Swim with gentle whale sharks on this small-group tour from Cancun or Riviera Maya, including lunch, snorkeling gear, hotel transfers, and expert guides.
Most Popular★ 5.0“We got lucky and had the most INCREDIBLE day! It’s easy to say trust the tour when we were the lucky ones to see what we saw. Vanessa is an incredible guide (I do hope my memory isn’t failing me, but she’s Portuguese, and she’s…”
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929 reviews6 to 10 hours (approx.)From $199.00by Ocean Tours Mexico
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Swim with whale sharks off Cancun with a small group, guided by experts. Enjoy snorkeling, an included lunch, and personalized attention for an unforgettable day.
★ 4.5“We are a family of 5 and have done a lot of excursions and this one is at the top of the list! We had an amazing time and swam with so many breathtaking whale sharks. It was something I have always wanted to do…”
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916 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $160.00by EcoColors Mexico
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Experience swimming with whale sharks and relaxing on Isla Mujeres' Playa Norte with this well-rated tour that combines adventure, expert guides, and authentic Mexican beach vibes.
★ 5.0“This was a bucket list item for my 23 year old daughter. Swimming with the whale sharks is amazing. The captain and guide were very experienced and knowledgeable and made you feel safe the entire time.”
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399 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $210.00by Contoy Adventures
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Swim with whale sharks off Cancun with expert guides, small groups, and a scenic boat trip. Experience one of Mexico's most unforgettable wildlife encounters.
★ 4.5“Staff were amazing, Naara very helpful, organised and in control all day ensuring everything ran smoothly . The guide who came in the water with me was fabulous I saw some amazing views of the whale sharks which was down to him. I had waited…”
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380 reviews7 - 7.5 hoursFrom $160by EcoColors Tours
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Experience swimming with whale sharks in Cancun, enjoy expert guides, fresh ceviche, and a visit to Isla Mujeres’ stunning Playa Norte—all in a full-day adventure.
★ 4.5“The swim itself was amazing. Geovanny our guide helped us get close to the whale sharks and take good photos and videos with his gopro. He was very patient with those not so able swimmers on our boat - you need to be able to…”
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172 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $210.00by Contoy Adventures
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Experience swimming with whale sharks, enjoy a tasty lunch on Isla Mujeres, and explore the Mexican Caribbean with this full-day snorkel tour from Cancun.
★ 4.5“Décevant le guide n’a fait aucun effort d’écoute et de compréhension vis à vis de nos différents demandes aux cours de la journée. La visite avec les requins baleines s’effectue pas groupe de deux personnes ce qui laisse peu de possibilités de savourer le moment.…”
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50 reviews8 hoursFrom $175by contoyexcursions
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Experience the thrill of snorkeling with majestic whale sharks on a private, eco-friendly tour from Cancun, guided by marine biologists and designed for authentic encounters.
★ 5.036 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $895.00by EcoColors Mexico
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Experience swimming with whale sharks in Isla Mujeres. Join a 6-hour guided tour for close encounters with marine giants, wildlife spotting, and authentic fun.
★ 4.5“Ottimo”
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36 reviews6 hoursFrom $176by Isla Fun Tours
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Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks in Cancun on a small-group tour. Enjoy expert guides, delicious food, and eco-friendly practices for a memorable adventure.
“The staff on the Shaddai were absolutely fantastic!! It was a great experience!! They were super knowledgeable and did everything to ensure our whale shark encounter was memorable!!”
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26 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $199.00by Kay Tours Mexico
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Experience swimming alongside giant whale sharks on an eco-friendly boat tour from Cancun, with snorkeling, a light breakfast, and a stop at Playa Norte.
★ 4.5“Today we were very lucky, we found o er 50 Mantras and 3 Whale Sharks, to swim with such amazing fish was very special. From start to finish our guides couldnt have been more amazing. SO PROFESSIONALLY.”
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23 reviewsFrom $210by What To Do In Cancun
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Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks on a private Cancun tour, including personalized service, all equipment, and a beachside lunch.
★ 5.0“This was a wonderful experience for our family. We each got in the water with the whale sharks multiple times. The extra cost of the private tour was well worth the price. If we had been in a much larger group, we would only have…”
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12 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $1,780.00by Contoy Excursions
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Experience swimming with whale sharks off Contoy Island and relaxing at Playa Norte with this 6-hour Cancun tour, guided by knowledgeable bilingual staff.
★ 5.0“Super atrakcja gorąco polecam , nie zapomniane wrażenia”
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5 reviews6 hoursFrom $199by Aquaworld Cancún
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Experience a small-group swim with whale sharks off Cancun, guided by experts. Enjoy snorkeling, scenic boat rides, and a fresh ceviche lunch in this unforgettable adventure.
★ 5.0“Absolutely amazing experience! Only wish we could have more time in water with whale shark... The guide only brings 2 people to water each time, so every 2 people get 2 rounds to see whale shark. We see Mantarays as well, fascinating!! BRING YOUR WETSUIT…”
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4 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $299.00by Trip To Mexico
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Experience swimming with gentle whale sharks near Cancun on a small-group tour that includes island stops, snorkeling, and a relaxed lunch—an unforgettable adventure.
“This was a great excursion minus a few hidden costs and lack of preparation on the boat. When we arrived at the marina we were informed we had to wear a life jacket or rent a wetsuit. This was not explained up front. Highly recommend…”
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4 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $175.00by Contoy Excursions
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Experience swimming with whale sharks in Cancun on a 6.5-hour eco tour with expert guides, snorkeling, and visits to Isla Mujeres for a true Caribbean adventure.
“Wonderful experience! We were treated well by the whole friendly team. Swimming with the friendly and peaceful whale sharks was an incredible experience. Worth the $$. Be sure you book with Joluga! No catamaran. It is a speed boat.”
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3 reviews6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $452.00by Joluga Catamaran´s
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