Bioluminescent Kayaking Tour: Experience Magical Plankton Glow under Starlit Skies
4.5
73 Ratings
Holbox Island

Immerse yourself in this extraordinary event by night kayaking along the coast and sandbanks of our island. Experience the enchantment of glowing plankton in the water enveloped by a magnificent cloak of stars.

Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Holbox Island - Immerse yourself in Bioluminescence and enjoy a night roam under the stars of Holbox
What's Included
  • Life insurance and medical expenses coverage.
  • Bilingual guide for better communication.
  • All necessary equipment provided.
  • Complimentary water to stay hydrated.
  • Biodegradable repellent for environmental protection.
What's Not Included
  • The drop off is not included
Location
Holbox Island
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(73 Ratings)
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Jaime_k
Jan 3, 2024
You won't believe your eyes - This was the hightlight of our trip to Holbox! A truly unique experience, leave your phone at home, wear aqua socks and something that is ok to get wet but also protect you from the elements.
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Christopher_c
Jan 3, 2024
A beautiful glowing experience - Great experience! They picked us up at a convenient location near our hotel. Our guide Dali was very helpful and informative. Everything was very straightforward. I’m from Puerto Rico and have been to all 3 bioluminescent bays there and I must say I was pleasantly surprised by how great and beautiful this one in Holbox was! Both the water and the sand bank where they took us glow up (even our footsteps in the sand glow which I have never seen before!). Highly recommended!
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Sarahmichelle_a
Nov 11, 2023
Unique experience in Holbox! - Lovely experience - from beginning to end. Daniela our guide was so nice and knowledgeable! Kayaking under the stars was already a great experience plus the plankton.
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Maria_m
Aug 12, 2023
Do it - The tour is beautiful and the guides are exceptional. They make the experience unforgettable. Highly recommend it.
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Bente_h
Jul 30, 2023
Highly recommended! - Our guide was wonderful - friendly, knowledgable and enthusiastic. We kayaked out at night, were lucky to find the bioluminescence and swim among it. Highly recommended!
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Alain_l
Jul 16, 2023
Good experience on reasonable price! - Great expérience, nice staff, well manage by the Honduras women and her Team! Not has the pictures mention it, but cool to see the star effets in the water!
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Rebecca_r
Jun 6, 2023
Must-do experience - This tour was AWESOME! We’ve never seen anything like this. Mimi and Diego were amazing, communicative hosts. Would highly recommend. And an fyi, because we missed this in the instructions: wear a bathing suit so you can jump in the water!
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Poppy_f
Apr 20, 2023
Magical - The guide was friendly, informative, relaxed, and capable. It was an evening with not much bioluminescence, but we still were able to see at least two different kinds, and just floating around on the warm ocean at night under the stars was pretty magical!
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Tyaminator
Apr 17, 2023
Amazing experience! - We took off from the Holbox beach and kayaked around near the Playa Mosquito area. When we went far enough we were able to see the bioluminiscent plankton when we swirled our hands in the water, one our kayak paddles and even our clothes! Its currently not at full visibility, but its increasing rapidly. I believe we saw it at 65% visibility. Pick a night where there's atleast 3-5 hours between sunset and moonrise so that you can go on this tour at a reasonable hour. The waters around playa mosquito are not very deep, so swimming is very safe. Everyone has to wear a life vest. One thing to note is that the bioluminescent organisms aren't shining clouds of light as they show in the pictures. Its very subtle, and you will enjoy it once your eyes adjust to the darkness. Part of the experience is also to enjoy kayaking in the dark. Our team was great!
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996matsw
Apr 21, 2023
Act without info - Cancell without communication. Does not listen to explaination. Answer fast but with no intention of helping
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