Cancún – Isla Mujeres
Isla Mujeres catamaran
Sail by catamaran, snorkel the reef and spend the afternoon at Playa Norte.
From$99 USDper person · approx. $1,780 MXNChild: $69 USDSample price
- Duration8 to 9 hours
- LocationDeparts from Cancún / Isla Mujeres
- TypeShared tour · Water experiences
- KidsKids aged 6 to 11
- SeasonMay 15 to September 17 (confirmed each year)
Overview
Every summer, whale sharks gather off Isla Mujeres to feed on plankton. You head out by boat with a small group and a certified guide, and when the sharks appear you enter the water in pairs with your guide.
On the way back there is a snorkeling stop in calm water and time at Playa Norte with fresh ceviche. It is a seasonal tour: exact start and end dates are confirmed each year.
Highlights
- Open-sea swim with whale sharks
- Enter the water two at a time with a guide
- Snorkel stop in calm water
- Free time at Playa Norte
What's included
- Round-trip transport from Cancún hotels
- Boat with captain and certified guide
- Life jacket, mask, snorkel and fins
- Ceviche, fruit and soft drinks
Not included
- Marine park wristband (paid at the pier)
- Professional photos and video
- Tips
Itinerary
- Pickup at your Cancún hotel
- Boat departure and shark search
- Swim in turns with your guide
- Snorkeling and ceviche at Playa Norte
- Return to your hotel
Approximate times; the operator confirms the exact pickup time.
What to bring
- Swimsuit and towel
- Biodegradable sunscreen
- Motion sickness pill if you need one
- Cash for the wristband and tips
Important information
- You must be able to swim in open sea; life jackets are mandatory
- Touching the sharks is not allowed
- Official season: May 15 to September 17; confirmed each year
- Not recommended during pregnancy
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Questions about this tour
Is it safe to swim with whale sharks?
Yes. Whale sharks feed on plankton and do not attack people. You always swim with a life jacket and your guide beside you.
What if we do not see any sharks?
They are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed. The operator confirms the policy for that case when you book.
Can children join?
Yes, from the minimum age set by the operator and always with an adult.
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