Over the past five years, I’ve spent more than 2 years of my life on this little island. In that time, I’ve had the possibility to do a whole bunch of activities on Isla Mujeres (both the touristy ones and the less touristy ones). Therefore, I think I can give you a pretty overview if you’re wondering what there is to do on Isla Mujeres.
For reference, I’ve tried 21 of these 24 activities myself. There’s no particular order to this list, because what activities you’ll enjoy heavily depends on what kind of traveller you are and how long you’ll spend here. Enjoy!
1. Relax On One Of The Beautiful Beaches
Isla Mujeres is home to some of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen during my time travelling the globe. When I first arrived here during COVID in January of 2021, Playa Norte was a completely abandoned tropical beach with fine white sand and a couple of palm trees.
These days, Playa Norte is a lot busier. However, that doesn’t make it any less beautiful and visiting it is still one of the best free things to do on Isla Mujeres. Most of the people reading this will spend their day at one of the beach clubs and on one of the lounge beds that are put on the beach between 9 AM and 5 PM. During this time, the beach is packed, especially during the weekends in high season (1st of January – 30th of April).
However, if you want to see the true charm of Playa Norte, I recommend either taking a morning walk here before 8 AM or staying a bit after sunset. Both times of the day are quieter and show the true character of the place.
If Playa Norte is too busy for you, there are plenty of other beaches on the island that are worth a visit. Playa Centro, Playa Hermosa Caleta, and Playa Media Luna are all next to Playa Norte and often not as packed. Playa la Joya is the best-kept secret on the island, but it’s a tiny bit of a hike.
Read more here about the best beaches on Isla Mujeres.
2. Go Snorkeling Around The Island
Let me be clear from the beginning: Isla Mujeres isn’t known for its world-class snorkeling. However, if you’re a beginner snorkeler and just want to see some reef and spend your time with some cool fish, then the island still offers free and paid opportunities for that.
Most people will immediately buy a snorkeling trip and spend about three hours or so near El Farito (the little lighthouse) and MUSA (the local underwater museum). That will cost around $60 USD and is a good option if you’re only here for a couple of days.
If you have a bit more time, I actually recommend going to Garrafon de Castilla. This is a beach club near the southern part of the island. It’s not the best beach club in the world, but it’s quite chill. From the beach, you’ll be able to swim to the left, and you’ll encounter plenty of fish and a small reef that’s about 150 feet (50 meters) long.
Garrafon de Castilla is right next to Garrafon Reef Park, so the snorkeling is similar. However, Garrafon Reef Park will set you back $60 USD per person, whereas Garrafon de Castilla will charge you $7.5 USD (150 pesos) per person. You can also rent snorkeling gear for 50 pesos ($2.5 USD) per piece of equipment.
In my opinion, this is one of the best spots on the island to snorkel, and therefore it deserves a place on the list.
To get here, take the local bus to the south or a taxi. The taxi will set you back $200 pesos or so ($10 USD).
There are also plenty of other spots on the island. Here’s more about snorkeling spots in Isla Mujeres.
3. Take A Whale Shark Tour (June – September)
Back in 2021, we went on one of Isla Mujeres famous whale shark tours with Sea Hawk Divers. The whale sharks aren’t here all year-round. Instead, the season starts on the 1st of June and ends on the 30th of September. Peak season is July and August, where spotting whale sharks is almost guaranteed.
The whale shark tour takes around 4-6 hours, depending on the day. First, you leave from the main harbour in the north of the city center at around 8 AM. From there, you’ll drive 1 – 1,5 hours into the open ocean. That’s because the whale sharks aren’t close to shore, and you’ll need to find them yourselves.
On a sunny day, it’s really easy to spot them. You’ll find clusters of 5-15 whale sharks in the same spot, all feeding on the plankton that has floated to the surface. You’ll get the opportunity to dive in and swim with the whale sharks. Keep in mind that there are rules and regulations, and only two people are allowed to swim with a whale shark at the same time.
