LIVE the experience of Swim with the Whale Shark.

New To The Site! Cancun, Mexico

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6 to 7 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

No matter where you go on your vacation in Mexico, swimming with whale sharks in the Caribbean Sea is an activity that you can't miss for the whole family. These great ocean dwellers are friendly swimming partners.

If you are looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, swimming with whale sharks on Isla Mujeres should be on your list for the trip! Whale sharks are the largest fish in the ocean, and while the word "shark" might scare you, these sea creatures are gentle giants that feed on plankton and feel really comfortable with humans. So don't think about it anymore, jump into the water for a close encounter with these amazing creatures and enjoy the Caribbean scenery.

Don't miss the opportunity to connect with nature and marine life during your vacation!

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What's Included

  • Search of the Whale Shark (aprox 2 immersions per person)
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Transportation and Boat ride
  • Federal tax port $20.00 usd per person
  • Snacks at check in: coffee, juice and bread (ONLY IN DELUXE OPTION)
  • Soda Drinks (ONLY IN DELUXE OPTION)
  • Additional Snorkel Experience at Isla Mujeres Reef (ONLY IN DELUXE OPTION)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

If your hotel is not listed please let us know in which hotel are you staying so a representative of our company can contact you to indicate the correct place and time of your pickup. We ask you to indicate the hotel where you are staying in the special requirements box and also with your email. This service has 2 schedules: Classic and Deluxe Option. The schedules vary according to the hotel, our representative will indicate the exact schedule via mail or via text message.For this tour, we do not have departures on the 30th of each month due to Whale Shark Conservation Day. It is important to mention that for TULUM option this service is only bookable for Monday and Saturdays.You will receive confirmation at the time of booking, unless you reserve 7 days or less before the trip. In that case you will receive confirmation within 48 hours, provided there is availability.To organize the tour, a minimum number of passengers is necessary. It is possible that the tour is canceled after confirmation if there is not a sufficient number of passengers. In the event that this happens, you will be offered the option to make the excursion on another date or you will be refunded the full amount.Please select round trip from Cancun if your hotel is in hotel zone of Cancun, Playa mujeres, downtown and Riviera Cancun. If you are in Puerto Morelos or Playa del Carmen select Playa del Carmen option. And if your hotel is between Xcaret and Super Aki Tulum please select roundtrip from Tulum.

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Marina Hacienda del Mar, Carretera, Carr. a Punta Sam Supermanzana 84, Puerto Juarez, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

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CLASSIC OPTION: The season starts from Jun 2 to September 15, the departure is at Marina Hacienda Del Mar Punta Sam at 7:30 am.DELUXE OPTION: The season starts from Jun 2 to September 15, the departure is at Marina Punta Norte (Carretera Punta Sam Marina km 2 + 050) at 9:30 am.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Times

What To Expect

Isla Mujeres

This adventure starts early when our team picks you up in the lobby of your hotel around 5 or 6 am. Get ready to discover an incredible and unforgettable experience.You will aboard a boat that will take you by the Caribbean Sea to the famous Island of Women, where in the course we will stop at a point where this famous and beautiful creature, the whale shark, is located.You will go down to swim with the shark in couple, 2 to 3 sessions per person depending on how much whale sharks there are. You'll be given your gear and you're ready to swim.At the end of this activity we will go to the North Beach of Isla Mujeres where you can enjoy a snack that includes a mexican ceviche.We will return to the boat to head back to your hotel after this great adventure.Unfortunately we can´t guarantee the whale shark sightseeing but in most of the cases we find them. If we find less than 5 shark whale, we will make only the sightseeing.

7 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-168391P61


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