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The 15 Best Isla Mujeres Day Trips

28 tours  ·  from $16

It is a ferry and a bus away, so the whole day goes on getting there and back. These 15 compare the catamaran days, the Isla Contoy runs and the ones that just hand you a golf cart, with prices and departure times.

Beach Escape: Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling. - Reaching Contoy by boat
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Beach Escape: Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling.

1.Beach Escape: Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 717 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $169Our pick

Ride from your Playa del Carmen, Cancun, Tulum, or Puerto Aventuras hotel to Isla Contoy for guided snorkeling, a nature walk, beach time, and lunch. Guides such as Susana, Alex, Pepe, and Mr. T are praised for clear instruction and conservation know-how. Finish with about an hour on busy Isla Mujeres.

“Isla Mujeres was amazing and fun. I highly recommend getting a cab to Punta Sur, you will NOT be disappointed by the amazing views. The real jewel is Isla Contoy, though. Like my title says, it gives Gilligan's Island vibes and I could have stayed forever. Don't miss this opportunity if you get the chance, it's a 100% worth the money experience. The guides were amazing and very knowledgeable. I can not give them enough praise.”

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Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time - What the catamaran day is really like
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Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time

2.Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 166 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $115

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a shared catamaran with a 45-minute snorkeling stop, onboard lunch, premium open bar, and free island time. Pickup is available from Cancun and Playa del Carmen. The group can reach 32 people, and guides such as Danny have helped create a lively atmosphere.

“We had a great time fun vibes & cool crew! Definitely recommend ! Pickup was smooth didn’t snorkel but the boat was fun!”

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Isla Mujeres Unlimited! Fun & Party with transportation - Boarding at Punta Sam and choosing your expectations
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Isla Mujeres Unlimited! Fun & Party with transportation

3.Isla Mujeres Unlimited! Fun & Party with transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 135 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $102

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a bilingual catamaran with snorkeling at El Meco Reef, unlimited drinks, buffet lunch, beach-club time, and free island exploring. Expect music, dancing, and a mixed crowd. The boat may be single-level or double-decker, and pickup from Playa del Carmen makes this a long day.

“Seemed like it was meant for party / fun, but it ended up being mostly older folks and children. Would recommend if you’re looking to explore more of the town but not if you’re looking for a true catamaran experience”

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Private Escape: Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling - Isla Contoy National Park, where nature takes the lead
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Private Escape: Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling

4.Private Escape: Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $800

Start early from Playa del Carmen for a private speedboat, a 40-minute Mesoamerican Reef snorkel, Contoy’s bird lagoon and lookout tower, beach lunch, and time on Isla Mujeres. A bilingual guide such as Susana, Fernando, or Stefy helps shape the day for your group.

“Contoy Island is amazing!!!! In addition, the guides Fernando and Susana did an incredible job with us. Undoubtedly, you need to book with them!!!”

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Luxury Catamaran tour to isla mujeres with transportation from Tulum - Sailing out on a 45-foot catamaran
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Luxury Catamaran tour to isla mujeres with transportation from Tulum

5.Luxury Catamaran tour to isla mujeres with transportation from Tulum

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 62 reviews · from $110

Travel from central Tulum by air-conditioned vehicle, then sail to Isla Mujeres aboard a 45-foot catamaran. The day includes snorkeling gear, a buffet lunch, alcoholic drinks, beach club access, swimming, and an optional spinnaker ride. Expect an early start, a long transfer, and a group of up to 45 people.

“You need to give people more information! Tell people that after arriving from the van that there will NOT be a bathroom until after 9:09am (we arrived at 8:20). The only water, snacks available are at a mini-mart that only accepts CASH (preferably pesos). You do not board the catamaran until 10:00 am. After that it was a lot of fun!🎉. There were plenty of drinks (with and without alcohol) and water. No snacks or any other type of food. Tour guides were very nice, helpful, and friendly. It would be great if you could get a list of common questions and answers in Spanish and English!!!! A laminated list—how…”

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Exclusive Sailing Isla Mujeres. Top tour! - Pickup from Tulum needs extra attention
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Exclusive Sailing Isla Mujeres. Top tour!

