Last checked: 25 October 2026 by Lia. Sources: Ultramar fares page (October 2026). Hero photo: Bernard DUPONT, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
This page contains affiliate links: if you book through them, Cancun Pointer may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. See the affiliate disclosure.
Overview
Isla Mujeres is about 7 km long and a 20-minute ferry ride from Cancun. By day it fills with people heading for Playa Norte. By evening it is a small walkable town. The shallow water is the reason to come. A golf cart is optional.
Getting there
Ultramar ferries run from Puerto Juárez, Playa Tortugas and Playa Caracol; the adult fare in October 2026 was 290 MXN one way plus a municipal fee. See Isla Mujeres from Cancun.
Highlights
- Playa Norte’s shallow, calm water.
- Punta Sur’s cliffs and the remains of a small Maya shrine.
- Snorkelling trips to the reef and the MUSA sculptures.
Staying here
This site does not list Isla Mujeres hotels on this site yet. Many visitors come as a day trip; if you want to stay, a night or two is a good contrast to the Hotel Zone.
Things to do
Frequently asked questions
How much is the ferry to Isla Mujeres?
Ultramar’s adult fare in October 2026 was 290 MXN one way, plus a municipal fee. The crossing from Puerto Juárez is about 20 minutes.
Can I stay on the island?
Many people come for the day. A night or two is a calmer contrast to the Hotel Zone. This site does not list Isla Mujeres hotels yet.
How do people get around?
Golf carts, scooters and taxis. You can walk from the ferry dock to Playa Norte.