If you’re a bit unluckier (like us) you’ll set out for the whale sharks on a cloudy day. It’s much harder to find the whale sharks then, because the plankton isn’t at the surface. We did end up finding one whale shark, but it was quite chaotic as the whale shark wasn’t staying in one spot.
Overall, it’s an experience to remember, but there are some pros and cons. Here, I’ve written more about whale shark season in Isla Mujeres.
4. Lounge At Kin Ha Or One Of The Other Beach Clubs
One of the activities on Isla Mujeres that is done most often by people who visit is lounging at one of the beach clubs that are scattered around the island. One of the most popular places for that is Kin Ha. Kin Ha is located away from the main city center, about a 10-minute drive south on the west side of the island.
It’s popular for a couple of reasons. First of all, Kin Ha has a view that overlooks a beautiful part of the Caribbean sea. You’re located a bit higher up and have direct water access from the premises, which is really nice. Connected to Kin Ha is a long wooden pier. At the end of the pier is a little wooden shelter.
From here, you can jump into the ocean and do some snorkeling (we’ve seen a whole bunch of fish here, including pufferfish and barracudas). There’s also a rope from which you can swing into the water. It’s a lot of fun overall.
Closer to the beach club, but still in the ocean water, there’s a floating trampoline. They also rent kayaks here for a fee. Overall, Kin Ha offers a bunch of ocean activities.
If you don’t want to swim in the sea, there are also two swimming pools (one of them has direct access to the bar), and there’s even a water slide for children in the other pool. For the rest, the premise has lounge beds, regular chairs, and plenty of umbrellas. The staff is quite quick as well.
During high season (January – April), they’ll charge you $500 pesos ($25 USD) to enter. $100 pesos of that amount is an entry fee, and the other $400 pesos can be used for food and drinks during the day. The rest of the year, Kin Ha often doesn’t charge a fee at all, and you can just walk in and out without a problem.
5. Rent A Golf Cart And Explore The Island
If you’re doing an Isla Mujeres day trip from Cancun, then you’ll surely rent a golf cart immediately after getting off the Ultramar ferry. It’s not really a surprise, though: golf carts are fun and, given how narrow some of the streets on Isla Mujeres are, they’re the most convenient form of transport if you need to transport 4-6 people at a time.
If I were on Isla Mujeres for one day, this is what my Isla Mujeres one-day trip itinerary would look like with the golf cart:
- 9 AM: arrive with the ferry on the island, walk 5 minutes to one of the golf cart rentals that I rented online already, and get going.
- 10 AM: Drive down to Punta Sur while taking in the views. If I’m with a group and we want to get some drink-to-go, I would stop at Chedraui (the biggest supermarket on the island) on the way down south.
- 10:30 AM: Visit Punta Sur and the Mayan Ruins; spot turtles in the water, if we’re lucky.
- 11:00 AM: Set course to one of the beach clubs, like Kin Ha, in the middle of the island, and spend most of the day there.
- 04:00 PM: drive to the north again, hand in the golf cart, and visit Playa Norte.
- 05:00 PM – 10:00 PM: depending on plans, have dinner on the main street or take the ferry back to Cancun.
6. Visit The Mayan Ruins In Punta Sur
Visiting the cliffs and Mayan Ruins at Punta Sur, at the complete southern tip of the island, is something you’ll undoubtedly do if you visit Isla Mujeres for the first time.
Now, I’ve got to warn you: the Mayan Ruins here are underwhelming. It’s basically a pile of rocks that used to be a small temple for the goddess Ixchel. You’ll also need to pay the entrance fee to the national park to see them, which is $100 pesos ($5 USD) per person.
Instead of looking at the Mayan ruins, I have an activity that I prefer much better: spotting turtles and possibly even dolphins. If you walk to the most southern point of the cliff, there’s a high likelihood you’ll see turtles and maybe even some dolphins coming up for air. They hang out quite close to the cliffs, on the Caribbean side (not the side that makes you look to Cancun).
