Cancun
Whale shark season is short, so this list sticks to operators who run it properly. Boats go out roughly mid May through mid September, and July and August are the most dependable weeks. The ride offshore is long; take the seasickness pill at breakfast, not on the dock.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of swimming with whale sharks on a tour from Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, Tulum, and Riviera Maya. Book your adventure now!
Most Popular★ 5.0“Our tour guide was Pia and she was amazing, very enthusiastic and informative and friendly. We got to swim with the whale sharks (there were hundreds in the area) very easily. Each couple got three turns in the water with the whale sharks, about 5-10…”
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929 reviews6 to 10 hours (approx.)From $199.00by Ocean Tours Mexico
Experience an eco-friendly whale shark tour in Cancun & Riviera Maya. Join a small group and witness these magnificent creatures up close while supporting sustainable tourism practices.
★ 4.5“Amazing experience! Arturo, Rene and Capitan Francisco were a wonderful crew! We got to see many whale sharks along with dolphins, turtles and flying fish.”
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916 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $160.00by EcoColors Mexico
Experience the thrill of swimming with whale sharks and enjoy a relaxing beach visit to Isla Mujeres. Book your adventure today and make unforgettable memories!
★ 5.0“The staff was amazing. Our boat captain and tour guide worked very hard to find the whale sharks and we all ended up getting to swim with them. We also saw dolphins, flying fish, a starfish, sea turtles, and a sting ray on our journey.…”
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399 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $210.00by Contoy Adventures
Dive into Cancún's waters to swim with whale sharks and uncover the mysteries lurking beneath the surface.
★ 4.5“super fun experience. Juan Carlos, our guide was exceptional. his team was great. found the whales super quickly. water was very clear, so we could see perfectly the whales super close fron us.”
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199 reviewsFrom $165
Experience a thrilling encounter with whale sharks in Cancun! Swim alongside these majestic creatures and witness their beauty up close. Don't miss this unforgettable adventure in Cancun!
★ 4.5“great experience from pick up to drop off. Captain Angel and Sailor Manuel made the experience unforgetable. Ceviche and sandwich was delicious. Overall, it was amazing! thank you again Manuel for being an awesome guide!”
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172 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $210.00by Contoy Adventures
Tantalizing adventures await in Cancun or Riviera Maya with the Whale Shark Tour & Playa Norte Beach - an experience that will leave you in awe.
★ 4.4“Me and my wife had the best experience swimming with whale sharks yesterday, there is no words to describe what it feels like to be so close to them. It’s a trip we will never forget, the guide was brilliant, he knew exactly when we…”
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145 reviewsFrom $173
Observe the mysterious world of whale sharks in Cancún's crystal-clear waters...but what unexpected encounters await?
★ 4.5“Décevant le guide n’a fait aucun effort d’écoute et de compréhension vis à vis de nos différents demandes aux cours de la journée. La visite avec les requins baleines s’effectue pas groupe de deux personnes ce qui laisse peu de possibilités de savourer le moment.…”
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50 reviews8 hoursFrom $175by contoyexcursions
Experience an eco-friendly tour of the breathtaking whale sharks in Cancun. Book your private tour and witness these majestic creatures up close while supporting conservation efforts.
★ 5.036 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $895.00by EcoColors Mexico
Nourish your wanderlust and embark on a breathtaking Whale Shark Adventure from Isla Mujeres, where you'll witness the awe-inspiring grace of the ocean's giants.
★ 4.5“Treffpunkt ist bei Dock 3, nehmt vorher etwas gegen Seekrankheit auch wenn ihr damit normalerweise keine Probleme habt und lange Ärmel helfen gegen Sonnenbrand”
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36 reviews6 hoursFrom $176by Isla Fun Tours
Cruise through the turquoise waters of Isla Mujeres and witness a creature so majestic and captivating that you won't be able to resist diving in and snorkeling alongside it.
★ 4.5“Our captain and guide were amazing the whole day. They took us out we swam with the beautiful whale sharks and enjoyed the day to its fullest.”
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23 reviewsFrom $210by What To Do In Cancun
Curious about swimming with whale sharks? Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Caribbean on a private tour from Cancun.
★ 5.0“This was a wonderful experience for our family. We each got in the water with the whale sharks multiple times. The extra cost of the private tour was well worth the price. If we had been in a much larger group, we would only have…”
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12 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $1,780.00by Contoy Excursions
Make memories that will last a lifetime as you swim alongside majestic whale sharks on this small-group adventure from Cancun.
★ 5.0“Awesome The staff was excellent The experience was amazing”
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4 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $299.00by Trip To Mexico
Dive into the depths of the ocean on a Small-Group Whale Shark and Snorkeling Tour From Cancun, and discover the secret wonders that await beneath the surface.
★ 5.03 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $249.99by Holtours SA de CV
Get ready for an exhilarating journey into the world of whale sharks in Quintana Roo, but what awaits beyond this breathtaking swim?
★ 5.02 reviews8 hoursFrom $1,899by contoyexcursions
Your chance to encounter the gentle giants of the sea awaits in the crystal-clear waters off Cancun, where you can witness the majestic whale sharks up close.
★ 5.01 reviews7 hoursFrom $233by pata de peek travel
Cancun is my launchpad for the Yucatan: reef mornings, ruins by lunch, and a boat party by sunset.