A trip to Isla Mujeres in Mexico, for many, is a trip to paradise. With fantastic tropical weather, fine beaches, and breathtaking views all over the island, it is certainly a place to kick back and relax. There is more to Isla Mujeres than weather though. There are many fun and exciting things to do on the island that only add to the beach and waters sport fun.

On such trip you don't want to miss during your stay at Isla Mujeres is Garrafon Isla Mujeres and the Dolphin Discovery. Offering fun for the entire family, this park and dolphin discovery experience are both worth the small entrance fee to get in. With that fee, you get full use of the facilities, which include the pool, deck, and sea platform. You also get use of life vests, kayaks, binoculars, and even inner tubes to have some water fun. For a little more money, you can get snorkeling gear, towels, and a locker.

Garrafon Park, located on the southern end of the Isla Mujeres facing fabulous Cancun, is actually named for a formation in the reef, which is actually the longest reef in the entire hemisphere. The reef makes for gorgeous sites as you snorkel and swim in the area. The shallow and clear waters along with the easy currents make the snorkeling enjoyable and easy for even novice divers. If you are not comfortable with snorkeling, though, you can always swim in the pool or at the beach in the park.

In addition to snorkeling, you can also enjoy the many gift shops. Stroll through the park and browse for that perfect souvenir. If you like, you can also stop for a little bite to eat or a whole meal at one of the restaurants or snack bars. There are even dive shops if you are into diving and snorkeling and need a few supplies. There is even an opportunity to a little spelunking since the Garrafon Park offers guided tours to the Blue Eye Cave and Punta Sur.

Don't forget to make a stop at the Dolphin Discovery. Located at Sac Bajo, you can swim with and learn about dolphins. Watch shows and make friends with these playful sea-dwelling mammals while gaining a deeper understanding of their behavior and personality. The Dolphin Discovery is very near the Park and can be either a part of your day at the park or another day trip all its own.

There is so much to do in Isla Mujeres, that you really owe it to yourself to take a break from beach bumming and drink sipping to experience a little more. A great start is to check out the Garrafon Isla Mujeres and Dolphin Discovery. Well worth the entrance fee, the park gives you a chance to do everything from swim to explore while making use of snack bars and restaurants. Additionally, a short trip from there will take you to the Dolphin Discovery on Sac Bajo where you can swim with dolphins and learn more about them. The trip is, overall, well worth a day of your vacation.