Your chances of spotting turtles in this area are especially high in the May – July period. That’s because this is turtle mating season, and it just so happens that all turtles gather near the cliffs of Punta Sur to reproduce. You can easily see 20 turtles if you stand there for 5 or so minutes.
Finally, Punta Sur is one of the best spots to watch the sunrise on Isla Mujeres. If you’re an early bird and you want to see something most people won’t experience, get here before sunrise and start your day off on the right foot.
7. Visit The Rainbow Stairs
The Rainbow Stairs on lsla Mujeres are a quick and easy photo opportunity that most visitors to the island will want to take. These stairs are located in the middle of the island, not really right next to other tourist hotspots.
Therefore, it’s best to visit them while going to Punta Sur or while coming back. You’ll need like five minutes to get a good picture.
If you’re not renting a golf cart/scooter, or bike, you’ll have to take a taxi to get here. From the ferry terminal, which will probably cost you $150 pesos ($7.5 USD). If you do have a golf cart/scooter, or bike, you can park it right next to the rainbow stairs.
For more insider tips on this location, read the Rainbow Stairs Isla Mujeres guide I wrote earlier.
8. Watch Sunset And Volleyball On Playa Norte
I’ve travelled to many places in Middle- and South America, as well as Asia, and easily the best sunsets I’ve ever seen happened on Playa Norte in Isla Mujeres. Now, that doesn’t mean that every sunset is a spectacle of nature, but they seem to happen here more often than in other places. Keep in mind that sunset time depends on the season; these are the times.
Sunset is beautiful, but if you wait a little longer and it’s not a cloudy day, the sky will turn all kinds of orange, red, and purple. Most people leave before this, but I highly recommend drinking an extra beer and hanging around. It’s worth it.
Besides the beautiful sunsets, Playa Norte also has a great vibe around this time. In high season, between January and May, you’ll see some of the locals play volleyball here as well. They typically place their volleyball court near the entrance to the beach on the left side. You can’t miss it.
Because they play every day, they’re actually quite good, and they play until sunset, which means more than enough entertainment. If it’s windy, they’ll move their volleyball court to Playa Centro, which is just around the corner. This is one of the outdoor activities on Isla Mujeres that you can do day in, day out without getting sick of it.
9. Learn How To Scuba Dive At Poc Na
If you want to see some turtles without disturbing them, learning how to scuba dive, or if you already know how to do it, booking a trip is a great way to do that! Isla Mujeres is great for learning how to scuba dive because the water around the island is quite shallow (up to 36 feet/12 meters) and there’s barely any current.
I learned how to scuba dive with Poc Na in 2021. Since then, my girlfriend has become a regular at the dive school and often volunteers here as a dive master/content creator. Poc Na is your best pick on the island for a couple of reasons.
First, if you want to learn how to scuba dive, Poc Na is the only dive school with access to a pool (they use the pool of Nilu by Selina, which is right next to the dive center). This means you can learn your skills in clear water and at shallow depth, which makes it easier to focus on learning the skills.
Secondly, they’re the biggest dive school on the island, which means they have access to 2-3 boats depending on the season. This also means they go to multiple different dive spots in a week, whereas some other dive schools have much fewer options. It also means they can quite easily accommodate larger groups of people.
The diving around Isla Mujeres isn’t world-class (Cozumel is definitely a lot better), but it’s great for beginners and it’s definitely high on my list of adventure activities in Isla Mujeres. You’ll see plenty of turtles, barracudas, pufferfish, and maybe even some eagle rays. Isla Mujeres is also home to MUSA, a full underwater museum, which is a unique thing in the world. More than enough for your first 2-3 days of diving.
Interested? Read more here about scuba diving on Isla Mujeres!
10. Eat Lunch At The Local Market
I’m writing this part right after I got lunch here. The market is located in the northern part of the island. I’ll link the location of one of the restaurants here. This market is basically four local restaurants that are right next to each other. All of them are run by locals, and the interior of each one is the “Mexican classic”: plastic chairs and tables.
