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Whale Shark Tour: Swim with Majestic Giants
4.8
929 Ratings
Cancún
Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks in their natural habitat on a tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Riviera Maya. Guaranteed sightings and top-notch service.
Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks in their natural habitat on a tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Riviera Maya. Guaranteed sightings and top-notch service.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Parque Nacional Isla Contoy - Boat Ride: Delight in a picturesque boat journey to prime whale shark locations.
Whale Shark Snorkeling: Experience the thrill of swimming with these gentle giants in their natural environment.
Marine Life: Spot dolphins, turtles, and manta rays. Discover vibrant coral reefs and colorful fish while snorkeling at the…
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Parque Nacional Isla Contoy - Boat Ride: Delight in a picturesque boat journey to prime whale shark locations.
Whale Shark Snorkeling: Experience the thrill of swimming with these gentle giants in their natural environment.
Marine Life: Spot dolphins, turtles, and manta rays. Discover vibrant coral reefs and colorful fish while snorkeling at the reef.
Expert Guides: Benefit from the expertise of our knowledgeable guides who prioritize your safety. - Playa Norte - For our final stop, we’ll anchor in front of the renowned Playa Norte beach on Isla Mujeres. This charming location is famous for its soft white sands, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and lively atmosphere.
Enjoy a traditional Caribbean lunch featuring delicious ceviche, creamy guacamole, and crunchy totopos. Afterwards, celebrate the day by wading in the shallow, warm waters or simply relax and bask in the sun on the pristine beach.
What's Included
- Round Transportation with AC (Meeting Point at the Pier Excludes Round Transportation)
- Snorkel equipment & Life Jacket
- Fish or Shrimp Ceviche with totopos & guacamole (please advise of dietary restrictions)
- Coffee Break, sandwiches, water and soft drinks
- Round Transportation with AC (Meeting Point at the Pier Excludes Round Transportation)
- Snorkel equipment & Life Jacket
- Fish or Shrimp Ceviche with totopos & guacamole (please advise of dietary restrictions)
- Coffee Break, sandwiches, water and soft drinks
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs (available to purchase)
- HD videos and pictures of your whale shark watching experience available in digital package.
- Wetsuit Rental
- Government fees
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs (available to purchase)
- HD videos and pictures of your whale shark watching experience available in digital package.
- Wetsuit Rental
- Government fees
Additional Information
Join us at one of the premier locations worldwide for encountering whale sharks in the warm, open tropical waters. Experience the wonder of observing these gentle giants in their natural environment, a true marvel of the ocean. With over 15 years of expertise, our skilled team provides unparalleled knowledge, comfortable boats, and outstanding service…
Join us at one of the premier locations worldwide for encountering whale sharks in the warm, open tropical waters. Experience the wonder of observing these gentle giants in their natural environment, a true marvel of the ocean. With over 15 years of expertise, our skilled team provides unparalleled knowledge, comfortable boats, and outstanding service to prepare you for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Prepare to see whale sharks up close! While swimming alongside them is an unforgettable thrill, it cannot be guaranteed. Your safety and the well-being of the whale sharks are our top priorities, so swimming will only be permitted when conditions are perfect. Even if the experience is limited to viewing from the boat, the sight remains breathtaking and profoundly memorable.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking (Vegetarian & Gluten free Options available under request)
- Seasonal tour operating from June to mid-September
- The total duration of this tour can vary, typically influenced by factors beyond our control. On average, the boat activity lasts about 5 hours. However, this duration may extend due to weather conditions, the location of the whale sharks, and the number of swimming opportunities. Additionally, the transfer time from your hotel to our pier varies based on your location and current traffic conditions. Including transfers, expect the entire tour to last between 7 and 12 hours
- Sunscreen, even biodegradable, harms the coral reefs and other sealife, please apply only on exposed skin, beforehand (in your hotel) and after water activitie
- minimum age as of 3 years old
Location
Flamingos
If you book without transportation (option meetingpoint pier) we will meet you at Flamingos Seafood Kitchen | Restaurant on Carr. Puerto Juarez Carretera a Punta Sam Km. 3.5, Juárez, 77520 Cancún, Q.R.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Ive_c
Jan 3, 2026
Straight up MAGICAL! - We got lucky and had the most INCREDIBLE day! It’s easy to say trust the tour when we were the lucky ones to see what we saw. Vanessa is an incredible guide (I do hope my memory isn’t failing me, but she’s Portuguese, and she’s a naturalist BEAST!). Her passion for the rules and care of the animals was unparalleled, for which I’m thankful. The swim and the whole experience was just magical. We got so lucky and had a few whale sharks, and just a little boats. We got multiple swims, incredible pictures (yes, it was a worth it add on!), and the most amazing team. We were so happy with our full experience. My husband and I went back to the hotel so happy we couldn’t even. Strongly recommend if you set your expectations straight
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Jedimatt69
Dec 5, 2025
Amazing bucket list experience for the whole family. - Amazing from start to finish. The guide, Alexandra, was a free dive teacher and was just brilliant. He made sure we all had the best experience possible. The memories will last forever and a real once in a lifetime experience. Worth every penny, including the video and photos.
