Contoy Island

A trip to the” paradise islands ” of Mexico is an amazing trip that will remain in memory for many years. Just a few kilometers from Cancun, you will find a stunning national park with rich flora and fauna.

Contoy Island

Contoy Nature Reserve is an uninhabited island, a walk along which runs past the most beautiful coral reefs of Ishlache. The azure sea is ideal for swimming and snorkeling. To visit this amazing island, you can rent a boat, yacht, or catamaran and take advantage of a ready-made tour.

Paradise Island-the pearl of the Caribbean Sea

entrance to the Contoy Nature Reserve

A small island, which is only 8.5 km long, is located in the Gulf of Mexico about 30 km from the island of Women. The area of the reserve, declared a national park in 1961, is 230 hectares. Contoy is a permanent and seasonal shelter for more than 150 different species of birds.

The visit to the reserve is limited to 200 people per day, so you need to arrange a trip to this paradise island in advance. The easiest way is to use a ready-made tour. The amazing beauty of the snow-white beaches, framed by the dense greenery of lush palm trees, will not be able to leave even sophisticated travelers indifferent.

On a desert island, you can take stunning unique photos, watch birds in their natural environment and enjoy the magical sea air.

beaches of Contoy Island

Walking along the beaches with azure clear water, outdoor enthusiasts can dive with a mask and snorkel to admire the underwater inhabitants. Sunbathe on the beach and walk along the untouched paths of the island and feel the boundless sense of freedom.

What to see?

The barrier reef originates from the southern side of the island. At a shallow depth (1.5-2 meters), look at live corals, sparkling starfish, and flocks of bright marine fish.

the sea off the island of Contoy

The national park attracts attention not only from fans of snorkeling and diving. In the place where the cold waters of the Gulf of Mexico connect with the warm currents of the Caribbean Sea, you can take stunning photos and see an incredible number of inhabitants of the deep sea.

There are no predators on the uninhabited island, so here you can see the nests of turtles and wandering hermit crabs, feed pelicans, petrels, and other unique birds. An interesting sight is presented by iguanas, who are not afraid of people and are happy to pose for colorful photos.

Visit the Museum of flora and Fauna, as well as take a walk on the observation deck. The reserve is home to more than 10 thousand birds, 250 species of fish and grows about 100 varieties of tropical plants. Take a dip in the beautiful lagoon, and then have lunch in a luxurious restaurant right on the shore.

How to get to Contoy Island?

Contoy Island Pier

For a walk on the paradise island, you will have several hours. During this time, you can see all the amazing corners of the park and relax on the beautiful beach. It should be noted that it is impossible to get to the reserve on your own, so it is best to use a ready-made tour or rent a boat

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