Playa Del Carmen

14 Best Playa del Carmen Whale Shark Tours

The whale shark trips: full days from Playa to the summer aggregation north of the Riviera Maya. 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

“Amazing team and care about the animals. Absolutely perfect day out on the water. Cannot recommend highly enough.”

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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

“This was the best excursion we have ever done. Lots of activity. Vanessa and the boat crew were very professional and made it a great experience. We will definitely go again. It isn't a zoo, you may or may not see any sharks. Even if…”

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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 a wonderful time with Eco Tours and our guide Jane! Swimming with whale sharks was absolutely mind-blowing! The tour was well organized, the guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!”

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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

“We were really excited about this tour, but since the shark was not to be found, we ended up with spending the entire day at open sea, looking for it. When it comes to nature, you can never be sure what to get, but locals…”

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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

“Tour operator did not show and the phone numbers listed do not connect. Feels like a scam. I highly recommend booking somewhere else.”

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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

“The best experience! This is one of our favourite activities whilst travelling for 6 months. Riaz and the team were so friendly and accommodating. The whale sharks were insane to swim with and the ceviche lunch at the end was so fresh and tasty. We…”

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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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