Top Cancun Dolphin Watching

Mexico's Yucatan peninsula is one of the few places in the world where you can share the water with the largest fish in the world, the whale shark. Make the most of this opportunity by joining this small-group cruise in search of the creatures. You will have the opportunity to dive into the water and have an encounter with wildlife that few people can experience. Includes a light breakfast and lunch.

See Caribbean colors without swimming or getting your face wet on this semi-submarine tour of coral reefs and the Cancun Underwater Museum of Art. A great choice for families with young children and seniors, it lets you enjoy local marine life, coral-encrusted sculptures and the colors of the reef from your seat. Your package includes a guide and drinks on your boat transfer, but excludes reef preservation fees.

Swim with docile whale sharks off the shores of Cancun during this 6-hour eco-adventure from Cancún or Playa del Carmen. From Punta Sam, take an hour-long scenic boat ride to the area where the whale sharks, the world's largest fish, like to hang out and feed. Under the supervision of your experienced guide, slip into the water to swim and snorkel with these graceful creatures over the course of 3 hours. Eat a light lunch on board the boat en route to the mainland, stopping for a visit on Isla Mujeres. Use of snorkel equipment and round-trip transportation from hotel are included.

Between May and September, the world's largest fish, whale sharks, migrate through Yucatan waters, and can often be spotted off Cancun. Get the chance to swim with these plankton-loving gentle giants, if enough are found, on this magical tour. Your package includes snorkeling gear, water, soft drinks and a ceviche lunch on Isla Mujeres' North Beach (Playa Norte): port tax is at your own expense.

Take a snorkeling trip out to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere with this tour from Tulum. You'll head out to a reef for snorkeling, likely passing by dolphins and sea turtles along the way. You'll also see a natural sinkhole and dine on an included lunch at a nearby beach before returning to Tulum.

Perfect for party animals, this 7-hour cruise to Isla Mujeres from Cancun includes an open bar and live entertainment guaranteed to get you in the party mood. Sail on the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, stop to snorkel at a reef abundant with marine life, and enjoy free time to shop and swim on the beautiful Isla Mujeres. Your party cruise includes unlimited drinks and a buffet lunch of fish, chicken, pasta, and salad.

Parasail above Cancun's tropical coastline during this thrilling activity. Pull-on a safety harness and listen to a short safety briefing, then fly safely up to heights of 240 feet (80 meters). See the ribbon of Cancun's white sand beach stretched out below you and enjoy a panoramic view of Isla Mujeres, the hotel zone, and the turquoise Nichupté Lagoon.

Explore some of Cancun's most stunning underwater worlds during this shipwreck swim and snorkel tour. Paddle through tropical fish, coral reefs, shipwrecks, and giant sea turtles over the course of the day. This small-group excursion that ensures personalized attention and service and includes round-trip transportation from your Cancun hotel.

Spend an exciting day out on the water off the coast of Cancun with this water sports combo package. Take a snorkel tour and stop at multiple spots to observe marine life, like sea turtles and coral, a shipwreck, underwater statues and more. Sail above the coast and the Caribbean on a parasailing adventure, then, zoom through the azure waters and ride the waves on a shared jet ski.

Get door to door service and a chance to snorkel in the Mexican Caribbean during this 4.5-hour boat excursion from Cancun. Relax on board the comfortable boat and enjoy included refreshments, then go ashore in Isla Mujeres to check it out. Pickup and drop-off from Cancun hotels is included.

Snorkel with Mexican whale sharks on a full-day group snorkeling tour off the Yucatan Coast from Playa del Carmen. Under the direction of an expert guide, swim with the world’s largest fish while looking out for dolphins, manta rays, and turtles. Immerse yourself in the marine magnificence of Mexico’s waters on this spectacular small-group adventure.

Combine a panoramic parasailing experience along the coast of Cancun with a thrilling jet ski ride during this two-for-one, small-group adventure tour, ideal for couples or families. Get a bird’s eye peek at natural sandbars, Nichupté Lagoon, and Isla Mujeres as you soar above the water, and then whip down the shore in a shared jet ski. Tours include access to changing rooms and showers and round-trip hotel transfers.

