Swimming with whale sharks

Swimming with whale sharks

Whale Shark Tour Cancun – Swim with the World’s Largest Fish

An Unforgettable Whale Shark Tour from Cancun

Get ready for an unforgettable whale shark tour Cancun experience — a true bucket-list adventure! With OlMar Travel Mexico, you’ll swim alongside the magnificent Whale Shark. It’s the largest fish in the world and one of the ocean’s most peaceful creatures. This small-group tour combines excitement, nature, and comfort, all in one seamless day.

Hotel Pickup and Marina Check-In

Your day begins early with hotel pickup from Cancun, Tulum, or anywhere in the Riviera Maya. Once you arrive at our private marina in Cancun, a light breakfast will be waiting for you. This gives you time to relax and meet your guide and fellow travelers. While the boat is prepared, our team will brief you on the experience ahead.

Boat Ride and Whale Shark Encounter

Soon after, we’ll head out into the sparkling waters of the Mexican Caribbean. The boat ride lasts about an hour and is filled with ocean views, fresh air, and excitement. Once we reach the Whale Shark zone, you’ll get ready to enter the water with your snorkeling gear.

Now comes the highlight: swimming next to a 10-meter (35-foot) Whale Shark. With guidance from our expert crew, you’ll feel safe and supported every step of the way. The experience is both thrilling and deeply moving. It’s a chance to witness marine life like never before — naturally and responsibly.

Relax at Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres

But the adventure doesn’t end there. After the swim, we’ll cruise over to Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres — one of the most beautiful beaches in the region. Here, we’ll anchor the boat so you can relax in shallow, clear waters.

While you enjoy the scenery, we’ll serve a light lunch and refreshing drinks. It’s the perfect moment to reflect on the experience, soak in the sun, and share stories with your group.

Why Book This Whale Shark Tour?

  • Once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter
  • Small group experience
  • Expert bilingual guides
  • Includes swimming, snorkeling, and beach time
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included

Tour Highlights

  • Swim with Whale Sharks in their natural habitat
  • Boat expedition through the Mexican Caribbean
  • Visit and relax at Playa Norte, Isla Mujeres
  • Light breakfast and lunch included
  • Comfortable transportation from Cancun, Riviera Maya, or Tulum

Whale Shark Tour Cancun – Sample Itinerary

Total duration: Approx. 6.5–8 hours
Pick-up window: Between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM (exact time depends on hotel location)
Return: Around 2:30 PM

✅ Hotel Pick-up

We’ll start the day by picking you up from your hotel in Cancun, Tulum, or anywhere along the Riviera Maya. You’ll ride in comfortable, air-conditioned transport straight to our private marina in Cancun.

☕️ Check-in & Light Breakfast at the Marina

Upon arrival at the marina, you’ll check in, meet your guide, and enjoy a light continental breakfast. Meanwhile, our crew will prepare the boat and provide a quick briefing about the tour and safety instructions.

🚤 Boat Departure – Head Toward the Whale Sharks

After breakfast, the real adventure begins! We’ll set off into the Mexican Caribbean. The ride to the Whale Shark area takes about one hour, depending on conditions. Along the way, enjoy the ocean views and keep an eye out for dolphins or sea turtles.

🐋 Whale Shark Swim & Watching Experience

Once we arrive at the Whale Shark zone, you’ll gear up and enter the water in pairs, always accompanied by your guide. You’ll swim beside these peaceful giants in their natural environment — truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

We’ll make several rotations so everyone gets the chance to swim multiple times, depending on weather and visibility.

🏝 Visit Playa Norte – Isla Mujeres

After the swim, we’ll cruise to the stunning Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres. Here, the boat will anchor, and you’ll have time to swim, relax, and enjoy the shallow turquoise waters.

🥗 Light Lunch on Board

While anchored at Playa Norte, you’ll be served a light lunch along with cold drinks. It’s the perfect way to recharge after the excitement of the swim.

🚌 Return to Marina & Hotel Drop-off

Once lunch and relaxation time wrap up, we’ll return to the marina. From there, our drivers will take you back to your hotel – tired, happy, and full of memories!

Whale Shark Tour Cancun – Sample Itinerary

Total duration: Approx. 6.5–8 hours
Pick-up window: Between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM (exact time depends on hotel location)
Return: Around 2:30 PM

✅ Hotel Pick-up

We’ll start the day by picking you up from your hotel in Cancun, Tulum, or anywhere along the Riviera Maya. You’ll ride in comfortable, air-conditioned transport straight to our private marina in Cancun.

☕️ Check-in & Light Breakfast at the Marina

Upon arrival at the marina, you’ll check in, meet your guide, and enjoy a light continental breakfast. Meanwhile, our crew will prepare the boat and provide a quick briefing about the tour and safety instructions.

🚤 Boat Departure – Head Toward the Whale Sharks

After breakfast, the real adventure begins! We’ll set off into the Mexican Caribbean. The ride to the Whale Shark area takes about one hour, depending on conditions. Along the way, enjoy the ocean views and keep an eye out for dolphins or sea turtles.

🐋 Whale Shark Swim & Watching Experience

Once we arrive at the Whale Shark zone, you’ll gear up and enter the water in pairs, always accompanied by your guide. You’ll swim beside these peaceful giants in their natural environment — truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

We’ll make several rotations so everyone gets the chance to swim multiple times, depending on weather and visibility.

🏝 Visit Playa Norte – Isla Mujeres

After the swim, we’ll cruise to the stunning Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres. Here, the boat will anchor, and you’ll have time to swim, relax, and enjoy the shallow turquoise waters.

🥗 Light Lunch on Board

While anchored at Playa Norte, you’ll be served a light lunch along with cold drinks. It’s the perfect way to recharge after the excitement of the swim.

🚌 Return to Marina & Hotel Drop-off

Once lunch and relaxation time wrap up, we’ll return to the marina. From there, our drivers will take you back to your hotel – tired, happy, and full of memories!

Swimming with whale sharks

Tour Information

  • Starts at 7:00 a.m.
  • Duration 6 hours

Cost

Shared tour (available from June to August):
  • Adult: 188USD
  • Child: 170USD

Inclusions

  • comfortable transportation
  • entry tickets
  • professional guide services
  • pick up/drop off
  • light breakfast
  • lunch
  • life vest and snorkeling gear

Exclusions

Additional Information

  • camera, make sure it is waterproof
  • bathing suites
  • eco friendly sunscreen
  • hats to protect you from the sun
  • cash for video, photos and souvenirs (optional)

Guide Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Cancellation Policies

A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 71 hours before the activity start time. A 80% refund will apply if you cancel more than 47 hours before the activity start time. A 50% refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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