Isla Contoy: Snorkeling and nature, educational experience and certified guide

Discover Isla Contoy, one of the most special natural treasures of the Mexican Caribbean. This protected nature reserve represents the unspoiled Caribbean, almost vanished from the modern world. Snorkel the Mesoamerican Reef and visit Isla Mujeres with federally certified local guides

The tour starts early in the morning at the marina. Listen to the safety briefing from our staff, put on your life jacket, and set sail for Isla Contoy.

During the crossing, admire the turquoise color of the sea, watch the birds in flight, the turtles popping up to the surface, and other inhabitants of the ecosystem that live here.

Upon arrival at Contoy Island, listen to our certified guide explain what you see, why it's here, and how everything is connected as you walk along the trail where you'll discover the island's biodiversity.

After the educational tour, enjoy a fresh meal prepared by the staff that will delight your palate, and then enjoy the beach at your own pace, relax, or simply sit back and take in this magical place.

After you've finished enjoying the island, it's time to go snorkeling. Explore turquoise waters teeming with colorful marine flora and fauna that seem almost unreal. Observe an entire ecosystem of marine life that depends on this reef for its survival. The staff will explain the safety measures and instructions to make the activity a memorable experience.

Arrive at your last stop before the end of the sightseeing tour: Isla Mujeres, where you'll have free time to explore, discover local shops, or simply soak up the atmosphere.

Sail back to Cancún at the end of the day to finish the sightseeing tour where it began.

✓ Enjoy small group sizes (respect for the ecosystem and the experience) ✓ Learn from certified marine biologist guides ✓ Rely on CONANP compliance ✓ Receive real education ✓ Support genuine conservation (your money protects real marine life) ✓ Enjoy full transparency

Included in your experience

✓ All snorkeling gear ✓ Water and soft drinks ✓ Full lunch overlooking the sea ✓ Licensed guide in your language (ecology expert) ✓ Entrance to Isla Contoy (CONANP Natural Protected Area) ✓ Safety briefing and snorkeling technique ✓ Guided nature trail on Isla Contoy ✓ Free time to explore Isla Mujeres

Not included

• Alcoholic drinks (you may bring beer/wine)
• Gratuities for tour guide

Not allowed

• Smoking
• Sunscreen and lotions
• Vapes
• Flash photography
• Speakers
• Drones

Know before you go Not recommended for: Pregnant women, people who have recently undergone surgery, severe cardiovascular problems, chronic back problems We do not guarantee specific sightings The ocean is unpredictable, but always spectacular.

What to bring ☑️ Please bring a towel ☑️ Wear sunglasses ☑️ Bring extra cash for gratuities or souvenirs

Not suitable for

• People with back problems
• People with recent surgeries
• Pregnant women

Not allowed

• Drones
• Explosive substances
• Feeding animals
• Firework
• Fishing
• Flash photography
• Insect repellent
• Littering
• Making fire
• Mobility scooters
• Nudity
• Pets
• Riding the animals
• Scooter
• Smoking
• Smoking in the vehicle
• Smoking indoors
• Speakers
• Sprays or Aerosols
• Sunscreen
• Surfboards
• Tablets/iPads
• Touching animals
• Touching marine life
• Tripods
• Unaccompanied minors
• Vaping
• Weapons or sharp objects