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Whale Shark Adventure

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Whale Shark Adventure
Whale shark sighting
The best adventure with nature in Cancun.
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icon6 hours  (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English and 1 more
Good for avoiding crowds
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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Overview

Whales sharks are some of the largest and most docile creatures on earth, and on this tour you can admire them up close and personal. After pickup at your hotel, travel to a marina to enjoy a continental breakfast and get acquainted with your guides, who will explain some rules to follow in the water. Take a boat to the spot where the whale sharks swim, with the opportunity to share the water with this majestic marine mammal if you so choose. Afterward, enjoy a ceviche and a drink aboard the boat before the return journey.
  • Swim with whale sharks in their natural habitat
  • Snorkeling equipment and professional guide included
  • Ceviche lunch and non-alcoholic beverages aboard the vessel
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun included
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Continetal breakfast.
Non-alcoholic beverages.
Life jacket.
Snorkeling equipment.
Lunch aboard the boat.
Guides.
Photos.
Tips.
Docking fee and marine park $13 USD.
Round Trip Transportation ( 10 to 20 USD)

Departure Point

Cancun, Cancun, Yucatan Peninsula

Traveler pickup is offered

Departure Time

6:00 AM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • You can not touch the shark at any point.
  • It is advisable to bring: - Towel. - Swimwear. - Cap or hat. - Sun glasses. - Sunscreen. - Biodegradable. - Identification. - Tour reservation receipt and / or confirmation key.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Cancun Vacation Experts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Whale Shark Adventure?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by Whale Shark Adventure.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Whale Shark Adventure?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Whale Shark Adventure.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Whale Shark Adventure?
A:
The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Whale Shark Adventure.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Whale Shark Adventure?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Whale Shark Adventure.
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Whale Shark Adventure?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Whale Shark Adventure.

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Swimming with Whale Sharks
Paul_H
, Jul 2020
Highly recommend. Great experience with friendly English and Spanish speaking tour guides. No bathrooms on the boats though so plan ahead.
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Thank you very much for sharing this amazing experience.
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