Ceviche Tours was founded to provide sustainable eco-tourism services near Cancun, Mexico. We have a real love for the marine world that surrounds Isla Mujeres and Isla Contoy. This fragile reef environment is part of the second largest barrier reef on the planet.

We invite you to come explore this stunning environment with us. Swim with Whale Sharks or Sail Fish, Snorkle in the crystal blue waters off the Mexican coast, Discover the history of the ancient Mayan culture or join us on a charter that will reawaken your passion for Sport Fishing.  

We offer group and private tours. Explore our site and imagine yourself surrounded by this transformative land of natural beauty. Then contact us today to plan your dream tour.

       +52 998 241 3345     1-631-470-6315 (U.S.)

[email protected]     www.cevichetours.com

10^th Annual Whale Shark Festival in Isla Mujeres,  a “Pueblo Magico” Destination

 Isla Mujeres, Mexico – March X, 2018 – Celebrating the beauty and culture of Isla Mujeres, Mexico, the Isla Mujeres Department of Tourism, along with ecotourism company and international Festival sponsor Ceviche Tours, announce the dates for the 11^th annual Whale Shark Festival, a cultural extravaganza that showcases the achievements, traditions and environmental splendor of the island.

The Festival will be held July 20-22, 2018 in Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, Mexico, a short trip from Cancun International Airport. Isla Mujeres was honored by the Mexico Tourism Board recently as a “Pueblo Magico” (magical village) destination.

Last year thousands of people attended the family-friendly Whale Shark Festival, where guests can swim with whale sharks, the largest fish in the ocean and an endangered species. They can also join in traditional dancing, enjoy local food and work by local artisans, visit the turtle farm, snorkel and dive the reefs surrounding the Island and more.

Featured at the Festival will be Ch-ooj Ajauil, an organization dedicated to the monitoring, study and conservation of the pelagic organisms in the Mexican Atlantic; and Amigos de Isla Contoy, a 501c3 non-profit working to advance education on sustainable marine conservation and ecotourism in the region.

Additionally, leading marine scientists will present their recent research. Christophe Rohner, PhD, will discuss his work in Mozambique studying whale sharks. Ralph Pannel will discuss his efforts with Ch-ooj Ajauil to document pelagic life worldwide.

Swim with Hundreds of Whale Sharks

Whale sharks swarm the waters of Isla Mujeres from May-September, providing guests with an opportunity to swim alongside these gentle giants. Isla Mujeres is the home to the largest aggregations of whale sharks in the world. Researchers estimate that as many as 1,400 whale sharks migrate through the waters surrounding Isla Mujeres annually.

“Isla Mujeres is home to countless marine species, and the whale shark is king among them. It is a magical experience to swim with the whale sharks,” said Lic. Jose J. Castillo Magaña, Director of Tourism of Isla Mujeres. “We welcome the world to join us to celebrate the week-long Festival de Tiburón Ballena – the Whale Shark Festival — enjoying this great show of nature and beautiful Isla Mujeres.” THIS IS AN OLD QUOTE Sent you a document from the department of Tourism that you can use for a new quote info

Sustainable Ecotourism

The Whale Shark Festival is an effort to raise awareness of the need to preserve the area’s marine ecosystem. Isla Mujeres is part of the second largest barrier reef on the planet, and serves as the nursery of the Caribbean and the migratory path of whale sharks, sea turtles, Manta Rays, waterfowl and game fishes.

“The continued success of the Whale Shark Festival is indicative of how ecotourism can truly impact a community,” said John Vater, co-founder Ceviche Tours. “International events like these are essential in raising awareness and to help educate visitors on marine conservation efforts as well as to insure sustainable incomes to the residents of Isla Mujeres.”

Fun for the Whole Family

The 10^th annual Whale Shark Festival kicks off with a parade on Thursday, July 20 Yes(please confirm). Following will be activities for children such as sand sculpting events and crafting fun. Exhibitions showcasing the beauty of the island will feature Presentations by Marine Biologists, whale shark murals, photography and local handcrafted works of art.

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Travel arrangements can be made through the Ceviche Tours website www.CevicheTours.com or call +1.631.470.6315 (US) or 998.241.3345 (MX).

For more information, visit www.whalesharkfest.com.

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About Ceviche Tours

Since 2007, Ceviche Tours has been providing sustainable ecotourism and travel services to the Yucatan and Isla Mujeres, Mexico. Ceviche Tours works with the people of Isla Mujeres to preserve the local culture and maintain the integrity and beauty of the surrounding marine environment. In addition to sail fishing, Ceviche Tours offers excursions to swim with whale sharks. Sport fishing charters and other swimming and snorkeling adventures. For more information, visit www.CevicheTours.com.

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If you are planning to visit Isla Mujeres, Cancun or Riviera Maya don’t hesitate to contact Mariel at Isla Mujeres Trips to learn about the tours and activities that best fit your interests and needs whether you’re coming alone with family, as a couple or friends.  You’ll get the best service in a safe and fun tour!

If you are near, come see us and get the most helpful advice about places to visit, the best beaches, restaurants, nightlife, medical and/or other special services and any useful information that you may need.

If it’s in our hands we will help you make your vacation easy and fun!

Isla Mujeres Trips is an official tours and information center located in the heart of Isla Mujeres. We select and offer the best services in Isla, Cancun and Riviera Maya for day tours and airport transfers as well as other activities. We guarantee fun, safety and professionalism.

Our mission is to help all the visitors of Isla Mujeres and the Yucatan peninsula by providing personalized service and help in whatever way we can.

Let us know what tours you are interested in and we will be happy to send you more information.  And if you are looking for one that you didn’t find in our website, feel free to ask us and we will do our best to help!

We also arrange private tours to almost all of the attractions, just ask us for a special quotation.

