ISLA MUJERES GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Two islands, one reef: a low-key day across Isla Mujeres and Contoy
A guided, full-day outing that snorkels the Islaxe reef and visits Contoy Island’s museum and beaches, with lunch and snorkel gear included.
Two islands, one reef: a low-key day across Isla Mujeres and Contoy.
This is a two‑island day tour from Isla Mujeres that visits Contoy Island after a snorkel stop at Islaxe reef—part of the world’s second‑largest reef chain. Guests spend hours on Contoy taking a short walking tour of the museum and shoreline or relaxing on its white sand while a Mayan‑style fish lunch (Tikin Xic) is prepared ashore; the outing returns to Isla Mujeres in the mid‑afternoon.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Snorkel Islaxe — part of the second‑largest reef
Before landing on Contoy the boat makes a snorkel stop at Islaxe reef, allowing guests to enter the water on a reef that forms part of the second largest reef chain in the world.
Contoy’s sands and a short walking tour
On Contoy visitors can join a guided walking tour to see the island’s small museum and surrounding habitats, then settle on snow‑white beaches while lunch is prepared.
Mayan‑style Tikin Xic lunch included
Lunch on the tour is a Mayan‑style Tikin Xic fish prepared for guests on the island; the outing’s price covers meals along with beverages served on board.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The rhythm is straightforward: a morning run to the reef for snorkeling, a slow approach to Contoy for a guided shore walk and beach time, a communal lunch of Tikin Xic, then an afternoon return to Isla Mujeres—ending the outing in the mid‑afternoon.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and what to plan around.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Full‑day outing that includes snorkeling and an island visit; expect a morning departure with return in the mid‑afternoon (times vary by departure point).
The tour provides bottled water, soft drinks (and beer on board after snorkeling), life jackets, and full snorkel gear; lunch is Mayan‑style Tikin Xic fish.
The listed snorkeling full‑day rate for all ages is $150; the price includes national park entrance fee, taxes, and guide services.
Transportation to the meeting point is not included; guests should plan their own arrival and consider tips for the crew separately.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
Departure and return times vary by departure point; for example, departures run roughly from morning until mid‑afternoon with return to Isla Mujeres around 3:30 p.m. when departing from Isla Mujeres and later when departing from Cancún.
What is included in the price?
The price includes all fees and taxes, national park entrance fee, a tour guide, bottled water, soft drinks and other beverages, lunch, full snorkel gear and life jackets.
How much does the snorkeling full‑day cost?
The snorkeling full‑day rate listed for all ages is $150.
Is transportation to the meeting point included?
No — transportation to the meeting point is not included and must be arranged by guests.
Will I get lunch and drinks?
Yes — lunch (Mayan‑style Tikin Xic fish) and bottled water and soft drinks are provided; beer is served on board after snorkeling.
Are safety and snorkeling items provided?
Yes — full snorkel gear and life jackets are provided as part of the tour.