--- title: Full Day Tour to the Best of Holbox lang: en type: tour city: Playa del Carmen country: Mexico price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.58 reviews: 121 duration_minutes: 540 duration_max_minutes: 660 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Holbox boat trip and free time rank_in_category: 8 of 11 (Day Trips from Tulum) schedule_checked: 2026-10-09 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/full-day-tour-to-the-best-of-holbox/ --- # Full Day Tour to the Best of Holbox **Guidekin's take:** Explore Holbox by boat, taking in beaches and sandbanks with free time to explore on land. Air-conditioned transport, ceviche, baguette, salad and drinks are included; the ecotax is extra and must be paid in cash. 4.58 from 121 reviews at €90 per person for 9h–11h. In our comparison: #8 of 11 in Day Trips from Tulum, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Paradise has a name: Hol Box, is located in the extreme north of Q. Roo, Mexico. World-renowned for being the natural sanctuary of the Whale Shark, Manta rays, among other species. In addition to the great diversity of birds that inhabit and visit it during the year, such as flamingos, pelicans and frigatebirds. Discover through a boat tour its paradisiacal and quiet beaches, surrounded by amazing natural views and extensive sandbanks. Free time to explore the picturesque streets of the Island, its murals or enjoy its beaches, enjoy a select menu accompanied by a refreshing water of the day. Refresh yourself and recharge your batteries in the crystal clear waters of Laguna Yalahau. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 07:00: one departure a day **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person for the Full Day Tour to the Best of Holbox from Cancun option; other options up to €590 - Duration: 9h–11h - Rating: 4.58/5 from 121 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ekinox Tours - Group: Shared tour · private option available - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 07:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09 ## Reviews 4.58 from 121 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 88% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 107 of 121. - 5 stars: 100 (83%) - 4 stars: 7 (6%) - 3 stars: 5 (4%) - 2 stars: 2 (2%) - 1 star: 7 (6%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Full Day Tour to the Best of Holbox from Cancun | €90 / person | Spanish, English | Pickup included | | Holbox PLUS from Cancun | €108 / person | Spanish, English | Box lunch Pickup included | | Private Tour | €590 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English | Private Tour Pickup included | ## What's included - Soda/Pop - Bottled water - Alcoholic Beverages - Ceviche, Baguette and Salad - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Admissions, rents, fees and shipping. ## Itinerary 1. **Holbox Island** (2h) - Free time on Holbox Island. 2. **Isla De La Pasion** (30m; admission included) - Bird watching and walk on the Island 3. **Punta Mosquito** (45m; admission included) - Free time to eat and swim. 4. **Yalahau Lagoon** (45m; admission included) - Swimming and free time in Ojo de Agua / Laguna ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting point is outside the Starbucks in Tulum, just 100 meters from Domino's Pizza. Located in Tulum, there you will find our guide, identified in blue uniform with the logo and name "Ekinox Tours" in silver letters, waiting for you at the entrance of the square to start the tour. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Activity recommended for over 5 years of age. - Ecotax not included, 30 usd per person to be paid in cash. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Tulum | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 11** | €90 | 9h–11h | 4.58 (121) | shared | | [Snorkeling with Caribbean fish and private cenote exploration](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/snorkeling-with-caribbean-fish-and-private-cenote-exploration/?format=md) | €154 | 6h | 4.97 (213) | shared | | [Private Guided Cenotes and Underground River Exploration](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/private-guided-cenotes-and-underground-river-exploration/?format=md) | €181 | 5h | 4.99 (172) | private | | [Whale Shark Snorkeling Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/whale-shark-snorkeling-experience-from-cancun-and-riviera-maya/?format=md) | €208 | 6h 30m | 4.78 (78) | shared | Ranked #8 of 11 in Day Trips from Tulum by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €38 to €208, median €126; typical length 8h. 1 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/day-trips-from-tulum/?format=md ## More in Playa del Carmen - All Playa del Carmen tours: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/full-day-tour-to-the-best-of-holbox/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/?format=md