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Cancun whale shark snorkelling tour

4.3/5
196 reviews

Snorkelling with whale sharks is a bucket-list experience, and with sightings guaranteed just off the shores of Cancun, you'll experience a close-up animal encounter like no other. You'll snorkel in couples with these gentle giants who come to these waters from June to September to feed and mate.

The morning begins with a light continental breakfast at our private marina, where you'll then step on board our 10-metre fast boat to sail out to where you'll be able to snorkel with whale sharks. There'll be no more than ten guests on board to guarantee enough time snorkelling in pairs, and once we reach the area, you'll have two hours to swim with these huge sea creatures.

Next, we'll drop you off at the picture-postcard Playa Norte beach, where you'll be able to relax and have a light lunch of ceviche directly in the shallow water. We'll then return to the marina on the mainland.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Language:German, English, French, Dutch, Polish
Printed ticket only

Additional features

Meal Included
Entrance Fees Included
Smaller Group Size
Guided Tour
Instant confirmation
Hotel pick up

Why you’ll love this…

  • Swim with whale sharks
  • Guaranteed sightings
  • Limited numbers to guarantee plenty of snorkelling time
  • Once-in-a-lifetime experience
  • Drop off at Playa Norte for lunch

Important to know

  • This excursion runs from June to September
  • A port tax of USD 20.00 per person is not included and must be paid directly at check-in.
  • Due to the safety of the animals, it is prohibited to apply sun cream before entering the water. We recommend applying it two hours prior to activity
  • Please use biodegradable sun cream
  • Wetsuit and full-face mask rental is available for an additional USD 15.00
  • 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 families with small children
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Not suitable for guests who can't swim
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 48-hours in advance to receive a full refund.
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring a hat
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Light lunch and breakfast
  • Snorkelling equipment

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Marina Marazul Puerto Juarez

Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV


What people say about this experience

4.3/5

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  • S

    Sanne

    Traveled as a couple


    September 14, 2026
    5

    Netherlands

    Alles was fantastisch, we hebben geluk gehad en meerdere walvishaaien gezien. Lunch was ook heerlijk. Hele excursie was geweldig en raad hem 100% aan.

  • E

    Edwin en Denise

    Traveled as a couple


    September 11, 2026
    5

    Netherlands

    Fantastische ervaring om de whale sharks te mogen zien en ermee te mogen zwemmen. Als bonus hebben we ook met manta rays gezwommen. Let op, als je gevoelig bent voor zeeziek dan is dit wel een uitdaging. Je bent in open water, en de boot kan goed heen en weer schommelen.

  • S

    Sam

    Traveled with family


    August 19, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Whole day was great. I've seen Whale Sharks whilst diving before but never in such a concentrated amount, there were so many, and Manta Rays too! Lunch was delicious, fresh ceviche is a great choice! Coffee at the marina wasn't the best but, who cares that's not the reason for the excursion. One little pointer, it would be good to know why all the sharks congregate where they do, as not everyone will know why they're there.

  • M

    Mark

    Traveled as a couple


    August 28, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    One ofvthe best experiences ever.

  • A

    Aymeric

    Traveled with family


    August 11, 2026
    5

    France

    C'est une super expérience. On sent bien le professionnalisme du capitaine et de l'ensemble de l'equipe. Un peu de stress avant de sauter même si on a bien été préparé. Tout était parfait. Seul tout petit bémol, le temps d'attente avant de prendre le bateau. Ça paraît long car rien n'est prêt lorsqu'on arrive (café, gâteau, combinaisons...)

  • R

    Rossy

    Traveled with family


    July 29, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    The whole experience was incredible from beginning to end. However, the price for the Go Pro video at the end was VERY expensive 😳 You HAVE to purchase really, as you'll never swim with whale sharks again, but almost £100 for a video is excessive by any standard..... 😔 😟