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Contoy Island and Isla Mujeres Full-Day Tour From Cancun

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This tour stands out by visiting two islands in one day from Cancun: Isla Mujeres and lesser-known Contoy Island, a secluded National Park. After pickup from Cancun, cruise out on a 55-foot (17 meters) boat for the islands. Along the way, stop to snorkel in one of the largest barrier reefs in the world. Explore the island at your own pace for several hours and stop for lunch on the beach before returning to Cancun.

Overview

This tour stands out by visiting two islands in one day from Cancun: Isla Mujeres and lesser-known Contoy Island, a secluded National Park. After pickup from Cancun, cruise out on a 55-foot (17 meters) boat for the islands. Along the way, stop to snorkel in one of the largest barrier reefs in the world. Explore the island at your own pace for several hours and stop for lunch on the beach before returning to Cancun.

Itinerary

  • NexusTours

    Get to know Contoy and Isla Mujeres and enjoy a full day surrounded by nature and fun for the whole family. Sail on the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean sea on board of a 55-foot boat on your way to Contoy, while enjoying the unparalleled view of the bay with a refreshing drink in hand.

    2 hours
  • Isla Contoy

    Get to know Contoy and Isla Mujeres and enjoy a full day surrounded by nature and fun for the whole family. Sail on the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean sea on board of a 55-foot boat on your way to Contoy, while enjoying the unparalleled view of the bay with a refreshing drink in hand.

    Halfway through, you will have the opportunity to snorkel at the incredible Ixlache reef, which is part of the second-largest barrier reef in the world, home to millions of marine species.

    Afterward, head to Isla Contoy, a natural reserve where you can visit the open-air museum, the viewpoint, admire more than 100 species of endemic birds and snorkel in its crystal clear waters. You will have 3 hours to explore at your own pace or to relax and enjoy before returning.

    Lunch in Contoy consists of a delicious buffet on the beach, which includes fresh grilled fish Tikinchik style, chicken, salad, rice, fruit, and open bar drinks.

    2 hours

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

Los Olivos 66 Boulevard Colosio mza 66 sm 310 lote 24, 77560 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

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Experience

Highlights

  • A full-day boat tour of Contoy Island and Isla Mujeres from Cancun
  • Snorkel in Ixlache Reef, among the largest barrier reefs in the world
  • Don’t stress about packing food: A buffet lunch is included
  • Pickup and drop-off from Cancun hotels (other areas for added cost)
  • Inclusions

    • Beverages (water, soda & beer), and buffet lunch at the beach.
    • Snorkel and safety gear (tube, mask, lifejacket and fins).
    • Air-conditioned transportation, guide service, snorkel gear, lunch and beverages (bottled water, soft drinks, and beer only after snorkel activity)
    • Lunch
    • Certified guide.
    • Discover two islands in the Caribbean: Contoy and Isla Mujeres
    • Transportation, (only from/to centrally located Hotels in the Cancun area).
    • Snorkel in unique locations

    Exclusions

    • Dock tax and access fee to the National Park per person (local charge subject to changes), photo service, souvenirs and tips (optional)
    • A tax must be paid, the charge must be covered when checking in.

    Additional Information

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, swimsuit, sunglasses, and cap or hat. Bring towel, camera, biodegradable susncreen and insect repellant, and cash for dock tax, National Park´s access fee, photos, souvenirs, tips or personal expenses. Dock tax and National Park’s fee per person are not included and must be paid in cash the day of the excursion. Snorkel activity is only for avid swimmers older than 12 years.

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Spanish

    • German

    • Italian

    • French

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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