Some Whale Shark Pictures

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Whale Shark Tour

Well, I really wanted to share some of the Whale Shark Pictures with you.

We went last Friday 10 to Holbox and had a great adventure.

We leaved Cozumel from the private airport station, at 7:30 am to land 35 min. later over Holbox peninsula

Aerial View leaving Cozumel ---------- Cruise Ship on the way to Cozumel

Before Landing at Holbox

Rustic and nice restaurant at Holbox

We had time for a nice coffee and some cookies before we boarded the 31 feet fast boat for a 1 hr. ride to spot our first sharks.

Only 50 min. after leaving Cozumel we where already on the boat.

Our great guide explaining about Whale Shark behavior and migratory recently discovered patterns.

Holbox guides have a more than 20 years experience and have lot interaction with biologists researching the Whale Sharks.

Our captain, always concerned about our safety and enjoyment.

Can you believe it?

1 1/2 hr. after leaving Cozumel we spotted our first Whale Shark.

Every one gets impressed on first contact with that big mouth in front of you in the water.

After we got satisfied with the animal and tired of been swimming in the water we still had some time to see some really nice places with lots of birds and wildlife.

This is a real paradise and visiting here is an experience we will never forget.

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Whale Shark Tour

Whale Sharks

One of the many highlights found in Mexican travel is the incredible diversity, whether on land, or water. Acknowledging this, Duende Tours has begun an expansion of tours that will soon encompass many of Mexico’s hidden treasures. And now, for the first time, we’re redefining Overseas Adventure Travel.

For us, overseas adventure travel doesn’t mean flying over bodies of water from landmass to landmass: it means exploring the world. More specifically it means taking an adventure that puts you face to face with a great challenge, at this case, with the biggest fish on earth, the Whale Shark.

Why to see the Whale Sharks ?

Taking adventure travel literally overseas gives Duende Tours the opportunity to really share the travel adventure experience Mexico has to offer, coast-to-coast. We’ve always had an affliction for eco tourism and whale shark watching is one of the safest, eco-friendly and most astonishing experiences. Though we won’t be the first to practice this incredible experience, given our reputation, you can rest assured our practices will keep you safe and enjoying a life time experience.

In essence we want to give you, the curious, intrepid traveler of the world, the best of what Mexico has to offer, in caves, jungles, on land, rivers, and now over and under seas!

Aside from the eco-friendly attributes Whale Sharks Tours has, we also love the history behind the practice. It’s rumored that in the 1980’s some people from the fisherman community of Holbox used to fish big snappers that surrounded the Whale Sharks. One day, one of the fisherman started swimming with them and realized they where friendly creatures. After that he started to bring his friends and the story got spread. In matter of no time there were many people from all over the world at Holbox asking them to see the Whale Sharks. Hence, the birth of whale shark watching.

What’s the Whale Shark Watching Experience like?

The whale shark watching and snorkeling experience should be started early in the morning. The higher the temperature raises, the lower the Whale Shark food (plankton) goes However you can also be lucky to see some Whale Sharks all day long.

Is not much what we know about their migratory behavior, but we do know they can move along oceans and that they are not shy and will commonly allow small boats, divers and swimmers to approach. They have been known to make appearances as close as few yards off the beach coast. Moreover, they travel in small groups or alone, usually you can expect to see more than just one whale shark in a single sighting.

The Whale Sharks are in fact dark in color with gray spots that's why they are call Domino, because of the spots. They can reach a body length of about 18 mts !

Don’t miss your chance this year!

Whale Shark Tour

Tulum Vacations

Think of a tropical beach… swaying palm trees; the clear ,blue-turquooise water of the Caribbean sea; the pearl-white soft sand of pristine beaches... and a hammock..... This is Tulum. A world-famous destination known for relaxation or adventure travel, Tulum, Mexico boasts some of the world’s most amazing beaches and snorkeling reefs, among other exciting and fun activities.

Stay at cabañas right on the beach where one could easily spend many days forgetting about the rest of the world.

And for those that rather explore and discover: Tulum has much more to offer.

The late Mayans built their only sea front port right here and Tulum ruins are a unique experience with temples overlooking the ocean next to beautiful beaches.

A few more kilometers to the south lays Sian Ka’an nature reserve: 5,260 square kilometers of protected area with mangroves, jungles, cenotes and coral reefs.

More inland you will find many caves and cenotes. Cenotes are underground river systems that have accessible openings on the surface. Snorkeling or scuba diving in a cenote is an experience of a lifetime, as the water is crystal clear and the caves are naturally decorated with the most amazing rock formations.

Coba Mayan ruins make another excellent daytrip from Tulum. You can rent a bi- or tricycle and peddle on a jungle tour from ruin to ruin. Coba is home to Yucatan’s tallest Mayan temple; 42 meters, providing an astonishing view over the Yucatan peninsula.

Duende Tours can help you make reservations for beach cabañas in Tulum. Prices differ from 25 to 150 US dollar per night for a double room.

Tulum is within 2 hours of Cancun International Airport.

Adventure travel activities from and in Tulum are easy to arrange while you are there and Duende Tours can help you find the information you need. Don’t hesitate to Contact Us with any questions about this very special destination.

These are a couple of option for you to see:

• Tulum and Sian Ka’an Tour
• Tulum and Zip Line Tour

Other options near Tulum:

• Sian Ka´an
• Cenote Snorkeling
• Whale Shark Tour

Great Adventure Travel