About this experience
Discover the best of the Mexican Caribbean in a single unforgettable day by combining two extraordinary islands with completely different experiences. Explore the untouched beauty of Isla Contoy, a protected national park with strictly limited daily visitors, where pristine beaches, abundant wildlife, and exceptional snorkeling at Ixlaché Reef create an exclusive eco-adventure. Then, experience the vibrant charm of Isla Mujeres, with time to relax on its white-sand beaches, explore its colorful streets, and enjoy its laid-back Caribbean atmosphere. With expert guides, an open bar on board, and the perfect mix of nature, adventure, and relaxation, this tour offers an experience that few Caribbean excursions can match.
At a glance
- Duration: 7 hr–8 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 7 hr–8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes.
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What is included
- Free time for shopping or walk in Isla Mujeres on the way back
- Continental Breakfast
- Bilingual Guides
- Fresh meal served in Contoy Island
- Snorkeling on the reef ixlaché, use of Snorkelling equipment
- Round Transportation
- National Open Bar on board
Not included
- Federal tax , Isla Contoy National Park
Itinerary and highlights
Escape to the untouched paradise of Isla Contoy, one of the Mexican Caribbean’s most beautiful protected nature reserves. Begin your adventure with a scenic boat ride across turquoise waters and enjoy a snorkeling stop at Ixlaché Reef, part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the world’s second-largest coral reef system. Explore colorful coral formations, tropical fish, and vibrant marine life in crystal-clear waters. Once on the island, discover a pristine sanctuary home to more than 150 bird species, native wildlife, and lush vegetation. With a strictly limited number of visitors allowed each day, this eco-tour offers a peaceful and exclusive experience. Perfect for nature lovers, birdwatchers, snorkelers, and travelers seeking adventure, education, and relaxation in one of the Caribbean’s last untouched paradises.
Continue your adventure with a visit to Isla Mujeres, one of the Mexican Caribbean’s most charming islands. Enjoy free time to relax on its stunning white-sand beaches, swim in crystal-clear turquoise waters, or explore the colorful downtown filled with local shops, cafés, and handcrafted souvenirs. Stroll through the island’s vibrant streets, soak up its laid-back Caribbean atmosphere, or simply unwind by the sea. Throughout the excursion, enjoy refreshing drinks from the open bar as you take in the beauty of this tropical paradise. The perfect combination of relaxation, culture, and unforgettable island scenery makes Isla Mujeres an ideal stop on your Caribbean adventure.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meeting points for travelers that are in downtown hotels and Airbnb’s or any location that we can't reach: Cancun Meeting Point: in front of the lobby at Smart Cancún by Oasis in Tulum Avenue The pick-up time is set according to your location, pick up start at 7:00 am and depending on the location the pickup time will be set, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as possible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Pata de peek travel
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes.
- Use biodegradable insect repellent and sunscreen
- Federal tax & marine park $20 USD per person
- Attendance Policy: If the client does not show up (no show) or misses the transportation, they will be required to pay again to reschedule or take the tour on another date. There are no refunds or rescheduling options for no-shows or failures to board the assigned transportation. Thank you for your understanding.
- People over 60 years of age are not allowed to snorkel.
- Date Change, and No-Show Policy Date change requests must be submitted at least 24 hours before the scheduled tour date and pick-up time. Any requests received less than 24 hours before the tour, including last-minute requests made one hour or shortly before pick-up, cannot be accepted. Guests who fail to arrive at the designated meeting point or are not available at the scheduled pick-up time will be considered a No Show. In the event of a No Show, the reservation will be charged at 100% of the total tour price. No refunds, credits, or date changes will be provided. Guests are responsible for providing accurate booking details, being available at the confirmed pick-up location, and arriving on time to avoid missing the tour.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Cancun Meeting Point: in front of the lobby at Smart Cancún by Oasis in Tulum Avenue
The pick-up time is set according to your location, pick up start at 7:00 am and depending on the location the pickup time will be set, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as possible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service
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