Playa Del Carmen

14 Best Playa del Carmen Whale Shark Tours

Summer brings whale sharks to the water north of the Riviera Maya, and full-day trips from Playa put you beside them. The season is June to September; mid-summer is most reliable.

1.Whale Shark Encounter Full-Day all inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya

Experience swimming with whale sharks, snorkeling, and relaxing on Isla Mujeres on a full-day, all-inclusive tour from Riviera Maya, ideal for marine wildlife lovers.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We took the last whale shark tour of the season and our guide Jane and her Capt put us on the last whale in the area. We were very lucky as late season can be hit or miss. Jane was so knowledgeable about not just…”

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2.Private Whale Shark All Inclusive Experience

Experience swimming with whale sharks off Isla Mujeres on this private, all-inclusive tour from Playa del Carmen. Enjoy expert guides, snorkeling, and a beach picnic.

★ 5.0

“Rueben was the goat and lined us up to jump in the water right in front of the whale sharks. Craziest thing ever! Really fun trip overall. Enjoyed snorkeling and especially the beach at the end with beers.”

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3.Whale shark encounter Private tour – swim with whale shark cancun

Experience swimming with whale sharks near Playa del Carmen on this private, all-inclusive tour featuring expert guides, fresh food, and marine wildlife.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an amazing time with Eco Tours! Everything was well organized, safe, and full of unforgettable moments. Our guide Jane made the experience even better – she’s friendly, knowledgeable, and speaks many languages, which made us feel very comfortable. I highly recommend this…”

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4.From Playa del Carmen: Whale Shark Tour

Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks in Mexico’s Caribbean, enjoy a delicious lunch on Isla Mujeres, and explore marine life in a small group tour.

★ 4.3

“It was very exciting. I saw one whale shark which swam directly at me. My husband saw a few. He is the diver, not me. But, we were both excited to see the Whale Sharks. There was also a nice little gift shop and our…”

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5.Half Day Whale Shark Tour From Playa del Carmen

Experience whale sharks close-up on this 7-hour Playa del Carmen tour, including boat trips, expert guides, and a delicious Isla Mujeres lunch for $185.

★ 4.5

“Amazing experience! Carlos and his crew took very good care of us. The driver picked us up at the Hotel in Playa del Carmen early in the morning and dropped us off in the harbour of Cancun. Carlos gave a lot of information about the…”

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6.Whale Shark Experience from Playa del Carmen

Discover the thrill of swimming with whale sharks near Cancun on this small-group tour from Playa del Carmen, featuring expert guides and up-close encounters.

★ 4.5

“Our driver was excellent. Pickup from hotel is very convenient. 45+ minute drive from playa to Cancun. Comfortable passenger van. Our captain did excellent job in giving everyone an opportunity to see and experience the whale shark. Was able to get in twice. Fresh ceviche…”

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7.Whale Shark Snorkeling Adventure with Lunch

Experience swimming with whale sharks, stunning marine scenery, and a relaxing beach stop on this full-day snorkel tour from Playa del Carmen. Perfect for adventure seekers.

★ 4.0

“We went to Mexico in July shortly after it reopened due to COVID. We loved loved loved this adventure. Swimming with the whale sharks can not be replaced. Also I was very pleasantly surprised to see how careful and the high tech investments that they…”

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8.Private Whale Shark Ecofriendly Tour from Riviera Maya

Discover the thrill of swimming with whale sharks on this private, eco-friendly Riviera Maya tour, including snorkeling, lunch, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Seeing these magnificent creatures right next to you looks like the very best ones of National Geographic. We (19y & 17y boys, my wife) so amazed that we could not remember if the sea was cold or not! Our guide Guillermo & 2 sailors were…”

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9.Snorkeling with Whale Sharks – Isla Mujeres

Experience the thrill of swimming with gentle whale sharks on a full-day snorkel tour from Cancun or Playa del Carmen, including lunch and expert guides.

★ 4.5

“Excellent experience despite the bad weather we got. Nuria our guide was always helpful and making her outmost to assure this nice experience explaining all the details and providing confidence to all the participants. Thanks Nuria and the captain for this excellent day!”

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