Wildlife· Isla Holbox· Mexico

Punta Cocos Bioluminescence (Holbox)

21° 30.6′ N · 87° 23.7′ W

The western tip of Holbox, a 30-45 minute walk from the village, where on dark nights the shallows glow with bioluminescent plankton - best by kayak around the new moon.

Practical

Coordinate is the OpenStreetMap beach node for Punta Cocos. Wikivoyage: guided kayak tours about US$50-60 with pickup; cheaper unlicensed operators about MXN 400. Also seen at Punta Mosquitos east of town. Bring repellent.

Best for

Glowing water on a moonless night