The food is very traditional, so much so that I struggled for a while to find anything vegetarian. I succeeded, though, and these days I eat at Letty’s twice a week. I eat there so often that I get a handshake from the main waiter when I come back, even though I really don’t know how to keep a convo going in Spanish. I’ve eaten at Tacos-tumbras before as well, and their food is great as well.
Long story short: the vibe here is simple, the food is good, the people are friendly, and the prices are much more affordable than the prices on the main street. It’s one of the activities on Isla Mujeres that I 100% recommend.
11. Play Pool At Snappers
Snappers is the main sports bar on the island. It’s located on the road that leads to the entrance of Playa Norte. If you’re into American sports and you’d like to watch something in particular, Snappers is one of the best places to visit.
Personally, there aren’t many things that interest me less than American football. However, I still visit Snappers a couple of times per year because they have something else I’m interested in: pool tables. When you walk in, you pass the bar on the right side, and you’ll quickly spot the pool tables.
Playing pool at Snappers is free, as long as you buy a drink. We often come here with 4-6 people and just buy a bucket of whatever beer we feel like. Beers cost around $50 – $60 pesos ($2.5 – $3 USD) each, and we’ll keep ourselves entertained like this for another hour or so. It’s a good activity after sunset, when you walk back from Playa Norte, before you start the rest of the night.
12. Listen To Live Music At El Patio Or La Terazza
If you want to know which things to do in Isla Mujeres at night, there are two places on the island that I know that consistently provide a good vibe. Those are El Patio and La Terazza. The great thing about these two restaurants is that they are located on the main street in the north of the island (Avenida Miguel Hidalgo), so you can just walk there in most cases.
El Patio has a rooftop area (that’s why it’s called El Patio) where they play live music during dinner time. In my opinion, the music is never overwhelming, something that is often a problem in Mexican restaurants. On top of that, they cater to an English-speaking crowd, so that’s perfect for most North-American tourists.
After dinner, at around 8-9 PM or so, the live music on the rooftop stops. However, they may continue in the downstairs area, which is also really nice and has a long bar where you can sit.
If you’re looking more for a Latin vibe, La Terazza is the way to go. They have live Latin music every day starting at 9 PM. La Terazza is a little less of a restaurant and a little more of a bar than El Patio. So, it’s perfect if you’re planning on making the night a little longer. They also have a dancing area where people will dance once it gets later into the night.
I wrote more here about nightlife in Isla Mujeres, what to expect, and how to have a fun time overall.
13. Go Wing Diving In Isla Mujeres
I’m almost certain that most people reading this won’t know what wing diving is. Don’t worry, I did neither before we actually tried it! As you can see in the image above, wing diving means you’re holding a ‘wing’ underwater, while a boat is dragging you through the water.
Now, that certainly isn’t all. By angling the wing up or down, you’ll go up or down. This means you’ll feel like a dolphin for the duration of the activity. The water around Isla Mujeres is around 27 feet (9 meters) deep in this area, which means you can dive to 9 meters and come up again, all within a matter of seconds. It’s thrilling to say the least!
Finally, it’s good to know that the left part of the wing and the right part aren’t connected. If you angle one of them down and the other one up, you’ll start to spin. Overall, you have 2 x 25-minute stints per person. If you’re into adventurous water activities, I highly recommend this.
Read this article I wrote about wing diving Isla Mujeres to learn all the necessary details.
14. Go To GymTonic To Stay Fit
Now, going to the gym isn’t something you’ll do if you’re on Isla Mujeres for only a couple of days. However, there are plenty of people who stay here for a couple of weeks or even months (me included). Finding information about gyms on the island can be really hard, so let me give you a useful rundown of how to stay fit on Isla Mujeres, even if it’s for a day.
Isla Mujeres has 4 proper gyms on the island. None of them is located in the northern part of the island. Three are located in the middle (GymTonic, Iron Abs, Ripped Centaurus) and one further to the south (Point Break also known as Mayakita).
