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Small-Group Eco Friendly: Whale Sharks tour in Cancun & Riviera Maya

Small-Group Eco Friendly: Whale Sharks tour in Cancun & Riviera Maya

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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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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD144.00
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A Lifetime Experience Whale Shark Encounter

A Lifetime Experience Whale Shark Encounter

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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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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD149.00
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Whale Shark Experience Lifetime Memories in Cancun (lunch and water included)

Whale Shark Experience Lifetime Memories in Cancun (lunch and water included)

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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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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD149.00
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Paradise Subsee Explorer

Paradise Subsee Explorer

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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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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD50.00
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Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun

Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun

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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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  • 6 hours
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Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid All-Inclusive Tour

Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid All-Inclusive Tour

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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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  • 12 hours
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Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch and Transport Included
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Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch and Transport Included

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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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  • 5 hours
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Mera VIP Lounge at Cancun International Airport

Mera VIP Lounge at Cancun International Airport

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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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  • 3 hours
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Captain Hook: Pirate Show and Dinner Cruise in Cancun

Captain Hook: Pirate Show and Dinner Cruise in Cancun

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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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  • 3 hours
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Horseback Riding in Cancun Includes ATV, Cenote, Ziplines, Lunch and Transfer
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Horseback Riding in Cancun Includes ATV, Cenote, Ziplines, Lunch and Transfer

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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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  • 4 hours
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Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

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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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  • 8 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD109.00
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Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres Tour with Snorkeling from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres Tour with Snorkeling from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

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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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  • 8 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Snorkeling in Sian Ka'an
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Snorkeling in Sian Ka'an

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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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  • 1 day
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Small-Group Whale Shark and Snorkeling Tour from Cancun

Small-Group Whale Shark and Snorkeling Tour from Cancun

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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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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Swimming with Giant Whale Sharks from Cancun

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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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Adventure in the Caribbean Sea. Whale shark experience tour. Food included.

Adventure in the Caribbean Sea. Whale shark experience tour. Food included.

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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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  • 8 hours
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Whale Shark Swim Adventure SMALL GROUP from Cancun

Whale Shark Swim Adventure SMALL GROUP from Cancun

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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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  • 8 hours
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Cancun Whale Sharks All-Inclusive Tour

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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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD258.00
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Private Whale shark Ecofriendly tour from Cancun

Private Whale shark Ecofriendly tour from Cancun

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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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  • 8 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Impressive Whale Shark Experience. Once in a lifetime adventure.

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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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Whale Shark Snorkeling Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya

Whale Shark Snorkeling Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya

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• 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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  • 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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Private and Shared Whale Shark Tour from Tulum

Private and Shared Whale Shark Tour from Tulum

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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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  • 10 hours
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Exciting Swim with Whale Sharks Tour

Exciting Swim with Whale Sharks Tour

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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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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Whale Shark Life Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya (lunch included)

Whale Shark Life Experience from Cancun and Riviera Maya (lunch included)

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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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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Small-Group Eco Friendly: Whale Sharks tour in Cancun & Riviera Maya
"The whale sharks are magnificent and the company was great. Great ceviche and nice crew. The transportation was prompt."..."
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A Lifetime Experience Whale Shark Encounter
"It is a once in a lifetime tour to take. The whale sharks are incredible. Pros: Our tour guide was great, even when I got a little scared in the water, not of the whale shark, just the water in general. Lunch was nice at the Island. Cons: It does feel a little rushed and breakfast was a little small. Overall the whole experience was amazing."..."
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Whale Shark Experience Lifetime Memories in Cancun (lunch and water included)
"Crew was great, we got to swim with a whale shark for a few minutes. We were about 13 miles off the coast so most of the time was spent going to and from the site. Cerviche lunch was good too."..."
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Paradise Subsee Explorer
"Subsee was awesome it was great weather was amazing and the tour was alot of fun.i don't know what else to say"..."
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Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun
"Our guides were very accommodating and helpful! They mentioned that it was the first sighting of the whale sharks of this particular season, so we felt really lucky to be apart of the migration. The actual jumps were well organized, efficient, and safe. We were provided sandwiches and fruit before leaving, and given water bottles throughout. Would definitely recommend this tour for anyone that wants to get up close and personal with these incredible animals. We were even able to see a large group of manta rays and dolphins! The tour lasted about 6-7 hours in total which the group agreed was plenty of time to feel like we got our money’s worth. Thank you!"..."
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Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid All-Inclusive Tour
"Such an amazing experience!! Victor and Norma were such friendly, personable guides and made the whole day enjoyable. Our driver Alfredo was also professional and friendly. I felt safe the entire day and learned a lot of history about many areas I wasn't expecting. Thank you for a great day!"..."
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Best ATV Tour, Ziplines and Cenote Swim with Lunch and Transport Included
"Amazing day with the best tour guide Bryan aka Mona Lisa. Very organised tour that delivered in every way . I would definitely recommend this tour"..."
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Mera VIP Lounge at Cancun International Airport
"This place was just amazing loved the food, most importantly that I got to rest before catching my flight. The drinks ufff delicious. I’ll be back soon"..."
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Captain Hook: Pirate Show and Dinner Cruise in Cancun
"We had so much fun! Great staff. Food. Entertainment and dance. fun Entertainment for all ages. Recommend this as an must do Entertainment for all!! Captain was the best! Thank you. Vidya Seeram USA Greensboro NC"..."
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Horseback Riding in Cancun Includes ATV, Cenote, Ziplines, Lunch and Transfer
"Wonderful experience! Wonderful people! Food was bomb af! Some of the best we had during our whole stay. The cenote was a wonderful experience."..."
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Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves
"We had Boaz as our guide and Niko as our driver. Both were great. The amount of time you get in each activity is just right. I’d 100% recommend this excursion!"..."
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Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres Tour with Snorkeling from Cancun or Playa del Carmen
"The trip was great both isla contoy and isla mujeres are beautiful places to go and have a wonderful time"..."
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Adventure in the Caribbean Sea. Whale shark experience tour. Food included.
"Amazing experience, animals are majestic and you get so close. Guides are great and incredibly knowledgeable."..."
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Whale Shark Swim Adventure SMALL GROUP from Cancun
"Absolutely amazing experience! Only wish we could have more time in water with whale shark... The guide only brings 2 people to water each time, so every 2 people get 2 rounds to see whale shark. We see Mantarays as well, fascinating!! BRING YOUR WETSUIT if you don't want to wear lifejacket in water"..."
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Private and Shared Whale Shark Tour from Tulum
"My friends and I found this whale shark tour through 'Inspired by Maps' travel blog, and we are SO happy we did. This tour is not only the best price we found, but we could not imagine a better experience. We were picked up from our airbnb in Tulum for a small extra charge that was communicated to us beforehand, since we were so far from the tour destination in Cancun. When we arrived there was a delicious breakfast and coffee provided after a long and early drive. Our boat driver Pablo took us and 2 other small groups of people on his boat way out past Isla Mujeres to see the whale sharks. I could not believe how many whale sharks there were! Maybe more than 50 in the area we went to. Pablo and our whale shark guide were friendly and professional. There were drinks, sandwiches, and ceviche provided after swimming. I honestly could not recommend this tour more! The whale sharks are incredible and I will remember this experience for the rest of my life. It is completely unfair that someone gave a 1 star review on Viator because they did not want to pay the legitimate fee for entering a protected wildlife area."..."
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