Holbox

#203 among destinations in Mexico

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Holbox is an island in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, located on the north coast of the Yucatán Peninsula. It is approximately 41.84 kilometres long and 1.5 kilometres wide, and it is separated from the mainland by 10 km of shallow lagoon that is home to flamingos, pelicans and other rich birdlife. Holbox Island is part of the Municipality of Lázaro Cárdenas and also part of the Yum Balam Biosphere Reserve. ()

Alternative names: Area: 21.6 mi²Coordinates: 21°31'25"N, 87°22'47"W

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Quintana RooMexico

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Holbox – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Yum Balam.

5.6 miSE
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Yum Balam
144 min walk • Yum Balam Flora and Fauna Protection Area is a Mexican Flora and Fauna Protection Area located in the state of Quintana Roo in southeastern Mexico. Established in 1994, the nature reserve was the first protected area in Mexico to be created at the request of local communities.