I’ve tried both Ripped Centaurus and GymTonic. GymTonic is my favorite. It’s basically a small warehouse turned into a gym. It’s not luxurious at all, and it’s mainly just mirrors and metal. The people are friendly, though, and you can buy a day pass for $100 pesos ($5 USD), which is the cheapest option on the island. There are weekly/monthly passes, which are much more affordable. There’s no AC, only fans.
If you go to GymTonic, going between 11 AM and 3 PM will have the least amount of people. It’s really busy before 9 AM and after 6 PM. I do not like to work out at those times.
Iron Abs is similar to GymTonic but smaller, which is why I’ve never gone there. Ripped Centaurus is the smallest of them all (it’s basically a room filled with gym equipment), however, it’s the only one that has AC.
I’ve never tried Point Break, but it looks good. However, GymTonic costs me $780 pesos ($39 USD) per month, whereas Point Break costs $2000 pesos ($100 USD) per month. That’s a little too much for my taste.
Want to see a more in-depth review of Isla Mujeres gyms? Click that link!
15. Spot Some Turtles During Mating Season (May – July)
All that turtle mating also leads to turtle babies. However, before the babies find their way into this world, their mother first has to drag herself ashore and lay the eggs on the beach. The turtles do this on Isla Mujeres as well, which means there’s a chance you can see a turtle lay her eggs. This is definitely one of the more unique things to do on Isla Mujeres if you have the patience to observe wildlife from a distance.
Pro tip: don’t be an idiot.
Seriously, for the love of all holy things, respect nature. Sea turtles need peace and calmness to lay their eggs. As soon as they notice something is off, the turtle will abandon everything and jump right back into the ocean. I’ve seen too many people get waaaaaay too close to the turtle and make way too much sound. It’s frustrating to say the least.
Here’s how to spot turtles in Isla Mujeres the proper way:
- Season: from the end of May to the end of July.
- Where: on the beaches on the east side of the island. There’s not a specific spot; it’s the complete east side.
- How to respect nature: DO NOT use white flashlights because this disturbs the turtle; use a red flashlight (red light does not harm them at all). DO NOT make loud noises and DO NOT get within 30 feet (10 meters) of the animal. Turtles are NOT pets, and they’re endangered enough as it is. Give them a chance to reproduce.
Also important to know: sometimes parts of a beach are closed, and you’ll see some people actively picking up the eggs while the turtle is laying them. The people who are doing this are volunteers, and they work with the local government. Please also respect these people (I’m saying that because I’ve seen them have multiple discussions with drunk people who wanted to get way too close to the turtles).
Want to know more about the ways and places on the island where you can find turtles on Isla Mujeres? Click that link to go to another one of my blogs!
16. Take A Sailfish Tour (January – March)
If you’re wondering what is there do on Isla Mujeres then taking a sailfish tour can be a great option! Every winter, sailfish follow massive schools of sardines through the Caribbean water. From late January until early March, they pass by Isla Mujeres, which gives tourists the opportunity to go out and spot them.
Now, we were planning to do this tour at the beginning of March 2026. However, the sailfish were already gone by the time we were booking. As you can see, it’s a short period in which these animals show up.
Therefore, I’ve never done the tour myself. However, I’ve got many friends who have done it. From what I’ve heard, there’s a 20-30% chance of finding sailfish and schools of sardines during the season. So, the odds are worse than the whale shark tours.
However, the boats will do their absolute best to find you what you were looking for. If you don’t find sailfish, you may still spot some nurse sharks, manta rays, or eagle rays. Breakfast is often included, and so is lunch on the boat after the trip near Playa Norte. These trips typically cost $2000 pesos ($100 USD) per person.
17. Take A Yoga Class At Treehouse
I’ve never been here myself, but my girlfriend (and many other female friends on the island) have certainly. That’s because there aren’t many places in Isla Mujeres where you can do yoga.
I asked my girlfriend about the classes at Treehouse, and she told me that they’re open in the morning and at sunset. Google Maps confirms that it’s 7:30 – 8:30 AM, 9:00 – 10:00 AM, and 6 – 7 PM.
