Holbox Adventure
ISLA HOLBOX, QUINTANA ROO, MEXICO
While cruising the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, Holbox is a beautiful island to discover when cruising Quintana Roo, Mexico. The Mexican Caribbean has a crown jewel called Isla Holbox. The Mayan word Holbox translates to “black hole”. This small beautiful island is a protected area located on the north side of Playa del Carmen and it covers 26 miles long and 1.25 miles wide. It’s connected to the mainland by a sandbar with several channels that connect the Yalahau lagoon with the Caribbean Sea. |
Holbox Adventure offers exciting tours to this fantastic island of 3,000 inhabitants. There are no paved roads in Holbox, only streets of sand so it’s like stepping back in time. Modern vehicles are few and far between and the main form of transportation are golf carts, bicycles, and motorcycles. The island has about 20 hotels, quaint buildings and modern construction that contribute to its charm. The island actually belongs to the municipality of Lazaro Cardenas within the state of Quintana Roo.
The island is protected and part of the Department of Wildlife Protection Yum Balam and for that reason, the locals are very driven and interested in protecting the area which is also home to endangered species.
If you’re a foodie who’s looking for some great cuisine, there are local and international restaurant choices on the island whether it is fresh seafood you seek, or the flavors of a nice plate of local Mexican food.
Holbox Adventure Tours offers land, fishing, and boat tours. They have whale shark tours, bird watching tours, snorkeling, deep sea fishing, and ruins like Chichen Itza and more. The company is a locally owned Mexican business that operates their own vehicles that always have an on-time pick up. They are committed to providing unforgettable experiences through high quality services that guarantee customer satisfaction. They have highly rated reviews on TripAdvisor because they don’t overbook or oversell their tours like many others in the area do.
The island is full of happy people who are chilled and relaxed giving the island that laid back feeling in a picturesque setting that everyone comes to visit for. Learn more about Yucatan tours and attractions and cruising near the Island of Holbox, Mexico, with Yucatan Cruises.
The island is protected and part of the Department of Wildlife Protection Yum Balam and for that reason, the locals are very driven and interested in protecting the area which is also home to endangered species.
If you’re a foodie who’s looking for some great cuisine, there are local and international restaurant choices on the island whether it is fresh seafood you seek, or the flavors of a nice plate of local Mexican food.
Holbox Adventure Tours offers land, fishing, and boat tours. They have whale shark tours, bird watching tours, snorkeling, deep sea fishing, and ruins like Chichen Itza and more. The company is a locally owned Mexican business that operates their own vehicles that always have an on-time pick up. They are committed to providing unforgettable experiences through high quality services that guarantee customer satisfaction. They have highly rated reviews on TripAdvisor because they don’t overbook or oversell their tours like many others in the area do.
The island is full of happy people who are chilled and relaxed giving the island that laid back feeling in a picturesque setting that everyone comes to visit for. Learn more about Yucatan tours and attractions and cruising near the Island of Holbox, Mexico, with Yucatan Cruises.
- Advance Reservations Suggested -
- A variety of different activities are offered daily -
- Please check website for specific dates & times -
- A variety of different activities are offered daily -
- Please check website for specific dates & times -
Learn more about the different tours Holbox Adventure offers please visit their website.
Address: Calle Tiburón Ballena s/n, 77310 Holbox, Q.R., Mexico
Phone: +52 984 135 6451
Address: Calle Tiburón Ballena s/n, 77310 Holbox, Q.R., Mexico
Phone: +52 984 135 6451
Updated1/14/21 - lls