7-Hour Whale Shark Snorkelling Tour from Cancún with Isla Mujeres

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Spot whale sharks, the largest known extant fish species
• 02 Snorkel in the Caribbean Sea during the whale shark search
• 03 Cool off in the waters near Isla Mujeres
• 04 Enjoy a boat lunch during the excursion

Visit Marina Hacienda del Mar in Puerto Juárez for a whale shark spotting experience in the Caribbean Sea. Travel in search of the whale shark, the largest known extant fish species, with a high chance of sightings from May to September. During the tour, you will also stop by Isla Mujeres to cool off in the water and enjoy lunch on the boat.

Once you find them, you will have the unique opportunity to snorkel with the biggest fish in the world.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cancun, Playa del Carmen

Languages English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Whale Shark Spotting and Snorkelling Adventure

• Meet your tour guide at your hotel at 07:00 AM from Cancún or 06:00 AM from Playa del Carmen.
• At 07:30 AM, attend an informative briefing about whale sharks at Marina Hacienda del Mar in Puerto Juárez.
• At 08:00 AM, depart from the marina in search of the whale shark reserve in the Caribbean Sea. Once you find them, you will have the unique opportunity to snorkel with the biggest fish in the world.
• At approximately 11:30 AM, stop for a refreshing lunch.
• At approximately 01:30 PM, return to the marina and head back to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Comfortable transportation
• English-speaking guide
• Snorkelling equipment: fins, mask, breathing tube, and life jacket (you may bring your own)
• Light breakfast
• Lunch (if you are vegetarian or allergic to something, please let the guide know when making your reservation)
• Beverages

What's Not Included

• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal expenses (souvenirs)
• Tips
• Environmental tax and dock use (USD 10 in cash per person, payable on the day of your activity)

What to bring

• Swimsuit and towel
• Long-sleeve cotton shirt
• Comfortable, light clothes and shoes
• Hat and sunglasses
• Waterproof jacket
• Personal hygiene items
• Camera
• Biodegradable sunblock

Know before you go

• The tour is not recommended for pregnant women or for people with heart or back problems.
• It is prohibited to use sunscreen in order to protect the animals and the sea from pollution.
• It is recommended to take medication to avoid seasickness on board.
• It is not recommended to come with children under five years old. If you wish to include children, please let the guide know when making your reservation.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Tour start

Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.