Private Tour Swimming With Whale Shark From Tulum

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6 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Observe the beautiful whale sharks during their annual visit to Quintana Roo. Whale sharks are the largest fish species in the world and can grow up to 65 feet long. On this tour from Tulum you’ll ride to Cancun and then be taken out to sea where you’ll have the privilege to see and swim nearby these giants. Beverages, snacks and a meal of freshly prepared ceviche will be provided.

group size up to 10 people

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off or meeting pont (depending on the hotel)
Snacks
Snorkel and equipment
Air-conditioned transportation
Beverages during the trip
Snorkeling with whale sharks
Boat ride
Ecopark tax
Gratuities
Photos and videos (available for purchase, please request in advance before the tour)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

All hotels from Tulum

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cancun

    Harbour of departure to swim with whale shark

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Isla Mujeres

    The trip ends with a light meal of delicious, fresh ceviche prepared right before your eyes. Then you will return to the port to board the transportation back to the hotels.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your Tulum hotel (private option). Your driver will transport you to Cancun. From there, you will take a boat ride to the waters surrounding Isla Mujeres, Contoy and Holbox. This is the area where whale sharks come to feed on plankton and where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico.  Once you spot the whale sharks, you will get ready to swim in pairs, accompanied by a guide. Your guide will instruct you on the best way to swim nearby the whale sharks.  

    10 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wear a bathing swimsuit under your clothes and if you have a wetsuit, you can bring it
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sustainable Tours
Eco Tours
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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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