Isla Mujeres is one of the main islands of the Mexican Caribbean

Located off the coast of Cancun in the state of Quintana Roo, Isla Mujeres is one of the main islands of the Mexican Caribbean, has an area of 8 km long by 2 km wide, and has a pleasant tropical climate averages 27 º C.

On this island, rich natural and cultural attractions are numerous among them: sandy beaches, its archaeological remains, as the Temple of Ixchel, and historical as the Hacienda Mundaca and Garrafón Marine Park, a place ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling in the reef area inhabited by hundreds of colorful fish. The island has a strong infrastructure of hotels, beach clubs that offer stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and in the downtown area, a variety of shops where you can buy all kind of souvenirs: beachwear, shirts and handicrafts made of wood and shell as well as restaurants specializing in local and international cuisine, bars and nightclubs where you can enjoy music and Afro-Caribbean reggae until late at night.

AROUND, AND PLACES FEATURED ROUTES

Route ecoarcheological Riviera Maya, Isla Mujeres. From Isla Mujeres you can take a ferry which takes you to the city of Cancun, where you can visit the archaeological site of El Rey, ancient Mayan city where you can admire the remains of buildings, roads, squares and some murals. Then the road no. 307, visit Xcaret, 74 miles south of Cancun, a major eco-tourism park has a beach area, a network of underground rivers, an aquarium, a dolphin, a butterfly garden, an orchid farm and an apiary for those who like to admire the flora and fauna of the region, the visit also includes a tour of the archaeological area and its recreation of a Mayan village. Continuing south along the same route, arrive at Xpu-Ha, located 94 km. south of Cancun, beautiful sandy beach framed by lush vegetation, ideal for enjoying nature. You can then visit Xel-Ha, 42 km south of Xcaret, one of the best places to snorkel in the main lake or underground rivers. Among its facilities, which have all the services, you can also swim with dolphins and visit the ruins of an ancient Mayan ceremonial center. Finally, on the same road no. 307, arrive at Tulum, 64 km south of Playa del Carmen, one of the most beautiful archaeological sites on the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. Among its most important buildings are: The Castle, the Temple of the Frescoes and the Temple of the Descending God.