Cruise the Caribbean Sea on this triple-decker catamaran for a full day of sightseeing, snorkeling, shopping, and salsa dancing. Take advantage of the open bar and enjoy a Mexican fajita feast on board. Explore the beach and town of Isla Mujeres, snorkel in the warm water of El Meco reef, or take salsa dancing lessons on this booze cruise from Cancun.

During your time in Mexico, ensure you experience the white sands and turquoise waters of Isla Mujeres. On this full-day tour from Cancun, cruise to the beautiful island on a catamaran and snorkel in the protected waters of a marine park. Spend free time relaxing on the beach and feast on a lunch buffet accompanied by an open bar. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun are included. 

Learn the basics of scuba without the hassle of a lengthy expensive course and enjoy two separate dives in the open ocean too on this generous beginners scuba experience. Begin with a theory class then learn some basic techniques in the safety of a pool before hopping aboard the boat for your real-world dives. Spend one exploring the Cancun Underwater Museum of Art and the second on some unspoiled reef.

The Yucatan Peninsula offers visitors a treasure trove of history, from the pre-Columbian archeological sites of the Maya civilization, to 16th century towns settled by the Spanish. Experience this history firsthand with a full-day tour from Cancun or the Riviera Maya. See the ancient Maya site Chichen Itza (admission not included) the pyramid of Kukulcan, and explore the architecture in Valladolid. After a busy day exploring, refresh yourself in the waters of the Saamal, and enjoy a delicious buffet meal.

Travel through the Mayan jungle on this action-packed all-day guided tour. Hop on your own ATV (or ride along with a driver) and head to a cenote, an underwater pool, where you can take a refreshing dip. Then fly above the treetops on a ziplining course. A local Mayan lunch is included. Only those 18 years old and above are permitted to drive their own ATV.

Get a good look at whale sharks, the largest fish in the world, on this 6-hour boat tour from Cancun. After a safety briefing, cruise out to waters swimming with whale sharks and hop in! Marvel at the way the gentle giants move and feed, and spot dolphins, rays and turtles along the way. Follow this with excellent snorkeling at a reef location. Expect personalized attention on this small-group tour limited to just 10 adventure seekers. Lunch and hotel transport included.

The Yucatan is known as one of the best places in the world to see whale sharks up close. But, for visitors, it can be tricky to know where to go for the best experience. Skip the guesswork with this full-day, small-group guided tour that takes you out onto the water and even below the surface to snorkel with the magnificent creatures. Afterward, you'll visit the beautiful beaches of Isla Mujeres. Includes breakfast and lunch.

- 07:00 At this time we start pickups in Cancun - 07:30 Informative session in the Marina V&V led by a marine biologist about the Whale Shark. - 08:00 Departure from the Marina to the reserve in search of whale sharks, once we find them, you will have the opportunity to snorkel with the largest fish in the world. - 12:30 PM Lunch time on the boat off the coast of Isla Mujeres. - 13:30 Return to the Marina, to eventually return to your hotel. - 14:00 Arrival at your hotel in Cancun

Cancun is one of the best places in the world to view whale sharks all year round and this half-day tour from Tulum offers a rare glimpse of the magnificent creatures. Accompanied by an experienced guide, dive in to swim in the warm waters around Isla Mujeres, Contoy and Holbox; watch whale sharks in their natural environment; then tuck into a delicious lunch (included) of fresh ceviche.

Earth’s largest fish, whale sharks feed on plankton and are completely harmless to humans. They migrate past the Yucatan between mid-May and mid-September every year, and this tour gives you the chance to swim with them. Enjoy up to three encounters, depending on how many sharks are present—you can expect to see at least one on most trips—in a group no larger than 10. Your package includes lunch but excludes tax.

Swim among whale sharks on this all-day snorkeling tour. Although they are one of the largest fish, growing to 40 feet (12 meters) or more, whale sharks are docile and allow swimmers to join them in the water. After learning how to use the equipment and how to get close to the whales, you and your guide will jump into the water to explore. End the tour with free time near Isla Mujeres and enjoy a ceviche lunch at Punta Norte.

Get up close to the beautiful and docile whale sharks on this incredible family-friendly snorkeling experience. Your certified guide will take you two at a time, as you get to swim among these graceful and harmless sharks: the largest fish in the ocean. Enjoy breakfast before the swim and snacks, soft drinks and delicious ceviche afterward. Swim among these magnificent sharks, stunning coral and look out for manta rays.