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Whale Shark Tour from Cancun and Playa Del Carmen

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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.
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Water and soft drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (not included in without transportation option)
  • Bilingual Guide
  • Port & Protected Whale Shark Area Fees ($20 USD per person, cash payment at the port on your day)
  • Without transportation option does not include the pick-up and drop-off hotel
Departure Point

Punta Sam, Q.R., Mexico IMPORTANT: the port fee & whale shark natural protected area entrance are not included, you must pay per person at our stand in cash, there is no ATM in the port. **For the meeting point(no transportation) time is 7:30 AM at Punta Sam port.

Pick-up is available at Cancun, Playa del Carmen & Puerto Morelos, please add the hotel name to the reservation, and we will confirm the pickup time one day before tour day, provide 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, these federal fees must be paid in cash at the port, bring cash there is no ATM in the port.

Traveler pickup
  • Playa del Carmen Ferry Port
Return Details

Punta Sam, Q.R., Mexico IMPORTANT: the port fee & whale shark natural protected area entrance are not included, you must pay per person at our stand in cash, there is no ATM in the port. **For the meeting point(no transportation) time is 7:30 AM at Punta Sam port.

  • 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
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, a long sleeve shirt and bring sunscreen and a waterproof camera
  • Pregnant women are not allowed
  • Seasonal product operating May to September
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.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Eliseisrad
30 Jan 2023
This is why I came to Cancun, and why I came in sweltering August! In the summer, the whale sharks come to the waters of Isla Mujeres, about a 2-hour boat ride from Cancun. We had to go without sunscreen, even if it was reef safe, because the whale sharks feed on the surface and can ingest the slick of chemicals. So, I got a sunburn, but it was the least I could do for these glorious creatures. It was a gorgeous day out on the water. We had to get up really early to beat the other boats there. When we got to the spot there was a wide circle of boats, and plenty of whale sharks to go around. They were everywhere! At one point one came right to the corner of the boat where a guide and I were sitting, and I swear it was the size of a VW bug! We looked at each other agog, and I assume he has seen a lot of whale sharks.. Everyone is paired up, and you get two chances in the water. We were sitting on the edge of the boat, and as soon as a whale shark got close ,they yelled, “Go! Go! Go!” I didn’t notice at the time, but in the video you can see that the guide pushed me in! As the bubbles cleared, I found myself face to face with a whale shark that was probably 5 feet wide. If its mouth was open I might have met Jonah. But I had swam with whale sharks in the Georgia Aquarium and was familiar with their behavior. So I opened my arms and legs wide and let my whole body float on top of the water. As expected, the shark gracefully slid beneath me. I floated there as its entire body glided beneath mine, blotting out the rest of the sea. All I could see was the beautiful gray spotted leviathon, maybe 2 feet away. In that moment I felt that I fully understood the majesty of nature. The guide yelled, “Swim! Swim!” He wanted me to follow it to get video, which I guess had been impossible with the whale shark completely between us. The other guide was excited as I was. He said, “When I saw you were going over, I swam beneath him! I decided that nothing could ever match that experience and immediately got out of the water. As I stepped onto the boat I announced, “I have found my god!!” My second turn in the water, their videographer got some good footage of me with another whale shark. They kept wanting me to chase the sharks to get more video, but I kind of felt like the whale sharks had given me my religious moment and I was done. We went to the Isla Mujeres and hung out in the harbor with a bunch of other boats. Lots of people were swimming, and the guides made us a ceviche lunch from fish they had just caught. It was one of the best experiences of my life.
J2454UYlisam
12 Sep 2022
We had a great time and saw so much! The stuff on the boat was extremely nice and helpful. We saw a bunch of dolphins, see turtles and whale sharks twice. Swimming with the whale sharks was an incredible experience. For lunch we went to a small island. Also really pretty and the food they provided was really nice. They even pick you up from the hotel and drive you back. Would definitely recommend this trip!
reneevisserman
12 Sep 2022
We had an amazing day and even though it took a while to fine the whale sharks we got to see and to swim with them from Cancun and had a great lunch on Isla Contoy. Carlos was an awesome guide. We would totally recommend this toue.
This tour in Playa del Carmen is organized by Contoy Excursions