There’s no quite an experience like swimming with whale sharks. Get up close to these gentle giants and make lasting memories on this wonderful trip.
Swim with a peaceful giant, the largest fish in the world! Enjoy living this experience in pristine waters every year from May 15th till September 17th.
Our whale shark tours include round transportation from your hotel to the marina, a scenic 33 feet boat ride to the snorkeling location, all snorkel gear, a light breakfast, and food and beverages on board.
Join us from Cancun, Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Tulum or Akumal for a unique addition to your next vacation. Just select your date and book online to explore the underwater world of the whale sharks!
Estimated pick ups time are at 5 a.m. at your hotel for Tulum, Playa del Carmen at 5:30 a.m. and for Cancun 6:00 a.m.
This wonderful animal can reach a length of 12m and the average is around 8m. It is an animal revered by cultures around the world due to its incomparable beauty and gentleness, despite its enormous size.
This activity does not represent any danger.
After we pick you up from your hotel, you will arrive to the marina at Punta Sam at 7:00 am, where you get a light breakfast and we answer any questions you may have. After breakfast, around 7:40 am, we'll get on the boat for the adventure to begin and head out to the east of the Caribbean Sea, behind Isla Mujeres to start the activity and swim with whale sharks.
We'll do our best so you can enjoy these majestic animals without many of the other boats that are normally in the area, since around 7:40 am you will start your journey.
The expedition will begin by boat to the north, for about 50 minutes, once you reach the whale shark area you will spend around 2:30 to 3 hours snorkeling and swimming with the whale sharks; 2 people per shark accompanied by a certified guide at all times, and if you are lucky you will also be able to see huge Mantas! Our idea is that you enter the water at least 2 times, however, it all depends on the sea conditions, how many sharks there are and your own swimming skills.
The guide and captain will attempt to locate your own whale sharks to avoid other tourists. This allows our clients to enjoy the adventure longer and provides a less stressful experience for the whale shark.
After snorkeling, and once everyone is on board, the crew will give you some sandwiches as you return to the North Beach of Isla Mujeres (listed as one of the most beautiful in the world) to have a delicious shrimp ceviche, fruit and tortilla chips. All this within the Caribbean Sea with the water to the waist.
You will return to Punta Sam around 1:00 p.m. and then dropped off at your hotel.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to meet the largest fish in the ocean and immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters of the Mexican Caribbean!