Cancún: Swim with Whale Sharks

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Tick another thing off your bucket list and swim with whale sharks off the coast of Cancun on a thrilling guided trip. Witness whale sharks that can get up to 12 meters long and enjoy a local lunch.

Highlights

  • See whale sharks with a company that's been around almost a decade
  • Go with professional naturalist guides who speak your language
  • Enjoy the feeling of being in a small group of no more than 10 people
  • Look out for dolphins playing and sea turtles swimming

Description

Snorkel with whale sharks on this day trip from Cancun (from May to September). Take a boat out whale shark reserve in the waters surrounding Isla Contoy follow your naturalist or marine biologist guide for once-in-a-lifetime experience. Savor a delicious lunch and drinks on the boat. Be picked up early in the morning from your hotel in Cancun and hop aboard a comfortable van for the drive to Puerto Juarez (Marina Xtabay). Listen to an informative briefing to help you understand whale sharks and the area's ecosystems. Depart from Marina Xtabay on a boat and head towards the whale shark reserve in the waters surrounding Isla Contoy. Use high-quality snorkel gear to see whale sharks. Feel confident snorkeling with the help of your guide. Sit down to a filling lunch on the boat with stunning views of the coast of Isla Mujeres. Afterwards, cool off with a swim in the clear turquoise waters. Travel back to Marina Hacienda del Mar and transfer by van back to your accommodation.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned Club Wagon or Suburban Tour guide Swimming equipment Whale shark swim Boat cruise Lunch Drinks

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable clothes such as a long sleeve cotton shirt, long cotton pants and an impermeable jacket. The use of sunscreen is limited in order to protect the whale shark and the water from pollution. It is recommended to take some medication in order to avoid seasickness.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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