1 Day itinerary in Mexico, North America
Whale Shark Discovery
The fascinating whale shark, found in the open water of the tropical ocean, is a slow-moving filter feeding shark and the largest knows living fish species. Without any doubt observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat is a bucket list experience. Join us and enjoy the thrill of g... Read More
By Saskia and Elizabeth
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Easy
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
Tour Guide
starting point
Cancún
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Snorkeling/Diving
Start/End
Night
Highlights
Speed boat departure to Whale shark Area
Snorkel in Isla Mujeres Coral reef
Have an opportunity to see the whale shark
Enjoy a delicious seafood meal in Isla Mujeres
Speed boat departure to Whale shark Area
Snorkel in Isla Mujeres Coral reef
Have an opportunity to see the whale shark
Enjoy a delicious seafood meal in Isla Mujeres
Itinerary
Whale Shark Discovery
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Whale Shark
Our friendly and knowledgeable guides will make your Whale Shark watching and swimming experience the highlight of your holiday. We love doing this, and we can't wait to share this once-in-a-lifetime experience with you! Your guide will pick you up at your hotel in either the Riviera Maya or Cancun, then we will take you to our location and pier where the boats are waiting for the adventure to begin! Before we go swimming with Whale Sharks in Cancun, we'll enjoy a freshly-prepared and delicious continental breakfast at the pier in Cancun. After breakfast, we'll proceed to board the boat, and once boarded, the discovery of swimming with Whale Sharks in Mexico begins! On average, you can expect to enjoy a beautiful and scenic speedboat ride that takes about one hour to get to the area where the Whale Sharks gather. Once we find the best spot to swim with Whale Sharks, we'll get in the water and snorkel and swim with these majestic creatures for up to 3 hours approx. The boat will stay in the whale shark area for up to 3 hours. Each client will jump into the water up to 3 times, for up to 10 minutes each. After swimming with the Whale Sharks in their natural habitat, we will go snorkeling at another beautiful location: The coral reef in Isla Mujeres. We'll then bring you to Playa Norte – named one of the Most Beautiful Beaches in the World – which is our last stop on the Whale Shark tour in Isla Mujeres, where we'll have lunch, drinks, and fun! From Playa Norte we'll return back to our pier in Cancun, where your guide and driver will bring you back to your hotel. Expect to arrive back at your hotels around 15:30 (Cancun Hotels) and 16:30 (Riviera Maya Hotels).
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
What’s Included
Meals
- Breakfast (1)
- Lunch (1)
Transport
- Speed Boat Ride
- Transfer from Accommodation to Isla Mujeres
- Transfer from Isla Mujeres to Cancun Accommodation
Activities
- Snorkeling
- Swim with whale sharks
- Swin at the beach
Not Included
- Accommodation
- Meals not specified as included
- Optional Activities
- Tips for Guides and Drivers
- International Flights
- An additional surcharge of 13 usd per person for marine park fee is payable on the day of your activ
- Souvenirs
About Saskia
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For 20 years Mexico is my home and I love to show you this destination full off nature, wildlife, snorkeling, culture, and delicious food.
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$199.00 USD