Contoy Island

 Explore Contoy Island, a unique Caribbean bird sanctuary, declared “World Heritage Site” by the UNESCO. Home to a large number of exotic species such as; gray pelican, egret, pink flamingo, pink spatula, frigate, iguana, giant turtle, horse shoe crab and several other migrant and endemic bird species. Set sail and explore this pristine non-inhabited Caribbean paradise. Be amazed by the turquoise colors of the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy a full day of fun and activities. Walk through untouched nature or pry into birds’ nests with binoculars from the centrally located bird-watch tower. Snorkel surrounded by myriads of tropical Caribbean fish and colorful reefs and anemones. Enjoy a delicious and extensive buffet lunch in our private beach restaurant. Sip your preferred domestic drinks all afternoon. Admire one of the Caribbean legendary sunsets on your way back to Cancun. Great fun guaranteed!

  Highlights Our gathering point is Scuba Marina, located on Km 5.5 Kukulcan Blvd. across the giant Mexican flag, on the lagoon side. Your tour will initiate with a fresh Continental breakfast. You’ll set sail in a boat limited to 50 passengers and admire the impressive turquoise colors of the Caribbean. About a mile before reaching the island you’ll snorkel in a splendid pristine shallow reef full with colorful marine life. Go all the way up the observation tower and pry into dozens of bird species nests around the lake with available binoculars, including magnificent frigates that that seem to float in the air, listening to their pigeons calling for food. Participate in a walking tour across the island and witness the Atlantic open ocean strength upon millenary carved rocks. Be delighted with a tasty extensive buffet lunch and your preferred domestic drinks. Relax on a calmed beach for the rest of the day. Sip your favorite drinks in the way back while admiring one of our Caribbean legendary sunsets. On Thursdays, the return is around 5:00 pm, but on Tuesdays and Saturdays the return is around 6:00 pm since the boat stops on Isla Mujeres in the way back, allowing passengers stroll about and do some local handicraft shopping.

 This Tour Includes

Continental breakfast, round trip boat transfer Cancun-Contoy Island-Cancun, bilingual host, domestic open bar all day, buffet lunch, snorkeling tour, bird-watch tower access and walking tour.

 This Tour doesn't Include

$5.00 US National Park admission, $5.00 US snorkeling gear, tips, photos and any other item not mentioned as included.

 Comments

Wear beach clothes, swimming suit (on), towel, easy shoes and hat. Sun tan lotion, sun screen and mosquito repellent must be biodegradable and used after swimming. Don't forget your camera and some cash for local transportation, souvenirs, snorkeling gear, National Park admission, photos and tips.