About this experience
Observe the beautiful whale sharks during their annual visit to Quintana Roo. Whale sharks are the largest fish species in the world and can grow up to 65 feet long. On this tour from meeting point of Tulum you’ll ride to Cancun (if you chose tour with transportation) or from meeting point from Cancun (if you chose tour without transportation) and then be taken out to sea where you’ll have the privilege to see and swim nearby these giants. Beverages, snacks and a meal of freshly prepared ceviche will be provided.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wear a bathing swimsuit under your clothes and if you have a wetsuit, you can bring it
- Please wear comfortable clothes (long sleeve t-shirt, pants and shoes) and bring a towel, sandals, Hat and sunglasses and a Photo camera
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What is included
- Professional guide
- Snacks
- Snorkel and equipment
- Meeting pont (depending Cancun or Tulum)
- Snorkeling with whale sharks
- Boat ride
- Air-conditioned transportation if was choose this option
Not included
- Ecopark tax
- Gratuities
- Photos and videos (available for purchase, please request in advance before the tour)
Itinerary and highlights
Swim and snorkel in an area with the largest fish in the world — the whale shark — on this seasonal tour. Head out toward Isla Mujeres, Contoy, and Holbox by boat, where these gentle giants feed on plankton from May to September.
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Meeting and pickup information
- meeting point in Cancun meeting point in Super Aki of Tulum
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Trip To Mexico
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wear a bathing swimsuit under your clothes and if you have a wetsuit, you can bring it
- Please wear comfortable clothes (long sleeve t-shirt, pants and shoes) and bring a towel, sandals, Hat and sunglasses and a Photo camera
- Please bring biodegradable sunscreen
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- For the private tour is a maximum of 10 people per booking
- The size of boat is 30 feet
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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