Despite a well-earned reputation as being the place in the Yucatan where you go to escape the busy tourist scene, Holbox has a nice list of activities to keep the relatively low number of visitors it welcomes each year excited to come back. The island is best known for its birding scene, but as it is located where Gulf Coast Waters and the Caribbean Sea, watersports are unparalleled. Whale shark tours have recently become popular, and the simple pleasures like beachcombing shouldn't be overlooked either.
Holbox is a little known island, so tourist fishing is not very developed here. However, as an island, there is a rich local tradition of fishing that visitors can join in on while on the island.
Deep Sea Fishing is a popular sport in this area, as indicated by the presence of 5 charter fishing services located in this area. To get more information about this specific topic, read this page, about deep sea fishing in this area.
Additional information about local providers that can help you get out on the water can be seen below.
| Name | Phone | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Holbox Collection | (998) 267-9836 | 0.3 mi. South of Downtown Holbox |
| Holbox Island Tours | (984) 875-2028 | 0.3 mi. South of Downtown Holbox |
| Mexican Caribbean Tours | (998) 267-7845 | 0.3 mi. South of Downtown Holbox |
| VIP Holbox | (984) 875-2107 | Downtown Holbox |
| Whale Shark Tours by Holbox Travel | (866) 262-8621 | 0.3 mi. South of Downtown Holbox |
If you'd like to learn about nearby marinas and charter operators click this link.
Read this page if you'd like to find out about shopping on Holbox.
Sightseeing is another popular activity for visitors to Holbox. To get more information on area sightseeing attractions, visit this page.
Check the following chart for information concerning a firm that can help you get the most out of your sightseeing time.
| Name | Phone | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Holbox Collection | (998) 267-9836 | 0.3 mi. South of Downtown Holbox |
| Holbox Island Tours | (984) 875-2028 | 0.3 mi. South of Downtown Holbox |
| Holbox Travel | (866) 262-8621 | 0.3 mi. South of Downtown Holbox |
| Mexican Caribbean Tours | (998) 267-7845 | 0.3 mi. South of Downtown Holbox |
If you love snorkeling you're in luck -- you can easily find places to do so within easy reach of Holbox. Anyone who needs to find out more about opportunities to go snorkeling by visiting this page.
Information about one other option is shown down below.
| Name | Type | Phone | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Potrillos | Horseback Riding Site | -- | 0.4 mi. South West of Downtown Holbox | Holbox |
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