Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Come explore the incredible world of the whale shark and enjoy the experience of a lifetime with the Whale Shark Discovery. The Whale Shark conveys peace and tranquillity; swimming alongside this gentle giant of the sea in Mexico is an experience to remember and share again and again. The whale shark is completely harmless to humans, it is actually a very docile and curious creature.
In summertime hundreds of whale sharks swim to the waters surrounding Isla Mujeres, Isla Contoy and Isla Holbox, to feed on plankton where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico. From end of May to middle of September, you will have the remarkable opportunity to swim and snorkel with these amazing animals, in an area teaming with sea life.
Whale shark sightings 100% guaranteed!
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Best boats with whale shark operating permits
Round trip transportation from Cancun, Playa del Carmen or Tulum (air conditioned)
Federal Tax of $15 usd not included in the price. You need to pay for this directly at the Marina.
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Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up times vary depending o where you are staying and will be advised after confirmation of your booking.
Pickups begin at 5 am in Tulum
Approx. 6.20am in Playa Del Carmen
7.30am in Cancun.
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Swimsuit and towel
A swimming t-shirt to protect you from the sun, this way we protect the sharks by moderating the use of suntan lotion
Hat and sunglasses
Wetsuit if you have one. If you want to rent one once in the tour it will cost you $20
Camera
Biodegradable sunblock (please apply before the tour starts)
Please note that your pickup time in the morning will depend on where you are staying. The time will be confirmed after reservation.
For bookings made between 1st and 15th September, we will need to confirm that whale sharks are int he area before confirming your pickup.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Jorge_M
18 Jul 2021
Excellent experience despite the bad weather we got. Nuria our guide was always helpful and making her outmost to assure this nice experience explaining all the details and providing confidence to all the participants. Thanks Nuria and the captain for this excellent day!
kerwin290
13 Jul 2019
Let’s begin with this being on my wife’s bucket list ( not really my bag) from the moment we got into the van Patricio ( pato) was a joy to be with. He was informative and personable.
Once on the water he gave us a tutorial on the equipment and the areas history
The crew was as professional as a group as I have met.
The swimming with the animals was an outstanding experience I am now super glad I had the chance to participate in
Would definitely Recommend this crew for the outing.
This tour in
Playa del Carmen
is organized by
Dune Mexico Blue Dream
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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