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15 Best and Fun Things To Do In Isla Holbox, Mexico


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Isla Holbox, also referred to as the Island of Joy or the Island of Happiness, is a pristine haven with silky white shorelines, pristine turquoise waters, and verdant tropical rainforests. It boasts gorgeous hidden bays and calm coves that provide an ideal environment for snorkeling and scuba diving. Furthermore, the island is adorned with captivating ruins from the Mayan era, including a temple featuring over 400 intricately carved stone steps leading to a circular rooftop, which was once utilized as an observatory.

If you’re looking for things to do in Isla Holbox, there are tons of activities you can take advantage of while visiting. Here is our list of some great places to visit if you go to Isla Holbox with your family or friends

The 15 Most Popular Things To Do In Isla Holbox, Mexico

15. Isla Cabo Catoche

4.8 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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14. Flights Holbox

3.4 ★★★☆☆ (5 reviews)

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13. Escape Room Holbox

4.9 ★★★★★ (18 reviews)

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Location: At Tribu Hostel Av Pedro Joaquin Coldwell Holbox Q R

Tel:  984-136-8852

Web Address:   https://escaperoomholbox.com/

12. LETRAS HOLBOX

4.5 ★★★★★ (170 reviews)

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Location: 77310 Holbox Quintana Roo

11. Holbox

4.6 ★★★★★ (171 reviews)

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Location: C Canane s n Holbox Q R

Tel:  984-108-7514

Web Address:   https://iholbox.com/

10. Refugio Holbox Animal Sanctuary

4.9 ★★★★★ (268 reviews)

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Location: C Tintorera Holbox Q R

Tel:  984-875-2352

Web Address:   https://refugioanimalholbox.com/

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9. Holbox Adventure

5.0 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

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Location: Calle Tiburon Ballena Zona 2 Centro Holbox Q R

Tel:  984-135-6451

Web Address:   http://holboxadventure.com/

8. Go holbox transfers

4.4 ★★★★☆ (21 reviews)

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Location: Calle Porfirio Diaz Holbox Island Quintana Roo Holbox Q R

Tel:  984-136-8852

Web Address:   https://goholboxtransfers.com/

7. Muelle de Holbox

4.6 ★★★★★ (28 reviews)

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Location: Holbox Quintana Roo

6. Cabo Catoche

4.6 ★★★★★ (32 reviews)

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5. Holbox Shuttle – Cancun Airport

3.8 ★★★★☆ (44 reviews)

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4. Punta Mosquito

4.7 ★★★★★ (306 reviews)

Location: 77310 Holbox Quintana Roo

3. Playa Holbox

4.7 ★★★★★ (613 reviews)

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2. Playa Punta Cocos

4.7 ★★★★★ (2,170 reviews)

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Location: Lazaro Cardenas Chetumal Quintana Roo

Tel:  987-878-3094

1. Hoyo negro Yalahau

4.6 ★★★★★ (2,172 reviews)

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Location: Isla Holbox Coral Rivera Cancun Q R

Web Address:   https://en-holbox.com.mx/yalahau/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Isla Holbox, Mexico! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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