Whale Shark Tour from Cancun and Playa Del Carmen
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Snorkeling gear
- Water and soft drinks
- Bilingual Guide
- Whale shark protected area
- Port facilities
- Hotel pickup Booking "Meeting point option"
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the options “Pickup from Cancun” and “From Puerto Morelos”.
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.
For the options “Meeting point no hotel pickup” and “Pickup from Playa del Carmen”.
Punta Sam
Q.R., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
We start the pickup at your hotel, then we transfer you to Punta Sam and start the tour into the surrounding areas of Isla Contoy.
Where the whale sharks arrive in huge amounts every year from May to September, a great opportunity to swim beside this harmless sharks.
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.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (15)
Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-8914P3
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