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Playa del Carmen Tours

CONTOY ISLAND (ISLA CONTOY)
(one-day tour)

Also known as 'island of the birds' this bird sanctuary and aviary lies 1 1/2 hours by boat north of Cancun, where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico. The only permanent residents are the 100 plus species of tropical birds, including pelican, gull and frigate, as well as several types of reptiles and sea turtles. Spend the day exploring this "deserted tropical paradise".

In addition to the white sandy beaches, framed by red and black mangroves and thousands of coconut palms Contoy, which means "pelican" in the Mayan language, has a small museum and and a five-story tower thast offers and impressive view of the surroundings. In an effort to preserve the delicate ecological balance of this island Wildlife Reserve, only a limited number of people are allowed to visit the island.

Itinerary:
You will leave from the "Terminal Excaret" (directions available at your hotel) at 8:30 a.m. (08:30 hrs.), daily except Sunday and return at 5:00 p.m. (17:00 hrs.)

Includes:

Open Bar
Lunch
Entrance Fees to the Island

Price:

$60.00 US per person

One Day Tours

2 - 5 DAY TOURS

6 DAY & UP - TOURS

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