Tick another one off your bucket list, and swim with Whale Sharks off the coast of Cancun. Whale sharks can be up to 12 meters long, but don't worry, they're totally harmless. Come up close to the biggest fish in the world... it's unforgettable!
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 7 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
- Pickup included
- Your hotel. If you’re staying in an Airbnb, the local partner will arrange a nearby pickup point.
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
Experience
Highlights
- See whale sharks with a company that's been around almost a decade
- Enjoy knowing that you're 100% guaranteed to swim with the biggest fish in the world
- Go with professional naturalist guides who speak your language
- Enjoy the feeling of being in a small group of no more than 10 people
- Look out for dolphins playing and sea turtles swimming
Full description
Experience the adventure of swimming and snorkeling with the whale shark - the biggest fish in the world! This exciting adventure leaves from Cancun daily during the whale shark season (from May to September) and is limited to 10 people per boat, ensuring an intimate experience. It is guided by naturalists or marine biologists.
During the tour, you will travel to the seas surrounding Contoy Island and Holbox, where you will have the opportunity to observe and snorkel with whale sharks. Look out for dolphins, mantas, sea turtles, birds, and many other species that play around the Yucatan coast.
7 AM - Pick-up at your hotel in Cancun (06:00 in Playa del Carmen, 05:00 in Tulum).
7:30 AM - Informative briefing at Puerto Juarez (Marina La Amada). Our certified guides will provide you with all the fascinating information needed to become an expert in whale sharks and the area's ecosystems.
8 AM - Depart from Marina La Amada towards the whale shark reserve in the waters surrounding Isla Contoy. Once located, you will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel with the biggest fish in the world.
12:30 PM - Lunch on the boat just off the coast of Isla Mujeres. Afterwards, cool off with a swim in the clear turquoise waters.
1:30 PM - Arrival at the marina's pier and transfer back to your hotel.
2 PM - Arrival at your hotel in Cancun (15:00 in Playa del Carmen, 14:00 in Tulum).
Includes
- Comfortable transportation (Club Wagon or Suburban with AC)
- Professional bilingual guide (biologist or naturalist)
- Lunch and soft beverages
- Equipment
- Alcoholic beverages
- Environmental tax and dock use ($10 USD in cash per person payable on the day of your activity)
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Children under 5 years
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Important information
What to bring
- Sun hat
- Change of clothes
- Towel
- Sandals
- Cash
Not allowed
- Pets
- Smoking
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothes such as a long sleeve cotton shirt, long cotton pants and an impermeable jacket.
- The use of sunscreen is limited in order to protect the whale shark and the water from pollution.
- It is recommended to take some medication in order to avoid seasickness.