Plan & Reserve
Plan & Book
Pricing
Standard Rates
Trip Pricing
- Full-day Guided Boat: $650 · $150 booking deposit (includes lunch, guide, all tackle instruction)
- Half-day Guided Boat: $450 · $100 booking deposit
- Mangrove Walk & Wade: $325 · $125 booking deposit (technical sight-fishing coaching included)
- Gear Rental: $50 per fishing day, paid directly to your guide on the day — not collected online (complete 8–12 weight fly setup)
Deposit online to hold your date · balance paid to your guide on the day.
Every Trip Includes
Know Before You Book
Booking Policy
By completing a booking you agree to these terms. For questions, contact us at vivaflyfishing@gmail.com.
Before You Book
Booking & Cancellation
Day Trips
A booking deposit is required upfront at the time of booking.
Cancel more than 7 days before your trip and your deposit is refunded in full, any time.
Cancel 7 days or less before your trip and the deposit is non-refundable.
If you book inside 7 days, the deposit is non-refundable from the moment you book.
If we call your trip off for weather — port closure or unsafe conditions — your deposit is refunded in full or moved to a new date, your choice.
Fish & Stay Packages
60 or more days before arrival: deposit refunded, less the card processing fee.
30 to 59 days before arrival: deposit held as a credit toward a trip within 12 months.
30 days or less: deposit forfeited.
Weather or circumstances beyond our control: free reschedule or full credit.
Stay Safe & Prepared
Safety & Health
Life Jackets & Safety
Life jackets provided on all boat trips. We follow all Mexican maritime safety regs. Guides carry first aid kits and radio comms.
Sun Safety
Days on water are 6–8 hrs of direct sun exposure. Reef-safe SPF 50+ sunscreen is essential. Lightweight long-sleeve shirts, wide hats, and shade umbrellas help.
Swimming & Wading
Baby tarpon trips involve shallow wading (1–4 ft). Basic swimming ability helps but isn't required. Kids wear life jackets during wading.
Fish Safety
Tarpon have rough mouths and can thrash. Guides handle fish; guests hold rods. No sharp hooks without supervision. Kids should listen carefully to guide instructions.
Bugs & Insects
Mosquitoes and sand flies are active at dawn/dusk. Bug spray (DEET-based), long sleeves, and hats help. Mangrove tours = more bugs than boat days.
Health & Meds
Bring any personal medications, seasickness meds, anti-diarrheal, pain relievers. Holbox has a small clinic; serious issues go to Cancún (1.5 hrs by ferry).
Where to Stay
Recommended Accommodations
Holbox has a range of family-friendly hotels and cabos. All have A/C, WiFi, and basic amenities. We can help arrange bookings or bundle accommodations with your fishing trip.
Casa Mar — Our In-House Lodge
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Stay with us! Our very own in-house lodge, steps from the water. Wake up minutes from the boats and let us handle everything.
Las Nubes
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Luxury ocean-view, pool, restaurant, WiFi. Family suites available. $150–200/night.
Holbox Dream
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Pool, family rooms, great breakfast, close to downtown. $120–160/night.
Casa Blanca
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Budget-friendly, clean, A/C, basic but comfortable. $80–110/night.
Villas Flamingos
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Garden setting, kitchenettes in some rooms, good for families needing flexibility. $100–140/night.
Travel Guide
How to Get to Holbox
Isla Holbox is remote — and that's exactly the point. Here's how to get here from anywhere in the world.
Fly into Cancún
Cancún International Airport (CUN) is your gateway. Direct flights connect from most major US, Canadian, and European cities. The airport is well-served with car rental, taxis, and shuttle services right outside arrivals.
Cancún → Chiquilá (2.5 hrs)
From Cancún, take Highway 180 west then head north on MEX-5 toward Chiquilá. Google Maps works great for this route. You can rent a car at the airport (recommended), take a pre-booked shuttle, or grab a colectivo (shared van) from the ADO bus terminal in Cancún. We recommend Holbox Adventure for the best shuttle service to get from your airport all the way to your hotel.
Chiquilá → Holbox Ferry (30 min)
From Chiquilá dock, ferries run frequently throughout the day (roughly every 30–60 min) and cost around $100–120 MXN (~$6 USD) each way. The ride takes about 30 minutes across the lagoon. Cars stay on the mainland — Holbox has no cars, only golf carts. You can park at a guarded lot in Chiquilá.
You're in Holbox
Once off the ferry, you're steps from town. There are countless taxi golf carts and off-road vehicles that will take you to your hotel from the dock for between 100–200 pesos depending on the distance.
Common Questions
FAQ
Angler Questions
Ready to Fish?
Reserve Your Dates
Send us a message with your target species, preferred season, and skill level. We'll get back to you within 24 hours to confirm dates, answer questions, and lock in your trip.
A booking deposit secures your date and is paid securely online by card. The balance of your trip is paid directly to your guide at the end of the day — cash or card, whichever is easiest for you. Your exact deposit and balance are confirmed in writing when you book.
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