Private and Shared Whale Shark Tour from Tulum
Overview
Observe the beautiful whale sharks during their annual visit to Quintana Roo. Whale sharks are the largest fish species in the world and can grow up to 65 feet long. On this tour from meeting point of Tulum you’ll ride to Cancun (if you chose tour with transportation) or from meeting point from Cancun (if you chose tour without transportation) and then be taken out to sea where you’ll have the privilege to see and swim nearby these giants. Beverages, snacks and a meal of freshly prepared ceviche will be provided.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Snorkel and equipment
- Meeting pont (depending Cancun or Tulum)
- Snorkeling with whale sharks
- Boat ride
- Air-conditioned transportation if was choose this option
- Professional guide
- Ecopark tax
- Gratuities
- Photos and videos (available for purchase, please request in advance before the tour)
Meeting Location
Cancún
Quintana Roo, Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
- Opening Hours • Daily 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM
- Opening Hours • Daily 5:00 AM - 2:30 PM
- Opening Hours • Daily 4:00 AM - 4:00 PM
What To Expect
Swim and snorkel in an area with the largest fish in the world — the whale shark — on this seasonal tour. Head out toward Isla Mujeres, Contoy, and Holbox by boat, where these gentle giants feed on plankton from May to September.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wear a bathing swimsuit under your clothes and if you have a wetsuit, you can bring it
- Please wear comfortable clothes (long sleeve t-shirt, pants and shoes) and bring a towel, sandals, Hat and sunglasses and a Photo camera
- Please bring biodegradable sunscreen
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- For the private tour is a maximum of 10 people per booking
- The size of boat is 30 feet
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Private and Shared Whale Shark Tour from Tulum. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022
Cancellation Policy
Questions?
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Activity code: C-9483P49
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