Itinerary
Experience swimming alongside the largest fish on the planet on a whale shark snorkeling adventure, explore the caribbean sea in the search for whale sharks in their own habitat while spotting dolphins, manta rays and flying fish jumping and thriving along the way.
From June to September hundreds of whale sharks congregate north side of Isla Mujeres forming the largest whale shark congregation in the world!. On this trip, you will have the chance to experience swimming alongside of whale sharks... the thrill that comes from snorkeling so close of the largest fish in the sea is just something you will never forget!
After a 50 minutes boat ride aprox we will get to the area, once you reach the whale shark area you will snorkeling and swimming with the whale sharks; 2 people per turn accompanied by a certified guide at all times, Our idea is that you enter the water 2 times, however, it all depends on the sea conditions, how many sharks there are and your own swimming skills. They’re not trained or caged and you go to visit their home. You also don’t feed them so there’s no way to guarantee that we will find the whale sharks out there, even though we have a high success rate.
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Black pearl, Abasolo 13, Centro - Supmza. 001, 77400 Isla Mujeres, Q.R., Mexico
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up from your hotel in Cancun , Mayan Riviera or Playa del Carmen.
If you are staying on Isla Mujeres, you have to come to the meeting point (Black Pearl dock in downtown, behind Perla Negra Store)
Ports
6 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not recommended for people who get seasick easily
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : valentinazP3070TQ
What an incredible and unique experience! If you are in Cancun this is an unmissable part of your journey. I came on my own and had a great time. The guides were professional and very friendly. I absolutely recommend booking through them! What a dream!
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Posted On : 2023-10-17
Posted By : DayTrip34546528556
Amazing experience swimming with whale sharks, and we also saw 2 giant manta rays doing a slow dance, truly awesome!
Lolo and Philips were fantastic crew, altogether a great day out, highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2023-09-16
Posted By : jc4ss
Such a cool experience! Lolo and Felipe were great hosts and very knowledgeable. Whale sharks were beautiful and swam up so close!
Nice to chill out at playa Norte afterwards. Definitely recommend :)
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Posted On : 2023-09-16
Posted By : N6880ULscotts
Lolo (the captain) and Felipe were awesome tour guides! It was the last week of whale watching season and we got to swim with the awe inspiring whale sharks! Highly recommend the tour!
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Posted On : 2023-09-15
Posted By : 733gracemariec
Unbelievable bucket list experience! Highly recommend. Lolo and Felipe were awesome. Can't wait to come back and do it again next year.
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Posted On : 2023-09-13
Posted By : M2707AVcharlest
The whole experience was incredible, our tour guides Oscar and Manny were great and made sure we got the best up close encounters with the whale sharks and also got some great pictures and videos for us.
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Posted On : 2023-09-13
Posted By : Veronica_E
Loved this! We saw numerous Whale Sharks. Swam with 2! Our crew made delicious ceviche after trip. Highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2023-09-13
Posted By : Keymoe
OMG! Mark one off the bucket list! Amazing staff and tour! A must do while in Cancun! I was ready to book a second trip. Got up and close with the sharks. Treated the animals with respect and followed conservation rules. Would definitely go again!
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Posted On : 2023-09-12
Posted By : Melissa H
This was an amazing and unforgettable experience! The guys were very professional and spent plenty of time talking about safety and the procedure for getting in the water with the sharks. This was necessary & because of it, it gave every person the best opportunity to see and spend time with the sharks. There are game wardens in the area watching to ensure you’re not trying to touch the sharks. This will get you record it with a little extra time as long as you follow the rules. we were even fortunate enough to see a manta, jumping out of the water. Advice, wear a baseball hat and coverage because it’s a 1 1/2 hour boat ride each way, with a couple hours for lunch in the water at Isla Mujeres. They will actually tell you to put sunscreen on the beginning of the boat ride and when you leave on the shark area because they do not want it to come off in the water as it is bad for the sharks & ecosystem. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Posted On : 2023-09-12
Posted By : 874sherry
This was amazing excursion and would highly recommend!! Oscar and Manny were amazing!! They made it so fun with many great swims and views of the whale sharks!! The food was amazing!!! We saw many different sea life on the way to the whale sharks and our guide was quick to point them out to us! Swimming with whale sharks is a must do!!! Loved it!!
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Posted On : 2023-09-12
