Cancun Trip Overview
Encounter the world’s biggest fish, the majestic whale shark. Do not miss this seasonal phenomenon, only available in select parts of the world, and join us for a swim along the awe-inspiring giant.
Despite their name, whale sharks are as non-aggressive and calm as you can wish. Feeding off invisible plankton, hundreds of whales migrate to Cancun each summer to find food in the warm waters of the Caribbean.
Cruise out to the area of paradise island Contoy, where the whale sharks are usually encountered usually. You might stumble upon a single or a whole group. Once you approach them, put on your life jacket and snorkeling gear, and descend into the water, taking turns.
Swim along with the graceful gigantic fish, observing its movements with fascination. On some occasions, you might even be able to spot it from the boat, as the whale sharks tend to swim close to the surface.
Conclude the amazing experience with a lunch before returning to your hotel.
Additional Info
Duration: 7 hours
Starts: Cancun, Mexico
Trip Category: Water Sports >> Snorkeling
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What to Expect When Visiting Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Encounter the world’s biggest fish, the majestic whale shark. Do not miss this seasonal phenomenon, only available in select parts of the world, and join us for a swim along the awe-inspiring giant.
Despite their name, whale sharks are as non-aggressive and calm as you can wish. Feeding off invisible plankton, hundreds of whales migrate to Cancun each summer to find food in the warm waters of the Caribbean.
Cruise out to the area of paradise island Contoy, where the whale sharks are usually encountered usually. You might stumble upon a single or a whole group. Once you approach them, put on your life jacket and snorkeling gear, and descend into the water, taking turns.
Swim along with the graceful gigantic fish, observing its movements with fascination. On some occasions, you might even be able to spot it from the boat, as the whale sharks tend to swim close to the surface.
Conclude the amazing experience with a lunch before returning to your hotel.
Itinerary
Do not miss the opportunity to swim with the giants of the sea, the world’s biggest fish. Cruise out to the area of paradise island Contoy, known to be frequented by majestic whale sharks during the summer season.
Once your guides have localized a single or a group of whales, head to the spot where the fascinating creatures are feeding off invisible plankton. Put on your snorkel and mask and take turns in swimming across the surface in a respectful distance from the awe-inspiring whale shark.
Enjoy a full lunch with sodas to conclude this great experience.
Stop At:
• Isla Contoy, Isla Contoy, Yucatan Peninsula
