Isla Mujeres is an ideal Caribbean destination for those seeking tranquility and relaxation. This fishing town is surrounded by a stunning sea and has some of the best beaches in Mexico. In addition to its natural beauty, Isla Mujeres offers adventure activities such as tours to explore marine life, swims with dolphins, whale sharks, and sea turtles.
The island is also famous for its nightlife, its beach clubs with seaside restaurants and nighttime activities that include shows. For gastronomy lovers, the most representative dishes are based on fish and seafood, highlighting Tikinxik, a fish baked underground or grilled, seasoned with achiote, and snail ceviche.
In terms of culture, Isla Mujeres has a rich history dating back to Mayan times and was a place frequented by pilgrims who worshiped the goddess Ixchel. The Spanish conquistadors named the island after finding clay statues in the shape of women when they arrived at it.
If you are interested in diving, you can't miss MUSA, the Underwater Museum of Art, where you can explore underwater sculptures on the Manchones reef. Other attractions include El Farito, Isla Contoy, and Tortugranja, a turtle sanctuary.
To get to Isla Mujeres, you can take a ferry from Puerto Juárez in Cancún, which will take you to the island in about 15 minutes, or a ferry from Punta Sam, which takes about 45 minutes.