If you wish to keep costs low by avoiding expensive tour companies, there are a few options. If a self-guided tour of Isla Mujeres is your preference, passage on the local ferries is inexpensive. Fishing T he Deep-sea fishing of Cancun is world renowned. Mackerel, red snapper, barracuda, bluefin, and grouper are among the most popular game fish in the area. Seasonal fishing includes the wonderful and exciting sailfish season which runs from March to mid-July, the wahoo and kingfish season which runs from May to September, and the bonito and dorado season which runs from May to early July.
Many charter boats are available.
This price often includes a fish barbecue at the end of the day. Shore fishing is much cheaper than the charter trips, but that doesn't mean it is unproductive. Be sure that before you fish, you obtain the proper licensing. All anglers over the age of 16 must have a license. You may purchase 3 day, one month, or one year passes.