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Swim with the Whales Sharks in Cancun with Captain Whale Shark

Are you ready for an exhilarating escapade in the waters of Cancun? Look no further! Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey where you can swim with whale sharks in Cancun, the ultimate thrill for any ocean enthusiast.

Advanced Whale Shark Tour in Cancun

Swim with the whale shark with no buoyancy vest. Advanced Swimmers delight!

from $3,580 MXN
(Aprox. $179 USD)
per person

Private Whale Shark Tour Cancun

Swim with whale sharks with total privacy and attention during your whole excursion.

from $29,000 MXN
(Aprox. $1,450 USD)
per boat

Family Whale Shark Excursion Cancun

A family-friendly whale shark excursion in clear waters with the highest safety standards.

from $3,580 MXN
(Aprox. $179 USD)
per person

Why Choose Captain Whale Shark Tours in Cancun?

Responsible and Sustainable Practices

Captain Whale Shark adheres to local and international regulations. We ensure certified ethical experiences.

Highest Safety Standards

Reduced groups, professional equipment and highly-trained bilingual staff in the water at all time.

Swim With or Without Lifevest

Our tours are designed for beginners, children and advanced swimmers. Find what best suits you!

99% Success Rate!

We'd love to guarantee the encounter, but wildlife is unpredictable. However, missing is the exception.

The Highest Rated Cancun Whale Shark Tours!

Take a look at honest reviews from our guests at our Cancun Whale Shark Tours. All reviews are taken from Trip Advisor and Google.

Maya Salem
Captain Martin and Noa were the best!!
We saw around 40 whale sharks! We were the first ones there and we got such great photos and an amazing experience. Would definitely recommend.
Ken B
Great from start to finish
We can only say good things about Captain Whaleshark. We had an amazing charter day with them (just 4 of us on the boat plus captain and guide). They were professional, friendly, knowledgeable and simply awesome. Our charter on August 6th was unforgettableโ€”so many whale sharks! ...
Allan Collier
Amazing trip with Capital Martin nick-name Veneno and Marinero Noe nick-name Nichi with Capt Whaleshark tours
they provide us a great ride in/out, 3 swims with the whale sharks, drinks, lunch sandwich and great ceviche!! Very friendly and professional, highly recommend these guys.
Maya S.
Most amazing experience ever!!
Captain Martin and Noa were the best!! we saw around 40 whale sharks! We were the first ones there and we got such great photos and an amazing experience. Would definitely recommend.
Daniela Rodriguez
What an incredible experience!
Noรฉ and Martรญn did a fabulous job, and their attention to detail, the instructions for diving with the shark, and the ceviche were excellent. I highly recommend it!
yp17
I wish I could have spent the whole day with the whale sharks.
Been wanting to do this for a while. We had 10 snorkelers on the boat, and many whale sharks to chose from, saw as many as 7 at one time. We got 3 good swims with a whale shark ...
Maria Sabagh
Excellent experience, we had an amazing time.
We swam with the sharks and they were super close. It was incredible.
Carrie H
Awesome experience โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿ‹
Capt. whale shark team was amazing!!! Very professional, friendly & safe. Take Dramamine & wear long sleeve shirts! I thought this might be a scary experience but not at all, very relaxing & wonderful to see these creatures in open water ...
giselle a
Amazing Snorkel
It was a great experience. The captain was great at positioning us to get us close to the whale sharks. I would definitely recommend doing the whale shark snorkel, it was so much fun!
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Is it dangerous to Swim with Whale Sharks in Cancun?

Not at all! Swimming with whale sharks is a very safe activity, even though it takes place in open water. You just need to follow these rules:

  • Book legal and certified whale shark tours. Some fishermen offer cheaper tours, but they do not have permits, safety standards, or proper experience. This makes the trip dangerous for both the passengers and the whale sharks. Besides possible accidents, the best outcome in this situation is that the Port Authority takes the boat, and you lose your money.
  • Do not touch the whale sharks. The danger is not that you will get hurt, but that you could ruin the experience. Whale sharks are very shy, so they may leave the area and not come back.
  • Follow the guide. Captain Whale Shark always has a guide in the water to show you where to look and how to spot the whale sharks in the safest way.

Almost. The chances are closer to 96%, which is very high.

We have an experienced crew, along with radars, drones, and detailed research.

It is very rare that we do not see whale sharks, but there is still a small chance.

What happens if we do not see any whale sharks?

Unfortunately, we cannot offer a refund because our costs include fuel and operating expenses. These are the main costs we charge for, and we cannot cover them if the whale sharks do not appear due to natural behavior.

If we know before your tour that the chances are lower than usual, we will let you know. That way, you can decide whether to take the risk or receive a refund.

Anyone who knows how to swim can join our whale shark tours. You do not need to be a strong swimmer to participate.

Kids and beginners can join our Family Whale Shark Tour.
Advanced swimmers can swim without a buoyancy vest on our Advanced Tour.

The tour is not recommended for pregnant women or for people with back or neck injuries, or those who have had previous surgery.

We have welcomed guests with mobility issues, disabilities, and even pregnant women, but participation must be approved upon request.

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