Kayaking Tour Through the Mangroves in Isla Holbox
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
On this tour you will be guided through the winding mangroves where you will get the opportunity to see various birds and spectacular scenery. You are also likely to see crocodiles to make this an unforgettable experience.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 6 years
It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, insect repellent, a hat, biodegradable sunscreen and a camera
What To Expect
Holbox Island
We begin the day with a hotel pickup and head toward the kayak area at Punta Mosquitos. Upon arrival, we will get ready with all the necessary equipment and provide a brief introduction before starting the tour. You will then receive your double kayak and begin paddling through these stunning mangroves, home to a wide variety of coastal bird species. Along the way, you may spot crocodiles basking along the banks of the channels, and, depending on the season, you might also catch a glimpse of flamingos. In the mangroves, the water is calm and relaxing and you can hear the songs from the birds. Your professional guide will provide you with information about the flora and fauna you see to enhance your experience. The mangrove tour follows the same route in and out, entering and returning through the main channel. Once we exit the mangrove canal, there will be time to stretch your legs, relax, and have some water before beginning the return to the starting point.
Options
Kayaking Tour Through the Mangroves in Isla Holbox
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Double kayaks
Bottled water
Hotel pick-up and return
Professional Guide
A protein bar is included for each guest
Gratuities
Pickup points
Nomade Temple Holbox
Calle Caguama, Esquina Cnr Calle Caracol Mexico
Villas Flamingos Hotel
Calle Paseo Kuka S/N, Playa Norte Mexico
Awa Hotel Boutique
Paseo Caray Zna 002 Holbox Mexico
Casa Las Tortugas Petit Beach Hotel & Spa
Av. Damero Manzana 24, Lote 3 Mexico
Villas HM Palapas del Mar
Avenida Plutarco Elias S/N Mexico
Casa Astral Luxury Hotel
Calle Caguama, Calle Estrella de Mar Holbox Mexico
Villas Caracol
Av. Damero Supermanzana de Manzana 49, Lot 001, Hotel Zone Mexico
Delek Holbox
Holbox Island, Mantaraya Street, Holbox Mexico
Holbox Dream Beach Front Hotel
Calle Lisa #2, Entre Paseo Carey Y Av. Pedro Joaquín Holbox Mexico
Villas HM Palapas del Mar
C. P.0 Kuka Manzana 133, 77310 Holbox, Q.R., Mexico Mexico
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
75 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Kayaking through the mangroves
W3293KCshanek,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organized kayak tour by very knowledgeable guide. Explained in great detail visible flora and fauna and ecological importance of mangroves. Great activity for all - highly recommended!
Excellent excursion!
860kriss,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing tour¡ We were thrilled to see crocodiles and flamingos and many other birds. Kayaking through the mangroves is very tranquil and inspiring. Our guide Diego was very informative and knowledgeable, patient and passionate about the reserve. We highly recommend this tour if you enjoy kayaking and the sunset on the water was beautiful.
Fabulous kayak adventure in Holbox!
Laura B,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour! We decided to go on the 6 am sunrise one and it was fantastic! Ivan our guide clearly loves what he does He had so many incredible facts about the animals and marvelled in the flock of Flamingos alongside us. So many birds and several crocs. Even my teenagers loved this! Highly recommend!
nature was beautiful
Medjine Antoine... A,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I enjoyed the experience! the guide came to pick us up at the hotel on time and was very kind. the reason why I gave it 3 stars is because I had never kayaked in my life before the activity,but it said that it was ok to not have any experience. So I was surprised the the guide did not even ask us if we knew how to use the paddles,nor did the explain how. I was lucky that my partner knew how: he explained to me how to use my paddles. I am not sure I had the right movement because my shoulders ended up hurting a lot after kayaking for 2 hours. the nature was beautiful but we found it difficult to hear the guide because we were not kayaking as fast as him the guide would explain wildlife and ask us questions but it was often hard to hear
Kayaking to see birds
butterflyHunter,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guided kayaking tour with pick-up and drop off. Our group was small, just 5 of us plus the guide. Pick-up was before dawn, so we watched the sunrise from the water. Good birdwatching. As the tide was out, we also walked a little on the edge of the reserve. Well organized.
Mediocre
Baksteef,Apr 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The tour was mediocre. The guide was friendly but barely spoke English. We were there at sunrise, and there were at least 4 other tours at the same time, which probably explains why we didn't see much wildlife. Of the wildlife we saw, the guide couldn't tell us much (probably because of the lack of English). We did see some baby crocodiles which was nice, but overall the tour was quite underwhelming. There was no drinking water provided, even though it said it would in the description.
Crocodiles, sand crabs, and more!
Rick B,Mar 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The mangrove ecosystem was fantastic! I recommend the early morning if you hope to experience the crocodiles, we saw five! The guides picked us up at our hotel and returned us, saving us time and cab fare. PSA: mosquitos are for real! Be prepared.
No guidance given
Daniel M,Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00My friend and I could have rented a 2 person kayak for less money and got the same experience. The tour guide gave no insight into the mangroves, nor did he give any guidance on how to navigate the waters. The last part of the tour is essentially in the open ocean and the currents were strong, the tour guide offered no help with this and just paddled ahead to the shore
Great kayaking thru mangroves with birds fishes and alligators
destrys2025,Feb 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely exploration of a different part of Holbox Great experience with interesting explanations of various mangrove types, roles they play in sustaining the island, range of bird species, and we saw one alligator 🐊 sunning itself and another swimming with eyes and nostrils above water Abraham was a terrific guide, we had a nice break in the shallows with snacks, then a gorgeous sunset on final paddle home More exercise than I expected but in a good way!!
Amazing…
L268NPricardor,Feb 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, one of the best i ever did, you can see crocodiles a lot of species of birds and more … top o recommend !
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