this video is closed captioned top 10 things to do in islamojeras one of the most gorgeous
islands in the mexican caribbean lies just across from cancun and it is only a 20-minute ferry ride
to get there this gem is known as isla mujeres means women's island the island is named after
each el the mayan moon goddess which statue you can find at the punta sor park this four mile
long piece of paradise is the perfect place for a relaxing vacation or a day trip from cancun
and you should add it to your travel itinerary so today we're going to talk about my favorite island
here and the top 10 places that you must visit in isla mojeres if you enjoy your videos join us on
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when we publish a new video number one explore the garaphone natural reef park our phone natural reef
park is well known all over the world for its astonishing reefs and cliffs right in front of
the turquoise waters of the mexican caribbean sea located on isla mujeres southern trip you can buy
a day pass here with everything including kayaking and snorkeling visiting the natural trails
ziplining also all food and drinks are included you can also upgrade to the vip package for more
comfort and it includes more activities like swimming with dolphins or simply relaxing in
one of the hammocks while enjoying the warm calm waves are all options for visitors if you're a
garaphone make a point of stopping by punta sur an impressive cliff area visitors will find a lot of
iguanas here and some local shop-selling souvenirs a sculpture park was also here as well as the
island's iconic lighthouse and a centuries-old mayan temple the views from here are just
astonishing number two hit the beach the mexican caribbean offers some of the world's most gorgeous
beaches but none compared to those on isla mujeres north beach or playa norte will surely
be the first beach to catch your eye since it is in the island's most popular and developed beach
and for a good reason playa norte is a stunningly white strip of sand bordered by gorgeous palms
and backed by a shallow glistening turquoise sea playa norte is a fantastic beach for water sports
kayaks snorkel gear beach chairs and umbrellas may be rented almost anywhere you'll also find a
line of beach clubs and eateries running up and down the sand where you can order meals listen
to live music play beach volleyball and relax for the day the waves are almost non-existent
off the coast of playa norte making it ideal for the whole family playa tiberone playa lanceros
and playa indios are some of the other beaches on isla mujeres worth visiting these beaches
can be found on the island's tranquil west shore you can go snorkeling on your own or join one of
the many snorkeling trips offered on the island these beaches are frequently visited for lunch or
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now let us continue with the video number three go snorkeling while some of the best diving in mexico
can be found south of cancun near cozumel isla mojeres also has a wealth of underwater marvels
the reefs around isla mujeres are extremely shallow making them ideal for snorkeling but
divers can also find deep wrecks arches ledges and caves a bit further out what makes snorkeling or
diving in and around isla mujeres so enjoyable is that the water temperature is consistently warm
throughout the year about 300 days per year are available for diving the greatest time to swim
with whale sharks is from june to september also available here on isla mujeres the musa is one of
the most popular diving destinations off the coast of isla mujeres more than 500 sculptures can be
found here number four go shopping evening miguel hidalgo is the main thoroughfare in the downtown
area this pedestrian street has a bewildering number of shops and eateries and it is always busy
from morning to night stroll down evenida miguel hidalgo and browse the many boutiques and souvenir
stores for everything from a commemorative t-shirt to jewelry and locally crafted art
the sellers can be a little aggressive in their attempt to attract people but it's certainly a
sight to behold the eateries pour out onto the street in the evening allowing for a lively
people-watching experience keep in mind that eateries on avenida miguel hidalgo are generally
pricier than those on adjacent streets even so the live music is well worth the trip number five swim
with whale sharks prepare to be completely humbled when swimming with these majestic gentle giants
whale sharks are one of the world's largest animals reaching lengths of up to 50 feet they are
the largest fish in the sea from june to september they surface off the coast of cancun right off the
coast of isla mujeres humans can swim with these magnificent creatures during this period for a
once-in-a-lifetime experience it is without a doubt one of the most enjoyable activities
on isla mujeres whale sharks are enormous but they do not pose a threat to humans they eat plankton
and fish eggs which are the tiniest of water organisms swimming beside them is perfectly safe
and provides one of the most up-close and personal nature experiences on the globe there are several
tour companies on isla mujeres that provide whale shark tours this is a must-do activity you will
not be sorry number six rent a golf cart a golf cart is all you need for the ultimate sightseeing
tour of isla mujeres there are plenty of golf cart rental options on isla mujeres it's everyone's
favorite method to see the island's stunning coastline carts can be rented by the day or by
the hour but while a day rate from 9 am to 6 pm is around 40 dollars it's worth it to get one for the
entire day so you can see everything the island has to offer all you'll need is a current driver's
license to get started we usually rent it for 24 hours to be able to get around at night time too
you'll be treated to stunning shades of turquoise blue ocean views in all directions along the
coastline road the roadside coconut kiosks colorful cottages and the famous punta sewer which
is distinguished by cliffs and infinite vistas out to sea are not to be missed at punta soor
you'll also be able to glimpse templo eschel you can view the wilder atlantic shore
on the east side of islamaharas which is noted for its more thrilling waves and sheer rocks
number seven take your picture with the islamic harris sign everywhere around mexico you can find
colorfully painted town letters they are perfect for souvenir pictures to take with you back home
don't you think of course they are the perfect memory of your awesome time spent here
there are also a few signs around the island on strategic locations on isla mujeres one of
the signs is located behind the casa del cultura which is on the southeast corner of abasolo street
and garetto avenue and you can't miss it the second is right on the side of the car
ferry dock on the road to punta sur from the city center malecon number eight see baby sea turtles
isla mujeres has been a breeding ground for giant sea turtles for decades with the turtles arriving
in may and september to build their eggs in the soft sand the eggs are now secured in la
tartuga granga the turtle farm which is located on the island and meant to keep the eggs safe as
sea turtles are becoming increasingly endangered between august and october visitors are in for a
spectacular treat as they can witness hundreds of baby turtles being released into the water
after hatching you can even feed the turtles so don't forget to grab a bag on your way to the farm
the release of the newborn turtles which is a life-changing experience for local children
and visitors is open to all the little aquarium houses a variety of tropical fish sea horses young
manta rays and lobsters in addition to the turtle sanctuary the entry fee is only three dollars so
money won't be a problem and if you have kids with you then they will appreciate the entire spectacle
number nine visit mercado municipal in the center of isla mojeres is the mercado municipal
it is the local market where you can find everything from groceries to fresh fish to meat
and fresh veggies name it all is here but the most exciting thing here is the local food stalls
go and try some real authentic mexican food at very affordable prices make this culinary journey
you will not be disappointed and while you are there take some pictures of the colorful ambience
of this market number 10 explore the zocalo in the evening a zocalo or town square can be found in
every mexican town or city you may be aware of the most well-known one in mexico city which is home
to a magnificent church in other works of spanish architecture isla mujeres isn't any different on
isla mojeres the zocalo is the island's beating heart and it's here that tourists will encounter
an explosion of vibrant activity pedestrians are flowing in and out as they make their way
to and from the beach stores and restaurants keep the zocalo reasonably peaceful during the day
in the evenings however the area comes alive with locals and visitors alike all of whom come
to enjoy the cuisine dances and celebrations that pop up on a nightly basis you might wish to stop
by the seashore walkways popularly known as the malecon while you're in town a group of painters
was commissioned to paint large-scale ocean-themed murals in 2014. the beautiful works of art are
still visible today around the town and are among the island's main tourist attractions well that
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