Tour Details
Tour Description
Tour Description
Tours are held between June 1 - September 30
Our 1/2-day Cancun whale sharks tour & reef snorkeling safari departs from our modern, state of the art marina located just north of Cancun Centro (Downtown) at the Punta Sam Ferry Port, next to the terminal that offers car ferry service to Isla Mujeres. Since our vessels are so conveniently located, our guests spend less time traveling to and from the expedition sites and arrive back at their accommodations by early afternoon.
Tour duration: Approximately 5-6 hrs from 7:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Whale shark swim session time is approximately 30 minutes per guest.
Reef snorkeling guided tour approximately 45 minutes.
2 – 2 1/2 hrs total time for all expeditioners on board.
Round trip transportation (optional add on, highly recommended).
Highlights:
• Continental breakfast at our modern marina
• Journey by fast boat to the whale sharks zone
• Swim sessions with whale sharks, 2 at a time with our experienced multi-lingual guides
• Guided snorkel tour of a beautiful coral reef
• Lunch served on world renowned Playa Norte beach
• Voyage back to our marina on the mainland
Book Now, Pay Later:
Your deposit guarantees your reservation. This is a popular tour at this price with our Internet special promotion complimentary t-shirts and 100% money back guarantee. Book now to save your space today!
31% Deposit = $49 (pay now to reserve)
69% Remainder = $110 (due on day of tour)
Total Per Person = $159
Tour Description
Tour Description
Tour Description
Your swim with whale sharks Cancun tour and reef snorkeling safari begins when you are picked up from your resort or vacation rental in Cancun, Playa Mujeres, Puerto Morelos, Riviera Cancun, Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen or Playacar. (Round trip transportation - optional add on, highly recommended).
Guests will be driven to our private modern marina in Punta Sam just north of Cancun to check-in.
After an orientation and safety session, enjoy a light continental breakfast with fresh coffee. Guests will have time to visit our marina shop to purchase items such as eco-safe sunscreen, souvenir whale shark tour hats and extra t-shirts, water safe camera, etc.
Next, you board one of our fast vessels and embark on a journey to the protected whale shark zone. Once there, after our guides locate a herd of whale sharks with their fins pointing out from the surface of the water, swim sessions will begin. To ensure everyone has an unsurpassed viewing opportunity, swimmers are escorted by our certified guide, two at a time, to get within a few yards of the giant whale sharks. Clients swim with Whale Sharks for 10 minutes, 2 - 3 times for an average of 30 minutes. Sessions are conducted one couple at a time for a memorable experience.
After the whale shark swim encounters have concluded, the next stop on the expedition is a beautiful coral reef near Isla Mujeres. Guests will enjoy a 45-minute guided snorkel tour of the coral reef.
Guests will be served lunch featuring gourmet sandwiches (never on commercial white bread), fresh fish ceviche prepared on-site by our crew (raw fish marinated in lime juice with minced onion, cilantro, diced tomato accompanied by crunchy corn tortilla chips), and unlimited bottled water and ice-cold soft drinks. Vegetarian option is available - please advise via email after booking if required.
After lunch, relax and enjoy beach time on world famous Playa Norte beach on Isla Mujeres.
The final leg on the sea safari is the return voyage to the Cancun whale sharks tour marina where our air-conditioned vans will be waiting to take you back to your resort or vacation rental accommodations.
Additional Info
• Personalized confirmation will be received via email within 3 hours of booking
• Wheelchair accessible
• Children 16 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
• Dress code is casual (we recommend wearing a swimsuit)
• Cancun whale shark tours operated by multi-lingual guides and crews
• If the whale shark tour gets cancelled due to inclement weather, guests may reschedule or receive a 100% refund
• Our whale shark tour boats have a maximum capacity of 10 guests, plus the captain and a guide
¥ Clients swim with Whale Sharks for 10 minutes, 2 - 3 times for an average of 30 minutes. Sessions are conducted one couple at a time to ensure everyone has an incomparable view
¥ Guided snorkel tour of the coral reef 45 minutes
¥ Each guest will spend approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes total time in the water enjoying this amazing 2-in-1 sea safari experience
¥ Not recommended for travelers with pre-existing health conditions that may cause strain or pain such as back or neck issues
Transportation
* Transportation Add-On - Highly Recommended
Add our transportation service, relax, and let the professionals do the driving. When selected with your booking, you will receive an email to confirm your pickup location and outstanding balance that is due during check-in at the marina on the day of the tour. Pickup times vary depending on location:
• $10 – Cancun Hotel Zone, Cancun Centro (Downtown), Playa Mujeres, 6:30 A.M. - 7:10 A.M.
• $20 USD pp – Moon Palace to locations within Riviera Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa Del Carmen, Playacar to Hotel Xcaret, 6:00 A.M. - 6:30 A.M.
• $25 USD pp - South of Hotel Xcaret to locations within Riviera Maya and Puerto Aventuras, 5:00 A.M - 6:00 A.M.
• $30 USD pp - Akumal to Bahia Principe, 6:45 A.M. - 7:45 A.M.
• $30 USD pp - Locations south of Bahia Principe to Tulum are available for groups of 4+ only, 5:00 A.M. - 6:00 A.M.
100% Money Back Guarantee
100% Money Back & Cancellation Policies
Our hassle-free, money back, rescheduling and cancellation policies are the most customer-friendly in the Cancun whale shark tour industry. Guests may cancel or reschedule at no additional charge, up to 24 hours prior to the tour. In the event of inclement weather, guests have the option to reschedule or receive a full refund.
Book Now, Pay Later:
Your deposit guarantees your reservation. This is a popular tour at this price with our Internet special promotion complimentary t-shirts and 100% money back guarantee. Book now to save your space today!
31% Deposit = $49 (pay now to reserve)
69% Remainder = $110 (due on day of tour)
Total Per Person = $159