Cancun Whale Shark Tour: The Ultimate Ocean Swim Experience
Swim with the World’s Gentle Giants
Every summer, hundreds of magnificent whale sharks migrate to the plankton-rich waters where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico near Cancun, Isla Mujeres, and Holbox. Growing up to 40 feet long, these gentle filter-feeders are completely harmless to humans and incredibly docile creatures. Our professional excursions bring you face-to-face with the largest fish in the sea for an unforgettable, bucket-list encounter. Whether you are traveling solo, as a couple, or booking an entire boat for your private group, we offer flexible options tailored to your needs.
Official Season: Daily departures from June through September.
Tour Duration: From 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM (Approx. 7 hours).
Reservations: Advanced online or phone reservations are strictly required!
What's Included with your tour:
Expert Crew: Fully licensed captain and professional Marine Biologist Guide.
Snorkel Equipment: Complete high-quality snorkel gear with a brand-new, clean snorkel.
Meals & Refreshments: Light breakfast (coffee, cookies, fruits) plus a fresh boat lunch (Ceviche or chicken sandwich), sodas, and purified water.
Transportation: Round-trip transit in late-model, air-conditioned vans.
Tour Fees and Regulations:
Conservation & Dock Fees:
Please note that the mandatory $15.00 USD National Marine Park Conservation/Dock Fee per person is not included in the tour price and must be paid directly in cash at the marina prior to boarding
Booking Options & Flexible Pricing We offer seamless online booking options whether you want to join a shared group tour or secure an exclusive private charter for your party.
Prices include comfortable, round-trip, air-conditioned transportation from your region's designated meeting points, a certified Marine Biologist Guide, a light breakfast, a fresh lunch on the boat (Mexican Ceviche or chicken sandwich), soft drinks, and purified water.
Book Your Whale Shark Adventure
June through September.
Advanced online reservations are strictly required to guarantee your boat spaces
Shared Tour Departing From Cancun
$219.00USD
Web Price $195.00USD Web price available online or by phone
Shared Tour Departing From Playa Del Carmen
$229.00USD
Web Price $205.00USD Web price available online or by phone
Shared Tour Departing From Riviera Maya
$229.00USD
Web Price $205.00USD Web price available online or by phone
Looking for a Private Tour?
Private Boat Charters (Flat Group Rates) Enjoy an exclusive boat charter entirely for your party with a customized pace, flexible viewing schedule, and 100% personalized attention from our captain and crew.
Prices Below are for Cancun Hotels. Add $100.00USD if staying in Playa del Carmen or the Riviera Maya.
For exclusive private VIP whale shark charters, please call us toll-free from the US/Canada at 1-866-840-7179 for real-time group pricing and boat availability.
Private Tour - 1-2 People - $1490.00USD
Private Tour - 3-4 People - $1590.00USD
Private Tour - 5-6 People - $1690.00USD
Private Tour - 7-8 People - $1790.00USD
Private Tour - 9-10 People - $1890.00USD
Frequently Asked Questions About The Cancun Whale Shark Tour
Our whale shark tours run daily from June through September, when hundreds of these gentle giants migrate to the plankton-rich waters where the Caribbean Sea meets the Gulf of Mexico near Cancun, Isla Mujeres, and Holbox. Advanced online or phone reservations are strictly required to guarantee your spot on the boat.
No. Despite growing up to 40 feet long and having "shark" in their name, whale sharks are gentle, docile filter-feeders that pose no threat to humans. This is a surface-only snorkeling experience, so no scuba certification or prior diving experience is needed to join.
The $15.00 USD National Marine Park Conservation and Dock Fee is a mandatory government fee that helps fund conservation of the marine park. It's paid in cash directly at the marina before boarding, separate from your tour price.
Your tour includes complete snorkel gear, round-trip transportation in late-model air-conditioned vans, a licensed captain, a professional Marine Biologist guide, a light breakfast (coffee, cookies, and fruit), a fresh boat lunch (ceviche or chicken sandwich), sodas, and purified water.
Experience one of the most exciting tours available. Swim with the Whale Sharks
