Whale Shark Swimming
Description of Whale Shark Swimming
Live a once in a lifetime experience swimming with the largest fish in the world!
Definitely this is a unique adventure, near Contoy Island we will find the largest congretation of Whale Shark in the world, making this area the Whale Shark capital of the world.
Contoy Adventures is a leading Company in adventure tourism that has been developing this activity for over 10 years during the season from June to September.
before boarding, you will be introduced to your crew and a short briefing instructions will be given to you, this to perform this activity in the safest way possible and also to follow the rules for the protection and conservation of this marvelous creature, this way we can guarantee that this will be one of the best experiences of your life. Once in the boat, life vests and full snorkeling gear will be provided.
We will board the boats and navigate for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour to the whale shark area north of Contoy Island.
The adventure starts right here, where we start searching for the whale shark in a vast area of 120,000 hectares of water, once we find them, the swimming will take place; from 2 to 3 inmersions per person, always with 2 people plus the guide in the water.
But the adventure does not end here, after swimming with the whale sharks, we will have a final stop in beautiful Playa Norte beach in Isla Mujeres which is simply the nicest beach of the island, here we will spend about an hour for you to relax on the beach or do some more snorkeling. Soft drinks and snacks will be served on board! Then we go back to our Marina in Cancun.
General information of Whale Shark Swimming
-Monday to Sunday from hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya
-Pick-up time: 8:00 am (depending on the location of your hotel)
What is Included Whale Shark Swimming
-Shared round trip transportation
-Life Vest
-Snorkeling gear
-Certified guides
-Coffee & Bread
-2 to 3 dives per person with the whale shark
-Water and soft drinks
-Visit to Playa Norte beach, snacks
What is Not Included Whale Shark Swimming
Pier and marine park tax (USD $15 p/p)
Recommendations of Whale Shark Swimming
-Sandals or comfortable shoes
-Hat or cap
-Sun glasses
-Bathing suit
-Towels
-Cash
-Camera.
Regulations of Whale Shark Swimming
-Minimum age to participate: 4 years
-Age range for the minor rate: 4 to 11 years
-You must have swimming skills
It operates every day from June 1st to September 17th (except for the 30th of each month)
Cancelation policies of Whale Shark Swimming
Full refund will apply in the following cases:
1. When the service is canceled by the supplier.
2. Due to illness, presenting a doctor's report.
3. The Cancellation or date change is made prior to 11:00 am the day before the service.
No refunds will apply:
1. If the client does not show on the date and time of service.