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Daniel_t
Nov 26, 2025
A must-do in Cancun - I had a truly wonderful day with the whale sharks.
There were plenty of whale sharks, and there were lots of opportunities to take photos and snorkel with them. A truly unique experience!
I highly recommend it if you're in Cancun.
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2015shazzyb
Sep 20, 2025
What an experience - We went on this tour as a once in a lifetime event and wow what an experience from the moment Vanessa collected from the hotel to how she explained the whole excursion without being overwhelmed. She had great knowledge regarding the whale shark ans how everything would go once our time to jump. The captain was excellent at getting us lined up and ready to jump with the crew member who stayed at my side as I was originally nervous until I jumped and then it was just magical. Cannot recommend this trip enough and if you’re lucky enough to have Vanessa and the captain and other crew member you’ve hit gold.
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622kirat
Sep 19, 2025
Best excursion of our holiday - We've been snorkelling a few times previously, however the experiences haven't been great. Matthew helped us change that! He noticed that we were nervous and offered to hold our hands when we went in the water the first time, and me and my sister can not thank him enough. Without him we wouldn't have seen the whale sharks and manta rays up close, he's helped us make memories that will last a life time. The crew on the boat were also fantastic, attentive and caring. You can tell they all absolutely adore their job.
There is a photo package at an additional cost which was an absolute god send, the pictures are stunning. He also made sure to get pictures of everyone participating too.
Thank you all again so much for giving us the best experience of our holiday!
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Wandering28
Sep 17, 2025
Swimming with Whale Sharks. Amazing trip! - I’ve gone on a number of different excursions with this company & I always recommend them to friends. Max & his crew were excellent. Clear communication about what we were doing & safety. There were English & Portuguese speakers on this trip & no issue with switching between both languages. We were so lucky to have dolphins also cane to swim with the whale sharks. Group had 9 people & I appreciate the small size. We all were able to jump twice. There were 2 people who had never snorkeled before but Max took time out to explain the basics & make sure they were comfortable. Pictures & video came out amazing. Overall, great trip. So happy I went with is team.
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Agust_nr40
Sep 17, 2025
Amazing. - Unbelievable. It's a unique life experience. Monitors show a lot of respect for nature and love for their work.
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493r_mulog
Sep 16, 2025
Excellent agency. - Experience 10/10. Being able to see such an impressive animal as the whale shark up close is an experience that remains for you for life. The accompaniment of the guides is very good, from the transport, the explanation of how to do the jumps with the shark and really everyone involved (guide, boatman, captain, etc.) had a magnificent deal with our group. In my case, I am not a good swimmer and I got a little nervous in the open ocean, but I felt always safe and the managers had incredible patience with me and I could equally enjoy the experience. We were offered a few light snacks before the tour and then the food on northern beach (ceviche, guacamole, etc) was very good too. The photos are a bit expensive, but I think it is worth it, plus the guide strives to get good shots and videos of the experience of everyone in the group. It was my second tour with Ocean Agency, and I recommend it 100%. The difference is highly rating compared to other experience in cheaper agencies.
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Parrotheadsailor
Sep 15, 2025
Great Whaleshark Experience - Snorkeling with Whalesharks was on our 'bucketlist,' and this snorkeling tour was awesome. Nickolas was our guide, and he was with us from the pick up at our hotel, through the entire tour. I may have spelled it wrong, but we called him Nick. You couldn't ask for a better guide. Whaleshark 'season' in Cancun starts in June, and generally ends at the end of August. They basically drop a pair of snorkelers in the water ahead of the Whalesharks, and pick them up shortly after. The rules say you have 3 minutes in the water, then the next pair is up. We managed to do it 3 times. The rules say you have to wear a lifevest, OR a wetsuit, which includes shorties, which they rent for $15. OR, bring your own. Their life preservers are too bouyant for snorkeling, in my opinion. I believe their tours all leave out of a dock facility called 'Flamingo,' and they sell souvenirs there, so bring a credit card. After the Whaleshark swims, we went to a cove off Isla Mujeres to snorkle and have lunch. They made fresh ceviche and guacamole with chips. It was delicious. Lunch included refreshments. The water was warm (84F ish.) Sunscreen application isn't permitted on the tour, so douse yourself before you go. Sunglasses are a must, and the boat ride there and back will be rough and windy, more so if the weather has anything to say about it. They handed out Dramamine, if you wanted it. Nick took Gopro video for purchase, so again, BRING A CREDIT CARD. It was FUN.
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Neil---travelist
Sep 13, 2025
Once in a lifetime experience. - If visiting Cancun, this is an adventure that you won’t regret. The awesomeness and gracefulness of the great creatures is a privilege to behold. The trip, though expensive, takes a lot of skill to put together and the experience is totally worth it.
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