How to Spend 4 Days on Isla Mujeres

Once you arrive and navigate the whirlwind of Cancun’s airport, meet your shuttle or private driver for the transfer to Ultramar Puerto Juarez Ferry Terminal. Boats come every half hour from 5am to 9:30pm, and the crossing only takes about 15-20 minutes. I highly recommend that you sit up top and take in the gorgeous views as you’re ferried to Isla Mujeres. On the island, the best method of transportation is golf carts and that should be your first stop. I recommend renting from Joaquin’s or Pelicano’s. Golf cart in hand, head on out to your hotel to unwind from all the stress of travel.

Depending on your arrival time, you may be able to catch the sunset on the beach over dinner or a drink. But even if you arrive after dark, this is the time to kick back, relax and enjoy the dreamy island life that will be your home for the next several days.

Start your day off with breakfast at your hotel and spend some time on a sandy beach before your first adventure because if you’ve ever thought of snorkeling, this would be the place to do it!

With tours departing from both Cancun and Isla Mujeres, MUSA Underwater Sculpture Museum is unique and the largest underwater museum on the planet. This small group, 4-hour tour will allow you to snorkel amongst reefs and statues, but be sure to take some anti-nausea medication before boarding the boat because the waves can get a little rough.

Once back on land, return to your hotel to freshen up and head out to Centro to explore the local cuisine.

A weekend in paradise isn’t complete without a massage. Put away some relaxation time at the hotel spa and have a light lunch before another day on the water.

Check out Dolphin Discovery for some true quality time swimming with dolphins. These tours will also give you access to their facilities including the swimming pool, lounge chairs, open bar and buffet. Definitely worth checking out! And if that wasn’t enough cute marine animal encounters for one day, Dolphin Discovery also offers manatee encounter tours.

Take the rest of the day to explore shopping and dining in Centro. This is also a good opportunity to check out the famed Playa Norte, or if you’d prefer something a little quieter head over to Punta Sur where you can walk the trails and see some Mayan ruins and a sculpture garden.

After breakfast, get your last-minute souvenir shopping out of the way before heading over to the ferry terminal and saying goodbye to Isla Mujeres. If you have some time before your flight, I’d definitely recommend getting some extra time on the beach prior to heading to Cancun. A driver will meet you once again at the ferry terminal to return you to the airport.

If you’re anything like me, you’ll have your final drink at the airport and start making plans to return.