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Small-Group Eco Friendly: Whale Sharks tour in Cancun & Riviera Maya
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.
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A Lifetime Experience Whale Shark Encounter
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.
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Whale Shark Experience Lifetime Memories in Cancun (lunch and water 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.
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Paradise Subsee Explorer
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.
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Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun
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.
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Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid All-Inclusive Tour
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.
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Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch and Transport Included
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.
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Mera VIP Lounge at Cancun International Airport
Make the most out of your airport departure experience at the Mera Business Lounge, Cancun Airport's most exclusive area. Relish a complete meal from the buffet and á la carte menu, and sip your favorite drinks from the open bar.
Avoid the crowds and long waiting lines at the cafeterias and restaurants, and kick back and relax in our comfortable arm chairs or sofas. Additionally, your access includes wi-fi, use of charging stations and domestic phone calls.
The Terminal 4 lounge is even equipped with shower facilities and sleeping pods (subject to availability), whereas the Terminal 2 & 3 include a smoking area (subject to availability).
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Captain Hook: Pirate Show and Dinner Cruise in Cancun
Step into the world of swashbuckling pirates and Spanish galleons with tickets for 3-hour Captain Hook dinner cruise from Cancun. Sit down to a gourmet dinner and enjoy an evening of pirate tales, dancing, entertainment, then see a live-action battle at sea. This 3-hour dinner cruise includes access to an open bar, with air-conditioned indoor seating as well as an open-air dance floor and deck.
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Horseback Riding in Cancun Includes ATV, Cenote, Ziplines, Lunch and Transfer
Mount a well-trained horse for a tranquil journey through the heart of the Mayan jungle on this thrilling package that also includes three signature adrenaline adventures. Begin with a jungle zipline circuit, then brave a rugged track in a solo or shared all-terrain vehicle (ATV). After riding your horse through the forest, refresh in a Mayan cenote then unwind over a Mexican meal. For ease, your package includes transfers.
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Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves
Explore coral reefs, ancient history, and nature in the Riviera Maya on an combination tour that features some of the best of Yucatan in a single day. Snorkel through the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea, visit the Tulum archeological site, and swim in a cenote, then explore a limestone cave and take a jungle walk. This tour includes entrance fees, a buffet lunch, and door-to-door transport from hotels in Cancun or Playa del Carmen.
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Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres Tour with Snorkeling from Cancun or Playa del Carmen
Leave Cancun crowds behind for an all-day adventure tour to Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres aboard a high-speed catamaran. Discover an untouched paradise island that’s home to sandy white beaches, palm trees and an extraordinary population of migratory birds. Spend the day snorkeling along Isla Contoy’s thriving coral reef, where you’ll find bright tropical fish, swaying fans and sea stars, then go to shore at picturesque Isla Mujeres before returning to Cancun or Playa del Carmen.
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Snorkeling in Sian Ka'an
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.
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Small-Group Whale Shark and Snorkeling Tour from Cancun
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.
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Swimming with Giant Whale Sharks from Cancun
- 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
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Adventure in the Caribbean Sea. Whale shark experience tour. Food 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.
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Whale Shark Swim Adventure SMALL GROUP from Cancun
Take a swim in an area with the whale sharks, the largest fish on the planet, on this tour from Cancun. Hop aboard a boat with a biologist guide and head to the waters surrounding Isla Mujeres, Contoy and Holbox, where you'll snorkel alongside these gentle giants. This tour offers both a small-group option as well as the opportunity for a private swim with just your travel companion or group. Hotel pickup and drop-off is also included. Please note: this tour is offered seasonally, from May to September.
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Cancun Whale Sharks All-Inclusive Tour
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.
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Private Whale shark Ecofriendly tour from Cancun
Ideal for travelers interested in marine life encounters, this full-day private tour offers the chance to snorkel with whale sharks with naturalist and biologist guides. After pickup from your hotel, listen to an informative briefing about the fish—the largest known living species on the planet. Then, cruise toward a whale shark reserved in the Caribbean Sea. After a few hours of snorkeling with the animals and lunch (provided), head back to the marina and your hotel.
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Impressive Whale Shark Experience. Once in a lifetime adventure.
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.
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Whale Shark Snorkeling Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya
• Experience these marine giants like never before.
• Swim and snorkel alongside 10-meter (35-foot) whale sharks with the safety of our trained expert guides!
• Enjoy lunch at the stunning warm, pristine and clear blue waters of the Caribbean.
• Feel a unique life experience where the magnificence size of a whale shark will leave your emotions in total awe!
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Private and Shared Whale Shark Tour from Tulum
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.
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Exciting Swim with Whale Sharks Tour
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.
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Whale Shark Life Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya (lunch included)
Enjoy a close encounter with the Yucatan Peninsula’s native whale sharks on this full-day, small-group tour. Benefit from your guide’s tracking expertise to locate the gentle giants, then dive in for a supervised swim alongside them. Afterwards, head to Isla Mujeres for lunch, plus a sunbathe and swim on the idyllic Playa Norte.
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