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|---|---|---|---|---|
Private Whale Shark Tour from Cancun | 7 hours | 4.9 (12) | $1,780 | |
Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya | 6–10 hours | 4.8 (1,291) | $199 | View |
Whale Shark Adventure in Isla Mujeres and Cancun | 6 hours | 4.9 |
The whale shark snorkel tour in Cancun, Mexico is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim with the world's largest fish. Our experienced guides provide an intimate, eco-conscious experience that emphasizes the importance of conservation. With only small group tours, guests have an exclusive chance to observe and interact with these gentle giants in their natural habitat. A private tour is the best way to do it, avoiding delays caused by other travelers and maximize the chances of jumping into the water with the whale sharks.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 5.
Pick-up is available at Cancun, Puerto Morelos ans Costa mujeres hotels, please add the hotel name to the reservation, and we will confirm the pickup time one day before tour day, and give a phone number where we can reach you by WhatsApp message. IMPORTANT: The port fee & whale shark natural protected area entrance are not included in the price, the price is USD 30 per person, these federal fees must be paid in cash at the port, bring cash there is no ATM in the port.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Whale Shark Tour from Cancun lasts about 7 hours.
Prices start at $1,780 per person for this Cancun experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick-up is available at Cancun, Puerto Morelos ans Costa mujeres hotels, please add the hotel name to the reservation, and we will confirm the pickup time one day before tour day, and give a phone number where we can reach you by WhatsApp message. IMPORTANT: The port fee & whale shark natural protected area entrance are not included in the price, the price is USD 30 per person, these federal fees must be paid in cash at the port, bring cash there is no ATM in the port. Pickup points include Playa del Carmen Ferry Port, Hilton Garden Inn Cancun Airport.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 9 travellers can book together.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available Not recommended for child aged 9 and under
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Contoy Excursions.
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