We were told by several people that we would want to visit other cities because Isla Mujeres would get boring after a few days. This was not the case for us! We did something nearly every day and still did not get to do everything that we wanted to. Maybe next time!
The first full day on the island we rented a golf cart to explore the 5 mile island. For $50 you can rent a golf cart for 24 hours. I would definitely recommend that anyone visiting this island do this at the beginning of your stay so that you can see the sights and know where everything is located.
http://www.isla-mujeres.net/landfun.htm
We went to Punta Sur which is located at the southern tip of Isla Mujeres, 20 meters above sea level, where the rising sun first touches Mexican soil. This is the highest elevation in the Yucatan and home to an ancient temple honoring the Mayan Moon Goddess. Visitors can look out from its steep, naturally carved cliffs toward awesome views of Cancun and the bay. This visit was very economical at $2.50 per person.
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| View from ledge top |
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| Waves crashing |
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| Entrance Sign |
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| Sculpture Garden |
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| Sculpture Garden |
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| Cliff Ledge |
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| Cliff Ledge |
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| Cliff of the Dawn |
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| Cliff Ledge |
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| Sculpture Garden |
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| Sculpture Garden |
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| View |
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| Sculpture Garden |
Tortuga --Sea Turtle Farm
This cost us $2.50 each for entrance.
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| Baby turtles |
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| Albino turtle |
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| Turtle |
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| Waiting to hatch! |
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| Turtle |
Playa Norte is located at the southern tip of Isla Mujeres, 20 meters above sea level, where the rising sun first touches Mexican soil. This is the highest elevation in the Yucatan and home to an ancient temple honoring the Mayan Moon Goddess. Visitors can look out from its steep, naturally carved cliffs toward awesome views of Cancun and the bay.
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| coke bottle clear water |
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| Norte Playa |
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| Playa Norte swimmers |
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| Shallow for long distances |
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| Swimmers and ships |
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| Playa Norte |
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| Entrance to Avalon Resort |
Playa Sol - Playa Sol is at the northwestern tip of the island and is the neighboring beach to Playa Norte. Playa Sol is the best location to watch the sunset and is usually a little less crowded than the neighboring beach. Although it is less crowded, the water is not as shallow and clear as Playa Norte.
Garrafón de Castilla
Located next to Garrafón Isla Mujeres at the south end of the island. The $20 peso admission includes use of lounge and beach chairs with beach umbrellas, restrooms and shower facilities. Snorkel gear, lockers and towels are available for an additional fee. There is a restaurant, snack bar and a small gift shop. Playa Garrafón de Castilla features a Nurse Shark pen where you can swim with the sharks and snorkeling areas that rival Garrafón Isla Mujeres.
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| Snorklers |
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| Fish! |
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