The whale shark snorkel tour in Cancun, Mexico is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim with the world's largest fish. Our experienced guides provide an intimate, eco-conscious experience that emphasizes the importance of conservation. With only small group tours, guests have an exclusive chance to observe and interact with these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
A private tour is the best way to do it, avoiding delays caused by other travelers and maximize the chances of jumping into the water with the whale sharks.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Snorkel gear
✔ Professional multi-lingual guide
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Soft drinks, water and beers on board
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Private transportation
✔ Light lunch and snacks
✖ Port & Protected Whale Shark Area Fees ($20 USD per person, cash payment at the port on your day)
Pickup Locations
1. Capital O Cancun International Airport 24/7
2. Sls Cancun
3. Moon Palace Cancun
4. Elite Vacation Club
5. Azul Villa Esmeralda
6. Cyan Cancun Hotel & Spa
7. The Royal Cancun
8. OYO Hotel Bonito
9. Capital O 171 Hotel Farallon Inn
10. Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort
11. Hotel Los Naranjos Cancun Inn
12. Alamos Inn
13. Primitive Rooms
14. Hotel Hacienda Morelos
15. Hotel Tequila Cancun
16. Planet Hollywood Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
17. Adhara Express
18. OYO Hotel San Jorge
19. Golden Shores Crown Paradise
20. Ventus At Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort
Additional Info: Pick-up is available at Cancun, Puerto Morelos ans Costa mujeres hotels, please add the hotel name to the reservation, and we will confirm the pickup time one day before tour day, and give a phone number where we can reach you by WhatsApp message.
IMPORTANT: The port fee & whale shark natural protected area entrance are not included in the price, the price is USD 15 per person, these federal fees must be paid in cash at the port, bring cash there is no ATM in the port.
Itinerary
1
Punta Sam
We start the private van pick up at your hotel, then we transfer you to Puerto Juarez to pick the private boat and start the search of whale sharks.
The best way to avoid delays caused by other travelers and maximize the chances of jumping into the water with the sharks.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Isla Contoy
You will swim and snorkel with whale sharks in the surrounding of Isla Contoy at the north of Yucatan Peninsula.
Duration: 4 hours
3
Playa Norte
Once the activity is done you will visit "Playa Norte" at Isla Mujeres Island for the lunch of fresh fish ceviche and chicken sandwiches.
Then transfer back to Puerto Juarez for van drop off at your hotel.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• It is recommended that you bring sunscreen, a swimsuit, an underwater camera and a hat
• Note: Price displayed is per boat. One adult equals one boat. Select 1 adult at checkout to book a boat for up to 6 people
• Not recommended for child aged 9 and under
