Isla Contoy Hidden Beauty! Transportation from Riviera Maya
Overview
Discover the untouched beauty of Isla Contoy, a protected island sanctuary that allows only 200 visitors per day—advance booking is essential! This exclusive tour takes you to one of the most pristine destinations in the Mexican Caribbean.
Your journey begins with a snorkeling adventure at Ixlaché Reef, home to colorful marine life and coral formations. From there, we sail to Isla Contoy, where our certified guide will introduce you to the island’s unique ecosystem. You’ll have time to unwind on the soft white sands or enjoy a second snorkeling session near the shore.
Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch with regional flavors before we head back. On the return trip, we’ll stop at Isla Mujeres, giving you time to explore, shop, or simply take in the local charm.
A perfect blend of nature, exploration, and relaxation—this tour promises a day you'll never forget.
What's Included
- Snorkeling at Ixlache reef (35 minutes) (depending on availability)
- Catamaran Ride (Double decker or Sailing Catamaran assigned at the marina)
- Mexican Buffet Meal
- Snorkel Equipment
- Round Transportation from Cancun & Riviera Maya
- Open National Bar (available after lunch)
- Bilingual certified guides
- Visit and guided tour at Contoy
- Free time at Isla Mujers (1 hour without guide)
- Dock tax $20 USD per person paid at the marina
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points for travelers that are in downtown hotels and airbnb's or any location that we can't reach:Cancun Meeting Point: in front of the lobby at Oasis Smart in Tulum AvenuePlaya Del Carmen: Cocobongo at Playa Del CarmenThe pick up time is set acording to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as posible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service
What To Expect
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Isla Contoy
4 hours Admission Ticket Free
Isla Mujeres
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Does not include dock tax of $20 USD per person
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
- The Catamaran departures from Cancun
- The Catamaran can be a double decker or one floor sailing, this is assigned a the marina
- Snorkel is not available for non-swimmers, people over 59 years old or children under 10 years old
- The free time at the Island is without a guide
- Children can only participate in the snorkel with the company of one parent or guardian
- Life vest is mandatory
- Snorkeling 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Isla Contoy Hidden Beauty! Transportation from Riviera Maya?
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Activity code: C-102629P169
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Snorkeling at Ixlache reef (35 minutes) (depending on availability).
- Catamaran Ride (Double decker or Sailing Catamaran assigned at the marina).
- Mexican Buffet Meal.
- Snorkel Equipment.
- Round Transportation from Cancun & Riviera Maya.
- Open National Bar (available after lunch).
- Bilingual certified guides.
- Visit and guided tour at Contoy.
- Free time at Isla Mujers (1 hour without guide).
- Dock tax $20 USD per person paid at the marina.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Isla Contoy Hidden Beauty! Transportation from Riviera Maya is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Isla Contoy Hidden Beauty! Transportation from Riviera Maya will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snorkeling at Ixlache reef (35 minutes) (depending on availability)
- Catamaran Ride (Double decker or Sailing Catamaran assigned at the marina)
- Mexican Buffet Meal
- Snorkel Equipment
- Round Transportation from Cancun & Riviera Maya
- Open National Bar (available after lunch)
- Bilingual certified guides
- Visit and guided tour at Contoy
- Free time at Isla Mujers (1 hour without guide)
- Dock tax $20 USD per person paid at the marina
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Does not include dock tax of $20 USD per person
- Bring your swimsuit, towels and extra clothes
- The Catamaran departures from Cancun
- The Catamaran can be a double decker or one floor sailing, this is assigned a the marina
- Snorkel is not available for non-swimmers, people over 59 years old or children under 10 years old
- The free time at the Island is without a guide
- Children can only participate in the snorkel with the company of one parent or guardian
- Life vest is mandatory
- Snorkeling 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
