Whale Shark Snorkeling Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya

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Punta Sam, Mexico

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6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

• Feel a unique life experience where the magnificence size of a whale shark will leave your emotions in total awe!
• Swim and snorkel alongside 10-meter (35-foot) whale sharks with the safety of our trained expert guides!
• Stop at Isla Mujeres for lunch.
• Whale Shark Season in Cancun starts on June 1st and ends in mid-September.

What's Included

  • Lunch at a beach front restaurant.
  • Professional, bilingual, attentive staff.
  • Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya.
  • Gratuities
  • GoPro Rent
  • Dock tax
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Meeting and Pickup

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Round-trip transportation is included from most hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya.IMPORTANT: the Start Time is NOT your Pickup time. It depends on your hotel's location. For your specific pickup details, please feel free to contact us directly.

What To Expect

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime encounter that will leave an indelible mark on your soul.

Experience an extraordinary adventure, swimming alongside majestic 10-meter (35-foot) Whale Sharks, guided by trained experts for your safety. Navigate into the crystalline waters of the Mexican Caribbean, where the world’s largest gathering of these magnificent creatures awaits.

Feel the exhilarating mix of awe and adrenaline as they glide gracefully by your side. This rare opportunity to witness them in their natural habitat during migration is a moment unlike any other. Immerse yourself in their world, captivated by the profound beauty and wonder of nature.

To wrap up this wonderful day, enjoy a delicious lunch at a beachfront restaurant on Isla Mujeres overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

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
  • For your safety, this tour is subject to age (8 to 60) and physical condition guidelines set by the Harbor Master's Office.
  • Minimun age: 8 years old
  • There is a maximum weight limit of 113 kg (250 lbs) for this experience

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?

A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Whale Shark Snorkeling Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6200P26

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What's Included

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  • Lunch at a beach front restaurant.
  • Professional, bilingual, attentive staff.
  • Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya.
  • Snorkeling gear.
  • Life jacket.
  • Bottle water and soda on board.
  • Gratuities
  • GoPro Rent
  • Dock tax

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • The pickup time depends on your hotel's location.
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • For your safety, this tour is subject to age (8 to 60) and physical condition guidelines set by the Harbor Master's Office.
  • Minimun age: 8 years old
  • There is a maximum weight limit of 113 kg (250 lbs) for this experience
  • Guests who wish to participate must be relatively fit and able to swim
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EST).
  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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