Holbox facts and tourist informations
Where is Holbox? How do I get there?
- Travel to Chiquila town
- Take a ferry across the Caribbean waters
- Arrive on the fabulous island of Holbox, Mexico!
On the south part of Holbox is a lagoon with a dark bottom. This lagoon looks like a black hole.
Holbox is named for the Maya term for “black hole”.
Holbox Village
Life follows a different pace in Holbox, Mexico. This tiny bit of heaven is out of the way from the rest of the world.
It is also miles from the city’s hectic rhythm. The Mexican government has declared Holbox as a protected area.
Holbox, Mexico is populated by friendly folks who travel around the island on bikes, golf carts or motorbikes.
Visitors to the top-class tourist destination of Holbox can get in touch with nature.
They can also practice some ecotourism without putting its extraordinary fauna in danger.
This will ensure its preservation for future generations to enjoy.
Exquisite food abounds in Holbox, like:
- Shrimp
- Fish
- Crab
- Tuna
- Clams
- Octopus
- Holbox-style lobster
- Traditional ''ceviche''
- Typical fish ''empanadas''
Visitors will also find fresh and exotic fruits, like:
- Papaya
- Mango
- Pineapples
But the classic Holbox drink is coconut water mixed with rum.
It is the ideal meal accompaniment.
Those who discover Holbox enjoy a unique experience, including:
- The best drinks and meals they have ever tasted
- The exuberant marine species
- The beautiful birds
- The pristine beaches with their coralline sands
They also discover everything hidden amongst the waters and the mangrove trees of the enigmatic island of Holbox.
The vacation of a lifetime awaits in Holbox, Mexico!