According to here these are great times because morning classes (especially the 7:30 – 8:30 AM one) mean Playa Norte is empty. Treehouse is right on Playa Norte. In my opinion, an empty Playa Norte is something that everybody should see once. It’s beautiful.
Treehouse rotates yoga teachers, so you’ll have different classes depending on the teachers. My girlfriend described it as ‘holiday-style’ yoga. Meaning that it’s a relaxing form of yoga because most people are on holiday and aren’t necessarily looking to do a hundred chaturangas. If relaxing yoga is what you’re looking for, Treehouse is the place.
Also good to know: classes cost $300 pesos ($15 USD) per person. You’ll find the entrance to Treehouse within the premises of Buho’s beach bar. For directions, ask the bar staff at the beach bar.
18. Get Some Cheap Shots At Rockbar
If it’s after 5 PM, and you’re feeling like having some cheap shots with your friends, then Rock Bar is the way to go. Here, they sell 5 tequila shots for $100 pesos ($5 USD). That means these are the cheapest shots you’ll get anywhere in the touristy part of the island.
Of course, you can hang around at Rock Bar or visit one of the other numerous bars on the island. I just thought it was worth mentioning because every other place on the island will charge you $50 pesos per shot, so there’s a surprising amount of value here.
Want to visit any of the other bars on Isla Mujeres, click that link.
19. Go ‘Clubbing’ At Stingray
During high season, most bars and restaurants on the main street will be open until 11 PM – 12 AM. After midnight, you don’t have that many options left. However, if you’re really still feeling it, then going to Stingray (location here), at the beginning of the main street, is a good option to go ‘clubbing’. They’re open until 1:30 AM on Wednesday – Saturday.
I say ‘clubbing’ because Isla Mujeres doesn’t really have a club, and Stingray is the closest thing to it. Expect loud music, neon flashing lights, and a bunch of alcohol. There’s also a small dancing platform that enough people will climb if it’s a good night.
20. Celebrate Carnival On The Main Square
Carnival is one of the most lively times on the island. I’ve celebrated carnival three times here now, and it’s a couple of days of chaos, to say the least. The festivities start in late February or early March, depending on the year. They start on Thursday and last 5 days until the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday.
The main party can be found on the main square of the island (known as Parque Principal). For a couple of days in a row, you’ll have local salsa clubs dancing their routines, as well as local and regional artists performing. The party typically starts at 8 PM and can last until 4-5 AM the next morning. Keep in mind that if you book a hotel close to the main square during this period, you won’t go to bed early!
21. Watch A Local Basketball Game In Centro
Near that same main square, you’ll also find Cancha De Baloncesto, also known as the basketball court in the city center. If you’re lucky, you’ll find the local basketball team playing one of their Saturday evening matches against one of the other local teams or a team from Cancun.
Local games are often advertised with posters that are hung near the basketball court in the days leading up to the game. I’ve watched a couple of games during my time here. It’s a one of the best free activities on Isla Mujeres because it’s a truly local experience, and a large part of the community comes out to support their team. There are also some taco stands close to the basketball court, so you can have dinner and watch a game at the same time.
22. Have A Romantic Dinner At Pizza Bella
If you’re exploring the island as a couple and you’re staying for a couple of days, then visiting one of the Italian restaurants on the main street can bring a little romance to your stay. There are three Italian restaurants on the main street: Pizza Bella, Capricci Pizza, and Mamarosa.
We often return to Pizza Bella, the vibe there is inviting, and the quality of the food (especially the pizzas) is really good. In total, we’ve probably been here eight times over the years. We also went to Capricci Pizza a couple of years ago, and I remember really loving the food there as well. The thing is that Capricci is a small restaurant and it’s often already full by the time we want to eat there, so keep that in mind.
Mamarosa is a restaurant I’ve passed well over a hundred times, but have never gone to, so I can’t give my judgment there. It’s right in between Capricci and Pizza Bella. Mama Rosa is the biggest Italian restaurant on the island, and it has many positive reviews as well. Overall, the Italian restaurants in Isla Mujeres are of a surprisingly high quality.