6.Exclusive Sailing Isla Mujeres. Top tour!

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 41 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $158

Spend 10 to 12 hours traveling from Tulum to Isla Mujeres by van and catamaran. You’ll snorkel when conditions allow, use paddleboards, enjoy lunch and drinks at a private beach club, and have about three hours on the island. Crew members Manny and Emanuel have earned special praise for warm service.

“This excursion was so fun! The waters were very choppy that day (November) so we didn’t get to do the snorkeling but our crew still made it worth while! Our tour guide was Emanuel (Manny), who was the best tour guide ever. Manny and his crew were so welcoming and accommodating. They did everything to make our day enjoyable. Isla Mujeres is very packed with lots to do/see so be sure to plan ahead to make the most of your time there.”

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2x1 Tour: Isla Contoy, Isla Mujeres, Open Bar, Lunch and Transfers - The 7:00 am start and hotel transfer
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2×1 Tour: Isla Contoy, Isla Mujeres, Open Bar, Lunch and Transfers

7.2×1 Tour: Isla Contoy, Isla Mujeres, Open Bar, Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $190

Spend 9 to 10 hours visiting Isla Contoy National Park and Isla Mujeres from Playa del Carmen. Expect reef snorkeling, free time on Contoy, time to explore Isla Mujeres, a buffet lunch, open bar on the boat, bilingual guides, and hotel transfers.

“We had a blast Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Would do it again in a heartbeat! So much fun and thank you for hosting us!”

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Isla Mujeres Sailing tour from Riviera Maya - Getting from Riviera Maya to the Cancun marina
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Isla Mujeres Sailing tour from Riviera Maya

8.Isla Mujeres Sailing tour from Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 28 reviews · from $16Best value

Spend about eight hours sailing from Cancun to Isla Mujeres, with hotel transport options, snorkeling, an open bar, spinnaker rides, buffet lunch, beach club access, and free time in town. Crew members named Chencho and Lalo have been praised, but group size and transport can vary.

“Pick up was prompt. There were more people on the boat than expected. Snorkeling was fun but chaotic due to how many people (50) or more snorkeling all at once. Bumping into each other. The advertised experience included spiniker Read more”

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Isla Mujeres on luxury catamaran with snorkel, open bar and lunch - Five hours to explore Isla Mujeres
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Isla Mujeres on luxury catamaran with snorkel, open bar and lunch

9.Isla Mujeres on luxury catamaran with snorkel, open bar and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $130

You’ll sail from Marina Cancun to El Meco for a one-hour snorkel, then spend about five hours around Isla Mujeres. Expect homemade pasta, baguettes, salad or fruit, dessert, a premium open bar, music, and transport from most Playa del Carmen and Riviera Maya hotels. Fernando is noted for polite service.

“Lunch is just a sandwich and apple. It is overpriced for what is offered. U would recommend either change price or enhance the "lunch". Staff is polite, credits to Fernando, but the girls are there only to take and sell photos to you.”

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Snorkeling in Isla Mujeres, Luxury Sailing- PRIVILEGE - Boarding the catamaran from the pier
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Snorkeling in Isla Mujeres, Luxury Sailing- PRIVILEGE

10.Snorkeling in Isla Mujeres, Luxury Sailing- PRIVILEGE

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $122

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran from Playa del Carmen, with included snorkeling gear, an open bar, lunch with vegan and gluten-free choices, and time at Playa Norte. The small-group limit is 15, though boat size and pickup time can vary.

“The crew was great. There was no sailing and the snorkelling was all of 20 min and too controlled no freedom to explore. We spent more time on the isla Mujeres than on the boat and if you are staying in Playa del Carmen it is a 2 hour cramped bus ride. We basically spent more time on the bus than on the boat. Not worth the money at all.”

