Isla Holbox

Isla Holbox is an island in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, located on the north coast of the Yucatán Peninsula. It´s a beach site not yet swamped by foreigners, through guesthouses and hotels are going up rapidly. The island is approx. 25 km long and 3 km wide, with endless beaches, tranquil waters and a galaxy of shells in various shapes and colours.

Holbox is famous for its whale shark viewing - the enormous, gently animals swim past in summer. The only wildlife you won´t enjoy encountering are the mosquitoes, so please prepare for them.

The island is accessed by ferry from the mainland town of Chiquila, and has virtually no cars, with transport by most residents and tourists by golf cart or moped.