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Things to Do in Isla Mujeres

Life on Isla Mujeres revolves around the water, with reef snorkeling and diving a short boat ride from town and a whale shark season that runs from mid May to mid September. Steady winter winds bring kitesurfing to the north shore, and sailing and charter boats leave from island docks. On land, most residents get around by golf cart, and a loop of the island takes only an hour or two.

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Pocna Dive Center

Downtown · Dive center
Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico (downtown)
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Why we recommend it: Pocna is a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Center and Eco Center operating on the island since 2012, with year round dives to Manchones Reef, MUSA, drift sites and wrecks. It also offers snorkeling, freediving, whale shark trips and certification courses in small groups.

Carey Dive Center

Downtown · Dive center
Corner of Av. Matamoros and Av. Rueda Medina, Centro, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico
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Why we recommend it: Carey Dive Center runs scuba and snorkel trips to MUSA and Manchones Reef, cenote dives, PADI courses and seasonal whale shark tours from its downtown base. It is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Whale Shark Season Tours

Departures from island docks · Seasonal wildlife tour
Departures from docks in Centro and Playa Norte, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico
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Why we recommend it: From May 15 to September 17, authorized boats regulated by CONANP take small groups to swim alongside whale sharks that gather off the island, usually on morning trips. Residents can book with island operators such as Carey or Pocna, and the season is celebrated each August with a Whale Shark Festival.

Kitesurfing at Playa Norte

North shore · Kitesurfing
Playa Norte, Centro, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico
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Why we recommend it: Kitesurfing is practiced off Playa Norte when the strong northerly winds of autumn and winter arrive, with nearby Isla Blanca on the mainland as the main regional kite spot. Lessons and gear are offered by private instructors and some Costa Mujeres hotels.

Sailing and Catamaran Charters

Bay of Mujeres · Sailing and boat charters
Departures from Isla Mujeres docks, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico
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Why we recommend it: Catamarans from 29 to 100 feet are available for half day snorkel trips, sunset sails and private group outings around the island, with dock fees included for Isla Mujeres departures. Day trips to Isla Contoy and Holbox are also offered from the island.

Golf Cart Island Loop

Island-wide · Golf cart rental
Isla Mujeres Golf Cart Rentals, downtown Isla Mujeres, about 6 minutes on foot from the ferry dock, 77400 Q.R., Mexico
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Why we recommend it: Golf carts are the main way to get around, and a loop from downtown past Sac Bajo, Hacienda Mundaca and Punta Sur and back along the Caribbean coast covers the whole island. Several downtown agencies rent carts by the hour or day, including Isla Mujeres Golf Cart Rentals, operating since 2013 with Pepe’s Rentadora.

Kin Ha Beach Club

Punta Sur, Mar Turquesa · Paddleboard, kayak and snorkel base
SM 09 MZA 056 LT 04, Av. Fraccionamiento Mar Turquesa, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico
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Why we recommend it: Kin Ha, formerly Parque de los Sueños, is a bayside beach club with paddleboard, kayak and snorkel equipment, three pools and a dock over calm water. It is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and is a convenient spot for paddling on the sheltered west side of the island.

Living in Isla Mujeres

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