Cancun Whale Shark Encounter

Description

Come join us in this once in a lifetime experience and live the most incredible adventure swimming beside this ocean’s gentle giants, your encounter will be supervised by our very experienced guides not to mention you’ll be wearing our snorkeling gear certified by National Geographic Snorkeler.

We start the adventure picking you up from any hotel in Cancun, Riviera Maya or Playa del Carmen to take you to our new private marina in Punta Sam in Cancun. After a light breakfast we board and head to the Whale Shark protected area where, after finding them, we will start the dives, 2 to 3 per person, always in couples and with our certified guide. After the dives it is not over, before we head back to our marina we will visit beautiful Playa Norte beach in Isla Mujeres where you will have an hour to relax and enjoy the best ceviche prepared by our crew!

Then we go back to our marina in Cancun where our a/c vans will take you back to your hotel or condo.

Included / Excluded
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from any hotel or condo in Cancun
  • Light breakfast and sterilized snorkeling gear
  • Professional and certified bilingual guide
  • Bottled water and soft drinks
  • Visit to Playa Norte beach in Isla Mujeres
  • Fish ceviche & snacks
  • Entry/Admission - Playa Norte
  • 15 USD per person dock fee and Marine Park Federal Tax
  • 20 USD charge for people coming from Akumal and Tulum (meeting point)
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 5-6 hours
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code casual, don't forget your swimsuit!
Operated by a bilingual guide
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

FAQ

Which company provides Cancun Whale Shark Encounter?

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Cancun Whale Shark Encounter is hosted by Contoy Adventures. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

How much is Cancun Whale Shark Encounter?

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Cancun Whale Shark Encounter price starts from $179.00.

What is the Cancun Whale Shark Encounter cancellation policy?

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Cancun Whale Shark Encounter cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

What time does Cancun Whale Shark Encounter start?

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Cancun Whale Shark Encounter will start at 8:00 AM.

Operated by:

Contoy Adventures

About operator:

Contoy Adventures is one of the largest marine tour operators in the Mexican Caribbean. Home of the famous Whale Shark swimming tour along with the Contoy Island Ecoadventure (a federal reserve and bird sanctuary), Isla Mujeres all inclusive and diving.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 5 hours - 6 hours
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