of fresh coffee, the sea visible at every angle, and the enchanting, eclectic cuisine served in its rustically elegant restaurant make this amazing hotel as unforgettable as the trip itself.
Duration
5 days
Sustainable Elements
- Local guides to compliment expedition leaders
- Local accommodations
- The world’s first carbon neutral travel company
- Local goods and services are purchased and provided
- Carbon offsets
Cost
For personal pricing to meet your budget needs, please e-mail Wiser World Travel, or call 303-443-0604, USA toll free 1-877-743-0604.