          +52 1 998 214 4928      [email protected]     www.islamujerestrips.com

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Dive Life is a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center (IDC) and National Geographic Dive Center located in the heart of some of the best diving destinations in Mexico since 2002. We have recently opened a new location in Isla Mujeres, Mexico. It is the first, and only Instructor Development Center in Isla Mujeres, and is the only PADI 5 Star Dive Center.

As a 5 Star Dive Center we are committed to providing a full range of education programs from beginner to instructor courses, equipment selection and experience opportunities, while encouraging aquatic environmental responsibility.

With over twenty five years of combined experience in teaching diving courses, equipment maintenance, and customer service, our goal is to excel in providing quality services to divers, and to actively promote the benefits of recreational scuba diving, snorkeling, dive travel, and environmental protection.

Our highly trained and detail oriented staff will ensure you have a great experience while maintaining the highest standards of safety. We are committed to providing customer satisfaction along with great dive and snorkel experiences. Whether you are looking to experience scuba diving for the first time or you have thousands of dives, at Dive Life Isla Mujeres we will do our best to fulfill and exceed your expectations.

We offer DIVING, SNORKELING, PRIVATE TOURS, PADI COURSES AND WHALE SHARK TOURS.

              Phone:  998 688 4164               [email protected]               www.divelife.mx

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Enjoy Isla Mujeres diving at it’s best with Mundaca Divers

A dive shop with over 29 years experience working in Isla Mujeres. Our goal is to provide the best service possible for both beginner and advanced divers and help them enjoy the beauty and nature that surrounds us.  We are dive shop that specializes in PADI Open Water and Advanced certification, PADI Discover Scuba, Reef Dives, Wreck Dives, Adventure Dives, Night Diving, Snorkeling Adventures, Whale Shark Tours, Deep Sea Fishing, and Bay Fishing. We have professional diving equipment and a dedicated group of divers and staff with years of experience diving Isla Mujeres.

We owe the name of our shop to the pirate Fermin Mundaca y Marechaga, who arrived in Isla Mujeres in 1860 fleeing from justice. The legend has it that he fell in love with a beautiful native and built a ranch for her. Hacienda Mundaca is now a tourist spot in Isla Mujeres.

www.mundacadiversislamujeres.com

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Don’t let the name frighten you! As the largest shark in the sea, these gentle giants are peaceful creatures who feed on plankton. Jump in and swim with them during whale shark season from mid of may to mid of September. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected]

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Ready to take a dip into the underwater world? With shallow reefs all around, we offer many ideal snorkel locations which you can discover as individuals or as a private group guided by our professional staff. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected]

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Contoy Island Trip

Contoy Island is located at the confluence of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.  It is approximately 30 kilometers north of Isla Mujeres. The island is only 8.5-Km in length and has a surface area of 317 hectares. Isla Contoy is considered the most important nesting place of sea birds in all of the Mexican Caribbean.  You are sure to see many of these species on our Contoy Island trip!

Besides its unparalleled beauty, secluded sandy white beaches and lush palm trees, the island boasts more than a hundred and fifty migrating and resident bird species. The most numerous and easy to observe are the frigate, the brown pelican and the double-crested cormorant. Isla Contoy is also an important nesting place for Sea Turtles (http://www.islacontoy.org/aboutus.htm).  It is also a great location for snorkeling!  This Island of Contoy trip features a little bit of everything and is definitely worth it! FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected]

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SCUBA DIVING FOR BEGINNERS

Is this your first time scuba diving?  Not to worry, Scuba diving for beginners is the perfect place to start.  The PADI Discover Scuba Diving course is a one-day program designed to introduce you to the underwater world while using safe practices and minimal training.  You are in professional and capable hands here at Mexico Divers.  Our instructors will make sure you feel comfortable breathing underwater, understand all hand signals and everything else you need to know before going on your first open water dive. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected]

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Certified Reef Dive

If you are looking for beautiful hard and soft coral reef formations with numerous fish varieties, including the world famous underwater museum MUSA, then this is the right dive location for you. Suitable to all certification levels.

MUSA (MUSEO SUBACUATICO DE ARTE)  is an innovative project designed to counteract the effects of climate change on our oceans and reef systems. This museum is a work-in-progress and located just off the coast of Isla Mujeres. It was formally opened to the public on November 26, 2010 and will ultimately consist of 12 galleries containing nearly 1,364 artificial habitats. The aim is to discharge the accumulated impact of nearly 800,000 visiting tourists each year in the natural reef of the National Marine Park, while increasing overall biomass of the reef system and habitat areas for marine life to colonize.

The project was initiated by Dr. Jaime Gonzalez Cano, local head of Mexico’s Environment and Natural Resources Secretariat (SEMARNAT). Looking for a way to ease the stress on the local reef system without having to close the national underwater park, Dr. Cano reached out to the British sculptor, Jason deCaires Taylor, to collaborate and build one of the largest and most ambitious underwater artificial art attractions in the world. The project became a reality with the collaboration of both the Cancun and Isla Mujeres’ Nautical Associations and other private sector supporters.

To date the underwater museum comprises of; La Evolucion Silenciosa (The Silent Evolution), La Jardinera de la Esperanza (The Garden of Hope), Coleccionista de los Sueños (Dream Collector), Hombre en Llamas (Man on Fire), La promesa (The promise), Inercia (Inertia), Anthropocene, Herencia (Inheritance), and Vacio (Void) — all created by Jason deCaires Taylor.  (http://musaislamujeres.com/about-musa/)

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected]

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The PADI Open Water Diver course* is the first real step into becoming a certified diver. Understand the basic principles of scuba diving, learn basic skills and begin to explore the amazing underwater world. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: [email protected]

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