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Contoy Island - Two hours on Isla Contoy
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Contoy Island

11.Contoy Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $176

Spend about nine hours traveling from Playa del Carmen to protected Isla Contoy, with an English-speaking crew, buffet lunch, wildlife viewing, snorkeling, and a short stop at Isla Mujeres. Expect a boat-heavy day, strong sun, wind, and firm park rules.

“L'activité était top. Petit bémol pour le snorkelling a Isla Mujeres honnêtement c'était vraiment le tourisme de base, tous en groupe dans l'eau au même endroit. Nous n'avions pas réservé l'activité pour Isla Mujeres car nous l'avions déjà fait de notre côté, bien plus local et typique (je vous conseille de faire du snorkelling à Garrafon de Castilla). Cependant le tour de l'île contoy était vraiment top, des règles a suivre sur place mais cela est tout à fait compréhensible pour la préservation de l'île. Les explications des guides étaient top. Super ambiance sur le bateau, le personnel est au petit soin. Prévoyez des chapeaux qui s'accrochent car beaucoup de…”

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Isla Mujeres Unlimited Catamaran! Drinks, Fun & Party From Playa Del Carmen - The 35-minute reef stop
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Isla Mujeres Unlimited Catamaran! Drinks, Fun & Party From Playa Del Carmen

12.Isla Mujeres Unlimited Catamaran! Drinks, Fun & Party From Playa Del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 18 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $105

Board a lively catamaran from Cancun after pickup in Playa del Carmen, snorkel at El Meco Reef, enjoy drinks and music, eat at a beach club, and explore Isla Mujeres independently. The bilingual crew keeps the party moving, with free time for murals, souvenirs, and island streets.

“This boat was rocking from start to finish! The crew was amazing and well worth the large tip that I left. Music was playing, drinks were flowing, and everyone mingled well and had a GREAT TIME! The best part was that I did not have to keep getting up for drinks. The service was second to none. Best Day Ever!”

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Full Day Nature Expedition to Contoy Island and Isla Mujeres - Getting there from four pickup areas
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Full Day Nature Expedition to Contoy Island and Isla Mujeres

13.Full Day Nature Expedition to Contoy Island and Isla Mujeres

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 7 hours · from $159

Travel by air-conditioned van and boat from Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, or the Hotel Zone to Contoy Island. A certified multilingual guide leads the nature visit, with snorkeling subject to weather, followed by buffet lunch and a short stop on Isla Mujeres. French guiding may include Damien.

“Tour excelente, saliendo un poco del ruido de la ciudad. La isla Contoy en particular vale la pena visitar y se pudo apreciar la naturaleza. Los guías siempre fueron atentos y el transporte en bote muy agradable.”

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Isla Mujeres Sailing Adventure from Riviera Maya - A Short Reef Snorkel With Crew Support
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Isla Mujeres Sailing Adventure from Riviera Maya

14.Isla Mujeres Sailing Adventure from Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 12 reviews · from $149

You’ll sail aboard a 40-foot Fountaine Pajot catamaran from Playa del Carmen to Isla Mujeres, snorkel for about 35 minutes, eat at a beach club, and enjoy two hours downtown. Hotel transfers, towels, gear, lunch, and premium drinks are included. Bring $20 cash for marine and dock fees.

“We were told we would be picked up at our hotel and no one showed up. When we called they said they had us down for another day. We already had our week planned so we couldn’t go another day. We ended up taking a cab to CancuRead more”

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Private Isla Mujeres Adventure & Free Time - North Beach and the appeal of unhurried time
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Private Isla Mujeres Adventure & Free Time

15.Private Isla Mujeres Adventure & Free Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $545

Take a private speedboat from Puerto Juárez to Isla Mujeres, snorkel at a Mayan coral reef, relax at North Beach, and enjoy lunch by the sea. Your bilingual guide, private transport, gear, breakfast, and island time are included, with guides such as Tlaltemoa Tonali, Xennia, and Zuzana part of the Ocean Tours team.

“We glad we booked this tour through our great friend and Tourguide Stefan. He made sure we passed an perfect day. On the boat with us was also a polish group. The guide Susana made a great effort and everyone seemed happy”

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