Whale Shark Tour
Imagine swimming with a 33 foot long animal? Whale sharks, the world's largest fish, come to visit Isla Mujeres every year during their migration. They are absolutely harmless to humans. You'll be able to swim in the warm waters of the Southern Gulf of Mexico alongside these gentle giants in their natural habitat. You may also see turtles, giant manta rays, dolphins and/or several other species during your tour.
— This tour will provide you with memories you will continually cherish for the rest of your life.
Before you book learn more...
The 2024 Whale Shark season starts on May 15th and finishes September 17th. However, we strongly recommend you book your tour between the months of June and August. This is because the possibilities of finding whale sharks are higher in these months. If in doubt, contact us. We will provide all the necessary information so you can make an informed decision.
Activity details:
Itinerary 5 hours (maximum)
- 6:50 am - Meeting
- 7:00 am - Boat departure
or
- 8:50 am - Meeting
- 9:00 am - Boat departure
We meet at Playa Centro in Downtown Isla Mujeres at 6:50 a.m. / 8:50 a.m. or in Punta Sam Cancún at 07:00 / 09:00 a.m. We have a small briefing then we go on our boat to start our journey to find the whale sharks. The trip will take us between one and two hours and we may find different species on our way (if we see a giant manta and its behavior permits it, we can also swim with this harmless creature). Once in the area, we will swim by the whale shark in groups of two plus the guide to ensure a safe and unique experience.
On our way back, we will stop near Isla Mujeres to snorkel the Yunque reef and maybe see sea turtles, lobsters and different reef fish. Finally, we will go to Playa Norte, where we can stretch our legs, have a pleasant swim and enjoy your lunch. From this point, we have a 15-minute journey back to Isla Mujeres pier or 30-minute to Punta Sam.
Includes:
- Bilingual guide (english - spanish)
- Fins, mask, snorkel and lifevest
- Water, ice, cold soda
- Light breakfast (fruit or sandwich) and on the return, fresh ceviche that we prepare on board for you and the crew
- Wine, champagne, beer and special menus are available on request
Bring with you:
Biodegradable sunscreen, towel, sunglasses, hat. If you are prone to being seasick, please take medication to help ease your susceptibility to motion.
FAQ
- Can we arrange a pickup from your hotel by boat for the Whale Shark Tour?
- Yes, we can pick you up or drop you off at any pier that will safely accommodate our boat. Be aware that not all piers are free. You will be responsible for any docking fees charged at the pier you choose if there are any
- Do you rent cameras?
- Yes, we have Go Pros for rent for MXN$800. We upload your photos and videos to our cloud for you to access and download later.
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Private Tour
- 1 to 4 participants MXN$18,000
- extra participant MXN$2,000
- Maximum 10 participants
Shared Boat
- MXN$3,000 per participant
To make a reservation, please fill out our form, then you will be sent to a secure page where you will make a deposit. The balance of your payment is due at time of service.