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10 hours
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Go to this amazing adventure where you will be able to see the Mexico's gentle giants - whale sharks! Cruising the Gulf of Mexico with an expert guide, you'll visit the biggest fish and maybe spot dolphins, manta rays, and turtles on this small-group snorkeling adventure off the Yucatan coast.
*NOTE: WE CAN OPERATE A PRIVATE WHALE SHARK TOUR ALL DAYS (EXCEPT 30 OF EACH MONTH).
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Minimum age is 8 years
This tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate. There is a possibility that the tour may be canceled after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be provided the option to take the tour on an alternative date or be refunded in full.
It is not recommended for pregnant women and people with heart and back problems.
We only permit biodegradable sunscreen and we invite you to use it when you are in your Hotel before your trip because we care about your health and marine life.
We recommended to ask your doctor if you can take seasickness pills before your tour.
Environmental tax and dock use excludes ($20.00 usd in cash per person payable the day of your tour)
You can bring your own bottle of water (glass or recyclable)
Whale Shark ‘No Sighting’ Guarantee: Unfortunately, we can never 100% guarantee a wildlife sighting. But we can guarantee to do everything we can on the day to maximise your chances of swimming with a whale shark.
We use mouth covers all the time
We use gel antibacterial
We wash our hands every 30 minutes
We do not touch our face, noise and mount
We say “Hello” with 1.5 mts of distance
We take the temperature to our employees every day
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bilingual naturalist guide
Water and soft drinks
Use of snorkeling equipment (life jacket, visor, fins, snorkel)
Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Personal expenses
ENVIRONMENTAL TAX AND DOCK USE $20.00 USD IN CASH PER PERSON PAYABLE THE DAY OF YOUR TOUR
Join us for an informative briefing at Marina Xtabay, where our certified guides will share fascinating insights about whale sharks and the unique ecosystems of the region. Learn more about these gentle giants and their natural habitat before your adventure begins.
Playa Norte
Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard, just off the coast of Isla Mujeres—home to one of the world's most stunning beaches, as recognized by Condé Nast in 2013. Take time to swim and relax in the crystal-clear turquoise waters of this tropical paradise.
Pick-ups will be in Super Aki Market in Tulum.
•EXACTLY PICK UP TIME WILL BE PROVIDED ONE DAY BEFORE YOUR TOUR.
Pickup included
Departs from Playa del Carmen hotels. •EXACTLY PICK UP TIME WILL BE PROVIDED ONE DAY BEFORE YOUR TOUR BY A MESSAGE ON VIATOR.
Departs from Riviera Maya hotels •EXACTLY PICK UP TIME WILL BE PROVIDED ONE DAY BEFORE YOUR TOUR BY A MESSAGE ON VIATOR.
Pick up place directly in Marina Xtabay, Carretera Puerto Juárez, Carr. a Punta Sam Supermanzana 84, 77500 Cancún, Q.R.
Departs from Cancun hotels. •EXACTLY PICK UP TIME WILL BE PROVIDED ONE DAY BEFORE YOUR TOUR BY A MESSAGE ON VIATOR.
872 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Michael D,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
Bad weather and no activity road around in a boat for 6 hours and got sick. Carter should have notified us that it was going to be bad weather.
Jene H,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
Only two of dove with the whale shark and less than a minute. We paid for four people. Out of the ten people on the boat only four dove. That was not by choice.
Lara F,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
Absolutely incredible experience. Very well organised and all the crew very dedicated to making it the best possible experience for us all. We had a bit of a search to start with but they found us the whale sharks and it was incredible. Crew were great and organised us efficiently, moving the boat so we had the best possible view and swim with the whale sharks. Highly recommend.
Nomads W,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
This was a day for me to complete a bucket list item. It was mind blowing and I have no regrets. It’s a must do!!!!
Michael H,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
Naara was an amazing guide both in terms of the experience and the knowledge. Ceviche at Isla Mujeres was amazing
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