Private Tour Swimming With Whale Shark From Tulum

Tulum, Mexico

6 to 10 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Swimming with whale sharks is one of the most unique activities available anywhere in the Riviera Maya—but you need a boat and local know-how to reach the gargantuan fish. This private full-day tour makes it as easy as possible by offering transportation from Tulum and a private boat ride out to Isla Mujeres, where the whale sharks feed on plankton. Spot the sharks, swim in pairs accompanied by your guide, and celebrate with a ceviche lunch nearby before returning to Tulum.

A private swimming with whale sharks tour from Tulum
Cruise Isla Mujeres where whale sharks feed on plankton
Don’t stress about packing food: Have lunch in Isla Mujeres
Hassle-free, round-trip transportation from Tulum

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off or meeting pont (depending on the hotel)
Air-conditioned transportation
Snorkeling with whale sharks
Snacks
Boat ride
Snorkel and equipment
Beverages during the trip

Ecopark tax
Gratuities
Photos and videos (available for purchase, please request in advance before the tour)

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Pickup points

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Pickup details

All hotels from Tulum

Meeting points

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

06/01/2026 - 06/15/2026
Monday - Sunday : 5:30 AM - 2:30 PM
06/01/2027 - 06/15/2027
Monday - Sunday : 5:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Itinerary

Cancun

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Isla Mujeres

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Isla Mujeres

6 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Wear a bathing swimsuit under your clothes and if you have a wetsuit, you can bring it
Please wear comfortable clothes (long sleeve t-shirt, pants and shoes) and bring a towel, sandals, Hat and sunglasses and a Photo camera
Please bring biodegradable sunscreen
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
For the private tour is a maximum of 10 people per booking

Infants must sit on laps
The size of boat is 30 feet
Infant seats available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.