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 Tulum you’ll ride to Cancun 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.
group size up to 10 people
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr–10 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr–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
What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off or meeting pont (depending on the hotel)
- Snacks
- Snorkel and equipment
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Beverages during the trip
- Snorkeling with whale sharks
- Boat ride
Not included
- Ecopark tax
- Gratuities
- Photos and videos (available for purchase, please request in advance before the tour)
Itinerary and highlights
Harbour of departure to swim with whale shark
The trip ends with a light meal of delicious, fresh ceviche prepared right before your eyes. Then you will return to the port to board the transportation back to the hotels.
The adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your Tulum hotel (private option). Your driver will transport you to Cancun. From there, you will take a boat ride to the waters surrounding Isla Mujeres, Contoy and Holbox. This is the area where whale sharks come to feed on plankton and where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico.
Once you spot the whale sharks, you will get ready to swim in pairs, accompanied by a guide. Your guide will instruct you on the best way to swim nearby the whale sharks.
Meeting and pickup information
- All hotels from 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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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