Whale Sharks Small-Group Tour in Cancun and Riviera Maya

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Overview

Go to this amazing adventure where you will be able to see the Mexico's gentle giants - whale sharks! Cruising the Gulf of Mexico with an expert guide, you'll visit the biggest fish and maybe spot dolphins, manta rays, and turtles on this small-group snorkeling adventure off the Yucatan coast.

*NOTE: WE CAN OPERATE A PRIVATE WHALE SHARK TOUR ALL DAYS (EXCEPT 30 OF EACH MONTH).

What's Included

  • Lunch Fish Ceviche and Sandwiches
  • Water and soft drinks
  • Use of snorkeling equipment (life jacket, visor, fins, snorkel)
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
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Meeting and Pickup

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Airbnb stays:We fully accept tours with Airbnb reservations, the pick-up will be taken place in a nearby public place or a more central meeting point in order to speed up the arrival times to the tours.* Playa del Carmen Gasolinera Pemex - BepensaWalmartOxxo - Unidad Deportiva Luis Donaldo Colosio*Puerto Morelos Iglesia San Jose Obrero Puerto Morelos* Cancun Walmart Express Avenida BonampakOh! CancunPlaza Momoto HuayacanTour departs from major hotels around Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, and from the Super Aki Supermarket in Tulum. Tour returns to the original point of departure

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Carretera Puerto Juárez
Carr. a Punta Sam Supermanzana 84 entre Marina Hacienda del Mar y Cooperativa Kukulcán, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico

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Puerto Xtabay | Marina & Cantina de Mar

Join us for an informative briefing at Marina Xtabay, where our certified guides will share fascinating insights about whale sharks and the unique ecosystems of the region. Learn more about these gentle giants and their natural habitat before your adventure begins.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Playa Norte (pass by)

Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard, just off the coast of Isla Mujeres—home to one of the world's most stunning beaches, as recognized by Condé Nast in 2013. Take time to swim and relax in the crystal-clear turquoise waters of this tropical paradise.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • This tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate. There is a possibility that the tour may be canceled after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be provided the option to take the tour on an alternative date or be refunded in full.
  • We only permit Mineral sunscreen.

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 Sharks Small-Group Tour in 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 tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-3467WHALE

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Average 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 864 traveler reviews collected by Cool Cancun and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • LunchFish Ceviche and Sandwiches
  • Water and soft drinks
  • Use of snorkeling equipment (life jacket, visor, fins, snorkel)
  • Shared Transportation
  • Bilingual naturalist guide
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Environmental tax and dock use: $20.00 USD in cash per person, payable the day of your tour.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • This tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate. There is a possibility that the tour may be canceled after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be provided the option to take the tour on an alternative date or be refunded in full.
  • We only permit Mineral sunscreen.
  • We recommended to ask your doctor if you can take seasickness pills before your tour.
  • Whale Shark ‘No Sighting’ Guarantee: Unfortunately, we can never 100% guarantee a wildlife sighting. But we can guarantee to do everything we can on the day to maximise your chances of swimming with a whale shark.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

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

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

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