23. Get Some Italian Ice Cream From Gelateria Monte Blanco
I’m not really a sweet tooth; however, I’ll make an exception for Gelateria Monte Blanco. They easily have the best Italian ice cream on the island. Trust me, I’ve tried others on the main street, but this is the one.
The ‘gelateria’ is owned by a tall Italian man who’s there every day of the week from 2 – 9:30 PM. He always has a smile on his face, is happy to see you, and thanks you profoundly for doing business with him. I don’t know his name, but I do know this service has been consistent for 5+ years. It’s worth a visit!
24. Visit Garrafon Reef Park
Most of the activities on Isla Mujeres that I’ve mentioned on this list are in no particular order. However, there’s a reason I put Garrafon Reef Park at the bottom of this list. For most people, the question of “what is there to do in Isla Mujeres day trip?” is often answered with “Garrafon Reef Park”.
Of all the places you can visit on Isla Mujeres and of all the things you can see, visiting Garrafon Reef Park is like going to a Michelin restaurant and ordering a Big Mac. There’s a time and a place for mass entertainment and waterparks, but I just don’t think Isla Mujeres is that place.
Having said that, I haven’t actually been here myself, and I’m mainly basing my opinion on stories from my friends on the island.
Garrafon Reef Park is basically a beach club with pools, a protected snorkeling area, and a zip line. It also used to have a Dolphin Discovery, which meant that you could swim with dolphins, another reason to dislike the place, because of the limited enclosures these animals are kept in. However, the Mexican government has recently decided to ban all dolphin entertainment, so that part of the park is/should be closed.
The only way I would visit Garrafon Reef Park is if I had a big family with young kids, wanted to keep everyone entertained for half a day, and money wasn’t an issue. Entrance to the park is $59.40 USD and $47.40 USD for kids above five years old. All-inclusive starts at $95.20 USD per person.
FAQ about activities on Isla Mujeres
Now that you know what there is to do in Isla Mujeres, you probably have some questions that need answering. Below are the most asked ones.
Is Isla Mujeres worth a day trip from Cancun?
Yes, Isla Mujeres is worth a day trip from Cancun. You can take the Ultramar ferry from three different locations in Cancun, of which two are located in the north of the hotel zone. On Isla Mujeres, you can rent a golf cart, visit Punta Sure, go to one of the beach clubs, or spend the day at Playa Norte. At night, you can enjoy live music in restaurants and take the ferry back before 10 PM.
What is the best time to visit Isla Mujeres?
High season in Isla Mujeres starts on the 1st of January and ends on the 30th of April. From May to August, the temperatures and humidity are higher, and this makes the climate more unpleasant. From September to December, there’s a chance of hurricanes.
Do I need a golf cart to get around Isla Mujeres?
No, you do not need a golf cart to get around Isla Mujeres. Renting scooters or bikes is also an option. There are also plenty of taxis, and even the local buses are an option. Golf carts are the most convenient form of transport if you need to transport 4-6 people at a time and want flexibility.
Is Isla Mujeres safe for tourists?
Yes, Isla Mujeres is very safe for tourists both during the day and night. Theft and violence aren’t really a problem on the island, and since the local community benefits heavily from tourism, this has been like this for years.
How much does a trip to Isla Mujeres cost?
A round-trip ticket from Cancun to Isla Mujeres and back costs $580 pesos for adults ($29 USD) and $440 pesos for kids ($22 USD).
Is the water at Playa Norte safe for swimming?
Yes, the water at Playa Norte is completely safe for swimming. It’s very shallow, and Playa Norte doesn’t have any current whatsoever.
Can I use US Dollars on Isla Mujeres?
Yes, in many cases, you can use US dollars on Isla Mujeres. However, keep in mind that the exchange rate is set individually by each bar and restaurant. Often, it’s cheaper to get pesos from one of the local ATMs, which can be found in the city center or at Chedraui (the largest supermarket on the island).
