
Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen worth booking?
Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen is a 10-hour experience in Cancun, Mexico, from $153 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (15)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $153 per person
This is a protected Island that only welcome 200 people per day, make sure you book in advance! This tour offers you the opportunity of visit this beautiful and magical island, enjoy a day in Isla Contoy, this is a protected Island that only welcome a small amount of people per day, walking in the white sand while having the most gorgeous views of the Caribe The first step of this incredible tour is the reef Ixlache which is our first point of snorkeling. After this, we’ll navigate to Contoy, where you'll can enjoy a trip of exploration with our certified guide. You'll have time to relax on the beach or to make a second snorkel on the shore. Later you will delight yourself with a delicious regional buffet meal. In our way back you will have the opportunity of visit Isla Mujeres where you can walk and buy souvenirs. A tour filled with nature and adventure!
What you get
About this experience
This is a protected Island that only welcome 200 people per day, make sure you book in advance! This tour offers you the opportunity of visit this beautiful and magical island, enjoy a day in Isla Contoy, this is a protected Island that only welcome a small amount of people per day, walking in the white sand while having the most gorgeous views of the Caribe The first step of this incredible tour is the reef Ixlache which is our first point of snorkeling. After this, we’ll navigate to Contoy, where you'll can enjoy a trip of exploration with our certified guide. You'll have time to relax on the beach or to make a second snorkel on the shore. Later you will delight yourself with a delicious regional buffet meal. In our way back you will have the opportunity of visit Isla Mujeres where you can walk and buy souvenirs. A tour filled with nature and adventure!
What's included
Included
- Buffet of Mexican Food
- Biligual certified staff
- Free time and visit at Isla Mujeres (1 hour without guide) (depending on the weather)
- Contoy reef snorkel (35 minutes) (depending on the weather)
- Guided tour at Contoy
- Unlimited national bar (open after the meal)
- Round Trip from Cancun & The Riviera Maya
- Snorkel equipment
- Catamaran ride (Double decker or Sail Catamaran assigned at the marina)
Not included
- Dock tax $20 USD per person at the marina
What you'll see and do
Isla Contoy
At Contoy we'll have the chance to do snorkel in it's protected reef filled with colorful marine life At the island we'll have a guided tour and the staff will get the lunch ready to refuel energy
240 minutes here
Isla Mujeres
later we will set sail to island mujeres where souvenir stores and neat attractions will be available. and finally head back to shore and catch our ride back to the hotels.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Nauticos del Caribe
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Snorkel is not available for non-swimmers, people over 59 years old or children under 10 years old
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
- The marina of departure is located at Cancun
- The Catamaran can be a double decker or one floor sailing, this is assigned a the marina
- Life vest is mandatory
- Does not include Dock tax $20 USD per person
- The free time at the Island is without a guide
- Biodegradable Sunscreen is the only allowed
- Children can only participate in the snorkel with the company of one parent or guardian
- Snorkeling or Isla Mujeres stop may be cancelled due to weather or rough seas. Its unavailability is not grounds for a partial nor full refund.
- Pregnant travelers can't participate
- Date change requests must be submitted at least 24 hours before the scheduled tour date. Any requests received less than 24 hours before the tour cannot be accepted.
- Guests who fail to arrive at the designated meeting point or are not available at the scheduled pick-up time will be considered a No Show, no refund will be provided
- Guests are responsible for providing accurate booking details such as hotel names, number of passengers and correct section of adults and children
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing!
A 10! Two must-see gems of the Mexican Caribbean! Contoy Island was amazing! Quite a luxury! Would definitely come back again!
Response from the operator: Isla Contoy e Isla Mujeres son lugares maravillosos con cualidades únicas, nos alegra que haya disfrutado de su visita Mexico aún tiene mucho por ofrecer, esperamos verlos de regreso pronto
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Beutiful places but the trip is too rushed
The staff was really nice and caring. But the trip is not worth the price meaning that the time spent at Isla Mujeres and Contoy is very limited, most of it is spent sailing on the boat. The snorkeling is only in a large group of people where you have to continuosly follow the group and with a life jacket, so you can’t really enjoy amd take good pictures underwater. As soon as we landed at Isla Mujeres we had 1 hour only, so the time to go to the public beach and come back is not enough to find a spot on the beach and have a nice swim. After 1 and half hour sailing we reached Isla Contoy, just the time to have lunch and a quick look around was already time to go back on the boat. Again, beautiful places but the trip is too rushed from Cancun. I would recommend to just take a ferry to Isla Mujeres and stay the whole day or take a trip to Contoy only from Mujeres and go back there.
Response from the operator: The time spent at Contoy and Isla Mujeres is exactly as advertised, Isla Mujeres was never the highlight of the tour The time at Contoy was enough to eat, drink, swim and sightseeing. Around 3 hours plus the Contoy Snorkel
via Tripadvisor
Excellent
Excellent excursion and guides. Contoy Island is amazing, the boat trip was very good and then we went to Isla Mujeres which, this is personal appreciation, I did not love. I was sorry we couldn't snorkel.
Response from the operator: Nos alegra que haya disfrutado de la aventura, Contoy es una Isla muy especial Esperamos verlos pronto, la Riviera Maya aún tiene mucho que ofrecer
via Viator (translated)
You need to see Contoy Island!
This was amazing! This Contoy island is a natural wonder that you don't want to miss! Tour guides were super knowledgable, the boat ride was awesome and the crew made the entire trip a blast!
Response from the operator: Contoy is a must for anyone looking for untouched nature and sea Our staff does their best to keep everyone invested and having fun
via Tripadvisor
You can do better
Sorry, but i can't recommend this tour or this company. In summary Isla Mujeres is a must see tour. Isla Contoy not so much. For our experience the transfer to the boat was in a old van crammed with every seat filled. Most of the tour time was spent traveling to and from Isla Contoy. The island itself is not worth it. It's a very small beach front with no amenities (think no flushing toilets). Pretty place, but you can see it all in 20 mins. Once we got to Isla Mujeres we only had 45 minutes to walk around. This could be partially due to the bad weather getting there. We have been to Isla Mujeres before and thought this would be a bonus. My recommendation is to ONLY tour Isla Mujeres where you can spend all of your time there. You can tour the island with local taxi, eat and have a great time on the beach. Much more worth it. Lastly, we had about 30 people on our boat. It was more like a ferry. You will have a much nicer time on a catamaran with a smaller group.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Nauticos del Caribe, who run 32 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.1.
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Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cancun.
How much does Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen cost?
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Prices start at $153 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cancun usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cancun is not rushed.
Is Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cancun, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cancun can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cancun and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cancun within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cancun?
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On Outty we rank every Cancun experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chichen Itza from Cancun : Cenote, Valladolid and Mayan Cuisine, Early Access to Chichen Itza with optional pick-up, Small-Group 3 Hidden Cenotes Adventure with Tequila Tasting. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cancun?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cancun?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen?
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Included: Buffet of Mexican Food; Biligual certified staff; Free time and visit at Isla Mujeres (1 hour without guide) (depending on the weather); Contoy reef snorkel (35 minutes) (depending on the weather); and Guided tour at Contoy. Not included: Dock tax $20 USD per person at the marina. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 609 listed pickup locations in and around Cancun. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Pregnant travelers can't participate. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres Tour from Cancun & Playa Del Carmen?
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Across 15 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
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