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Whale Shark in Cancun
Embark on a journey to discover one of the largest species on the planet, the whale shark, on this safari-style marine adventure to find these incredible creatures and fulfill your dream of witnessing these gentle giants of the ocean.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Puerto Morelos - Make the most out of your vacation and discover the fantastic world of the Whale Shark. Climb aboard a comfortable boat and experience an unforgettable moment with whale sharks near Isla Mujeres and Holbox. You might also spot dolphins, sea turtles, and stingrays! Whale sharks can be up to 12 meters long and weight up to 15 tons! Be amazed by their graceful demeanor, marvel at their immense size and gentle movements, then, observe their gaping mouths. Worry not- they feed exclusively on plankton! Take turns to get off the boat in pairs and swim near the whale sharks, accompanied at all times by your guide. After the swimming session, you will head to one of the beautiful beaches on the north side of Isla Mujeres to relax and sunbathe with a refreshing drink and enjoy lunch before heading back
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What's Included
- Bottled water
- Water, soft drinks and sandwich on board
- Experienced guide in different languages
- Boat tour
- Snacks
- Transportation from/to centrally located Hotels in Cancun area
- Snorkel gear (mask, tube, life jacket and fins)
What's Not Included
- Dock tax per person, access fee to the protected natural area, photos, souvenirs & tips.
- A tax must be paid, the charge must be covered when checking in.
Additional Information
- Wear beach clothing over swimsuit, sunglasses and cap or hat. Bring your camera, towel, a change of clothes and cash for dock tax, fee to the protected natural area, souvenirs, photos, tips or additional expenses. Due to this activity is carried out in open sea waters, the participants must be good swimmers. Groups of maximum 10 participants per boat. Please avoid the use of chemical substances, such as sunscreen, cream, makeup, etc. Be advised that Mexican law prohibits: Swim with whale sharks without a lifejacket or flotation device. All swimmers must remain at least 6 feet away from whale sharks, and are not allowed to touch or hold them at all. It is important not to interfere with their movements by placing yourself in front of them and avoid making any sudden movements in their presence. Whale sharks are endangered species, so it is mandatory to comply with these rules.
- Transportation included only from/to centrally located Hotels in the Cancun area. If you’re staying in a different area, an extra fee may apply
- It is of the utmost importance that you provide your complete Hotel/Cruise details at the time of booking. Without this information, we will not be able to confirm your reservation. If this is the case, please contact us immediately to reconfirm your reservation.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Mariskacrossroads
Aug 26, 2023
Awesome trip to whale sharks with great help of Marisela - I joined the whale shark swimming tour. It was awesome. As coming on a business trip from the Netherlands and with not much time for leisure, all assistance was very helpful. Marisela, the consultant of Nexus was very very eager to make my dream come true to see these beautiful sea creatures. Very grateful.
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1727383cris
Aug 28, 2021
Great customer service - The tour was great. Giovanny Anaya did a great job, helped us to find the best option! Super customer service Giovanny! #PHexperiences.
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Climber18856
Jul 4, 2020
Loved it - 1sr time doing it and it was amazing and would do it again. At first it was a little scary but we got use to it
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