Overview
Swim with the whale shark in Cancun! Our promise is to give you a pleasant and safe experience by providing you a personal and warm service, prompt air conditioned transportation, professional grade snorkel gear, roomy, clean and safe boat and a no-time-limit swimming with the whale shark.
No fillers or fake promises! Groups are kept small (10 people max) to guarantee personal attention. This is a one-of-a-kind experience you can't just miss!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Air conditioned hotel pick up and drop off
Bottled water
Full snorkeling equipment, prescription mask available with no extra cost (available from-1 to -6) and neoprene jackets are included.
Swim with whale sharks with no time limit.
Dock fee Marine Park tax are not included ($20 USD per person payable at check in- only cash)
Photo and video service (optional and extra cost)
Gratuities
$5usd deposit for locker's key (refunded when returning the key).
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please show on time to board your free transportation (only 5 minutes tolerance), in case you miss the shuttle, you can reach our location at Total Snorkel Cancun, just 300 yards away from Hotel "All Ritmo" and right next to the seaside church "María Estrella de Mar"
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please plan to be on time or 10 minutes before
There's only 5 minutes tolerance on transportation, if you miss the shuttle, you can still reach us on the departure spot at "Marina Punta Norte Cancún". If you can't manage to get on time, it will count as a No Show.
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
What to expect
Start your tour with prompt, air-conditioned transportation from your hotel.
Head to our marina, where after checking in, you'll receive your complete snorkeling gear and all safety instructions.
Before boarding, you'll take an in-shore briefing where you'll get to test your equipment and learn other useful tips that will help you enjoy the tour at its best.
Once everybody feels confident and safe, we'll depart to our first part of the tour.
Board a bigger and more powerful boat, which we'll take us to the whale shark area.
The boat trip may take 1 hour approximately.
Once there, we'll swim 2 people at a time wit the whale shark, always with a guide.
On the way back, we'll stop at Playa Norte in Isla Mujeres to take a rest and a refreshing splash. Lunch and drinks are offered here to enjoy yourself.
Finally, hotel drop off is offered.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Cancun).
Additional Information
- We recommend to bring: Swimsuit. Sunglasses, hat or cap. Biodegradable sunscreen. Long sleeved t-shirt. Take Motion sickness/dizziness relief at least 1 hour before. Dry clothes. Cash for personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Cancun whale shark tour with transportation
Can I cancel Cancun whale shark tour with transportation for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Please show on time to board your free transportation (only 5 minutes tolerance), in case you miss the shuttle, you can reach our location at Total Snorkel Cancun, just 300… Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Air conditioned hotel pick up and drop off
- Bottled water
- Full snorkeling equipment, prescription mask available with no extra cost (available from-1 to -6) and neoprene jackets are included.
- Swim with whale sharks with no time limit.
What's not included?
- Dock fee Marine Park tax are not included ($20 USD per person payable at check in- only cash)
- Photo and video service (optional and extra cost)
- Gratuities
- $5usd deposit for locker's key (refunded when returning the key).
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Total Snorkel Cancun
