Isla Holbox, a long, narrow island located in the Caribbean, stretches along the northern border of Quintana Roo on the Yucatán Peninsula, not far from Cancún. Part of the Yum Balam Nature Reserve, Holbox hosts many shorebirds, including flamingos, frigatebirds, and pelicans.Well-known for the whale sharks that visit the area, snorkelers can swim with them from late May through early September.In addition, you can view bioluminescent plankton on many moonless nights.Only a small area of the island contains hotels, restaurants, and shopping, so the island remains uncrowded by the tourists who enjoy visiting year-round.
