4.7(1,120)4.7 out of 5, from 1120 reviews
Family Snorkeling Cancun with transportation
From $69/person5 travellers ≈ $345 — children may pay less
On the Water · Whale Watching
Whale Sharks Small-Group Tour in Cancun and Riviera Maya
4.6(1,017)4.6 out of 5, from 1017 reviews·8h·Shared tour
What you pay forEach travellerChildren are priced in their own age band.
Group sizeUp to 15Per booking.
Minimum age5 yearschild 5–11, adult 12–99
Will this work for your group?
Checked against the limits the operator publishes. Nothing here is a booking guarantee — availability and prices live on Viator.
- All 5 of you can be booked together.
- Your youngest is 8; the minimum age is 5.
- 5 fares — children priced separately
About this experience
Go to this amazing adventure where you will be able to see the Mexico's gentle giants - whale sharks! Cruising the Gulf of Mexico with an expert guide, you'll visit the biggest fish and maybe spot dolphins, manta rays, and turtles on this small-group snorkeling adventure off the Yucatan coast. *NOTE: WE CAN OPERATE A PRIVATE WHALE SHARK TOUR ALL DAYS (EXCEPT 30 OF EACH MONTH).
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What you actually do
Of 2 listed stops, you get out at 1 and see 1 from the vehicle.
- 1
Playa Norte
Join us for an informative briefing at Marina Xtabay, where our certified guides will share fascinating insights about whale sharks and the unique ecosystems of the region. Learn more about these gentle giants and their natural habitat before your adventure begins.
You get out here30 minAdmission included
- 2
Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard, just off the coast of Isla Mujeres—home to one of the world's most stunning beaches, as recognized by Condé Nast in 2013. Take time to swim and relax in the crystal-clear turquoise waters of this tropical paradise.
Seen from the vehicle
Where the day happens
≈ 14.2 km from the city centre. 1 stop shown in visit order.
What is and is not included
The advertised price does not cover gratuities, alcoholic beverages, other — budget for those separately.
- Other
- Shared Transportation
- Fish Ceviche and Sandwiches
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Other
Before you book
The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.
Good to know (10)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 5 years
- This tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate. There is a possibility that the tour may be canceled after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements.
- We only permit Mineral sunscreen.
- We recommended to ask your doctor if you can take seasickness pills before your tour.
- Whale Shark ‘No Sighting’ Guarantee: Unfortunately, we can never 100% guarantee a wildlife sighting. But we can guarantee to do everything we can on the day to maximise your chances of swimming with a whale shark.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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