The greatest virtue of vacationing in Playa del Carmen is its strategic location in the Riviera Maya. This means that you are at a convenient distance for endless adventurous day trips that will complement your stay in the Mexican Caribbean. One of our favorite plans is to spend the day on a paradise island in the Caribbean.
In this blog post, we recommend three islands you can visit from Playa del Carmen to visit in the morning and return comfortably to the beach that never sleeps at the end of the day.
The waters of Isla Mujeres are perfect for exploring another corner of the Caribbean Sea. Here, you can relax at Playa Norte and spend an active day at Parque Garrafon. You'll also find Mayan remains, such as the temple to the goddess Ixchel in Punta Sur, at the tip of the island.
To get to Isla Mujeres, take a van or private shuttle to Cancun. Then, take a ferry in Punta Juarez pier. This trip will only take you a few hours, so get up early!
Just 30 kilometers from Isla Mujeres, you will find Contoy Island, a natural area protected since 1998. This is your destination if you are passionate about wildlife like birds and sea turtles. However, considering that the island only allows 200 tourists per day, you must book a tour with permission to go to this island.
You'll find the largest populated island in Mexico just 40 minutes from the Playa del Carmen pier. You can stroll along its vibrant boardwalk, visit Chankanaab National Park, or take a tour in a glass-bottomed boat on El Cielo beach, where you can observe starfish.
Playa del Carmen has much more for you. Your vacation on the Riviera Maya will be an adventure from start to finish, and Happy Address vacation properties will provide comfort.
Our fully equipped properties are strategically located and have luxury amenities for you. Enjoy your stay with us, which includes concierge service, housekeeping, and additional services such as private transportation and tour booking.
We invite you to discover our properties available at the best of Playa del Carmen and book your favorite for your next vacation in the heart of the Riviera Maya.
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