We visited Isla Mujeres, the isle of woman, on a sunny day in September and here is our trip review. We took a catamarn from blue bay resort on the mainland of Cancun. It only cost us $35 for each person, which included drinks on the cat, snorkeling (3 places), lunch on the island, and spinnaker ride (the ride often not possible due to wind conditions).

Isla is a beautiful small town with charming alleys, located next to pristine waters. When your boat pulls in, you can look down and see seashells at the bottom of crystal-clear waters. It is totally awesome.

The snorkeling is wonderful. The fish are plentiful. There is one area where there are some currents, so slower swimmers and kids need some help.

The lunch is avarage mexican fair. Nothing to write home about, but then what do you expect for a trip of $35.

The trip on catamaran is truly a joy. That is the best part of the trip.. the partying and just looking down at the ocean bottom is such a thrill.

Check out the North Beach, it is like a swimming pool, calm and shallow.

Overall the best bargain in Cancun!

Here are more info:

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Travel with RJ has info about excursion from Cozumel to different places including Isla Mujeres, although this is a long trip, and not as rewarding due to the islands being somewhat similar.