Since this island is fairly undiscovered, don't expect TONS of things to do. But there are enough options to keep you busy especially if you take time to enjoy the beautiful beaches! 
If you are looking for a little adventure to spice up your relaxing trip, a whale shark tour is the best way to go. Whale sharks are the largest living fish species and feed primarily on plankton, algae and krill. Despite the word "shark" in their name, they pose little to no threat to humans and are historically welcoming to divers and have been known to be playful. This opportunity is available from June to September while the whale sharks enjoy the warm waters near Holbox. Most tours last approximately 5 hours and cost around $75-$85 per person. 
Isla Pajaros "Bird Island" is another popular attraction for visitors to Holbox. The island is located about 30 minutes from Holbox by boat and is home to over 150 different bird species (PS - the island is only 200 feet wide!). To protect the fragile ecosystem, no humans are allowed to walk on the island but you can observe these birds in their natural habitat from viewing terraces and walkways that protect the birds and keep them safe. With the abundant amount of species that visit and live on the island, you can see birds nesting and mothers feeding their young at almost any time of the year. 
If you are a flamingo fan (I happen to know one), you'll want to mark your trip to fall between April and October. While flamingos typically feed on brine shrimp (which is how they achieve that beautiful pink/red color), when they are on Isla Pajaros, they enjoy little red crabs which continue to enhance their colorful feathers. The island is also home to iguanas, snakes and crabs (that have been living on this planet since the time of dinosaurs), in addition to a variety of plant life including cacti, mangroves and wild orchids. If you have the chance, sunset is the best time of the day to visit when all of the species in residence flock back to the island to roost. :)
Another great option, for those who want to see Isla Pajaros but not spend a full trip just there - check out a Holbox Island tour. It sounds straight-forward enough but really, you get to enjoy a variety of what the island has to offer - all in one trip. 
This boat tour will take you to Isla Pajaros for some time with our feathered friends and then you will be brought to the Yalahao Lagoon, where you can swim in the crystal waters of the natural spring (you can also snorkel if you bring your own equipment). The tour will conclude at Isla Pasion, where you can enjoy the virgin sandy beaches, tranquil water and listen to the rustle of the palm trees in the wind. What better way to end the day? :) By the way, when the boat takes you back to Holbox, you will pass through an ocean channel - it's not uncommon for you to see large pods of dolphins swimming in the channel and the island's fishermen at work. These tours run around $20-$25 per person.
Addiitonal activities include:
- Deep sea fishing tours
- Crocodile tours
- Chichen Itza ruins
- Snorkeling tours
- Horseback riding
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