Can you imagine visiting a dream place where only 200 people can enter per day, exploring mangrove forests and lagoons full of animals and exotic plants?
The incredible Isla Contoy is located just minutes away from Cancun and Isla Mujeres and is an experience you don’t want to miss out on when visiting the Mexican Caribbean.
HOW TO GET THERE?
The best way to enjoy this relaxing getaway is to join one of the guided tours that start from Cancun and Isla Mujeres. If you prefer to rent a private boat first you will have to obtain the corresponding permit at the Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources office.
🐝 loQsea Tip: once you have your permit, contact us and we will get you the perfect boat for your amazing trip!
WHAT TO DO ON ISLA CONTOY
Isla Contoy is one of the smallest islands in Mexico, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t anything to do there! On the contrary, this place shelters endless animal and plant species and is perfect for people like you, who are interested in the ecosystems and the local environment.
Here are a few options for you to enjoy when visiting this amazing island:
✔ Snorkel at the Ixlache Reef
Before you get to the island, you can snorkel and take in this natural wonder coral reef. Probably one of the best snorkeling spots in the area, full of fan corals and all sorts of fish!
🐝 loQsea Tip: To reduce the risk of becoming seasick, take preventive measures before getting on the boat.
✔ Hang out at the beach
After an exciting snorkeling time, you probably want to chill out for a while before exploring the other amazing spots Isla Contoy has to offer, right? Relax on the heavenly beaches of the most solitary island in the Mexican Caribbean.
🐝 loQsea Tip: It’s not allowed to use any sunscreen; so have your long-sleeved shirts ready to protect you from the sun.
✔ Contemplate the wildlife
This uninhabited island is famous for its wide diversity of flora and fauna. In fact, it is a protected national park and the most important bird sanctuary of the country: its lagoons, mangroves and low forests are home to 210 species of registered birds. Furthermore, if you visit Isla Contoy during the summer months (from June to September), you might see three species of sea turtles laying their eggs: hawksbill, white and loggerhead.
🐝 loQsea Tip: Since the island has strict regulations to preserve wildlife, it’s necessary to plan your visit ahead of time. Contact us and we will take care of your tour to this fantastic and secret place of the Mexican Caribbean!
✔ Enjoy a culinary experience
Of course you need a good boost to have energy for the rest of the day! You should definitely try the Tikin-xic, a typical dish of fish baked underground or prepared on the grill and seasoned with achiote (a regional seed, very similar to saffron).