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Cancún: Swim with Whale Sharks

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
247 reviews
Activity provider:
EcoColors Tours
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Cancún: Swim with Whale Sharks
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
247 reviews

Tick another thing off your bucket list and swim with whale sharks off the coast of Cancun on a thrilling guided trip. Witness whale sharks that can get up to 12 meters long and enjoy a local lunch.

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Duration 7 - 7.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup optional
You will be picked up at Super Aki Tulum Market
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
A
Amy – United Kingdom

Omar was a great tour guide! Picked up in the morning in a very comfortable van, had breakfast/coffee. Boat is great, didn't take long before we found a large group of wale sharks! Omar filmed it all for us and the video is brilliant would highly recommend purchasing! After swimming with the wale sharks we had lunch at Isla mujires and had time to swim in the clear waters. Was a 10/10 experience! 100% recommend. Thank you Omar!

5
5 out of 5 stars
F
Fie – Denmark

A truly unforgettable experience – beyond all expectations! Swimming with whale sharks has been at the top of my bucket list for years, and thanks to this incredible team, I finally got to cross it off in the most magical way. From the moment we were picked up, everything was seamless. The service was outstanding, and our guide was not only knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate, which made the whole experience even more special. We were lucky enough to see so many whale sharks and there were very few other boats in the area – it felt like we had the ocean to ourselves. I even got to swim with the sharks four times, which I know is quite rare, and I feel so incredibly grateful for that. Thank you for making this dream a reality. Your professionalism, kindness, and care made all the difference. I can’t recommend this experience enough!

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Participants

Itinerary

  • Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • Cancún

    Safety briefing (15 minutes)

    Extra fee
  • Speedboat

    (30 minutes)

  • Isla Mujeres

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Swimming, Snorkeling, Marine life viewing, Scenic views on the way, Whale watching, Wildlife viewing (1.5 hours)

  • Isla Mujeres

    Break time, Lunch, Free time, Regional food (45 minutes)

  • Speedboat

    (30 minutes)

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • 12 drop-off locations:

    Puerto Xtabay | Marina & Cantina de Mar, Playa del Carmen, Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa, Akumal, Súper Akí Tulum, Blvd. Kukulcan 210, Costa Mujeres, IMEMSA YAMAHA CANCUN, Puerto Aventuras, Cancún, Puerto Morelos, Calle Polar Pte. 18

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • See whale sharks with a company that's been around almost a decade
  • 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

Snorkel with whale sharks on this day trip from Cancun (from May to September). Take a boat out whale shark reserve in the waters surrounding Isla Contoy follow your naturalist or marine biologist guide for once-in-a-lifetime experience. Savor a delicious lunch and drinks on the boat.

Be picked up early (There's an option that you can arrive by your own) in the morning from your hotel in Cancun and hop aboard a comfortable van for the drive to Puerto Juarez (Marina Xtabay). Listen to an informative briefing to help you understand whale sharks and the area's ecosystems.

Depart from Marina Xtabay on a boat and head towards the whale shark reserve in the waters surrounding Isla Contoy. Use high-quality snorkel gear to see whale sharks. Feel confident snorkeling with the help of your guide.

Sit down to a filling lunch on the boat with stunning views of the coast of Isla Mujeres. Afterwards, cool off with a swim in the clear turquoise waters. Travel back to Marina Xtabay and transfer by van back to your accommodation.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned VAN
  • Tour guide
  • Swimming equipment
  • Whale shark swim
  • Boat cruise
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Personal Expenses
  • Environmental tax and dock use ($20.00 USD in cash per person payable on the day of the activity)
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • Children under 5 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems

Meeting point

Marina Xtabay: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rtiJdxMGhF5tHfKZ9

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sun hat
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Sandals
  • Long-sleeved shirt
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • It is important to mention that there is no sighting guarantee in this tour because the main purpose is to find them.
  • In case the weather does not allow us to go on the tour on that day, which is very seldom, we will put it off until another day. If for any reason you can’t participate anymore, we will refund 100% of your payment.
  • 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.
  • If your hotel is in tulum, the pickup will be at SUPER AKI TULUM MARKET (https://maps.app.goo.gl/pT95WUz9hKN1amYCA) at 5:00 am
  • AIRBNB STAYS .-
  • We fully accept tours with Airbnb reservations, the pick-up will take place in a nearby public place or a more central meeting point in order to speed up the arrival times to the tours.
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Overall rating

4.5 /5
4.5 out of 5 stars

based on 247 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Amy – United KingdomJuly 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Omar was a great tour guide! Picked up in the morning in a very comfortable van, had breakfast/coffee. Boat is great, didn't take long before we found a large group of wale sharks! Omar filmed it all for us and the video is brilliant would highly recommend purchasing! After swimming with the wale sharks we had lunch at Isla mujires and had time to swim in the clear waters. Was a 10/10 experience! 100% recommend. Thank you Omar!
5
5 out of 5 stars
F
Fie – DenmarkJuly 11, 2025 – Verified booking
A truly unforgettable experience – beyond all expectations! Swimming with whale sharks has been at the top of my bucket list for years, and thanks to this incredible team, I finally got to cross it off in the most magical way. From the moment we were picked up, everything was seamless. The service was outstanding, and our guide was not only knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate, which made the whole experience even more special. We were lucky enough to see so many whale sharks and there were very few other boats in the area – it felt like we had the ocean to ourselves. I even got to swim with the sharks four times, which I know is quite rare, and I feel so incredibly grateful for that. Thank you for making this dream a reality. Your professionalism, kindness, and care made all the difference. I can’t recommend this experience enough!
5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Caitlin – United KingdomJuly 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Prompt pickup - very friendly and helpful staff and a bucket list activity. Was amazing

Product ID: 4165

Activity provider:
EcoColors Tours
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