As bucket list experiences go, this one's a big tick – swimming with whale sharks. Sail into the Sea of Cortez with a marine expert and you'll snorkel with one of the world's largest sea creatures. Then, there's a relaxing cruise back to shore and lunch in a local restaurant. Sure to be the highlight of your holiday.

After pick up from your hotel, you'll take a scenic drive from Los Cabos to La Paz. Board a traditional panga boat and enjoy a light breakfast as you leave the shore behind. The Sea of Cortez is home to hundreds of whale sharks and your knowledgeable skipper knows just where to head.

Enter the water with your expert marine guide and learn all about these gentle giants. Snorkel alongside and watch them go about their business as they twist, turn and hunt for fish just a few feet in front of you. Afterwards, there's time to reflect on your once-in-a-lifetime experience as you enjoy relaxing trip back to port and lunch in a local restaurant.

Highlights

Swim with whale sharks

Wichtig zu wissen

Whale and shark sightings are not guaranteed
Tour itinerary may be changed without prior notice due to weather conditions
Not suitable for expectant mothers, guests with reduced mobility or wheelchair users
Due to boat design, bathrooms are not available onboard
Maximum weight limit 114kg
Minimum age is 8 years
Extra dishes and drinks available at extra charge in the restaurant during lunch
Transport is an optional, shared service available from most hotels. Guests that wish to take advantage of this service are required to pay USD 10.00 per adult and USD 5.00 per child
Pier tax of USD 2.00 per person is not included and needs to be paid on the day
You must be able to swim to participate in this tour
Maximum of 10 guests per small boat
Touching whale sharks can scare them or make them feel stressed, which in turn can disrupt their natural behaviour – we definitely don't want that. We want to make sure your experience respects the animals as much as possible, so let's do everything we can to look after these gentle giants. When you're in the water with them, please keep a safe distance away
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for guests with poor health
Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring biodegradable insect repellent
Bring a towel
Bring a hat
Bring suitable footwear
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Subject to weather conditions
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
English-speaking guide for all nationalities
This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund