Isla Contoy
Isla Contoy,
a small uninhabited island 15 miles north of Isla Mujeres, is a bird sanctuary for more then 70 species, including some
large nesting colonies and wild frigates. Declared a National wildlife
reserve in 1961, there is a small museum and a lookout tower for
a spectacular panoramic view. A limited number of
visitors allowed each day so it is best to make reservations in
advance. Visit the National Park's web site at www.islacontoy.org
and click on the links below for information about tours to Isla
Contoy.
Tours and Day Trips
From Isla Mujeres you can
easily reach many exciting destinations along the Mayan Riviera such as Tulum and
Xcaret.
There are also tours available to the island of Cozumel, the Mayan ruins of Chichén-Itzá
and the great city of Mérida.
Island Air Tours
Fly the Mayan World!
Charters are available with Aerobanana to Chichén-Itzá, Tulum,
Holbox, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Cancun and Isla Mujeres with
Captain Ricalde. For more information and reservations call them at:
(998) 877-0331 or (998) 877-0299
Isla Holbox
A tiny island, devoted exclusively to
fishing, Isla Holbox is north of Isla Mujeres in the Gulf of Mexico. This sleepy island is
truly the place to go to get away from it all. The are several good hotels and restaurants
for visitors. Festival week (San Thelmo) April 6th - 14th is a fun time to visit. What to
do? Stroll the sandy street, comb the beaches for sea shells and relax in a hammock.
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