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Isla Contoy Tour with Ixlaché Reef Snorkelling

4.4/5
36 reviews

This is the triple crown of boat trips from Cancun. You'll visit the exotic Isla Mujeres, snorkel in the Ixlaché reef and round it all off with three blissful hours on the desert island of Isla Contoy. And in between, you'll get to glide about the Caribbean, soaking up those sunrays.

Your adventure kicks off at Marina Punta Norte, from where you'll sail towards Isla Mujeres while enjoying fresh fruit and bread on board. You'll have an hour or so to explore the island or lounge on one of its powdery beaches. Hop back on the boat and chill out as you head to Ixlaché reef. Snorkelling equipment is provided, and a guide is on hand. After an hour exploring the kaleidoscopic scenes below the waves, we'll make the short trip to Contoy itself.

A tropical hideaway covered in luxuriant vegetation, it's everything you've seen in countless movies – palm-fringed white-sand beaches washed by gentle waves. And the icing on the case is a buffet lunch on the island.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Cancun
Duration: more than 8 hours
Language:Spanish, English, French
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Guided Tour
Instant confirmation
Meal Included
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

Why you’ll love this…

  • Free time to relax on the desert island of Isla Contoy
  • One hour's snorkelling in the Ixlaché reef
  • Discover Isla Contoy National Park
  • Visit the popular resort island of Isla Mujeres
  • Open bar on board and buffet lunch included

Important to know

  • Port tax of USD 20.00 per person is not included and needs to be paid on the day
  • Snorkelling activity is prohibited for children under 10 years
  • Open bar available after snorkel activity
  • Snorkel equipment included - visor, new tube, fins, and vest
  • Not suitable for guests with poor health
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Height, weight and/or age restrictions may apply
  • Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • Subject to weather conditions

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Equipment
  • Open Bar
  • Buffet
  • Boat cruise
  • Admission fees
  • Snorkel stops
  • Fresh fruit

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV


What people say about this experience

4.4/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 36 reviews


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Staff

4.4/5

Service

4.4/5

Value for money

4.2/5

Safety

4.4/5


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    Laura C

    Traveled as a couple


    December 7, 2025
    4.2

    United States of America

    Overall an enjoyable trip. Didn't get the full alloted times in each destination as advertised so was a little rushed in isla mujeres. Booked the trip for myself and my husband, unfortunately my husband wasn't allowed to snorkel due to age restrictions. I think the age restrictions should be clearly stated so people know before booking. Upper age limit is 60. Disappointed with that. Couldn't fault crew on boat very attentive.

  • C

    Christine Kitchen

    Traveled as a couple


    October 8, 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    Amazing excursion - Markus was an amazing host, and knowledgeable tour of Contoy Island. The beach and wildlife is absolutely stunning on this excursion. Snorkeling was breathtaking (not being the strongest swimmer) I would have appreciated a little longer in the sea snorkeling and less time at the first stop (Isla Mujeres?) which was a little touristy. Boat crew were amazing hosts and extremely friendly and helpful.

  • C

    Charlotte

    Traveled as a couple


    June 29, 2025
    1

    United Kingdom

    HATED ALL OF IT. MAJOR MECHANICAL FAULT WHILST ON THE BOAT EVERYONE WAS PROJECTILE VOMITING. TUI POINT BLANK REFUSING TO HELP

  • C

    Captain jack sparrow. Arghh me maties. ********** fishes, they're creepy as **********. Lol

    Traveled as a couple


    October 20, 2024
    4.6

    United States of America

    We didn't get to go snorkeling. I don't like swimming fishes, they creep me out. But still it would have been nice to have the opportunity. Blub blub. Under the sea, under the sea, down where it's better, down where it's wetter, under the sea. I really ********** hate fish, they're so creepy. They tried to eat my wife's legs. Bastards.

  • L

    Lisa

    Traveled with family


    September 14, 2024
    5

    United Kingdom

    One of my favourite trips in Mexico….we had to wait an hour at the harbour for our boat so make sure you have money just incase you want to buy drinks while waiting. You would definitely need to be a strong swimmer for the reef snorkelling… Isla Contoy was amazing from the beach to the restaurant and the amazing wildlife the best island in Mexico.

  • M

    Mike

    Traveled as a couple


    February 26, 2024
    5

    United Kingdom

    The staff were a little pushy at the end for tips which made us feel uncomfortable as we don’t tip in the UK staff were friendly, kept drinks topped up and made the trip enjoyable isla contoy was beautiful

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