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Whale Shark with Snacks and Beverages

El Hijo Pródigo, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Highlights

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Enjoy a unique experience swimming with the impressive whale shark, near Isla Contoy.

Admire its large size and learn about this wonderful mammal in its natural habitat.

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Take the opportunity to share the wonder of swimming with the whale shark with your family or friends.

This unique experience is ideal for nature lovers, capture fabulous images to share on Instagram!

About this activity


Swim with the great whale shark off the coast of Contoy island! Swim in pairs and a guide, once you finish, head over to Isla Mujeres' Playa Norte.


What to do

Experience a unique adventure near Isla Contoy! In this activity, you'll have the opportunity to swim with the world's largest fish, the whale shark! Learn about this magnificent animal from your guide and swim alongside a specimen in its natural habitat.

Before starting, you will listen to a talk about the practices that must be carried out to ensure the conservation and protection of this species, as well as to enjoy a safe experience for you.

Isla Contoy is the largest congregation site for this mammal, and you'll head to this area with your captain and guide who will begin the search. When they're found, it's time to swim with them! Enter the water in pairs accompanied by your guide and feel safe at all times.

And the adventure continues! You'll make a stop at Playa Norte, one of the most beautiful in the Caribbean and the best in Isla Mujeres. You'll have time to relax on the beach or, if you prefer, you can go snorkeling, and then you'll be ready to return. Don't miss the opportunity to live this unforgettable adventure!

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable clothes
  • Bring swimsuit
  • Use biodegradable sunblock
  • Wear hat or cap
  • Wear sunglasses
  • Bring extra cash
  • Wear walking shoes

About this ticket

Ticket fare: Whale Shark (CEA)

Minimum Age to Participate: Todas las edades

Languages: English, Español,


Not Included in this fare:

  • Photos
  • Tips
  • Dock fee/Port tax per person
  • Additional drinks or food
  • Additional services available
  • Videos

Things to know

Included:

  • Transportation from/to hotels (only Costa Mujeres, Cancun zone hotels up to Moon Palace Hotel)
  • Use of lifejacket
  • Certified guide
  •  Bilingual crew
  • Coffee and bread
  • 2 or 3 swims with whale shark
  • Water and soft drinks
  • Swim in Playa Norte
  • Sandwich and ceviche

Additional charges:

  • Additional food
  • Additional beverages 
  • Photos
  • Tips
  • Souvenirs 
  • Federal dock and marine park tax per person, payable in cash 
  • Services, products not stipulated as included in the activity

Safety Recommendations:

  • The use of safety equipment required by the activity is mandatory.
  • People under the influence of alcohol or other drugs will not be permitted to participate in any of the activities.
  • Each visitor is responsible for using the facilities and any accidents or injuries that may occur.
  • Certain activities are not suitable for those with limited mobility, heart conditions and pregnant women or people prone to motion sickness.

Conditions for Children:

  • Minors must be supervised by their parents or an accompanying adult at all times.
  • Only children over 4 years old will be able to participate in the whale shark swimming activity.

Cameras and Professional Equipment:

  • The participant is responsible for any damages to cameras or other photography\recording equipment.

Accessibility:

  • Wheelchair access is not available.

Note:

  • This tour is only available from June 1 to September 17, excluding the 30th of each month.
  • For activities where transportation is included, please contact us to confirm the pickup time.

Duration of the activity:

  • 6 hours approx.