Whale Shark Snorkel | Mexico | Heaven Under Earth Divers

Whale Sharks

Let us take you on the excursion of a lifetime to snorkel with these gentle giants in their natural habitat!

Tours run May 15th through September 15th

Tour Description

Pick up around 6:30 am at your hotel or designated pick up point. Drive 1hr 15min to the dock.

Light breakfast at dock before departure- travel time to whale shark site varies and cannot be predicted. Expect 1 hour minimum of travel time onboard the boat

When whale sharks are located we swim 2 at a time with the guide

We will have a drink and a sandwich before heading back for a break at Isla Mujeres (weather permitting) for a swim at the beach and a fresh lunch prepared by the crew

Return to pier to board vans for return transportation to Playa Del Carmen

(return time varies- approx 3pm)

Travel time by land:

1hr 15 min to Cancun approx

Travel time by sea:

varies depending on location of whale sharks

Max people per boat:

There must be a minimum of 5 whale sharks in the area in order for snorkelling to be permitted.

In the rare case of 4 or less whale shark viewing will be from onboard the boat only

This rule is in place out of respect to the whale sharks as well as to keep their stress levels down. This helps ensure that everyone gets the opportunity to see them at least from the boat.

When the whale sharks get stressed they often dive deep and may not reappear