Location: Holbox Island
Top Things to do in Holbox Island
Top Restaurants in Holbox Island
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Top 8 Budget-friendly Things to do in Holbox Island, Quintana Roo
Flamingos and pelicans and herons…oh my! Holbox Island is beloved by bird nerds for its population of exotic avian life. Perched near the Yucatan Peninsula, the island is also a hot spot for whale shark viewing, and kiteboarders love the shallow waters and wide beaches. The white sand streets are relatively unspoiled, as most tourists prefer to party it up in nearby Cancun. A splash in Yalahao Lagoon is about as loco as it gets.
Restaurants in Holbox Island
1. Spa Bambu
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By X3417JZisabellep
Its hard to put into words the magic that took place during my session of reiki healing and holistic massage. Not only did it feel incredible but I feel healed in a way that is hard to comprehend. Nancy has an incredible energy and does wonders when working on you. I feel my energy and way of viewing the world shifting every day. Truly life changing. I booked another appointment straight away the day after and im already regretting not staying longer in Holbox for a third appointment. You have to be ready and completely open for an experience like this, dont resist and just let it take you where it needs to. Ill remember this experience forever thank you Nancy!
2. Refugio Holbox
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5.0 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By alexmezcalito - Isla Mujeres, Mexico
I was there and I was very impressed to see how the staff take care of the dogs, I walk a dog it was a great experience you need to stop by and help to keep this place open they need a lot of help’
3. My Holbox Tours
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5.0 based on 90 reviews
My Holbox Tours is a tiny local and international agency, focused in giving you the best service on the island. Living here, I can tailor the best suited experience for your during and prior to your visit.
4. Barcos Holbox Express
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4.5 based on 245 reviews
The best way to get to Isla Holbox. You can travel on the top enjoying the sea breeze, or in the cabin in reclining seats and air conditioning. In approximately 20 minutes you will arrive comfortably safe to your destination.
Reviewed By Alikeenan1 - Berkshire, United Kingdom
This is the ferry service that takes you from Chiquita to Holbox It takes 15 minutes each way, and runs once every 30 minutes. There are a variety of different boats but this is the fastest, and most comfortable with an upper deck that you can sit on during the journey
5. Playa Punta Cocos
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4.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By alexmezcalito - Isla Mujeres, Mexico
Great views! I a great spot for tanning, not to crowded!! Outstanding place to enjoy sunset!! You can see Flamingos!!
6. Holbox Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 703 reviews
Reviewed By 773alastairg - Servion, Switzerland
Some beautiful beaches and delicious food. Currently still quite basic, with sand roads and limited street lighting and internet. Plenty of birdlife to be seen and other wildlife too, plus of course the stunning sea. (right on the boarder between the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean). Still low key, but under development, so likely to change going forward. That'll be a sad loss.
7. Punta Mosquito
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4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By krys_k - London, United Kingdom
To get here it’s best to hire a bike and cycle as far as you can north. After that, it’s a bit of a trek through thickets / along the beach until you can’t go any further. And then you turn left and walk into the sea until you hit the sandbar. Turn right, walk along the sandbar and you’re there (alternatively instead of walking along the beach walk out to the sandbar as soon as you see it). I’m guessing the experience is different depending on the tide. For us, wading through the turquoise waters was a waist deep affair, the sandbar below the knees. A very beautiful ‘beach’.
8. Yalahau Lagoon
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 536 reviews
Reviewed By vidyanahar
This is a very scenic lagoon with green waters coming from the Gulf of Mexico, and blue waters coming from the Caribbean Sea. You can actually see the different shades of water. It offers shallow waters by the island of Holbox with very firmly packed white sand underneath the waters. This allows one to walk in 3 ft water for at least a mile inside!
