Cancun Trip Overview
The places you will visit in this program are the epitome of Mexican paradise. The incredible underwater world of the Caribbean will appear before you, on the protected island of Contoy you will learn about the special value of its flora and fauna. And on Isla Mujeres, you will hear about the ancient Mayan cult and relax in a snow-white bay.
you will have 2 hours of free time to swim in the bay and explore the island
Additional Info
Duration: 7 hours
Starts: Cancun, Mexico
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico
The places you will visit in this program are the epitome of Mexican paradise. The incredible underwater world of the Caribbean will appear before you, on the protected island of Contoy you will learn about the special value of its flora and fauna. And on Isla Mujeres, you will hear about the ancient Mayan cult and relax in a snow-white bay.
you will have 2 hours of free time to swim in the bay and explore the island
Itinerary
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Stop At: Coral Reef Snorkeling, CARRETERA PUERTO JUAREZ PUNTA SAM KM 1.5 SM086 M 2 L28 OFFICE 12, 84, 77520 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico
The tour starts with a visit to a private port where a light breakfast is prepared for you. And then you will go on a 30-minute boat trip to Ixlache Reef, which is the beginning of the second longest coral reef in the world. During snorkeling, you can appreciate the richness and diversity of the underwater world of the region, for which people come here from all over the world.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Isla Contoy, Isla Contoy, Yucatan Peninsula
The next stop is Contoy Island, a specially protected national park with valuable specimens of Caribbean flora and fauna. You will climb to the observation point, which offers a stunning view of the island. Visit the mini-museum of nature and the lagoon, where you will be told about the local birds, and relax on the dazzling white beaches. And in the waterfront cafe, a wonderful lunch will be waiting for you, including tikinchik grilled fish, grilled chicken, fresh vegetable salad, rice, seasonal fruits and drinks.
Isla Contoy is a small island in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, approximately 30 kilometers north of Isla Mujeres. The island is only 8.5 km in length and has an area of 3.17 square kilometres. Since 1961, Isla Contoy is protected by the Mexican government and was declared a national park in February 1998.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Isla Mujeres, Isla Mujeres, Yucatan Peninsula
In conclusion, you will visit the Isle of Women, which in ancient times played an important role in the life of the Maya. During an hour walk through the Old City, you will see the monuments dedicated to the goddess of fertility, Ixchel, learn about her status and role in Mayan culture, and learn how the first conquistadors saw the island. See ethnic houses, celebrity villas and colorful restaurants. You will also have free time for shopping or a relaxing beach holiday in one of the snow-white bays, after which you will set off on your way back.
Isla Mujeres is a Mexican island in the Caribbean Sea, 13 kilometers off the coast from Cancún. It’s a vacation destination known for beaches such as northern Playa Norte, resort hotels and for snorkeling and scuba diving on the surrounding coral reefs. At Punta Sur, the southern tip, there’s a lighthouse, the remains of a Mayan temple and a sanctuary for sea turtles.
Duration: 3 hours
