Cancun Whale Shark Experience with Snorkel & Transportation
from $235.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure featuring the majestic whale sharks, world’s biggest fish. Take advantage of this seasonal phenomenon to get as close as possible to the fascinating creatures that migrate to the Cancun coasts every summer.
The eco-friendly, small-group tour starts with a convenient hotel pickup available from most hotels. Arrive at Puerto Juarez and enjoy a light breakfast before boarding the speedboat that will take you close to Isla Contoy to admire and swim with the amazing Whale Shark.
Get your camera ready as you approach the impressive whale sharks swimming near the surface gracefully. Better yet, prepare your life jacket and snorkel, and jump into the Caribbean waters following your guide. Swim after the stunning whale shark while maintaining safe distance, observing as the giant fish drifts forward.
After two hours of sighting and two immersions, make a brief stop at Playa Norte and swim in one of the best beaches in the Mexican Caribbean.
6 hours
Pickup offered
Itinerary
- 1Isla Mujeres
Visit this paradisiacal island in the Mexican Caribbean, you'll have free time to explore and experience its food, crafts, and local culture, as well as its wonderful, world-renowned beaches.
- 2Isla Blanca
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure featuring the majestic whale sharks, world’s biggest fish. Swim and snorkel at a safe distance, allowing you to admire the graceful giants from nearby. After your experience, snorkel on the reef close to Isla Mujeres and enjoy a delicious fish or shrimp ceviche. Following a convenient hotel pickup, cruise out to open waters near Isla Contoy. A light breakfast and fresh ceviche are served on the boat. Once the main activity has been completed, make a brief stop at stunning Playa Norte Beach on Isla Mujeres.
What's included
- Snorkel on the reef in Isla Mujeres
- Remedies against motion sickness: ginger tea or dramamine
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun, Puerto Morelos & Playa del Carmen only
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Vegetarian meal available on demand
- Available Guides under request (French, Dutch, German, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Polish)
- Professional bilingual guide
- Sodas and water
- Free swimming time at stunning North beach (Playa norte)
- Shrimp or Fish ceviche & Guacamole
- Light breakfast
Not included
- Optional professional photographs
- Neoprene suit available for rent
- Dock Fee
- Pressure Brazalet for motion sickness (available for purchase)
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Whale shark sightings are highly likely during the season, but as these are wild animals in their natural habitat, sightings cannot be 100% guaranteed.
- For safety and environmental protection, touching the whale sharks or interfering with their natural behavior is strictly prohibited.
- Participants will complete up to two guided whale shark swimming immersions depending on weather and ocean conditions.
- This tour takes place in open ocean waters, so moderate waves and boat movement should be expected. It is highly recommended for guests prone to motion sickness to take precautions before the tour.
- The whale shark encounter is weather-dependent and may be modified or canceled by the harbor master due to unsafe sea conditions.
- Participants must know how to swim comfortably in open water to fully enjoy the snorkeling activity.
- Life jackets are mandatory during all snorkeling and whale shark swimming activities.
- The boat ride to the whale shark area may take approximately 1 hour depending on weather conditions and whale shark location on the day of the tour.
- Marine life visibility and snorkeling conditions may vary depending on weather, currents, and sea conditions on the day of the activity.
